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Coral Skies Top
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Product Description
This women’s top makes a great layering piece or swim cover up for summer. Openings are made by a series of chain stitches staggered throughout in a pretty pattern. The top is comprised of two rectangles finished off with simple seaming to make the shoulders and side seams. This quick and satisfying project is a fun addition to your summer wardrobe.
Gauge: 18 sts and 16 rows = 4”
Stitches used: ch, sc, sl st
To find your size, measure your chest and add 8-14”. Choose the size with the finished circumference closest to this number.
A free version of this pattern and the video tutorial are available on my blog. This listing is for the ad-free PDF.
Tester photos by Katiusca of @betweenthesestitches, Jessica of @coycrochet, and Kristen of @themindieraes.
Coral Skies Top by Jen Dwyer
What Is Being Made
The Coral Skies Top is a women's crochet garment designed as a versatile layering piece and summer swim cover-up. This intermediate-level project combines simplicity with visual interest, making it an accessible yet satisfying addition to a summer wardrobe. The design features strategic openings throughout the fabric that create an attractive, airy aesthetic without requiring complex shaping techniques.
Construction Method
This top is constructed using a straightforward two-rectangle approach, which streamlines the building process and eliminates the need for complicated shaping. The two rectangular pieces are finished with simple seaming at the shoulders and side seams to complete the garment. This modular construction method makes the pattern suitable for intermediate crocheters who are comfortable with basic assembly but may not have extensive experience with more intricate garment shaping.
Stitch Techniques and Design Features
The defining characteristic of the Coral Skies Top is its use of chain stitches staggered throughout in a pretty pattern to create openings in the fabric. These strategically placed chain-stitch openings provide visual texture and breathability, making the garment ideal for warm-weather wear. The pattern relies on fundamental crochet techniques, keeping the project accessible while delivering an elegant finished appearance.
Materials and Yarn Specifications
- Yarn Weight: #4/Medium weight yarn, with cotton blend recommended for optimal drape and breathability in a summer garment
- Crochet Hooks: Size 4.5mm and 5.0mm hooks (or sizes as needed to obtain proper gauge)
- Additional Supplies: Tapestry needle for seaming and finishing, ruler for measuring gauge and dimensions
Skill Level
Rated as an intermediate difficulty pattern, the Coral Skies Top is suitable for crocheters with foundational knowledge of basic stitches and seaming techniques. The straightforward rectangular construction and reliance on chain-stitch openings make this project manageable for those ready to move beyond beginner patterns while still offering a quick and rewarding making experience.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Featured Products: | Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Jen Dwyer |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | Smaller hook is for initial chain only. Yardage: 720 (780, 1,043; 1,344) |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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