Teotihuacan Top

Teotihuacan Top by Nomad Stitches

What is Being Made

The Teotihuacan Top is a crochet garment inspired by the ancient city of Teotihuacan located in Mexico. This design evokes the imagery and architectural shapes found in Mesoamerican pyramids and ancient settlements, bringing cultural energy and visual interest to any wardrobe. The top is available in nine different sizes ranging from XS to 5XL, making it accessible for a wide range of body types and measurements.

Construction Method and Design Features

This crochet top is constructed using a top-down approach, which allows for easy customization and fitting adjustments as you work. The garment features a circular yoke that is worked in rounds, creating a seamless fit across the shoulders and upper body. Short rows are strategically incorporated at the back of the neck to achieve a perfect shoulder fit and proper garment shaping. Both the circular yoke and body are worked in continuous rounds, streamlining the construction process. The length of both the sleeves and body can be easily adjusted to suit individual preferences and sizing needs.

Techniques Used

• Top-down construction for intuitive fitting and customization
• Short-row shaping at the back neck for improved shoulder fit
• Circular yoke worked in rounds for seamless construction
• Body worked in rounds to minimize seaming
• Adjustable sleeve and body length options

Stitches and Crochet Details

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided pattern content, the design utilizes standard crochet stitches appropriate for 4-ply yarn weight (also known as fingering weight). The pattern employs color work throughout, as indicated by the multiple yarn quantities listed by color code (CA, CB, and CC), suggesting the use of color changes and possibly stranded crochet or color blocking techniques to create the Teotihuacan-inspired visual patterns.

Materials and Yarn Requirements

This pattern requires fingering weight yarn (size 1), which is a lightweight yarn suitable for creating delicate, detailed garments. Yarn quantities vary by size and are organized by color codes:

• XS: 170m Color A, 350m Color B, 300m Color C
• S: 180m Color A, 360m Color B, 310m Color C
• M: 190m Color A, 380m Color B, 330m Color C
• L: 200m Color A, 400m Color B, 350m Color C
• XL: 210m Color A, 420m Color B, 370m Color C
• 2XL: 230m Color A (quantities for Colors B and C continue in pattern)

The pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF with size-specific instructions that are color-coded for easy reference. To avoid confusion during construction, the pattern recommends circling or highlighting the instructions corresponding to your chosen size in printed versions.

Skill Level

The Teotihuacan Top is rated as an intermediate difficulty crochet project, making it suitable for crafters with some prior crochet experience who are ready to work with techniques such as top-down construction, short rows, and color work.