Looking for a fun and stylish project to add to your handmade wardrobe? This Simple Crochet Rectangle Top pattern is the perfect pick! Whether you’re a beginner or just craving an easy, breezy make, this pattern blends comfort and elegance in the best way. With minimal shaping and lightweight stitches, it’s ideal for warmer days or layering year-round.
Crochet Rectangle Top
The relaxed fit and modern design make it super versatile dress it up for a day out or keep it casual at home. If you're ready to crochet something cute, wearable, and effortlessly chic, this is the top you'll want on your hook next!
Materials:
- One skein of Caron Blossom cakes yarn (size 4 medium, 481 yards)
- Size J 6 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Blunt needle
- Markers
- Tape measure
Panel Instructions (make two):
Row 1:
- Chain 91 (or a multiple of 3 + 1).
- Double crochet in the fourth chain from the hook, then double crochet in the next two chains.
- Chain three, skip three chains, and double crochet in the next three chains.
- Repeat this pattern across the row, ending with a double crochet in the last four chains.
Row 2:
- Chain four and turn.
- Skip the first stitch, and in the next stitch, create a V-stitch (treble crochet, chain one, treble crochet in the same stitch).
- Skip two stitches, and V-stitch in the next chain.
- Repeat across the row, ending with a treble crochet in the top of the turning chain.
For Row 3:
- Chain four and turn.
- In each chain one space of the V-stitches, work three treble crochets.
- Repeat across the row, ending with a treble crochet on top of the turning chain.
Row 4:
- Chain four and turn.
- Skip two stitches, and V-stitch in the next stitch.
- Repeat across the row, ending with a treble crochet on top of the beginning chain four.
Rows 5-19:
- Repeat rows 3 and 4 consecutively, or until your desired length is achieved.
Assembly:
- Lay the two panels with the correct side facing up.
- Place one panel on top of the other, with wrong sides facing out.
- Locate the center at the top edge and measure about 9 inches for the neck opening.
- Mark this point.
- Sew the edges together from the marker to close, leaving the marked neck opening.
- Repeat on the opposite side.
I-Cord Strings:
- Crochet two I-cords (or strings) for the bottom and top of the piece.
- The measurement should be about triple the side measurement of your waist.
- Insert the strings in and out of the spaces in the first row.
Finished Measurements:
- The completed panel should measure approximately 28 inches in width and 18 inches in length.
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