Serenity Crochet Summer Top: Free Pattern & Video Tutorial

Granny squares are often one of the first projects a new crocheter learns. I wanted to create a project that utilizes this simple staple in the crochet world. Enter the Serenity Crochet Summer Top! By creating a beautiful granny square flower pattern, I crafted an elegant, yet functional crochet tank top that is a delightful addition to your summer wardrobe.

In lieu of bulky, acrylic yarn, I have instead chosen cotton. This is great for summer clothes, and garments in general. It’s natural breathability, allows airflow, so you stay cool while looking hot!

Crafted for Advanced Beginners

Usually, I create patterns for beginners, but something about this design called to me and I had to make it! The pattern assumes you know a variety of techniques, including:

  • Magic Loop
  • Chains
  • Single Crochet
  • Double Crochet
  • Treble Crochet
  • Slip Stitch
  • Yarn over

If you are unfamiliar with any of these, please check out the video tutorial.

Now without further hesitation, lets start the pattern!



Serenity Crochet Tank Top: Pattern Info

Level: Advanced Beginner or Higher. 

Materials

Measurements

  • Each square measures to approximately 8 by 8 inches

Abbreviations

  • Ch: chain
  • Dc: double crochet
  • Hdc: half double crochet
  • ML: magic loop
  • Sc: single crochet
  • Tr: treble crochet
  • Sl st: slip stitch
  • St: stitch(es)
  • YO: yarn over

Serenity Crochet Tank Top: The Pattern

Make 4

Flower: Center

Start with color White.
Row 1: ML, ch3 (count as a first dc), dc 11, join round with a sl st
Cut yarn, fasten off.

Flower: Petals

Attach color Pink in any stitch.

Row 2

Petal #1

Ch 4, (counts as a first tr) *YO 3 times, insert hook into stitch, draw up a loop, YO, pull through 1st two loops on hook, YO, pull through 2nd two loops, YO, pull through 3rd two loops*, rep one more time into the same stitch.  YO, pull through all 3 loops on hook, ch 2.

Petal #2: *YO 3 times, insert hook into stitch, draw up a loop, YO, pull through 1st two loops on hook, YO, pull through 2nd two loops, YO, pull through 3rd two loops*, rep 2 more times into the same stitch. YO, pull through all 3 loops on hook, ch 2.

Repeat the above Remaining Petals instructions (10) more times.

You should have 12 petals.

Join to 1st petal with sl st.

Fasten off, weave in ends.


   Video tutorial for Daisy Crochet Summer Top

Serenity Crochet Summer Top

Granny Stitch Border

Make 4

Attach beige in any stitch.

Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as a dc), 2dc in same st, *3dc in ch2sp, ch 2, 3dc in ch2sp* corner: 3dc in ch2sp, ch2, 3hdc in ch2sp*, rep 2 more times, join with sl st in 3rd ch of the starting ch.

Row 4, 5, 6, 7: Rep Row 3

Fasten off, weave in ends. Sew granny squares together.

Click here for a tutorial on how to sew them together.

Click here for a tutorial on how to do the pink border.


The Serenity Crochet Tank Top: Border

With pink.

Attach yarn in any stitch.

Row 1: Ch 2, hdc around, join with sl st.

Row 2, 3: Rep Row 1

Only on the bottom edge make one more Row

Row 4: Ch 1, sc 3, ch 3, sl st in base of ch3, *sc 3, ch 3, sl st in base of ch 3*, rep until eor. Join with sl st.

Fasten off, weave in ends.



Serenity Crochet Tank Top: The Straps

Make 2

Try on your top and use stitch markers to mark where the straps will go. You may need to adjust the length to fit your body.

Attach pink yarn

  • Row 1: Ch 2, 7 hdc
  • Row 2: Ch 2, turn, 7hdc
  • Row 3 to Row 15 : Rep Row 2

The Perfect Top For Those Serene Summer Days!

Voila! You now have a beautiful, stylish crochet top that is perfect for all those warm summer days. The Serenity Crochet Summer top would look great in many different colorways. Unleash your creativity and share your creations with me!

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Looking for the perfect accessory to pair with your Serenity Crochet Summer Top? Check out my Pink Crochet Bucket Hat!

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