Perfect Crochet Vintage Bralette Pattern For Summer

The Vintage Crochet Bralette is a stunning and versatile piece that combines classic crochet techniques with a modern flair. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the process of creating your own beautifully crafted bralette, perfect for layering or as a standalone piece for warm weather.

Crochet Vintage Bralette

The pattern features delicate double crochet stitches, optional ruffle details, and customizable straps, giving you the flexibility to create a unique design that fits your style. Whether you're new to crocheting or a seasoned pro, this pattern is simple to follow, ensuring a rewarding and stylish project. Get ready to embrace a handmade, vintage-inspired look that’s perfect for any occasion.

Materials Needed:

4-ply acrylic yarn
2.5-millimeter hook

Creating the Cups:

Make a Ring:

Chain 5 and create a ring with a slip stitch.

Round 1:

Chain 5, place two double crochets into the ring's center.
Chain two, add two more double crochets.
Repeat this sequence three times, then chain two and add one final double crochet.
Finish the round with a slip stitch in the third chain of the initial chain-5.

Round 2:

Chain 5, place two double crochets in the first chain-2 space.
Place one double crochet in each of the next two chains.
In the next chain-2 space, place two double crochets, chain two, and two more double crochets.
Repeat around, ending with a final double crochet and a slip stitch.

For Rounds 3 Onward:

Chain 5, place one double crochet in the first chain-2 space.
Place one double crochet in every chain until the next chain-2 space.
In each chain-2 space, place one double crochet, chain two, and another double crochet.
Repeat around, ending with a final double crochet and a slip stitch.

Cup Size:

Repeat the pattern until your cup reaches the desired size.

Make Two:

Create two identical cup pieces.

Creating the Center Piece:

Chain:

Chain 14 (or 16 if you made bigger cups).

Row 1:

Block off the second-to-last chain, chain two, and place a double crochet in the fourth chain from the hook.
Place one double crochet in every chain until the end.

Row 2:

Chain three, turn, and place a double crochet in the next stitch.
Chain one, skip the next chain, and place a double crochet in the following chain.
Repeat this pattern, ending with a double crochet in the chain-3 space at the top.

For Rows 3 Onward:

Chain three, place one double crochet in every chain and chain-1 space.
Repeat rows 2 and 3 to create the desired length for the center piece.

Attaching the Cups and Creating the Back Piece:

Attach the center piece to the cups.

Attach Yarn:

On the front side of one cup, attach your yarn at a corner chain near the chain-2 space.

Row 1:

Chain three, place a double crochet in every chain until the end.

Row 2:

Chain three, turn, and decrease (join two stitches into one) at the beginning and end of the row.
Place one double crochet in every chain in between.

For Rows 3 Onward:

Continue decreasing at the beginning and end of some rows to shape the back strap.
Increase the strap's length as needed.
Repeat for the other cup, creating a matching back strap.

Creating Buttonholes:

Chain three, turn, and place a double crochet in the second stitch from the hook.
Chain one, skip the next stitch, and place a double crochet in the following stitch.
Place one double crochet in every stitch until three stitches remain.
Chain one, skip one, and place a double crochet in the second-to-last stitch, with the last going in the chain-3 space.

Top Strap and Edging:

Attach yarn to the top of one cup.
Chain three, place one double crochet in the next stitch, including the chain-2 space.
Continue for the desired length, then add edging.
For the edging, single crochet along all edges, chain two at each corner, and slip stitch to finish.