Looking to crochet the perfect lightweight top for warm weather or festival season? This easy-to-follow Crochet Mesh Bralette Top pattern has you covered! Designed with comfort and versatility in mind, this breezy top features a beautiful openwork design that flatters all body types and can be customized to your fit.
Crochet Mesh Bralette Top
Whether you're heading to the beach, lounging around, or layering for a trendy streetwear look, this piece adds a handmade, personal touch to your wardrobe. With adjustable straps and a stylish front tie, it’s a go-to project that combines function and fashion in one. Great for confident beginners ready to try shaping and simple stitch patterns!
Materials Needed
- Size 4 yarn (medium weight)
- 5mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends
Foundation Chain
- Measure your band size and subtract about 1 inch.
- Chain a length that matches the adjusted measurement.
- Example: For a 32-inch band, chain 72 (approx. 30–31 inches).
Create the Mesh Base
- Double crochet (DC) in the 4th chain from the hook.
Mesh stitch pattern:
- Chain 1, skip 1 chain, DC in the next chain.
- Repeat this sequence to the end of the row.
At the end of the row:
- Chain 4, turn your work, DC into the first chain space.
- Repeat the mesh stitch pattern across the row.
- Continue working mesh rows until you reach your desired length.
Suggested: 15 rows for a cropped look.
Forming the First Cup
- Chain 3 and turn.
- Skip the first chain space and DC into the next.
- DC + Chain 1 for a total of 10 times.
- (Adjust based on your cup size.)
- At the end, skip one chain, DC into the next to create a decrease.
- Chain 3, turn, and DC into the next chain space.
- Continue the mesh stitch pattern.
- Repeat rows, decreasing each time, until only 2 DCs remain at the top point.
Creating the First Strap
- Single crochet at the cup point.
- Chain 26 (or desired strap length).
- Fasten off and leave a tail for attaching later.
Making the Second Cup
- Count 10 stitches from the left edge of the mesh base.
- Attach yarn, chain 3, and begin the mesh stitch pattern as with the first cup.
- Follow the same shaping and decrease method as for the first cup.
- Finish when the second cup matches the first.
Creating the Second Strap
At the point of the second cup:
- Single crochet, chain 26 (or match first strap length), and fasten off.
Attaching the Straps to the Back
- Flip the top over.
- Count 5 double crochets from the cup’s end along the band.
- Insert hook, single crochet the strap end to secure it.
Making the Front Tie
- Chain 90–100 (or desired length) for the tie.
- Weave the chain through the gaps at the front of the mesh panel.
- Adjust positioning until it fits comfortably around the body.
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