Materials Needed:
Yarn: Choose a medium-weight yarn (worsted or aran) in your preferred color.
Crochet Hook: Appropriate size for your yarn (usually around H/5mm or I/5.5mm).
Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends.
Scissors: To trim yarn.
Stitch Markers: Optional but helpful.
Gauge:
Approximately 4 stitches and 3 rows per inch in double crochet (DC).
Abbreviations:
Ch: Chain
DC: Double Crochet
St: Stitch
Instructions:
Bodice:
Row 1: Ch 60 (adjust for desired width), turn.
Row 2: DC in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (58 DC)
Rows 3-10: Ch 2 (counts as first DC), DC in each st across. Turn.
Repeat Rows 3-10 until the bodice measures approximately 8 inches from the starting edge.
Straps:
Attach yarn at one
corner of the bodice.
Row 1: Ch 1, SC evenly along the top edge of the bodice. Turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, SC in each st across. Turn.
Repeat Row 2 until the strap reaches your desired length (around 12-14 inches). Repeat for the other strap.
Finishing:
Weave in all loose ends.
Try on your crop top and adjust the straps if needed.
You can add embellishments like tassels, beads, or fringe if you’d like!
Sizing:
To fit Bust: 38-40 inches (adjust as needed).
Garment Circumference: 32 inches (adjust as needed).
Crop Length: Approximately 17.5 inches.
Remember to check your gauge and adjust the pattern accordingly to achieve the desired fit. Happy crocheting!