Crochet top is a fun and relaxing way to make something beautiful and unique. You can easily begin with basic stitches, and before you know it, you'll have made a trendy top to show off at your next outing or to gift to a friend. This project is perfect for those who enjoy a hands-on approach and love to see their work come to life.
Quick Crochet Simple Top Tutorial
Materials Needed:
- 100 g of Cotton Yarn (8 ply, can substitute with Acrylic)
- 4 mm Crochet Hook
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
- Stitch Markers (4 recommended)
Steps to Create a Mesh Top:
Starting Chain:
Make a Slip Knot:
- Loop the yarn over two fingers, twist and pull the working yarn through.
Chain Stitches:
- Chain an even number of stitches that spans from one armpit to the other when the chain is placed against yourself. Start with approximately 60-70 chains but adjust based on your size.
First Row:
Chain 2:
- This counts as the first half double crochet.
Half Double Crochet (HDC):
- Skip first two chains, yarn over, insert the hook into the third chain, yarn over and pull through. Yarn over and pull through all three loops on the hook.
Continue HDC:
- Continue with half double crochets across the entire row until you reach the end.
Mesh Pattern Row:
Chain 3:
- Counts as a double crochet and a chain space.
Double Crochet:
- Skip to the second chain space, yarn over, insert hook, yarn over and pull through, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over and pull through the remaining two loops.
Chain 1 and Repeat:
- Continue the pattern of one double crochet in every second chain space followed by one chain.
Continuing Rows:
Follow the established pattern:
- Alternate between a row of half double crochets and a row of the mesh stitch pattern.
Increasing Rows:
- Chain 2 and turn your work.
- In the second stitch of the row, place two half-double crochets.
- Continue normally until the second-last stitch: Place two half-double crochets in the second-last stitch.
- Complete the row with one half-double crochet.
- Every second row, increase at the same points
Complete Front Part:
- Continue the established pattern until the fabric covers your chest adequately.
Begin the Mesh Section:
Chain 3:
- Start the row which counts as a double crochet and a chain space.
- Follow a similar mesh pattern as before until the desired length of the top is achieved.
Straps and Finishing:
- Identify where the top of the straps will be placed using stitch markers while wearing the top.
Create straps:
- Chain a length long enough to secure the top comfortably around your body, looping through the side crochet-holes created if applicable.
Sewing the straps:
- Sew straps securely in place.
Final Touches:
- Weave in all loose ends with a yarn needle.
- Try on and adjust as necessary.
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