28 Free Crochet Crop Top Patterns For Summer

Discover the magic of summer with effortless crochet crop top patterns, all entirely free and accompanied by step-by-step video tutorials! Master the art of crocheting a fashionable crop top in no time!

Get ready for the hot sunny summer days with these Crochet Crop Top Patterns that are incredibly amazing to look at and fun to crochet. These will allow you to show off your crochet talent and some of your shiny skin. Crochet crop tops are a fantastic way to spend summer days enjoyably with lacy and airy patterns. You can crochet them with off-the-shoulder patterns, sleeveless shoulder ties, a bikini crop top, and many other crocheted patterns. Use lace stitch combined with moss, bobble, shell stitches, chain stitch, and basic stitches that create a perfect holly and breezy texture to keep you cool and airy.

Crochet Crop Top Patterns:

They are small in size so they can be completed very quickly and within a short time. You can style them over braw or bikini dresses that prepare you for parties, beach days, and summer festivals. But if you like crochet crop top patterns too much and don’t want to limit them only to add to a summer wardrobe, don’t forget to crochet them in bulky or furry yarn to wear all year round. They give you a superbly stylish and modern look when you wear them with high-waist jeans or mini skirts, flattering trousers, or denim – the choice is yours.

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English Daisy Crop Top

Wrap yourself in a cluster of crochet daisies with the English Daisy Crop Top Pattern. This piece showcases a stunning blue backdrop adorned with white and yellow daisies, creating a delightful contrast. Its backless design adds a touch of elegance and playful charm. Perfect for sunny days and festive gatherings, this top pairs beautifully with jeans or skirts for a casual yet chic look.

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• 437 – 470 yards (400 – 430 m)

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Strawberry Cropped Top

The Strawberry Cropped Top pattern is a charming crocheting guide for adults. Made from the bottom up, this sleeveless design features a stylish square neck and a buttoned front complete with buttonholes. The pattern provides detailed instructions with a chart, a schematic diagram for easy visualization, and written steps to follow. It includes embroidery details for a unique touch and is seamed for a polished finish. Perfect for those with a love for bespoke fashion!

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Sienna Crop Top

Never get out of fashion with this crochet crop top pattern with straps. Perfect for any summer outing, it can be customized in width and length to suit your style. Made from simple granny squares joined together, this project is ideal for beginners. Available in sizes XS to 5XL, it’s a versatile and stylish choice that you can adapt for a perfect fit. Whether you’re hitting the beach or dressing it up, this pattern ensures you look chic and stay cool.

Abbreviations

• ss/sl st – slip stitch
• ch – chain
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• sp – space
• rep – repeat
• RS – right side
• WS – wrong side
• blo – back loop only
• Yoh – yarn over hook

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Crochet Butterfly Top

The Crochet Butterfly Top Pattern is a charming project that guides you through creating a unique top featuring a beautiful butterfly design. As you follow the instructions, you’ll start with simple stitches, gradually adding more to craft the intricate pattern of a butterfly mid-flight on your top. This pattern requires you to pay attention to detail, like increasing stitches and skipping spaces, to bring the butterfly to life. It’s a fantastic way to make a personalized piece that stands out, perfect for those who love crochet or want to try something new.

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Leila Tie Strap Crop Top

Here is the simplest but sweetest crochet top the Leila Tie Strap Crop Top. It’s a charming summer project ideal for beginners, featuring basic half double crochet stitches and fun, scalloped edges. This pattern includes a helpful video tutorial and is designed for ease, using stretchy foundation stitches for a comfortable fit. With adorable tie straps that add a playful bow detail, you can customize it to have thicker straps if preferred. Perfect for pairing with any outfit, this top adds a touch of feminine flair.

Abbreviations

• Ch = Chain
• Sl st = Slip Stitch
• FHDC = Foundation Half Double Crochet
• HDC = Half Double Crochet
• DC = Double Crochet

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Crochet Medora Crop Top

This easy summer top is quick to make using only basic crochet stitches. The backless design and open shoulder trend work great with a swimsuit and casual wear by adding a bralette underneath. It is constructed in two rectangles which are then sewn together, leaving the sides open. Adjusting your foundation stitch count can make it as long or short as desired. This is a quick and easy one, so you will have lots of time to make it all summer long.

Materials

• any Dk/light/weight 3 – acrylic/wool blend
• Approximately 350(360, 380, 400, 420, 440)m
• 3mm crochet hook
• 2 stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• slst = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• dc = double crochet
• BLO = back loop only
• rep = repeat
• st(s) = stitch(es)

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Crochet Zara Crop Top

This quick and easy crochet Zara crop tee is perfect for spring; with its fitted design, crew neckline, and CUSTOMIZABLE sleeves, you’ll feel confident wearing this from the beach to the street. This top is very comfortable, lightweight, and airy; the beautiful colors and draping fit makes this crochet top a must in your wardrobe. To begin this crochet Zara crop top, you must create a rectangle of your chosen dimension. This is easy to do since it’s just basic stitches, so don’t be afraid to make the width quite long so you can wrap it around yourself and see how long it has to be.

Materials

• 4.5 mm crochet hook
• 5 mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Measuring tape
• Scissors
• Stitch marker.
• Hobbii Mega Ball Aran yarn

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• scblo = single crochet in back loop only
• Rsc = reverse single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• hdcblo = half double crochet in back loop only
• hdc2tog = half double crochet two together
• slst = slip stitch
• slstblo = slip stitch in back loop only
• rep = repeat
• st(s) = stitch(es)

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Sunflower Crop Top

This is a fun crochet sunflower crop top crochet pattern; you’ll love how this one works up. It has been crocheted with cotton yarn, making it perfect for casual wear. It’s a small-sized pattern perfect for newbie crocheters, as well as for the ones who want to make a fashionable sunflower top that gets noticeable immediately. This unique bright and colorful top is giving us major handmade vibes! It features a floral pattern with a white background + blue and yellow flowers. Very lightweight and soft material. Slouchy cropped fit.

Materials

• Drops Loves You 8/8 yarn
• 5.0 mm (G) hook

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Vneck Ribbed Crop Top

Crop top or short dress? We’ll let you decide. Our VNeck Ribbed Crop Top is simple, modern, and easy to wear. It works great under a blazer or on its own when it’s warm outside. This VNeck Ribbed Crop Top is simple, yet you can never have too many simple tops. You can pair it with high-waisted jeans, skirts, or shorts! This is the perfect crop top for any outfit. The stretchy fabric makes it so comfortable you won’t want to take it off!

Materials

• Yarn Art Jeans
• 4.5 mm Hook

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Stella Crop Top

Are you ready for the summer weather? The Stella Crop Top is just the right combination of fun and flirty, with a loose-fit body that ends in a dramatic point. This top is fun to crochet in any color you like – the more colors, the better! The addition of tassels really lets this top shine. This pattern is written in US terms. This cute little top has a flowy fit with lots of room and is comfy to wear. This cropped top will look great on your little one. This super cute, stylish, and trendy tank top is a great way to share a smile!

Materials

• Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn
• H 5.00mm Crochet Hook
• Yarn Needle

Abbreviations

• SS: (Slip Stitch) – Insert hook into stitch. Yarn over. Pull through stitch and loop.
• Ch: (Chain) – Yarn over. Pull through loop.
• Sc: (Single Crochet) – Insert hook into stitch. Yarn over. Draw up loop. Yarn over. Pull through 2 loops.

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Crochet Petrichor Crop Top

The Petrichor Crop Top by Beatrice Perron Dahlen is a breezy and light top that you’re going to love wearing all spring and summer. Add this to your summer wardrobe for a perfect new casual look! Play with colors and make it your own because a bit of colorwork never hurts! This Pima cotton crop top is sewn with concealed seams and finished with contrast buttonhole loops. It can be worn all year long, and you’ll love the cozy feel of its merino-blend yarn. Petrichor is worked flat, in one piece with raglan shaping and waist shaping for a flattering fit.

Materials

• 5.0 mm crochet hook
• 9 x Infinity Hearts Buttons Acrylic Black 19mm
• Needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations

• ch – chain stitch
• sl – slip stitch
• edc – elmore double crochet (raised double crochet)
• 2edctog – two elmore double crochets together
• dc – double crochet
• sm – stitch marker

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Eucalyptus Crop Top

This crop top is perfect for layering. With a delicate lace pattern, ribbing, and a unique twisted strap design, Eucalyptus can be worn on its own or used as the perfect accessory to complete your outfit. The Eucalyptus top presents a ribbed, fitted silhouette that accentuates the upper waist and creates a cropped look for the wearer. A seamless, comfortable top that is perfect for summer! The Eucalyptus Crop Top is a fun and easy knit that does a great project to take on vacation with you. A straight fit paired with ribbed edging at the sleeve, waist, and neck allows this top to be worn both tucked in and out.

Materials

• Brava Sport Weight (Weight 2 | 273yds/100g)
• 4.00mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Measuring tape
• Tapestry needle

Abbreviations

• Ch – chain
• Sp – space
• St(s) – stitch(es)
• Sc – single crochet
• Sc flo – single crochet front loop only
• Dc – double crochet

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Tuesday Crop Top

The Tuesday Crop is a basic crop top that can be lengthened or shortened to your desired length. The loose summery fit allows for plenty of movement, whether dancing or feeling the wind in your hair. It is a very simple top designed to be cropped however you want it to be. Wear it with high-waisted bottoms or over a bathing suit-it’s super versatile! This casual loose-fitting top is the perfect solution for hot summer days! You’ll find yourself throwing it on all year round. Easy to make and even easier to wear, you will feel cool and confident in this simple beginner’s pattern.

Materials

• 400-1300 yards DK/light worsted yarn (testers used Caron Cotton Cakes, LB Comfy Cotton Blend, etc)
• 4.5mm and 5.5mm hooks or size needed to meet gauge
• Scissors/yarn needle
• Blocking supplies (optional)

Abbreviations

• FSC: foundation single crochet (alternatively, you can chain one extra and then SC in second chain and across)
• SC: single crochet
• BLSC: single crochet back-loop only
• DC: double crochet
• HDC: half-double crochet
• V-stitch: *DC, Ch 1, DC* all in same stitch
• SlSt: slip stitch

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Granny Square Crop Top

You will learn how to crochet a tank top that is similar to the “granny square,” which means you will have some vertical and diagonal lines in between the stitches. This pattern is designed for beginners, so if you are new to crochet, this project is perfect for you. I have shown very detailed instructions on how to do each step and pictures for reference. Overall, it takes about 4-5 hours to make this top from start to finish, but you won’t be required to put in all of that time at once since there are breaks.

Materials

• Drops Loves You 8/8 yarn

•  5.0 mm (G) hook

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Shoreline Strip Cropped Top

Made in the USA, this high-quality women’s cropped top is the perfect lightweight garment for summer days spent on the beach. It’s made of cool, breathable fabric and features a subtle striped pattern – wear it over a camisole or a swimsuit to provide extra coverage when needed. The perfect lightweight garment for summer days spent on the beach. Buttons and embroidery detail offset blue and white stripes with green trim. Wear it over a camisole or a swimsuit to provide extra coverage.

Materials

• Knit Picks Chroma Fingering yarn
• 3.0 mm crochet hook

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Crochet Velvet Crop Top

If you’re looking for a lightweight, organic cotton jersey crop top to wear this summer, then look no further. This comfy crop top comes in a cozy, soft fabric with a wide waistband. The strappy back design is fashionable and functional for showing off sun-kissed skin. This versatile top is perfect to wear over a camisole or tank under blazers, jackets, cardigans, and more. This top is made using Katia Velvet Fine, which has a velvet look but is soft, stretchy, and breathable. This top is designed to fit snugly, like a second skin. It’s super soft and perfect for wearing to a festival or with a favorite pair of jeans.

Materials

• Crochet hook 4.5 mm (US 7)
• Stitch markers
•  Tapestry needle
•  Scissors
• Katia Velvet Fine yarn

Abbreviations

• st: stitch
• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
•  sl st: slip stitch
• hdc: half double crochet
• hdc blo: half double crochet worked in the back loop only
• wide half double crochet: half double crochet worked in between the stitches.

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Easy V-Neck Crop Top

This cami-style crochet crop top is airy and versatile. With a flattering deep v-neckline, this top can be dressed up for a night on the town or worn for an everyday look to keep you cool while looking hot this summer. This beginner-friendly v-neck crop top will keep you cool and looking hot in the summer months! All you need to make this top is some basic crochet knowledge and a few skeins of cotton.

Materials

• A Size E-4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook.
• We Crochet/Knit Picks CotLin DK weight yarn in Swan.
• Stitch Marker.
• Yarn/tapestry Needle

Abbreviations

• CH: Chain.
• SC: Single Crochet.
• SS: Slip Stitch.
• HDC: Half Double Crochet.

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Amethyst Short Top

The Amethyst Short Top is made from beginner and intermediate-level crochet stitches. This cute, cozy tunic is great for days in the studio or nights out on the town. The pattern is worked in 2 pieces sewed together and topped off with a lace collar edging. The shape is created by decreases along the bottom edge and both shoulder lines. The back has a cute v-cutout that adds to the style.

Materials

• 3.00 mm crochet hook
• 1 skin of yarn (roughly 110 gr). I would suggest cotton yarn; mine is half acrilyc half cotton
• A needle

Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• hdc: half double crochet
• sc: single crochet
• dc: double crochet
• Sl st: slip stich

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Halter Dragonflies Top

This beautiful halter top is made from cotton yarn and has a pattern of dragonflies – it will be perfect for the summer! The size of this halter top is large, but as it is adjustable, it will fit most sizes. The colors are different shades of blue and there’s an optional flower to attach at the top. The halter top is a fashion staple for the summer. It’s fun, flirty, and functional. If you love crocheting as much as we do, you will adore this free halter pattern.

Materials

• Drops Loves You 8/8 yarn
• 5.0 mm (G) hook

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Crochet New Bloom Crop Top Pattern:

.This fabulous and pretty Crochet New Bloom Crop Top Pattern will surely cheer you up when you wear it. Its simplicity and elegance will win the heart of every crocheter and even of your beloved ones. It is loaded with texture, clarity, style, and a fancy look that will surely stand you out in a vast part gathering. The size of this crop and sleeves is customizable, making it perfect for ladies of all age groups!

Materials

• 4.0 mm (US G) crochet hook (or hook to meet gauge)
• 4 (4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7) skeins of Darn Good Yarn’s Viscose and Cotton Baby Yarn or comparable DK weight yarn (approximately 770, 890, 960, 1065, 1195, 1245, 1330, 1510, 1555 yards)
• Embroidery or darning needle
• Scissors
• 2 ½” buttons

Abbreviations

• ch= chain
• hdc= half double crochet
• blo= back loop only
• p/u= pick up [stitch(es)]
• sc= single crochet
• sk= skip [stitch]
• ss= slip stitch
• dc= double crochet
• ch2sp= chain 2 space
• sm= stitch marker

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Blair Ribbed Hem Crop Top Pattern:

If you want to look stylish and trendy simultaneously, then this beautiful crochet square neck Blair Ribbed Hem Crop Top Pattern will be the right choice for you. It’s an innovative and fabulous crochet staple that will stay with you from spring/summer to fall and winter days by wearing it in various styles and ways. Pair it with a turtleneck top and jeans during colder months while with a denim skirt or shorts for hotter days. It will ideally give you a real fashion lady look and stylize your personality smartly. And you will find this crop top pattern relatively easy to hook up and work with too!

Materials

•  Drops Cotton Merino yarn
• 5.0 mm (H) hook
• Darning Needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations

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Skylar Ribbed Crop Top Pattern:

Just try this beginner-friendly Crochet Skylar Ribbed Crop Top Pattern that is lightweight and perfect for a hot summer day. But wearing it beneath a crochet jacket or sweater will also brighten up your winter wardrobe. It uses only half double crochets and can fit any body size due to the ribbed body and cute braided tie straps.  So, you can crochet it for anyone of your family member without bringing a massive change to this pattern. You can easily alter this pattern to adjust loose or fitting and long to short in length.

Materials

• Drops Merino Extra Fine yarn
• 5mm (US H) Crochet Hook
• Darning Needle
• Scissors
• Safety pins/stitch markers

Abbreviations

• Ch = Chain
• HDC = Half Double Crochet
• BLO = Back Loop
• St = Stitch

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Crochet Crop Top Lace Edge Pattern:

Create this adorable and fancy top with lace edges on the bottom. It will be a superb addition to your crochet summer collection and will provide you with staples that will not only make you ready for hotter days but beautify your look and stylize your personality. You can even go with a repeated second-round to crochet a dress pattern in the same design to have a pretty and fashionable crochet top in your closet! Just use Alize Bella Fingering 100% Cotton yarn, Crochet Hook: 2 mm, and the stitch abbreviation is shown below for complete instructions:

Materials

• Alize Bella Fingering yarn
• 2 mm hook

Abbreviations

• ch-chain
• sl st-slip stitch
• sc-single crochet
• dc-double crochet
• tog3dc-3 dc crochet together
• picot

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Crochet Crop Tank Top Pattern:

This fantastic Crochet Crop Tank Top Pattern will give you a great texture and excellent soft feel due to the use of Suzette Stitch. The used stitch creates densely and zeroes holes that will not allow you to see your skin inside from this top. You can wear it even during colder months beneath a sweater or jacket to gain a cozy and stylish look simultaneously!

Materials

• Sport weight yarn (200g for size S, 300g for M/L/XL, 400g for 2X/3X)
• G/4.0 mm hook
• yarn needle
• scissors

Abbreviations

• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• dc – double crochet
• sc3tog – single crochet 3 together

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Leila Tie Strap Crop Top:

Look fabulous and stylish by wearing this Crochet Leila Tie Strap Crop Top Pattern this summer. The beautiful addition of stitches on the hem and strap makes this crop top more stunning and out-class, giving you a classic touch. A thick and wide strap on the shoulder takes it to the next level,’s beauty and the simple base of this top delicate its charm and add texture to your pattern too!

Materials

• Lana Grossa 365 Cotone yarn
• 4mm (US G) Crochet Hook
• Darning Needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations

• Ch = Chain
• Sl st = Slip Stitch
• FHDC = Foundation Half Double Crochet
• HDC = Half Double Crochet
• DC = Double Crochet

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Summer Halter Pattern:

This is another gorgeous and fabulous crochet staple that you would love to add to your summer wardrobe. Style it with denim or jeans for any casual or formal party. Its lace bottom and lace back adds too much to its beautification and elegance that it does not need to explain the beauty itself. Choose the colors that you want to add to your wardrobe or summer collection to hit the season!

Materials

• Knit Craft by Hobbycraft Cotton Blend Solids yarn
• 4.0 mm (G) crochet hook

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The Bobble Crop Top Pattern:

Whether you want a crochet top to style over a trouser or a cropped blouse that enhances the beauty of your personality, this Crochet The Bobble Crop Top Pattern will be a great choice to choose for yourself. It will also be a fun project to add to your following to-do list and great use of bobble stitch on the neckline and between the base and bottom. Lion Brand Coboo in the silver yarn makes this pattern superb and gorgeous to look like a real fashionista!

Materials

• Light (3) yarn. Pattern uses Lion Brand Coboo in silver. 600(650,710,770,850) Yards Needed
• 4.00mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle

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Fluffy Pattern:

Here is an exciting and exciting pattern of a crochet crop top with a fluffy texture. Its soft and furry touch comes from the Caron Latte Cakes yarn and creates a fabulous design for winter or spring. Pair it with a soft top over dresses or collared shirts for a more stylish and cozier effect. It’s a massive beginner-friendly project suitable for all skill-level crocheters!

Materials

• Caron Latte Cakes yarn
• 6.5mm (US K) Crochet Hook
• Darning Needle
• Scissors
• 4-6 stitch markers

Abbreviations

• Ch = Chain
• Sl st = Slip Stitch
• DC = Double Crochet
• DC2tog = Double Crochet 2 stitches together
• St(s) = Stitch(es)
• Rep = Repeat

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