Marrakesh Top

Marrakesh Top Crochet Pattern

What is Being Made

The Marrakesh Top is a crocheted garment designed by The Crocheting. This intermediate-level crochet project creates a wearable top available in four sizes: extra small (XS), small (S), medium (M), and large (L). The pattern uses Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran yarn in Ballet Pink, with yardage requirements ranging from 550 yards for the smallest size to 700 yards for the largest size.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

The Marrakesh Top employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. The garment is constructed using a series of rounds that form the top base, with the pattern providing clear row-by-row instructions for each size variation. The construction method allows for customization, as the pattern notes that crafters can add additional chains if they prefer a longer finished garment, making it adaptable to individual preferences.

Stitches Used

This pattern utilizes several essential crochet stitches:

• Chain stitch (Ch) – the foundation stitch used to create the initial base
• Slip stitch (Sl st) – used for joining rounds and creating structure throughout the garment
• Double crochet (Dc) – a core stitch that builds height and density in the fabric
• Back loop only (BLO) – a technique where stitches are worked through only the back loop, creating textural variation and definition in the finished piece
• Increases (Inc) – used to shape the garment and adjust fit across different sizes

Materials and Tools

The pattern specifies Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran weight yarn in the Ballet Pink colorway. An aran weight yarn is a medium-weight yarn that works up at a moderate pace, making it ideal for intermediate projects. A 3.5 mm crochet hook (size E) is required for this project. Additional materials include a tapestry needle for weaving in yarn ends and an optional measuring tape for checking gauge and finished dimensions. The pattern provides a gauge measurement of 7 slip stitches and 5 rows equaling 1 inch, which is essential for achieving the correct finished size.