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Wearing a soft and stylish top made by your own hands brings a special kind of joy. The crochet bikini top pattern helps you create a unique piece using simple yarn and a hook. Each top can be made in your favorite colors and sizes so it fits just right and looks beautiful on anyone. You can wear these lovely tops at the beach for swimming or even at home when relaxing on warm days.

Playful Free Crochet Bikini Top Pattern for summer

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The best thing about this pattern is that it is easy to follow and does not need any difficult skills so anyone can try making one. With beautiful designs and eye-catching details the finished top always feels special and personal. Every crochet bikini top you make will be a fun way to add something bright and playful to your summer outfits for many happy days in the sun.

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Easy Beginner’s Crochet Top Pattern (Triangle Cup with Laced Back)

Materials List

• Yarn:
  • Katia "Memphis" (100g/240m; 100% cotton; recommended for 2.5–3.5 mm hook)
  • Main color for cups
  • Contrasting color (optional, for cup edges and back ties)
• Hooks:
  • 2.0 mm crochet hook for cups and edging (select for your yarn and tension)
  • 4.5 mm crochet hook for back lace (with triple-stranded yarn)
• Notions:
  • Scissors
  • Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
  • Tape measure

Key Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch – chain
• sl st – slip stitch
• sc – single crochet
• hdc – half double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• inc – increase (2 sts in same place)

Special Notes

• This pattern creates one cup. Repeat steps for the second cup.
• The construction is based on double crochet (dc) for cups, single crochet (sc) for edging, and half double crochet (hdc) for the neck tie.
• The lacing is made triple-strand for extra thickness and strength.
• This tutorial is written for size S/M; adjust number of rows for larger/smaller cups (see measurement notes).

Pattern

Triangle Cups (Make 2)

With 2.0 mm hook and main yarn:

1. Foundation Row:
   • Ch 4.
   • In the 4th ch from hook, work: 3 dc.
     (You will have 4 dc in this “row” counting the starting 3 ch as first dc.)
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2. Increase Row:
   • Ch 3 (counts as first dc), turn.
   • Inc: dc in first st (same as ch-3 base).
   • Dc in each st across until last st.
   • In the last st, dc inc (2 dc in last st).
     • You now have 2 more dc than previous row (each row increases by 2).
3. Repeat:
   • Repeat “Increase Row” for every subsequent row.
   • Each row begins and ends with an increase (2 dc in each edge st).
   • Continue until you have completed 23 rows or your cup measures 20–21 cm (approximately 8") at two sides (adjust for size as needed).
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Edging and Neck Strap

1. Switch to edging yarn if desired.
   Attach yarn to one top corner of the cup.
2. Edging (single crochet with 2.0 mm hook):
   • Work 2 sc in each row-end around the first unworked side to the top point.
   • At the top point: Work 1 sc, then immediately proceed to...
3. Neck strap (ch 110):
   • Ch 110 (or length you need to tie around your neck).
   • In 3rd ch from hook, begin working hdc into each ch back down to the base (108 hdc).
   • Sl st to the top point.
   • Continue with 2 sc in each row-end down the other unworked side of the cup to the bottom corner.
   • Optional: Sc across bottom of cup (work 1 sc in each dc), or leave edge plain as shown.
4. Fasten off, secure all ends.

Back- and Side Lacing

1. With 4.5 mm hook and triple-stranded yarn (same/contrasting color):
   • Make a very long chain (approx. 142 ch per the sample), long enough to run through both cups and tie at the back.
   • Thread the lace from the bottom of one cup, weaving it through edge/row ends every 3–4 sts (rows) up the side, across the top-back, then down the other cup.
     • Check both sides are even and that the lace is not twisted.
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2. Tie small knots at the ends of the lace, adjust for length, and trim as needed.
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Sizing Adjustments

• For Larger or Smaller Cups:
  • Increase/decrease number of rows.
  • The finished triangle should measure across two sides approx. 20 cm for small–medium, reduce/increase by 2–3 cm for each size.
• Try on as you go for best fit; cup size is determined by number of rows, not starting chain.
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Pattern Correction

• If cups are curling or ruffling, you may be adding extra increases; ensure only 2 dc in the first and last stitch of each row.
• For lacing, be consistent in the number of stitches/rows skipped when weaving.
• If neck or lacing is too short/long, adjust starting chain before fastening off.

Tips

• Always measure your work flat but with a slight stretch, as cotton will loosen slightly with wear.
• Work all pairs of cups identically; use stitch markers or row counting for accuracy.
• For a thicker lace, add one or more additional strands when making the chain.

Conclusion

This easy double-crochet top is an approachable, stylish project for beginners and experts alike. Using only basic stitches (dc, sc, hdc) and simple color changes, the fit is fully adjustable via the back and neck lacing. Experiment with colors or yarn for your style.