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How to crochet a trendy top



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If you’re looking for a stylish yet simple crochet project to add to your handmade wardrobe, you’re in the right place. ✨ This crochet top tutorial is perfect for beginners who want to create something modern, wearable, and fun.

In this step-by-step guide, I’ll walk you through how to crochet a top that’s ideal for layering in spring and autumn, yet light and breezy enough to wear during summer.

👉 For better understanding, you can also follow along with my YouTube tutorial here: Watch the full video tutorial on YouTube.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Crochet Top

This beginner-friendly crochet top pattern uses simple stitches, making it the perfect choice if you’re new to crochet or just want a quick DIY fashion piece. By the end, you’ll have a trendy crochet top that’s not only comfortable but also completely handmade by you!

Whether you’re making it for yourself, as a gift, or as a fun practice project, this crochet top is a must-try.

So grab your yarn and hook, and let’s get started on your new favorite wardrobe piece. 🧶

📏 Finished Size

  • Width: approx. 35 inches (adjustable by adding/removing rows or motifs).

📺 Need help? Watch the step-by-step instructions on my YouTube channel: Crochet Trendy Top Tutorial.

🧶 Materials Needed

  • Double knit (DK) cotton yarn

  • 4 mm crochet hook

  • Yarn needle (for weaving ends)

  • Scissors

🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • ch = chain

  • dc = double crochet

  • sl st = slip stitch

  • sp = space

  • rep = repeat

🪡 Front Panel

Foundation Round:
Ch 4. In 4th ch from hook: 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same ch, ch 2, 3 dc in same ch, ch 2, 3 dc in same ch, ch 2. Sl st into top of beginning ch-3 to join. (4 clusters of 3 dc)

Round 2:
Ch 2, 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc into next ch-2 sp. Rep around. Join with sl st to ch-2.

Round 3:
Ch 2, skip 3 dc, 3 dc in next sp; (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 sp. Rep around. Join with sl st.

Rounds 4–15:
Rep Round 3. Fasten off.

👉 At this stage, the length is complete. Next, we’ll work on the width.

📏 Extending the Width

Row 1:
Join yarn at one corner. Ch 2, 3 dc in same sp, skip 3 dc, 3 dc in next sp. Rep across.

Row 2:
Ch 2, skip 3 dc, 3 dc in next sp. Rep across.

Rows 3–8:
Rep Row 2. Fasten off.

➡ Repeat on the opposite side of the panel (8 rows).

📺 Confused at this step? Don’t worry! Watch me explain it clearly on YouTube: Crochet Top Tutorial Video.

🪡 Back Panel

Make the back panel exactly as the front panel, following the same instructions.

🎀 Straps (Make 2)

Row 1:
Join yarn at the top of the front panel, leaving 7 rows from the side. Ch 2. Skip 3 dc, 3 dc in next sp; skip 3 dc, 3 dc in next sp; skip 3 dc, 3 dc in next sp.

Row 2:
Ch 2, turn. Rep Row 1.

Rows 3–32:
Rep Row 1 until strap reaches desired length. Fasten off.

🧵 Assembly

  1. Attach straps to the back panel, leaving the same number of rows from each side to align with the front panel. Use single crochet or whip stitch to secure.

  2. Join the front and back panels at the sides using single crochet or your preferred seaming method.

  3. Weave in all ends.

✅ And that’s it! You’ve created a stylish, beginner-friendly crochet top that’s perfect for layering in spring, autumn, or wearing alone in summer.

📺 For a complete walk-through, watch my YouTube tutorial here: Full Crochet Top Tutorial.

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