May 2019

Crochet motifs that I have posted several months ago will give you endless possibilities!

Yeah! 😉

For example, you can crochet such a feminine V-neck top with asymmetric hem and get ready for your next vacation. Layer this ornate piece over swimwear, pair it with shirts or jeans for an effortless bohemian look.

I suggest to crochet it in white or beige cotton or linen because:

Cotton and linen yarns are perfect for hot weather (you won’t feel comfortable in 100 % wool or acrylic tops in summer, though I’ve already seen several wool crop tops made by beginners 😲 😱 😰 )
White and beige make any outfit look crisp, modern and fresh, they look perfect with lots of other colors.
White and beige drapey tops have timeless appeal, they’re a wardrobe essential for any style. They are just stunning if you want to catch attention! 🙂

You can follow the same description for crochet motifs (see my previous posts), or download your copy from Ravelry, Etsy, or my shop:

www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rhythmic-top

https://conceptcreative.store/shop/rhythmic

www.etsy.com/listing/691216330/beach-crochet-top

Sizes:

The sample shown fits sizes XS-L with bust 82-104 cm = 32’’-41’’; assembly for a shorter top is included.

Additional sizes included in this crochet top pattern:

Kids sizes with chest 44-76 cm = 17.3’’-30’’;
XL-2XL with bust 104-122 cm = 41’’-48’’ (you will need to crochet slightly bigger motifs – approx. 1 cm = 0.4’’ bigger than in the sample shown).

Level: intermediate

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Yarn: Fingering / 4 ply / 340-400 m per 100 gr / 372-437 yards per 3.5 oz / category by yarnstandards.com is 1 : Super Fine. Suitable yarn:

Sandnes Garn Mandarin Petit

Lang Yarns Baby Cotton (Fingering)

Scheepjes Cotton 8

Bernetta Wolle Baby Soft

Katia Panama

Rowan Summerlite 4Ply

Check yarn weight here: www.ravelry.com/help/yarn/weights

Choosing the right YARN and HOOK to achieve great results

Hook size: 2 or 2.25 mm (C), or hook to obtain gauge.

Add this pattern to your Ravelry queue and library: www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rhythmic-top

This crochet top pattern includes:

► detailed instructions in English for every row;

► diagrams (reading charts is not essential, but they allow to notice any of your mistakes);

► assembly schematics, photos of tricky places.

Happy crocheting!

HOW to Add Your Project to Ravelry

Elegance should be enduring, it should transcend fashion and trends and focus on something that is beautifully eternal. This pattern is written to bring out your feminine proportions, even if they are somewhat hidden :). This Garnet Dress or Top will suit girls and women who, like me, have broad shoulders, thin arms, rectangular body type, not well-defined waist, a small tummy (or none at all) and who want to make a wearable crocheted piece. This tutorial offers instructions for making adjustments to your figure (if you are smaller or taller), create an off-shoulder garment, or finish it with more covered neckline. Instructions for crocheting more solid rows at bust level are included.

Design elements:

Raglan decreases create an optical illusion of smaller shoulders comparing to classical round yokes that look best on narrow-shouldered women. Broad shoulders and thin arms are covered with small cup sleeves made simultaneously with front and back (without cutting off the yarn for crocheting each sleeve).
Raised back neck gives more comfortable fit, while accented waist creates more flattering and feminine silhouette.
This project is worked seamlessly in the round, in two directions: from bust towards the neckline, then from bust towards the hem. It allows to choose the best fit for your bust and desired coverage at neckline (while you would need to decide about neckline-coverage right away if you crochet the whole garment from the top down).

DOWNLOAD this dress pattern from my shops:

https://conceptcreative.store/shop/garnet-crochet-dress

www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/garnet-dress-or-top

www.etsy.com/listing/638221364/maxi-crochet-dress

The dress crochet pattern is provided for sizes

S with bust circumference 80-86 cm (31.5-34’’);
M with bust circumference 90-96 cm (35.5-38’’);
L/XL with bust circumference 100-106 cm (39.5-42’’);
XL/2XL with bust circumference 110-117 cm (43.5-46’’);
2XL/3XL with bust circumference 120-127 cm (47-50’’).
Hips circumference is calculated as 10-15 cm (4-6’’) larger than bust; width of the dress around waist and hips can be adjusted as you go.

The sample shown is 142 cm (56’’) long, you may omit or add rows to adjust the length.

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Yarn:

this pattern is written for stretchy yarn like silk, rayon, bamboo, soya, or tencel; 4 ply (UK), Fingering-weight, 1 or Superfine (USA), approx. 330-370 m in 100 gr (360-405 yards per 3.5 oz).

For the close-fitting dress you will need from 2400 to 3550 yards, depending on the width and length. For top of the length 50 cm (19.7’’) you will need from 850 to 1270 yards.

Suggested yarns:

Alize Lino

King Cole Bamboo Cotton 4ply

Bendigo Woollen Mills Bamboo Fingering

Choosing the right YARN and HOOK to achieve great results