Crochet Summer Top
Crochet summer tops are versatile, breezy wardrobe essentials that add a touch of handmade charm to your sunny day outfits! Whether you rock them with a pair of shorts for a casual look or dress them up with a skirt for a date night, these tops are perfect for staying cool and stylish all summer long. With endless color and pattern possibilities, you can truly express your unique style and creativity while enjoying the comfort of a handmade garment. So grab your crochet hooks and yarn, and get ready to whip up your new favorite summer top!
Materials
- Yarn: 87% cotton, 7% polyamide, 6% metallic fiber (Hobby Panettone, color cognac recommended, but any standard 100% cotton or cotton blend yarn in DK weight can be used)
- Crochet Hooks: 5.5 mm (main body) and 4 mm (lace-up back)
- Stitch Markers
- Darning Needle
Measurements
- Bust Measurement: Take your bust measurement.
- Desired Width: Subtract 20-30 centimeters from your bust measurement to determine the width of the top.
Foundation Chain
Chain the number of stitches needed to achieve your desired width. For instance, for a width of 70 centimeters, chain up 101 stitches.
Body Panel
Row 1
Skip the first chain, single crochet in the second chain, then single crochet in every chain across.
Row 2
Chain 1, turn, single crochet in every stitch across.
Repeat rows 2 and 3 until you reach your desired length from the underarm to the bottom hem.
Middle Upper Chest Section
Row 1
Single crochet decrease (single crochet 2 together), single crochet in every stitch across until 2 stitches remain, single crochet decrease (single crochet 2 together).
Row 2
Chain 1, turn, single crochet in every stitch across.
Repeat rows 1 and 2 until you reach the desired length for the top section.
Lace-up Back
Using a 4 mm hook, chain a long length of chain stitches.
Thread the chain through the top stitch of the first corner of the top panel.
Find the center of the panel and thread the chain through this center stitch.
Thread the chain through the bottom stitch of the first corner. Repeat with the second chain.
Tie the chains together at the bottom of the top.
Additional Tips
Adjust the length of the top by altering the number of rows in the body panel and middle upper chest section.
You can adjust the width of the top by chaining more or fewer stitches at the start.
Leave extra length in the lace-up chains for adjustability.
This pattern allows for customization in size and length, ensuring a comfortable and flattering fit. Enjoy creating your personalized crochet top!