Crochet Textured Lattice Crop Top Free Pattern

Get ready to flaunt your crochet skills with this adorable textured crop top, perfect for any summer outing. The design combines various stitches to create a lovely lattice effect while ensuring a solid and durable foundation throughout the piece.

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight cotton yarn (approximately 300-400 yards)
• 5.5mm (I) crochet hook
• Stitch markers
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge:

14 stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches in textured lattice stitch.

Sizes:

This pattern includes instructions for Small (Medium, Large). Adjust as needed for sizing.

Instructions:

1. Foundation Row: Chain 40 (45, 50) stitches.
2. Row 1: In the second chain from the hook, work 1 single crochet (sc). Continue with 1 sc in each chain across. (38, 43, 48 sc).
3. Row 2: Turn, chain 1. Work 1 sc in the first stitch. *Chain 2, skip 2 stitches, work 1 sc in the next stitch.* Repeat from * to * until the end of the row. Finish with a total of 19 (22, 25) stitches.
4. Row 3-12: Repeat Row 2 until the piece measures approximately 10 (11, 12) inches from the foundation row.
5. Shaping the Armholes: Once the desired length is reached, you’ll start to form the armholes. Decrease by skipping the first and last 3 stitches of each row while continuing the lattice pattern.
6. Row 13-18: Continue working until the piece reaches the underarm area measurements (approx. 6-8 inches).
7. Join Front and Back: Make a second identical piece and place them together. Use a slip stitch to join them at the side seams for about 4 inches under the armhole area.
8. Neckline: Finish the neckline by single crocheting in the top stitches around the neckline for added firmness and design.
9. Weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle.

Finishing:

Block your piece lightly to shape it, if desired. Your new textured crop top is ready to be worn!

Care Instructions:

Hand wash in cold water, lay flat to dry.

Happy Crocheting!