A great sleeveless top to take on a summer road trip, both as a project and in your luggage.Crochet this up in a lightweight cotton for best summertime wear. Pair with a contrasting tank top underneath or throw over a bikini after a dip in the water.
The patterns gives instructions (in US crochet terms) for: Small (32”-33” bust, and 20” long) Medium (34”-35” bust, and 21” long) Large (36”- 37” bust, and 22” long) XL (38"-39" bust, and 23" long) XXL (40"-41" bust, and 24" long)
DK yarn (cotton blends work well), and you need 3(4,4,5,6) skeins of 50g/135 yards. Also, you'll need a 6mm hook.
Note: Yarn used in pictured tops: For the olive/Black, front is limited edition Puccini by Elann in Cedar, and back is eco-fil in black. For the blue top, I used limited edition Rossini by Elann in turquoise.
The Summer Road-Trip Top is a sleeveless crochet garment designed for warm-weather wear and travel. This versatile piece functions as both an enjoyable crochet project and a practical addition to summer luggage. The top is styled to be worn alone, layered over a contrasting tank top, or thrown over a bikini after swimming. Available in five sizes ranging from Small (32"-33" bust) to XXL (40"-41" bust), with corresponding lengths from 20" to 24", this garment accommodates various body measurements and proportions.
This intermediate-level crochet pattern employs a foundation chain method followed by structured row-by-row construction. The garment is built using a repeating stitch pattern that creates visual texture and breathability ideal for summer temperatures. The pattern uses a turning chain methodology, with chain-3 turns between rows to maintain proper stitch height and structure. The repeating pattern sequence is worked consistently across the width and length of the piece, allowing crafters to establish a rhythm while maintaining gauge accuracy throughout the project.
This pattern calls for DK weight yarn in a lightweight cotton fiber, with yardage requirements of 3 skeins (Small), 4 skeins (Medium and Large), 5 skeins (XL), or 6 skeins (XXL), with each skein containing 135 yards. A 6 mm crochet hook is used throughout the project. Gauge is measured at 2 pattern repeats (consisting of one puff stitch and one double crochet space) equaling approximately 4 inches in width. The choice of cotton yarn ensures breathability and comfort for summer wear, while the DK weight provides a balance between drape and structure suitable for a sleeveless garment.
```| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Designer: | Kraftling |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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I purchased champaign colored yarn and it did not look like picture. It was a mocha color. I crocheted the top pattern I purchased and it came out fine. Happy with the top pattern. Yarn quality is very good.
