Crochet Beach Cover Up / Mesh Crop Top – Free Pattern

Thrilled up with our Free Crochet Beach Cover Up / Mesh Crop Top Pattern—easy-to-make and perfect for stylish beach days!

This versatile pattern is perfect for those sun-soaked days, providing a breezy and fashionable layer over your swimsuit. The mesh design ensures a light and airy feel, keeping you cool while offering a touch of modesty. Suitable for both beginners and seasoned crocheters, this pattern mutates simple yarn into a trendy beach wardrobe staple.

How To Crochet Beach Cover up / Mesh Crop Top

Whether you’re lounging by the pool or strolling along the shoreline, your handmade crochet top will turn heads. The benefits are endless – a perfect fit, personalized style, and the satisfaction of wearing something you crafted yourself.

Tip:

For a vibrant summer look, choose yarn in bright, bold colors that reflect your personality and complement your swimwear. Happy crocheting!

Materials:

• 2.5 mm crochet hook
• Stitch markers
• Tape measure
• Tapestry needle
• Fingering weight yarn

Pattern:

Foundation Chain:

• For a size small, chain 100 (or half your chest circumference working in multiples of four).

Chain one more to start the next row.

Single Crochet Row:

• Single crochet into every chain starting from the second chain from your hook.

First Twist Stitch Row:

• Turn your work and chain three.
• Work three unfinished treble crochets into the next stitch (not the base of the chain), then yarn over and pull through all loops on the hook.
• Chain three, then work a treble crochet into the first post you created at the bottom.

Second Twist Stitch Row:

• Begin by yarning over four times.
• Create four unfinished treble crochets and pull through the first four loops.
• Complete with a treble crochet, then work two more into the same stitch and finish with a final treble crochet into the first post at the bottom.

Subsequent Rows:

• Continue the pattern of twist stitches, single crochets, and chain spaces as established, repeating them for your desired length.

Finishing the Panel:

• Once you’ve reached your desired length, finish off the panel and make a second identical piece for the back of the crop top.

Sleeves:

• Chain 84 for a size small for your sleeves and follow the established pattern sequence.
• Single crochet along the edge, and connect the sleeve to form a ring.
• Repeat for second sleeve.

Assembly:

• Place both body panels wrong side out and align.
• Seam at the shoulders and side leaving space for the armhole as per measurement guidelines.
• Attach sleeves by aligning them with the armhole, seam, and secure in place.

Neckline and Bottom Edge:

• Tidy up the neckline and bottom edge with single and half double crochets respectively.

Finishing:

Weave in any loose ends.

End Result:

• Enjoy your handcrafted beach crop top.