Step into summer with the Floral Dream Top, an exquisite crochet creation that embodies elegance and artistry. Designed for those who appreciate fine craftsmanship, this top features a delightful blend of vibrant colors and intricate patterns.
Design & Details
Colors
The Floral Dream Top uses a harmonious palette of recycled cotton yarns from Drops Loves You 9. The primary shades include a crisp white (color 101), a charming pink (color 109), a refreshing agate green (color 119), and a bold mustard (color 107).
Pattern
The top showcases an enchanting floral motif that runs throughout the design, crafted using intarsia crochet technique. Each color block is meticulously managed to ensure a seamless and polished finish.
Fit & Sizing
Available in sizes XS to 2XL, the top is designed to provide a comfortable yet flattering fit for a variety of body types. You have the flexibility to customize your top with or without the narrow waistband that accentuates your waistline for a more defined silhouette. The relaxed bust and armhole measurements ensure ease of movement and breathability.
Materials
This eco-friendly top is made from recycled cotton, making it as sustainable as it is stylish. The yarn is soft against the skin, ensuring comfort even on the warmest days.
Technical Specs
Yarn Requirements
| Yarn used (grams) | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
| A | 100 | 109 | 132 | 150 | 167 | 181 |
| B | 103 | 112 | 134 | 153 | 170 | 184 |
| C | 85 | 112 | 108 | 123 | 139 | 150 |
| D | 17 | 17 | 20 | 23 | 27 | 28 |
| Total g | 305 | 350 | 394 | 450 | 502 | 543 |
| Yarn used (meters) | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
| A | 249 | 272 | 329 | 374 | 418 | 452 |
| B | 257 | 280 | 334 | 384 | 424 | 461 |
| C | 212 | 280 | 271 | 308 | 347 | 375 |
| D | 43 | 43 | 51 | 58 | 67 | 70 |
| Total m | 761 | 875 | 985 | 1124 | 1255 | 1358 |
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Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape, Stitch MarkersGauge: 17 double crochet stitches x 8 rows = 10 x 10 cm
3 and 4 mm hook
Gauge
17 dc sts x 8 rows = 10 x 10 cm
Finished Measurements (in cm)
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | |
| Panel Width | 65 | 70 | 75 | 81 | 85 | 90 |
| Back Waist Length | 39 | 39 | 44 | 46 | 49 | 50 |
| Bust | 130 | 140 | 151 | 161 | 171 | 182 |
| Armhole Depth | 24 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 27 |
| Waist (no ribbing) | 130 | 140 | 151 | 161 | 171 | 182 |
| Waist (ribbing) | 87 | 94 | 100 | 108 | 114 | 120 |
Stitch Key (US terminology)
- ch = chain
- fdc = foundation double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- RS = right side
- sc = single crochet
- sc10tog = single crochet 10 stitches together
- sk = skip
- slst = slip stitch
- slst blo = slip stitch back loop only
- st = stitch
- sts = stitches
- WS = wrong side
Specialty Stitch & Technique Key
None.
Notes
- This pattern uses intarsia crochet. Intarsia crochet involves using separate yarn bobbins or small balls for each color block, ensuring that yarn is not carried across the back of the work. Follow the color chart carefully and manage yarn changes neatly to maintain a clean finish.
- Work with a 4 mm hook unless it says otherwise.
- At the end of each row ch 2 and turn.
- Ch 2 doesn’t count as a stitch.
- Row 1 is foundation double crochet.
- You will be working with dc: when instructions say “(B) x 7” it means 1 dc in the next 7 sts with yarn B.
- Each size has a link to the “Progress Tracker” for easy to follow instructions.
Why You’ll Love It
The Floral Dream Top is perfect for intermediate crocheters looking to challenge themselves with a project that combines beauty and skill. The use of intarsia crochet ensures that each top is a unique piece of wearable art. With the option to add a narrow waistband or leave it out, you can tailor the design to match your personal style. Pair it with your favorite jeans, skirts, or shorts for a look that’s effortlessly chic.
Get your Floral Dream Top pattern today on Ravelry, Etsy, or Lovecrafts, and start crafting a top that’s as stunning as a summer garden in full bloom.
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