Crochet Open Top

Crochet open tops are an absolute must-have for anyone who loves to add a touch of charm and flair to their outfits. These delightful creations are perfect for layering over a cute tank top or swimsuit, making you stand out with style while staying comfy. The open design allows for a breezy feel, keeping you cool and fashionable in warm weather.
Materials
Hayfield Bonus Chunky Extra Value yarn Weight #5, 100 gr 100% Acrylic 150 yards/ 137 m – I used 3.5 skeins
You can work this pattern with any yarn weight and hook size, it will change the measurements.
Or any weight #5 yarn
Hook: US Size (6 mm)
Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape
Sizes
You will find the different measurements in the pattern as follows M (L, XL)
Stitch Key
Ch = Chain
Sc = Single Crochet
St = Stitch
Yo = Yarn over
Slst = Slip stitch
Specialty Stitches
BloSc = Back Loop Only Single Crochet stitch (Insert hook into the next st (but only in the back loop). YO, pull back through that st (2 loops on hook), YO, pull through all 2 loops on hook)
BloHdc = Back loop only half double crochet – Yarn over, Insert crochet hook into the back loop only Pull up a loop, Yarn over, Pull through the 3 loops on the crochet hook.
Notes
This pattern is written in US terminology
This pattern is worked in rows
This pattern is worked in two identical rectangles, a collar, and side straps
Ch3 does count as st at the beginning of each row
Ch1 at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch
Instructions
Hem: ch 8
R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, and across to the end of row, turn work (7 st)
R2 : Ch 1, sc 1in 1st st from hook, BloSc 1 in next 5 stitches, sc in last st, turn work (7 st)R3-42(45, 57): Repeat R2- do not cut your yarn; you will continue making one panel of the body.
The Body: work 2 identical
Turn your hem on the side the length facing you.
R1: Ch1 and sc 1 in 1st st from row at the hem, sc 1 in every st from row to a total of 42(45,57), turn work
R2: Ch 1, hdc in 1st st from hook, BloHdc in next st and across to one st before last, hdc in last st, 42(45,57), turn work
R3- R30 (32,34): Repeat R2. Secure your yarn and cut. Make sure you have about 21” length (hem+body) or add rows for your desired length.
Collar: chain 8
R1: Sc 1 in 2nd ch from hook, sc 1 in next ch and across to end, turn ( 7 st)
R2 : Ch 1, sc in 1st st from hook, BloSc in next 5 stitches, sc 1in last st , turn ( 7 st)
R3-38: Repeat R2 (22”)
Join two short ends using the tapestry needle or Slst to form a circle
Construction
Lay two panels one on top of the other facing the wrong side out.
Sew the shoulders with your tapestry needle 12 (20)stitches from each side.
Note: If you are making this pattern wider, measure to find out how many stitches will the shoulders be, leaving approximately a 9-inch/ 23cm hole for the neckline.
Sew the collar around the neckline using your tapestry needle
Measure approx 5 inches/ 12.5 cm from the hem up to the underarm: insert your hook and sc 4 st, ch 1 turn and sc 4 for 6 rows, and sl st this strip to the second panel on the same height.
Repeat on the opposite side
Note: If you want to make more than one strip along the armhole, just measure about 11 inches from shoulder to armhole.
Finishing
Weave in all ends cut yarn and enjoy!
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