Step By Step Pattern Crochet Granny Square Wrap Around Top
Upgrade your style with our Free Crochet Granny Square Wrap Around Top Pattern – a captivating design that brings together classic charm and modern flair.
The pattern offers a delightful way to elevate your wardrobe with a unique and intricate design. This pattern provides detailed instructions for creating a stunning wrap-around top that combines the timeless appeal of granny squares with a modern silhouette. Ideal for all crochet aficionados, this top can be customized with various colors and yarns to reflect your personal style.
The wrap-around feature ensures a flattering fit for all body types, making it perfect for pairing with skirts, jeans, or shorts for any season. The breathable and comfortable nature of the crochet design adds a touch of handmade charm to your everyday wear.
Tip:
For a more delicate and lightweight top, opt for a cotton or bamboo blend yarn; it will not only highlight the intricate stitches but also provide exceptional comfort.
Crochet Granny Square Wrap Around Top
Materials:
- Cotton yarn from We Crochet (or other similar yarn)
- 4.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Abbreviations:
- CH: Chain
- SC: Single crochet
- DC: Double crochet
- SL ST: Slip stitch
Pattern:
Granny Squares:
- Make a magic ring. CH 3 (counts as 1 DC), DC in the ring.
- CH 2, DC in the same space, DC in the next space.
- Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have 3 DCs in the round.
- CH 2, turn.
- DC in the next space, DC in the same space, DC in the next space.
- CH 2, turn.
- Repeat steps 5 and 6 until you have 4 corners.
- CH 2, pull on the tail to close the center. SL ST in the first CH.
- CH 3 (counts as 1 DC), DC in the same space, DC in the next space, DC in the same space.
- CH 2, turn.
- Repeat steps 9 and 10 until you have 4 corners.
- SL ST in the first CH.
- Change colors if desired. CH 1, cut off yarn, attach new color in the middle of the square.
- CH 3 (counts as 1 DC), DC in the same space, DC in the next space, DC in the same space.
- CH 2, turn.
- Repeat steps 14 and 15 until you have 4 corners.
- SL ST in the first CH.
- Repeat steps 13-17 until you have the desired number of rounds for your size.
Joining the Squares:
- Place 2 squares together with the sides closest to you facing each other.
- Insert your hook in the CH 2 corner on one side, then in the CH 2 corner on the other side.
- Attach your yarn and CH 1.
- SC in the loop closest to you on one side, then in both loops on the other side.
- SL ST in the loop closest to you on the first side, then in both loops on the other side.
- Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you reach the corner.
- In the corner, insert your hook in one side, then in the other side.
- CH 1, DC in the same space, DC in the next space.
- Repeat steps 7 and 8 for the other square.
- Continue joining the squares in this manner until all squares are joined.
Making the Top:
- Fold the joined squares in half with the right side out.
- Join the shoulder parts by inserting your hook in the CH 2 corner on one side, then in the CH 2 corner on the other side.
- Attach your yarn and CH 1.
- SC in the loop closest to you on one side, then in both loops on the other side.
- SL ST in the loop closest to you on the first side, then in both loops on the other side.
- Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you reach the desired length for the shoulder.
- Repeat steps 2-6 for the other shoulder.
- Join the sides of the top by inserting your hook in the CH 2 corner on one side, then in the CH 2 corner on the other side.
- Attach your yarn and CH 1.
- SC in the loop closest to you on one side, then in both loops on the other side.
- SL ST in the loop closest to you on the first side, then in both loops on the other side.
- Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you reach the desired length for the side.
- Repeat steps 8-12 for the other side.
Making the Sleeves:
- Attach your yarn to the underarm of the top.
- CH 1, SC in the same space.
- SC in the next space.
- Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you reach the beginning of the round.
- SL ST in the first SC.
- CH 3 (counts as 1 DC), DC in the same space, DC in the next space, DC in the same space.
- CH 1, skip 3 stitches, DC in the next space, DC in the same space, DC in the next space.
- CH 1, skip 3 stitches.
- Repeat steps 7 and 8 until you reach the beginning of the round.
- SL ST in the first CH.
- Repeat steps 6-10 until the sleeve reaches your desired length.
Adding the Ribbing:
- Attach your yarn to the bottom corner of the top.
- CH 1, SC in the same space.
- SC in the next space.
- Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you reach the other side of the top.
- CH 3 (counts as 1 DC), turn.
- DC in the next space.
- Repeat step 6 until you reach the other side of the top.
- CH 1, turn.
- DC in the front post of the first DC, DC in the back post of the same DC.
- Repeat step 9 until you reach the other side of the top.
- CH 1, turn.
- SC in the next space.
- Repeat step 12 until you reach the beginning of the round.
- SL ST in the first SC.
- CH 1, turn.
- Repeat steps 9-15 until you reach the desired height for the ribbing.
- Repeat steps 1-16 for the other side of the bottom and for the sides of the top.
Adding the Straps:
- Measure your waist and double that number.
- CH the desired number of chains for the strap length.
- SC in the second chain from the hook.
- SC in the next space.
- Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you reach the beginning of the round.
- SL ST in the first SC.
- CH 1, cut off yarn.
- Repeat steps 1-7 for the other strap.
