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Sunset Stitches: A Breezy Summer Crop Top
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
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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!

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