The easiest crochet summer tops to make are the ones built from simple rectangles or granny squares in a lightweight cotton or cotton-blend yarn. They need almost no shaping, they work up faster than you’d expect, and instead of clinging, they skim which is exactly what most of us are […]
Tops, Ponchos, Shrugs
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I have to be honest with you, when I finished this shrug I put it on and I didn’t want to take it off. It’s that kind of piece. Light enough for summer, pretty enough to feel special, and open enough that the breeze actually comes through. That’s exactly why […]
You know those mornings when you want to look put-together but you really just want to be comfortable? That is exactly why I made this poncho. I put it on over a plain black top and my husband said, “Oh, you look nice today.” That is all I needed to […]
✦ Quick answer To crochet a V-stitch winter skirt in chunky yarn: measure your hip circumference, chain to that measurement, work 2–3 rows of half double crochet for the waistband, then switch to V-stitch rounds until your desired length. Add an elastic waistband and a sheer lining underneath for coverage. […]
The Valencia Top is a free crochet summer top pattern worked in a simple fan stitch , two rectangles, a two-row repeat, and no complicated shaping. Wear it as a beach cover-up, a lightweight vest, or layer it over a long sleeve as a winter top. If you know how […]
Hello, my friend! Have you ever looked at a gorgeous cake of variegated yarn and thought, “I want to wear those colors, but I don’t want a complicated pattern to hide them”? That is exactly where I found myself this week! I had some stunning YarnSmith Lagoon DK in my […]
If you’ve been looking for a crochet ruana pattern that feels soft, light, and easy to sink into after a long day, this one is such a joy to make. I wanted something that drapes beautifully without being heavy, and the mix of simple ribbing with those soft little clusters […]
Crochet top pattern lovers will adore the Fiona Top, an easy design made from just two simple rectangles. This versatile pattern is beginner-friendly, customizable, and works beautifully in any yarn weight, making it perfect for all seasons. Whether you want a breezy summer top in cotton or a cozy layering […]
Granny square crochet summer tops are one of my favorite warm-weather projects, and this one is as easy as it gets. If you’ve got a weekend and two granny squares, you can totally make this top. It’s light, breezy, open on the sides, and perfect for layering over a tank […]
The V Stitch Crochet Cardigan is a quick and easy pattern to follow, uses one stitch all across, and makes the perfect project for a weekend! Worked in panels, this crochet cardigan uses only basic stitches like the chain, double, single, and slip stitches. Step-by-step I’ll walk you through every […]