Perfect Summer Top – FREE Crochet Pattern

Crocheted in breathable worsted cotton with decorative openwork panels down the sides and enough coverage at the front to wear out and about, this piece  is the perfect summer top.

It is a quick and easy to make, so you can make several to match your wardrobe!

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Perfect summer top closeup shown in pink
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The perfect summer top was designed by Anna Erlandsson of Hookedbyanna.com and comes is 5 sizes from Extra Small to Extra Large. It is crocheted seamlessly, top down, and the pattern includes photo tutorials to help even a relative beginner succeed.

Perfect summer top in Blue
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Photo shows the back of the perfect summer top

The top is crocheted in worsted weight (Size 4) cotton. Nana recommends Paintbox Cotton Aran as the perfect yarn to make the summer top. For a massive range of rainbow colors- 52 to be exact, the Paintbox Cotton Aran yarn will not disappoint. Ideal for crocheting clothes for the kids, for grown-ups as well as home textiles, this bold, machine-washable worsted weight yarn has as many uses as your imagination can stretch to. The skeins include 93yds (85m) of yarn.

Paintbox yarn color chart

To make the perfect summer top, you will need the following supplies:

  • 350 – 550 m, or 385-600 yards of worsted cotton yarn. Check the pattern for the amount needed for your size. If using Paintbox Cotton Aran you will need 4 balls for XS, 5 balls for size S and M, 6 balls for size L and 7 for XL.
  • 5 mm crochet hook, or hook needed to meet gauge
  • Yarn needle

What colors will you make? I would love to see photos of your creations. Tag them on Instagram with #whatsnanamaking @whatsnanamaking2019. I would also love to hear from you. Leave a comment below and don’t forget to share!!

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4 thoughts on “Perfect Summer Top – FREE Crochet Pattern

    1. Buenos dias, the pattern is written in 5 sizes. The XL instructions are the last in the parenthesis. The pattern starts with ch 102 (108, 114, 120, 126), so you will begin with 126 chain stitches. Espero haberte ayudado. Me gustaría ver tu blusa terminada. Gracias!

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