Purple magic top

Purple Magic Crochet Top by Izabela Firlová

What is Being Made

The Purple Magic is a crochet top designed with an open back construction. This intermediate-level garment features a unique construction method that begins from the center and expands outward to create the finished piece. The top is available in three sizes: Small (63 cm / 25 inches width), Medium (73 cm / 29 inches width), and Large (83 cm / 33 inches width). The open back design means the width measurement refers to the front panel rather than the complete circumference of the garment. The fabric has a characteristic wavy or oval-like shape at the bottom edge, which can be adjusted during wear or refined through blocking and laying flat after washing.

Construction Technique

This pattern employs a distinctive center-outward construction method. Work begins by creating a foundation chain of an odd number of stitches that corresponds to the desired length across the middle of the chest. The initial row is worked into single crochet stitches from the second chain from the hook to the end. After completing the first row, the yarn is cut and reattached to the center point to continue building the garment outward. This approach allows for controlled shaping and expansion of the fabric as you progress through subsequent rows.

Stitches Used

• Chain stitch (ch) – the foundation stitch used to create the base of the pattern
• Slip stitch (ss) – used for joining and finishing
• Single crochet (sc) – a fundamental short stitch that creates a dense fabric
• Half double crochet (hdc) – a medium-height stitch providing structure
• Double crochet (dc) – a taller stitch that adds drape and openness to the design

The pattern incorporates repeating sequences indicated by asterisks (**), with a notable motif of alternating chain stitches and skipped stitches that creates an openwork or lacy effect throughout the garment.

Materials and Tools

This project requires 400 meters of sport weight yarn. The designer used Drops Love You 7 yarn for the original sample. A 3 mm crochet hook is required for this pattern. The recommended gauge is 21 stitches to 17 rows over a 4-inch (10 cm) square, which helps ensure the garment reaches the intended finished dimensions and drape.