The V-Stitch Scalloped Crop Top
Tutorial Project:
In this guide, we provide a versatile pattern scaled for a 5-year-old girl using standard DK weight yarn and a 4mm hook. The construction starts in the round for a seamless bodice before splitting into front and back panels with smooth armhole and neckline decreases. Whether you are making this as a gift or for your own little one, the texture of the V-stitch combined with the delicate shell edging makes this top a standout piece. Follow our step-by-step instructions to master the shaping and create a durable, fashionable garment that any child will love to wear all summer long.
• Yarn: DK Weight (Size 3) - Approx 150g
• Hook: 4.0mm (G)
• Gauge: 5 V-stitches = 4 inches
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch: Chain
- sc: Single Crochet
- dc: Double Crochet
- slst: Slip Stitch
- V-st: V-stitch [1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc] in same space
- Shell: 4 dc in same space
Phase 1: The Bodice
1Foundation: Ch 96. Join with slst to the first ch, being careful not to twist. (Circumference: ~20 inches).
2Round 1: Ch 4 (counts as dc + ch 1), dc in same st. *Skip 2 ch, V-st in next ch. Repeat from * around. Join to 3rd ch of start. (Total: 32 V-sts).
3Rounds 2-13: Slst into the first ch-1 space. Ch 4, dc in same space. *V-st in each ch-1 space around. Join with slst. (Continue for 13 total rounds).
Phase 2: Armhole & Neckline
Now working flat in rows for the front panel (16 V-sts).
4Row 1 (Armhole Decrease): Slst over the first V-st. In the next space, work [Ch 3, dc]. V-st across the next 13 spaces. In the next space, work 2 dc. Leave the last V-st unworked. Turn.
Note(decrease slip stitch in 1st stitch and skip the last stitch for all sizes.).
5Row 2: Slst into the space between the 2 dc. Ch 4, dc in next V-st space. V-st across. 1 dc in final space. Turn.
for size 5:
make v in v for 3 rows with out decreasing.
6Neckline Split: Work 4 V-sts for the shoulder. Leave the center 6-8 stitches unworked. Work 4 V-sts for the other shoulder. Fasten off.
for size 5:
make 6 v shoulder for 6 rows.
Phase 3: Boutique Borders
7Bottom Hem: Attach yarn at the bottom. *Work Shell (5 dc) in a V-st space, sc in the space between V-sts. Repeat around.
8Armholes & Neck: Join yarn at the underarm. Work Shell stitches evenly around the armhole edge and repeat for the neckline to create the scalloped finish shown in the video.
Size Conversion Chart
| Age | Starting Chain | Bodice Height |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Months | 96 | 13 Rounds |
| 3 Years | 105 | 13 Rounds |
| 5 Years | 120 | 16 Rounds |
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