Create a charming crochet corset top that's as unique as you are! With a hook and your favorite yarn, you can weave together a stylish piece that's both snug and stretchy. Watch your creation take shape row by row as you work your stitches.
Beautiful Crochet Corset Pattern
Whether you choose bright colors or soft tones, your handiwork will be a special addition to your wardrobe. Perfect for sunny days or layered looks, this crochet corset is a delightful project to express your personal style.
Materials Needed:
- Yarn (Abbey Road Kung Fu cotton yarn suggested)
- Crochet hooks (5.5 mm hook recommended; 5.25 mm and 4.25 mm were used in the video due to yarn thickness differences)
- Scissors
Corset Top Pattern:
Bottom Shell Stitch Portion:
- Start with a Slip Knot: Make an X on your fingers and insert the hook to pull the bottom loop through.
- Chain Stitches: Chain enough stitches to fit around your waist comfortably; the example used 88 chains.
- Extra Chains: Add two extra chains to the starting chains.
First Row (Shell Stitch):
- Skip the first two chains.
- Into the third chain, work three double crochets (DC), chain one, and then another three DCs into the same chain.
- Skip two chains, into the third chain, work a DC, chain three, then another DC into the same chain.
- Continue these two alternating stitches across the entirety of the chain.
Second Row:
- Start by chaining two and turning your work.
- Work three DCs, chain one, three more DCs into the V shapes from the previous row.
- Work a DC, chain three, and a DC into the open spaces of the shells from the previous row.
Continue this pattern for the entire row.
- Subsequent Rows: Repeat the second row pattern until the piece reaches your desired length.
Transition to Top Half with Lemon Peel Stitch:
- Start Top Half: Flip the project upside down and start working on the first row at the top.
First Row (Lemon Peel Stitch):
- Start with a single crochet (SC) stitch across the entire bottom part with a new color or continue with the same color.
Lemon Peel Stitch Pattern:
- Alternate between SC and DC stitches along the row.
Next Row:
- Alternate between doing a DC into the SC from the previous row, and an SC into the DC from the previous row.
Cutouts and Finishing the Top:
Create Cutouts:
- Measure and fold your work in half to determine the middle spot for the cutouts.
- Chain enough (e.g., 13 in the video) to skip the cutout area and continue the lemon peel stitch after the chain.
Joining Sides:
- Repeat the same steps for creating a cutout and lemon peel stitch on the other side of your work.
Edge Work and Cinching:
- Optionally, you can add a contrasting color around the edges with SC stitches for a framer look.
- Convert the bottom part into a cinch by weaving yarn through the stitches.
Corset Style Lacing:
- Thread yarn through the back of the work in a corset-style lacing.
Finish Off:
- Cut and weave in all loose ends.
Finalizing:
- Try It On: After all the weaving and cinching, try on your top and adjust it as necessary for the perfect fit.
Tips:
- Always count your stitches, especially when creating symmetrical parts like the cutouts.
- Adjust the number of chains for cutouts if using a thinner yarn than suggested.
- Make sure to add enough rows for the top half of the corset to comfortably cover your bust area.
