Crochet Almond Off Shoulder Top Pattern For Stylish You

Elevate your look with the Crochet Almond Off Shoulder Top Pattern, a stylish and easy project ideal for any casual or dressy occasion.

The Crochet Almond Off Shoulder Top Pattern adds a chic and breezy touch to your wardrobe. The off-shoulder design shows off your collarbones for a hint of allure. Ideal for summer days or casual evenings, this easy-to-follow pattern is enjoyable to make. Its stylish almond color pairs well with jeans, skirts, or shorts, adding sophistication to your outfit. . It's a must-try pattern for anyone wanting to enhance their style with a handmade piece.

Crochet Almond Off-Shoulder Top Pattern

Materials Required:

Yarn: Durable Cosy fine from @Durableyarn (50g/105m per ball). Yarn blend is 58% cotton and 42% polyacrylic; DK size 3.
Quantity: 10 balls for the project.
Color: Brick.
Crochet Hook: 4.0mm.
Elastic Thread: For adding elasticity.
Other Tools: Scissors, tape measure, and tapestry needle.

Measurements

Bust Measurements: Deduct 7 to 8 inches from your bust measurements to allow for the stretchiness of the pattern.
Top Length: Measure from under your armpit to the desired length.

Pattern Overview

Foundation Chain: Start with a chain longer than needed. Chain multiples of 8 + 1.
Row 1:
- Skip the first chain.
- Stitch type: Slip stitch in the third loop.
- Continue: 4 slip stitches, 4 half double crochet (hdc) stitches.
- Repeat the pattern: 4 slip stitches, 4 hdcs until you reach the desired length.
- End with: 4 slip stitches.
- If there are extra chains, chain-off the excess by cutting the yarn and finishing off the excess chains.
Row 2:
- Chain 1, turn the work.
- Work only in the back loops.
- Repeat the slip stitch and hdc pattern as in Row 1.
- Make sure to end with 4 slip stitches in both loops for the last stitch.

Repeat Rows

Rows 3 & 4: Begin with 4 hdcs instead of slip stitches, then continue with the alternating 4 slip stitches and 4 hdcs.
Chain 1 at the end of each row and repeat until the fabric reaches the desired width.
Ensure the last rows you work are hdc rows.

Sleeves

Foundation Chain: Calculate length from underarm to wrist.
Pattern: Same slip stitch and hdc pattern as for the body, with a different length depending on your measurements.

Assembly

Top Tube

Seaming:
- Turn the fabric to the wrong side.
- Use the mattress stitch or a slip stitch to seam the tube top.
- Match hdcs to slip stitch rows.

Sleeves

Join Seams:
- Stitch each sleeve tube similarly.
Attach to Top:
- Align the middle point of the sleeve with the marked center of the top.
- Attach the sleeve by stitching in-place using the same method.

Ribbing

Double Crochet (dc) Round:
- Attach yarn and work a round of double crochet stitches around the top edge, starting with a chain 2 or 3 that counts as the first stitch.
- Intuitively place dc stitches evenly all around.
- Join with a slip stitch to complete the round.
Front Post/Back Post Ribbing:
- Chain 3, turn work to the inside.
- Alternate front post and back post dc stitches.
- Continue for multiple rounds until the ribbing reaches 5 inches or desired length.
- Ensure the ribbing is elastic enough to hold the top on your shoulders.

Adding Elastic Thread

Slip Stitch Round:
- Attach the elastic thread around the tube top at desired intervals.
- Slip stitch through the fabric’s detail loops.
Adjustment:
- Ensure the slip stitches are snug but not overly tight to maintain comfort and elasticity.