Captivate your wardrobe with the Crochet Lilith Top Pattern, perfect for upgrading your style with a unique and chic handmade piece!
Crochet Lilith Top Pattern
The pattern presents an exquisite opportunity to infuse your wardrobe with a touch of handmade sophistication. This stunning top features delicate open shell stitches paired with intricate patterns that blend to form an irresistible visual appeal. Its aesthetic is simultaneously elegant and unique, capturing the essence of timeless beauty while offering a contemporary flair.
The design is tailored to accentuate the natural contours of the body, enhancing your silhouette with grace and charm. The versatility of this top makes it suitable for any occasion, be it a casual day out or a special event. The intricate detailing highlights the artisanal quality of the piece, ensuring you stand out with an exclusive look that speaks volumes about your unique sense of style.
Tip:
Use a lightweight yarn to enhance the airy feel and drape of the top.
How To Crochet Lilith Top With Ease
Materials Needed:
- Yarn
- Crochet hook
- Five stitch markers (three in one color, two in another)
- Tape measure
Measurements:
- Underbust measurement
- Widest bust measurement
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Create a Double Crochet Foundation Chain
- Make a slip knot and chain three.
- Yarn over and insert the hook into the first chain, create a loop, and pull through one. Then, pull through two twice to complete the double crochet.
- Repeat to extend the foundation chain.
Note: Ensure your foundation row length is the underbust measurement and is a multiple of eight.
Step 2: Join Foundation Chain
- Slip stitch into the first double crochet to form a circle.
Step 3: Single Crochet Round
- Chain one and single crochet in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch.
Step 4: Double Crochet and Chain Spaces
- Chain one and create a stacked double crochet.
- Continue with a pattern of double crochet, chain one, and skip stitches around.
Step 5: Full Double Crochet Row
- Chain one, stacked double crochet, then double crochet in every chain space and double crochet from the previous row. Join with a slip stitch.
Step 6: Chain Loops Round
- Chain one, then leave a single crochet.
- Chain five, skip three stitches, and then single crochet. Repeat.
Step 7: Open Shell Stitches Round
- Chain one, slip stitch in first two chains, leave a single crochet.
- Create a shell pattern: Double crochet three times, chain two, double crochet three more times in the next chain five space.
Step 8: Repeat Rounds
- Repeat double crochet and chain space rows, then open shell stitches as described in the previous steps.
- Continue these patterns until reaching 10 rows.
Step 9: Ribbing for Torso
- Attach yarn at one end.
- Chain up the measurement from underbust to desired top (22 in this case).
- Single crochet in each chain.
Step 10: Determine Points for Ribbing
- Mark center, side, and in-between points on the top with stitch markers.
- Determine how many chains are required from underbust to top and determine increase rows.
Step 11: Begin Ribbing
- Attach yarn to start ribbing; single crochet into every stitch along the top.
Step 12: Start Ribbing Rows
- Start from the center of the back and move outwards.
Step 13: Increase Rows for Bust
- Increase stitches by adding half double crochets.
- Maintain ribbing by crocheting in back loops only.
Step 14: Decrease Row
- Reduce stitches to form the downwards shape until reaching sides.
Step 15: Repeat Bust Panel on the Other Side
- Repeat same steps used to form the bust panel but on the opposite side.
- Continue single crochet ribbing.
Step 16: Join Panels
- Slip stitch the panels together ensuring the work is flat.
- Fasten off the yarn.
Step 17: Add Straps
- Create straps on both the front and back.
- Chain 70 for the back pieces and 60 for the front.
Step 18: Optional Cinch
- Insert a separate chain of 100 into the front center for a cinched look.
- Tie knots and weave the ends.
Conclusion
You have completed the "Lilith Top". Ensure all loose threads are woven in. Adjust the shoulder straps as needed for an even fit.