Create Your Own Stylish Crochet Speedway Crop Top
The Crochet Speedway Crop Top is a stylish and versatile piece perfect for any wardrobe. This beautiful crop top is designed with a combination of double and single crochets that create a lightweight and breathable fabric.
The careful detailing in each crochet stitch makes it a standout piece, ideal for sunny days and layering in cooler weather. Crafted with love, this handmade top showcases your crochet skills and provides a chic, trendy addition to your attire.
Crochet Speedway Crop Top
The Crochet Speedway Crop Top is perfect for casual events, beach outings, or as an eye-catching layer under jackets and cardigans. Its unique shape, with increasing rows forming a flattering fit, makes it suitable for various body types. The adjustable straps and customizable colors add to its charm, making this top both functional and trendy.
Step By Step Pattern
Necessary Materials
- Light worsted weight cotton yarn
- 4 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Key Crochet Techniques
- Chain (ch)
- Single Crochet (sc)
- Double Crochet (dc)
- Slip Knot
- Double Crochet Decrease (dc2tog)
- Single Crochet Decrease (sc2tog)
Detailed Instructions
Foundation Chain: Create a slipknot and chain 23.
Row 1:
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- Dc in the 3rd ch from the hook.
- Dc in the next 9 ch spaces.
- 3 dc in the 11th ch space.
- Continue with dc in the remaining chain spaces to have a total of 23 dc.
Row 2:
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- Turn your work, ch 2.
- Dc in the first dc space.
- Dc in each dc stitch until the middle stitch (the second dc in the cluster of 3).
- 3 dc in the middle stitch.
- Continue with dc in each stitch to the end of the row.
Subsequent Rows:
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- Repeat Row 2 pattern, increasing by 2 dc each row (Rows will have 23, 25, 27, etc. dc).
- After 3 rows of dc, switch to single crochet (sc) rows.
- For sc rows, ch 1 to start, sc in each stitch, 3 sc in the middle stitch.
- Continue this until desired length, alternating colors if desired.
Decreasing Rows for Other Side:
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- Rejoin yarn with a slipknot on the other side.
- Repeat the dc and sc row patterns, placing stitch markers if necessary, to indicate middle stitches.
Finishing Touches:
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- For the border, make a slipknot, chain 2, dc along the edge, placing 3 dc in corner spaces.
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- For straps, chain 15 inches, turn, and sc back into each chain starting from the second chain.
- Attach straps to top and bottom points as desired.
Additional Notes
- Feel free to mix and match colors for a customized look.
- Adjust measurements and strap lengths to fit your body shape.
- Stitch markers are helpful to mark your center points.
Conclusion
Creating the Crochet Speedway Crop Top is a joyful and rewarding experience. This chic and functional piece will be a versatile addition to your wardrobe, showcasing your crochet talent while providing style and comfort. Enjoy making and wearing your unique creation!
