This easy crochet top pattern walks you through creating a flattering triangle-style crop top that’s perfect for sunny days, festivals, or layering year-round. It uses simple stitches and techniques to guide you from crafting the straps to connecting cups and finishing with adjustable ties.
Crochet Stylish Top
Plus, it’s highly customizable — from strap and band length to color choices and fit. Whether you're making it for yourself or as a gift, this top is stylish, versatile, and totally beginner-friendly!
Materials Needed
- Medium weight acrylic yarn
- 5 mm crochet hook
Straps and Triangle Cups
For Each Cup (Make Two):
- Make a slip knot.
- Chain 55 (adjust as desired for strap length).
- Chain 3 more.
- Insert hook into the second loop from hook and make 1 double crochet.
- Chain 1, turn.
- Row 1: 2 double crochets into the first stitch (increase).
- Chain 1, turn.
- Continue increasing:
- 2 double crochets in the first stitch.
- 1 double crochet in each remaining stitch.
- Chain 1 and turn at the end of each row.
- Repeat until triangle measures about 11 inches or desired height.
- To finish: Chain 1, cut yarn, pull to secure.
Joining Cups & Creating the Band
- Continue from last triangle cup.
- Chain 1 and turn.
- Double crochet across the entire cup.
- Without chaining, slip stitch into the first stitch of the second triangle.
- Continue with double crochets across the second triangle.
- Chain 1 and turn.
- Work 1 double crochet in each stitch across.
- In the center join between cups, make one double crochet over the space.
- Chain 1 and turn.
- Repeat rows until band reaches desired width (3 rows suggested).
Adding the Strings
First Side:
- Chain 75 (or desired length) from edge of band.
- Cut yarn, pull through, tighten.
- Tie a knot at the end of the chain for security.
Second Side:
- Attach yarn to opposite end of band.
- Chain 75 (or desired length).
- Cut yarn, pull through, tighten.
- Knot the end.
Final Touches
- Weave in all loose ends using your hook or needle.
- Adjust ties and straps to fit as desired.
Tips & Customizations
- Weave in yarn ends as you go to save time later.
- Customize strap and band lengths for a perfect fit.
- Count stitches to keep rows even and aligned.
- Make longer back straps by chaining more.
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