Beat the heat in style with a Crochet Mesh Top that's perfect for summer! This beginner-friendly project is a great way to add a trendy piece to your wardrobe without needing advanced skills. The airy design keeps you cool during hot days while adding a chic touch to any outfit. Whether heading to the beach, a picnic, or simply enjoying a sunny day out, this mesh top enhances your look with minimal effort. So, get trendy and make this adorable beach wear!
Crochet Mesh Top Perfect For Summer Beginner Friendly
Making The Crochet Mesh Top
Materials:
- 5 colors of yarn (Beige, Yellow, Blue, Purple, White)
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
Step by Step Instructions
Granny Square:
- Start Square:
- Make a slip knot.
- Chain 4 and join with a slip stitch to form a circle.
- Chain 2 (counts as 1 dc), then make 2 dc into the circle.
- Chain 2, then make 3 dc into the circle.
- Chain 2, then make 3 dc into the circle.
- Chain 2, then make 2 dc and join to the top of the chain-2 with a slip stitch.
- Fasten off and change to the next color.
- Row 2:
- Attach the new color with a standing double crochet.
- In a corner space, make 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc.
- Skip to the next corner, 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc.
- Repeat from * to * around.
- Join with a slip stitch in the top of the first standing dc.
- Fasten off and weave in ends.
- Row 3:
- Attach the new color with a standing double crochet.
- In the corner space, make 3 dc, ch 2, and 3 dc.
- In the side spaces, make 3 dc.
- Corner: 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc; Side: 3 dc.
- Repeat from * to *.
- Join with a slip stitch in the top of the first standing dc.
- Fasten off and weave in ends.
- Row 4 and Following Rows:
- Repeat Row 3.
- Add more colors until the square reaches the desired size.
- Continue increasing in the corners and adding 3 dc in each side space.
Mesh Border Around Each Square:
- Mesh Stitch:
- Slip knot and ch 5.
- Slip stitch in the next space, ch 5.
- Continue around each square.
- For corners, ch 5, slip stitch in corner space.
- Fasten off and weave in ends.
Joining Squares:
- Joining Process:
- Join squares using a sc method.
- Align the corners and slip stitch through the corner, then make 2 sc, sc in the third st.
- Continue joining corners to form panels.
Assembling the Top:
- Panels:
- Create front and back panels from the granny squares.
- Single crochet to join sides and shoulders.
- Leave armholes of desired size.
Neckline:
- Creating the Neckline:
- Attach yarn to the neckline and ch 5.
- Skip 4 st, sl st in the next st.
- Continue around the neckline.
- Repeat for 6-7 rows for a mesh design.
Adding Sleeves:
- Sleeve Method:
- Attach yarn at the armhole.
- Work mesh stitch in rounds for the length of the sleeve.
- Alternate colors as desired.
Completing the Bottom Border:
- Finishing off:
- Once the panels and sleeves are joined, add a border around the bottom.
- Use the granny mesh stitch on the bottom for a consistent look.
Final Touches:
- Fasten Off:
- Fasten off all loose ends.
- Block the top lightly for a finished look.
