Crochet Granny Square Top With Rainbow Gradient Pattern

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This colorful crochet top combines simplicity and charm, making it a versatile addition to any wardrobe. This delightful crochet pattern is built around the classic granny square design, which uses double crochets and chains to form a vibrant, textured fabric. Perfect for warm weather, this top's airy pattern promotes breathability, while the customization options, such as sleeve adjustments or transforming it into a longer tunic or dress, cater to individual tastes and sizes.

Crochet Granny Square Top

A key feature of this design is its adaptability; from shoulder-free necklines to detailed edging, the pattern accommodates creative freedom. The base collar is made using single crochets worked in rows and later transformed into a circular shape, ensuring a polished and snug fit. Lightweight yarns like a blend of soybean fiber and organic cotton provide softness, durability, and sustainability, ideal for everyday use.

The Granny Square Top is not only a fashionable choice but also a practical one, as it allows personalized sizing and is suitable for layering. Whether paired with casual jeans or dressed up for a summer outing, it offers comfort and a handmade aesthetic that stands apart from mass-produced clothing. Its straightforward stitching process makes it approachable for beginners, while the customizable details keep seasoned crochet enthusiasts engaged.

How To Crochet Granny Square Top

Materials Required:

1. Yarn: Sunrise yarn (150 grams, 415 meters, 50% biocotton, 50% soybean fiber).
   • Suggested hook size: 3.5 mm to 4.5 mm.
2. Crochet Hook: 3.5 mm (or adjust depending on your preferred yarn).
3. Stitch markers (optional).

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Collar (Ribbed Section):

1. Start with 5 chains for the collar. (Optional: Use more chains such as 7 for a wider collar, if desired).
2. Begin in the second chain from the hook, and work 5 single crochets (SC), one in each stitch.
3. At the end of each row, chain 1 and turn your work.
4. Work in the back loop only of each stitch to create a ribbed texture:
   • Insert the hook into the back loop of the stitch, yarn over, pull through, and complete the single crochet.
5. Repeat this process for as many rows as needed to reach your desired length. (In the video, 84 rows were made to produce a length of 58 cm).
6. Connect both ends of the ribbed collar using slip stitches, ensuring the collar is not twisted.

2. Transition to Body:

1. Once the collar is connected into a round, add single crochet stitches along the ribbed edge:
   • Make 1 single crochet per "thick rib row" and 1 single crochet per "thin rib row".
2. At the end of the round, join with a slip stitch into the starting stitch. Place a stitch marker at the beginning of the round.

3. Dividing for Pattern Sets:

1. Use your stitch count from the single crochet round to divide into your pattern sets:
   • Pattern set = 3 stitches (each set includes a cluster of 3 double crochets in the same stitch).
   • The video used 84 stitches total, which divides into 28 pattern sets.
   • Allocate the sets as follows:
     • Front section: 9 sets.
     • Back section: 9 sets.
     • Each sleeve: 3 sets + 4 edge sets for shaping.

4. Starting the Granny Square Pattern:

For each round:

1. Begin with chain 3 (counts as a double crochet).
2. Create a cluster of 3 double crochets in the same stitch.
3. Work chain 1 between pattern clusters.
4. Skip 2 stitches, and in the third stitch, make another cluster of 3 double crochets.
5. For the corners (edges for shaping the sleeves and neckline):
   • Work 3 double crochets, chain 2, and 3 double crochets in the same stitch to create an increase (corner).
6. Repeat the pattern (clusters + increases) around.

At the end of each round:

1. Join with a slip stitch into the starting chain (3rd chain from the initial chain-3).

5. Increasing and Growing the Body:

1. Continue working the granny square pattern in rounds, always creating the increases at corners.
   • For each round, the number of pattern sets between each corner will grow (e.g., 3 sets → 4 sets → 5 sets, etc.).
2. Repeat this until you reach the armpit length. (In the video, this was achieved after 12 rounds).

6. Creating Armholes:

1. To start the armholes, stop making increases at the corners:
   • Chain 3 after the last cluster at each corner for the armhole.
2. Continue the granny square pattern with normal clusters, skipping over the armhole sections.
3. At the next round, work clusters into the 2nd chain of the armhole to secure the shape.

7. Continuing the Body:

1. Work the granny square pattern in rounds until the shirt reaches the desired length.
2. At the bottom edge, you can add extra customization:
   • Finish with a simple round of single crochets or create a ribbed edge (similar to the collar).

Optional Customizations:

1. Sleeve Edging: Add a round of single crochets or ribbing around the armholes if desired.
2. Length Variations: Adjust the shirt length by adding or reducing rounds.

Measurements Used  

• Collar width: 58 cm (84 rows of single crochet ribbing).
• Shirt width: Approximately 46 cm.
• Shirt length: Approximately 40 cm.

Final Notes:

1. You can adjust the shirt size by increasing the stitch count in the collar and modifying the number of rows/pattern sets for the front, back, and sleeves.
2. The granny square pattern is forgiving—feel free to try it on as you stitch to perfect the fit.

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