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Product Description
This is for the pattern only for this gorgeous beach Crochet Top .
Once you’ve made one you will be making them for your friends
Great for festivals this summer
This pattern is only available in English
This is a Written pattern only in UK Crochet Terms
Difficulty level - Easy
Crochet stitches used - Double Crochet, Treble
Crochet Hook Size 4mm
Pattern is in PDF format
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Beach Crochet Top by Joanne Johncey
What Is Being Made
The Beach Crochet Top is a lightweight, colorful crochet garment designed as an easy-to-make summer piece. This beginner-friendly top features a vibrant multicolor striped or color-block design, making it an excellent project for crafters looking to use up yarn scraps from their stash. The finished garment is sized for UK Size 8-10 (Small), with a length of 46cm and a chest circumference of 90cm, creating a comfortable, relaxed fit suitable for warm weather wear.
Crochet Techniques and Stitches
This pattern utilizes fundamental crochet techniques appropriate for beginner-level crafters. The construction begins with a magic ring, a popular method for starting projects in the round. The primary stitches employed throughout the pattern include:
- Chain (CH) – the foundation stitch used to create the base of the garment
- Treble Stitch (TR) – a taller stitch that creates an open, airy fabric ideal for beach wear
- Double Crochet (DC) – a medium-height stitch used for structure and detail work
- Slip Stitch (Sl st) – used to join rounds and create seamless transitions between sections
The pattern uses UK crochet terminology. The combination of these basic stitches creates a fabric with good drape and breathability, perfect for a summer top.
Materials and Yarn Requirements
The Beach Crochet Top requires 250g of DK weight yarn in total. The pattern was designed using Stylecraft Special DK, a popular acrylic yarn available in numerous colors. The designer provides specific gram weights for each color used in her version, allowing crafters to either replicate the exact colorway or adapt the design using their own yarn stash. The suggested colors include Fiesta, Grass Green, Fondant, Dandelion, Jaffa, Proper Purple, Turquoise, Bluebell, Lemon, Boysenberry, Cloud Blue, Candyfloss, and Spring Green, creating a bright, beach-inspired palette.
A 4mm crochet hook is required for this project. The pattern specifies a gauge of 15 stitches by 11 rows over 10cm, which is important to check before beginning to ensure proper fit.
Garment Dimensions
The pattern provides the following measurements for Size S / UK Size 8-10:
- Length: 46cm
- Chest Circumference: 90cm
- Sleeve Opening: 23cm
- Neck Opening: 25cm
Skill Level and Suitability
Rated as EASY ```
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Featured Products: | SweetGeorgia Tough Love Sock Stylecraft Special DK |
| Pages: | 3 |
| Designer: | Joanne Johncey |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | I used 250g of Stylecraft Special Dk |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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