This long fringed crochet mesh top is a lightweight statement piece designed for layering and effortless styling. Built with a simple mesh stitch and worked as two flat panels, the pattern creates an airy structure with a solid bust section for comfort and coverage.
Crochet Mesh Top
The dramatic fringe adds movement and length, making it perfect for festival outfits, beachwear, or styling over tanks and dresses. Because the width, length, and fringe size are easy to adjust, this pattern works well for customizing fit and overall vibe while keeping the construction beginner friendly.
Hook and Yarn Setup
- Use a 5.00 mm crochet hook
- Hold two strands of yarn together throughout the pattern
- The top is made in two flat panels: front and back
Front Panel
- Chain in multiples of 3
- For a small size, chain 45
Row 1
- Chain 2
- Skip the first 2 stitches
- Double crochet into the 3rd stitch
- Chain 2, skip 2 stitches, double crochet into the next stitch
- Repeat across the row
Rows 2 to 4
- Chain 1 and turn
- Chain 2
- Double crochet into each chain space from the previous row
- Repeat until you have 4 rows of mesh or adjust for desired length
Bust Section
- Chain 1 and turn
- Work single crochet across the entire row
- Place stitches into every space and loop
- Continue working single crochet rows until you have 15 rows for solid coverage
Upper Mesh Section
- Chain 1 and turn
- Resume the mesh pattern
- Chain 2, skip 2 stitches, double crochet into the next stitch
- Repeat for 5 rows or until the piece reaches shoulder height
Back Panel
- Chain the same number as the front panel
- Work the mesh stitch only
- Chain 2, skip 2 stitches, double crochet into the next stitch
- Continue the mesh pattern for the full height to match the front panel
Assembly
- Place the front and back panels together
- Mark shoulder widths, leaving an opening in the center for the neckline
- Join shoulders using single crochet or a needle and yarn
- Mark the armhole depth on both sides
- Join side seams from the bottom up to the armhole marker
- Work seams on the wrong side so they remain hidden
- Turn the top right side out
- Work a round of single crochet evenly around the neckline and armholes
Adding the Fringe
- Decide on the finished fringe length and cut strands twice that length
- Use two strands per fringe piece
- Fold strands in half to form a loop
- Insert the hook into a mesh space along the bottom hem
- Pull the loop through and draw the yarn tails through the loop
- Tighten gently to secure
- Repeat in every mesh space across the hem
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