Crochet Iris Stitch Tee Lace Top Pattern For Sunny Days

Stylishly enhance your wardrobe with our Free Crochet Iris Stitch Tee Lace Top Pattern, blending elegance and uniqueness for a chic, modern look.

This delightful design features the beautifully intricate Iris stitch, creating a lace-like texture that’s perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any casual outfit. Whether you’re heading out for a brunch date, a day at the beach, or a relaxed evening with friends, this top is versatile enough to fit any setting.

Crochet Iris Stitch Tee Lace Top Tutorial

Imagine a top that’s both chic and playful—welcome to the Crochet Iris Stitch Tee Lace Top Pattern! The breezy fabric makes it ideal for warmer weather, while the elegant stitch pattern ensures you always look stylish. Detailed instructions make it accessible for both beginners and advanced crocheters, allowing you to craft a top that’s uniquely yours.

Tip:

Try using a lightweight, breathable yarn to enhance the lace effect and keep you cool in warm weather.

Materials Needed:

• 4.5 mm crochet hook
• Light worsted weight baby alpaca yarn (Originally Lovely Korea Yarn recommended for its drape and stitch definition)

Pattern Overview:

• Skill Level: Intermediate (but suitable for advanced beginners with video guide)
• Stitch Used: Foundation Single Crochet, Single Crochet Back Loop Only, Iris Stitch Clusters

Foundation Row:

• Begin with a slip knot on your hook.
• Chain two. These chains are the preparatory steps for the foundation single crochet (not a stitch themselves).
• In the second chain from the hook, insert your hook to pick up two strands – the top strand of the ‘V’ and the bar behind the chain.
• Yarn over, pull up a loop. You should now have two loops on your hook. Yarn over, chain one (through the first loop only), then yarn over and pull through both loops on the hook to complete the first foundation single crochet stitch.

Body of the Tee:

Row 1 (Foundation Row Continued):

• Repeat the foundation single crochet stitch process until you have the desired number of foundation stitches for your size.
• Join in the round by slip stitching with the first foundation single crochet stitch worked.

Round 1:

• Chain one (does not count as a stitch). Work a row of single crochet back loop only into each foundation stitch around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet.

Round 2 (Iris Stitch Round):

• Chain 3 (count as first double crochet and chain-1 space), work two more double crochet in the same stitch, skip three, then work (2 double crochet, chain 1, 2 double crochet) in the fourth stitch from the hook. This forms your first full iris cluster. Continue this pattern around. Note: You’re alternating rows by working iris clusters in defined spaces to maintain an even fabric without unintentional increases.

Continue:

• Following the Iris Stitch pattern, build the body of the tee to the desired length from the bottom up. Make sure to maintain the iris stitch pattern consistently.

Joining in the Round:

• For the iris stitch rounds, you’ll be alternating wrong side and right side rows even in the round to keep the seam straight.

Creating the Hem:

• Use foundation single crochet stitches for a stretchy bottom hem, seamlessly transitioning to the body stitches using half double crochets or the stitch pattern indicated for your specific size.

Sleeves and Neckline:

• After completing the body, the pattern details flattening the scalloped edges at the shoulders and neckline through specific increases (half-double and single crochets), setting up a smooth edge for finishing.
• Sleeves and neckline are finished by working directly into the flattened edges, maintaining the stitch count specific to your size, and using a combination of single crochet and slip stitches for a neat finish.

Final Touches:

• Secure all yarn ends by weaving them in.
• Block your tee to the correct dimensions to ensure the stitches settle into place, enhancing the garment’s drape and fit.