Plus size halter top

Plus Size Halter Top Crochet Pattern by EasyPatterns

What You're Making

This is a plus size halter top crochet pattern designed in four sizes: M-L and XL-2XL. The garment features a halter neckline construction and is worked using fundamental crochet techniques suitable for beginners looking to create a wearable summer top or layering piece.

Craft and Primary Technique

This pattern uses crochet as the primary construction method. The halter top is worked flat, meaning you create individual pieces that are later assembled rather than working in continuous rounds. This flat-working approach makes it easier to manage shaping and sizing, particularly beneficial for plus-size garments where precise fit is important.

Crochet Stitches and Construction

The pattern employs double crochet (dc) stitches as the main stitch throughout the garment. The construction begins with a chain foundation and builds upward using rows of double crochet. The pattern includes strategic increases—such as working 2 double crochets in the same stitch and 4 double crochets in the last stitch—to create the shaped triangle cups that form the halter top structure. This shaping technique allows the fabric to contour to the body while maintaining the beginner-friendly simplicity of working primarily with one stitch type.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern is designed for sport weight yarn. You have flexibility in yarn selection with these recommended options:

• Drops Safran by Garnstudio — 174 yards (159 meters) per 50g ball
• Naturally Soft Cotton by MillaMia — 180 yards (165 meters) per 50g ball
• Any yarn of equivalent yardage and weight

Yardage requirements vary by size: 70g for M and L sizes, and 80g for XL and 2XL sizes. The pattern specifically recommends cotton-based yarns, which are ideal for halter tops as they provide breathability and drape suitable for warm-weather wear.

Tools and Notions

You will need a crochet hook in size 2mm (US 0) or 2.5mm (US 1½), depending on your preferred hook size and yarn choice. Additionally, you'll need a yarn needle for weaving in ends and assembling the finished pieces.

Gauge

The pattern specifies a gauge of 22 double crochets over 10 centimeters (4 inches) and 10 rows over 10 centimeters (4 inches). Achieving this gauge is essential for proper fit, especially in plus sizes where accurate measurements directly impact wearability.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as beginner level, making it accessible to crocheters new to garment construction. The straightforward use of double crochet stitches and flat working method means you won't encounter complex techniques like color changes, intricate stitch patterns, or advanced shaping methods.

Pattern Format and Language

This is a downloadable PDF pattern written in American English crochet terminology. The pattern includes detailed diagrams and measurements for each size, with dimensions clearly labeled in both centimeters and inches to accommodate different measurement preferences.