Make a cozy and stylish men's top, handcrafted with love from lots of little colorful squares, all crocheted together. This top, known as the Crochet Granny Square Men's Top, is a unique piece that combines tradition with modern fashion. Each square tells a story, creating a vibrant mosaic of colors that's both eye-catching and heartwarming.
Crochet Granny Square Men’s Top
It's not just a piece of clothing; it's a wearable piece of art that adds a pop of color and a touch of handmade charm to any outfit. Perfect for those chilly days or cool summer evenings, it brings comfort and style together in the most delightful way.
Materials Needed
- Acrylic yarn - 80g balls (8 balls in coffee and mustard colors)
- 4.00 mm crochet hook
- Tape measure
- Scissors
- Stitch markers
Foundation Chain
Start with a Slip Knot: Create a slip knot to begin your foundation chain.
- Chain to Length: Make a chain that measures 26 inches long. This will be the length of the top. Use your tape measure to verify the length.
- Proceed to Double Crochet: Skip two chains from the hook, then make a double crochet in the third chain. This counts as your first two double crochets (the chain 3 counts as a double crochet).
- Establish the Pattern: Continue by skipping two and double crocheting 2 stitches in every third chain.
Building the Panels
Back Panel: For the back panel, work until your piece measures 21 inches wide, maintaining the double crochet pattern.
- Front Panels: The front is worked in two parts, each measuring 10.5 inches wide, again adhering to the initial pattern.
Joining Panels and Sleeves
Joining Panels: Use the slip stitch method to join the front and back panels at the shoulders and sides. Chain two then prepare for a single crochet; insert into the loose stitch to join with a single crochet, chain two, and then single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat this to join both panels together.
- Sleeve Construction: Measure 10 inches from the shoulder for the sleeve opening, marking with stitch markers. Begin at the lower edge of the sleeve and work in double crochet, similarly to the body, until you reach the marked point. For larger or smaller sleeves, adjust the initial measurement accordingly.
Finishing Touches
Seal the Bottom: Single crochet around the bottom of the top to seal and provide a finished look. This helps ensure the fit is snug and not overly loose.
- Collar Work: Measure 6.5 inches on either side of the front for the collar. Start with a chain three (counts as a double crochet), then in the same space, work two double crochets, chain one, and add two more double crochets. This creates an increase row. Alternate between increase rows and normal double crochet rows to build the collar to the desired length.
Additional Tips
Feel free to adjust the length and width according to the desired size. The pattern is versatile and can be adapted to various body types.
- Always measure your work as you proceed to ensure accuracy in size.
- For joining panels and working sleeves, refer to additional tutorials if necessary, especially if the video steps were unclear due to the lost footage.
Conclusion
