Author: Talha
I am a crochet designer, macramé maker and a crafter who also loves doing MATH.
This WEEK’s summer tops discussion will teach you how to crochet a baby doll top with the designs for halter tops, lacy tops, mesh tops, and similar lightweight tops. Called “SPECIAL” because these top types are the most beautiful as well as comfortable. ALL of them are, therefore, sleeveless, flowy, and come in textures that don’t add much warmth.
You will also learn crocheting the stitch pattern, assembly and how to customize for sizes ranging from kids to adults.
Note for You: This is a part of the SUMMER TOP SERIES. I have already discussed a bunch of different types, like “Tops with easy construction” and “Tops with Beautiful Textures.” Be sure to check them, too.
Way #1: Crochet A Halter Summer Top
This is a beautifully textured flared halter top that can be extended into a dress or simply worn over a tiered maxi. On the bodice, the elegant shell stitch is used, while for the ruffled skirt, alternating 3- and 1-double crochet clusters.
This simple pattern adds ruffles and a pretty texture to the skirt. Following the pattern and recommended materials, you can crochet this halter top for an 8-9-year-old girl. However, just by adjusting the foundation chains, you can easily crochet up XL.
My favorite part is the bows on the shoulder straps and below the neckline. You can beautify it in your own way. Colors? Use darker yarns like ocean blue, hot pink, or wine red.
Way #2: Crochet A Lacy Top
This flared camisole summer top, with just 0.8mm yarn and irresistibly elegant lacework, wins in both beauty and comfort. On the bodice, there is also picot edging and many small basic flower appliques. The actual pattern for the bodice requires a very basic mesh stitch.
The bottom, however, looks more elegant with the lacy variation of the shell stitch. The shoulder straps are also tieable but I always recommend having them in one piece and then decorating with a bow knot.
In the very beginning of the tutorial, you will learn how to take measurements, such as between the armpits and the bust, to make a perfect fit for both kids and adults. So, crochet this summer top for sure.
Textured summer tops? Check these ones, too!
Way #3: Crochet A Halter Top (Version 2)
Let’s crochet a halter top in traditional Vietnamese style with a beautiful peach blossom pattern. Such tops have strings that can be tied around the neck and at the back and have a nice-looking diamond shape.
For this design in particular, you will want to crochet a picot stitch edging around the bodice, flower appliques at the end of the strings, and a lacy edging at the bottom.
The branch and leaves are embroidered, while the blossoms are crocheted and attached separately. These are just basic flowers in pink. You can make the edging as long as you prefer. Traditionally, they can be extended quite downward, similar to maxi.
Way #4: Crochet A Lacy Top (Version 2)
With elegance and comfort of granny stripe stitch and daisy flower appliques, this crochet vest-style flared shirt is a must-have summer wear. There is also a single crochet picot edging in white around the whole top.
This contrasts very well with the green and makes it even more elegant. You will want to use a 0.8mm lacy yarn to make it lightweight, so each stitch may look delicate.
The tutorial will start by teaching the size adjustment for adults, as she has designed it for her daughter. You will also want to crochet it oversized in height and non-fitted. The daisy flower is also easy to crochet.
Flower Tops? This list has more ideas:
Way #5: Crochet A Granny Top
This is a beautiful cropped mesh T-shirt with ribbing around the neck, bottom hem, and sleeves. Requires granny stripe stitch and is worked from top down to the bottom.
With the 0.8mm cotton yarn and 1.75 mm crochet hook, you will have a pretty lightweight and airy top. You can crochet it in a size for a 9-month-old to adults, and also make it oversized.