BoHo Twisted Fringe Crop Top

BoHo Twisted Fringe Crop Top by Blu Daisy Creations

What is Being Made

The BoHo Twisted Fringe Crop Top is a crocheted women's garment designed as a contemporary bohemian-style crop top. This pattern is available in five sizes ranging from XS to XL, making it adaptable for various body measurements. The design incorporates decorative twisted fringe elements that add texture and visual interest to the finished piece.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

This intermediate-level crochet project uses fundamental construction techniques combined with a specialty stitch application. The garment is built using basic crochet foundation and shaping methods. The most distinctive technique featured in this pattern is the twisted fringe, which requires a specific hand-twisting method to create the decorative embellishment. According to the pattern instructions, each fringe element is created by pulling yarn to approximately 7 inches in length and twisting it 28 to 30 times to achieve the desired texture and appearance. A video tutorial is referenced to demonstrate the twisted fringe technique in detail.

Stitches Used

The BoHo Twisted Fringe Crop Top employs a limited but effective stitch palette appropriate for intermediate crocheters:

• Chain Stitch (CH) – Used to create the foundation and turning chains throughout the pattern
• Single Crochet (SC) – Provides a tight, dense fabric base
• Double Crochet (DC) – The primary stitch used for the main body construction, offering a more open drape than single crochet
• Twisted Fringe – A special stitch technique that transforms simple yarn strands into textured decorative elements through manual twisting

An important pattern notation states that the chain-3 (CH 3) turning chain counts as a double crochet stitch throughout the entire project, which affects stitch counting and pattern multiples.

Gauge and Pattern Multiples

Accurate gauge is critical for this project due to the use of fine yarn and a small hook size. The pattern specifies a gauge of 12 double crochets and 8 rows measuring 2 inches by 2 inches. The pattern is constructed using multiples of 8 plus 3 stitches, allowing for straightforward size adjustments and modifications. The instructions emphasize checking gauge throughout the project, as inconsistent tension with fine yarn and a small hook can easily cause gauge drift, which would negatively impact the final fit of the garment.

Materials and Tools

The BoHo Twisted Fringe Crop Top is worked with 4-ply yarn described as wool-like in fiber content, providing warmth and structure appropriate for a fitted crop top. The pattern calls for a 3.75 mm crochet hook, which pairs with the fine yarn weight to create the specified gauge. Additional materials include scissors for cutting yarn and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and assembling the garment if necessary.

Pattern designed by Blu Daisy Creations, April 2019. This intermediate-level crochet project combines classic stitch work with a contemporary twisted fringe embellishment technique to create a versatile bohemian-inspired crop top suitable for multiple sizes.