This crochet ruffle top is the perfect addition to your wardrobe, combining a trendy design with a comfortable, breathable fit. The step-by-step guide walks you through the entire process, from crafting the top to the waist section to adding the charming ruffle bands.
Crochet Ruffle Top
With customization options for strap length and back panel fit, this top can be adjusted to suit your personal style. Whether you're a beginner or experienced crocheter, the pattern is easy to follow and results in a beautiful, eye-catching garment that will turn heads this summer.
Top to Waist Section
- Create a foundation chain, measuring 15 cm less than your desired measurement.
- Work a double crochet into the 10th chain, continuing across the row.
- Chain two and start the next row with alternating front and back post double crochets:
- For a front post, push the stitch to the front before making the double crochet.
- For a back post, push the stitch to the back before making the double crochet.
Repeat the front and back post double crochet pattern until the piece measures from your top to your waist, approximately 22 cm.
Ruffle Bands
- Reattach yarn and work a row of single crochets, one in each stitch.
- For the second row, chain two (counts as a double crochet), and then work a double crochet in the first stitch.
- Alternate between one double crochet and two double crochets in the same stitch across the row.
- Chain two and work one double crochet in each stitch in the following row.
Continue alternating rows with increases and rows without increases.
- Once the pattern is completed, mark the right side of your work and reattach yarn into the row before the last row.
- Chain two, and work back post double crochets into each double crochet of that row.
- Repeat with two rows of simple double crochets after each back post double crochet row.
Straps
- Wear the top and mark the desired locations for the straps.
- Using two strands of yarn, reattach at the marked locations.
- Chain 65 for each strap, or adjust to your preferred length.
- Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Back Panel and Mesh
- Mark the top into four equal parts to align the back panel.
- Reattach yarn at the marker and chain 20 cm (or adjust to fit your shoulder).
- Work a row of single crochets across, followed by double crochets into each chain of the strap.
Continue with double crochets for three rows.
- For the mesh, chain one, skip the next stitch, and double crochet into the following stitch.
- Repeat the mesh pattern in a round, working only on top of the double crochets.
- Continue until you reach the desired length, and then stitch the sleeve to finish.
- Repeat for the second sleeve.
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