Your Perfect Crochet Summer Top Pattern With This Easy Granny Square Pattern

This fun and vibrant crochet summer top is perfect for warmer days. The pattern combines the timeless appeal of granny squares with colorful, customizable straps, creating a piece that's both stylish and practical. Whether you're crafting for yourself or as a gift, this project allows you to experiment with various yarn colors, giving you a completely unique design.

Crochet Summer Top

The instructions are straightforward, so even beginners can follow along, while more experienced crocheters can enjoy the freedom of choosing their favorite colors and patterns. The lightweight, breathable top is ideal for pairing with your favorite summer shorts or skirts, making it a versatile addition to your wardrobe.

Making the Granny Squares

Create a loop in a circle.
Make six chain stitches from the loop.
Yarn over and create three double crochets inside the circle.

Make three chain stitches.

Yarn over and make the first double crochet in the same circle.
Make three chain stitches.
Yarn over and make three double crochets again.

After three sets of three double crochets, make three chain stitches.

In the next set, make only two double crochets.
Pull the short yarn to tighten it.
Make a slip stitch in the third chain of the first round.
Knot the shorter yarn on the wrong side.
Cut the extra thread and join another color yarn.
Make a slip stitch in the next chain where you finished.
Bring the yarn from below to secure the extra thread, and make six chain stitches.
Yarn over and make three double crochets, holding the extra thread.

Remove the extra thread from the back, and make one chain stitch.

Make three double crochets in the next loop.
Make three chain stitches, and make three double crochets in the same loop.
Make one chain stitch and use the same technique in the next loop.
Make two double crochets in the first loop where you started.
Make a slip stitch in the third chain of the round.
Cut the extra thread on the back side, and join another color thread.
Change the thread color after each round.
Repeat the process, making as many rounds as desired.

Adding Panels

Make a complete line of double crochets on any two sides of the square.
Start with three chain stitches, and make double crochets in each loop.
Secure and cut after finishing one side.

Insert the hook into the chain on the opposite side, and make a loop with the yarn.

Make three chain stitches from the loop, and make double crochets in each stitch.
Knot the extra yarn on the back side.
Join the panels together using a needle, matching the stitches.
Knot and trim the remaining yarn.

Creating the Top Design

Join another color thread on top of the panel, and make four chain stitches.
Skip one stitch from below, and make a double crochet in the next stitch.
Make one chain stitch, and skip one stitch from below, making double crochets in every alternative stitch.

Complete the entire line.

Leave a long yarn to tie in the back.
Join another color thread on the opposite side, and make four chain stitches.
Make a double crochet in the next stitch without skipping any stitch from below.
Make a gap, and make a double crochet in the next stitch.
Make a chain between each double crochet from above, and complete the line.
Extend the length according to your preference.
Repeat the process, changing yarn colors as desired.

Adding Ties

Make a chain about 7 inches long for tying in the back.
Finish with a loop.
Make four chains for holding the body.
Fold a long yarn, insert the loop into the crochet panel with a hook, and make a chain of about 7 inches.
Make tie-up shoulder straps.
Make a loop and create many chains.
Make four chain stitches, skip one chain from below, and make a double crochet in the next chain.