Margaret Top

Margaret Top by Tercera Generación

Garment Overview

The Margaret Top is a crochet crop top inspired by Princess Margaret, designed as a statement piece for spring and summer wear. This intermediate-level garment offers a fresh, girly yet powerful aesthetic that works as an easy-going layering piece or standalone top. The finished garment measures 18 cm in length from the bottom of the neckline and is available in nine sizes ranging from XS to 5XL, with bust measurements from 72 cm to 152 cm.

Construction Method

The Margaret Top is worked from the shoulder straps downward to the bottom of the garment. The front and back pieces are crocheted separately and then joined together by hand using a tapestry needle. Both the front and back pieces are identical in construction, simplifying the pattern for intermediate crocheters.

Crochet Stitches and Techniques

This design features the Marguerite Stitch as its primary stitch pattern. The gauge for this garment is worked at 24 stitches (or 12 Marguerites) across 9 rows of Marguerite Stitch, measuring approximately 10 cm x 10 cm. The pattern incorporates 2 to 5.5 cm of positive ease in the finished bust measurement, allowing for comfortable wear and movement.

Yarn and Materials

The Margaret Top pattern is designed to be worked with Drops Safran, a 100% cotton yarn in sport weight (weight 2). Cotton yarn is an excellent choice for warm-weather garments, providing breathability and a lightweight drape ideal for spring and summer wear. The sport weight classification allows for delicate stitch definition while maintaining fabric structure.

Sizing Information

• XS: 72 cm bust
• S: 85.5 cm bust
• M: 92 cm bust
• L: 105.5 cm bust
• XL: 112 cm bust
• 2XL: 125.5 cm bust
• 3XL: 132 cm bust
• 4XL: 145.5 cm bust
• 5XL: 152 cm bust

Skill Level

Rated as an intermediate crochet project, the Margaret Top is suitable for crocheters with foundational knowledge of basic stitches who are ready to work with stitch pattern repeats and hand-seaming techniques. The Marguerite Stitch pattern requires attention to tension and stitch placement, making it an engaging project for developing crochet skills.