Free Crochet Top From Solid Granny Squares Pattern

This beginner-friendly crochet granny square top is a simple yet eye-catching project that combines classic solid granny squares with a decorative swirly wavy border. Designed with straightforward construction, this pattern is perfect for crocheters who want to make a wearable garment without complicated shaping or advanced techniques.

Crochet Top

The top is built using four solid granny squares that are joined together to form the body, making sizing easy to customize by adjusting square size, yarn weight, or hook size. The unique wavy border adds texture, movement, and a modern handmade finish that transforms a basic granny square top into a stylish statement piece. This crochet top works beautifully as a summer top, layering piece, or casual everyday garment.

Materials

Medium weight yarn size 4 in two colors
6 mm crochet hook for the body
5.5 mm crochet hook for the border
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Four solid granny squares with five rounds each

Square Measurements and Sizing

Each square measures approximately 7.5 inches by 7.5 inches for a Medium size
To make a smaller top, use a smaller hook or fewer rounds per square
To make a larger top, increase hook size or add extra rounds to each square
The pattern is easily adjustable by changing square dimensions before assembly

Preparing the Granny Squares

Make four identical solid granny squares with five rounds each
Ensure all squares are the same size before joining
Lightly block the squares if needed so edges are straight and even
Arrange the squares into two pairs before joining

Joining the Front and Back Panels

Place two granny squares together with right sides facing each other
Insert the hook through both corner stitches
Pull up a loop and chain one to secure
Single crochet through both layers across the entire edge
Continue working evenly until the two squares are fully joined
Repeat the same joining process with the remaining two squares
You now have two panels that will form the front and back of the top

Creating the Body Shape

Place the two panels together with right sides facing each other
Join one side edge completely using single crochet
Join the opposite side edge, leaving the top edges open for armholes and neckline
Do not join the top edges
Turn the work right side out once joining is complete

Strap Placement

Lay the top flat with the front facing you
On the front panel, count ten stitches inward from the top corner
Attach yarn at this point for the first strap
Ensure straps are centered and evenly spaced before continuing

Step 5: Creating the First Strap

Chain three to count as the first double crochet
Work one double crochet into each of the next seven stitches
You will have eight double crochets across
Chain two and turn the work
Double crochet into each stitch across
Repeat this row until the strap measures approximately fourteen inches

The strap will be worked in rows and should be sturdy but flexible

Creating the Second Strap

On the opposite side of the front panel, count eighteen stitches inward from the corner
Attach yarn at this point
Repeat the exact same strap instructions
Make sure both straps are the same length

Attaching the Straps to the Back Panel

Turn the entire top so the wrong side is facing up
Align the end of the first strap with the back panel
Start attaching the strap ten stitches in from the back corner
Slip stitch through both the strap and the back panel for eight stitches
Secure the strap firmly but do not pull too tight
Repeat the same process for the second strap

Preparing for the Border

Switch to the 5.5 mm crochet hook
Attach the border color yarn at the bottom edge of the top
Work evenly around the bottom edge and along the straps

Border Round One

Chain five
Skip two stitches
Slip stitch into the third stitch
Repeat the chain five, skip two, slip stitch pattern evenly around the entire edge
Maintain consistent spacing so the loops remain even

Border Round Two Swirly Effect

Switch to the second border color or return to the main body color
Chain five
Push the loop from the previous round aside to locate the two skipped stitches underneath
Slip stitch into the first skipped stitch
Loosen the loop currently on the hook
Remove the hook carefully
Reinsert the hook from the front through the large chain five loop from the previous round
Pull the loose loop through to the front
Chain five
Repeat the same steps around to create the interlocked swirly pattern