The Muse Top is a breezy, modern crochet top featuring a bold off-the-shoulder silhouette and soft ruffled drape. Designed with a square neckline anchored by thick straps, it highlights the shoulders while keeping the fit relaxed and wearable. The sleeves fall lightly off the arms with a subtle bell shape, adding movement and texture.

This top actually started as a dress—but I ran out of yarn halfway through, so it became a top instead. Honestly? Best happy accident ever. It’s cuter, comfier, and way more wearable. I love how the shoulder cut shows just enough for a feminine vibe, and because you make the straps to fit you, it actually stays up—no more awkwardly tugging at it like with off-shoulder styles.

Worked top-down in simple stitches, the pattern lets you customize the body length, sleeve length, and fit of the neckline and shoulders. Its airy, slightly oversized fit makes it perfect for layering or summer styling.

Where to Purchase

• Ravelry
• Etsy

Watch the Tutorial

Pattern Details

Difficulty

Easy.

Materials

yarn

DROPS LOVES YOU 7, 8/4 classic cotton, Yarn group A (sport weight), color 16 (red); 

250g / 850m (300g / 1020m, 350g / 1190m, 400g / 1360m, 450g / 1530m,  500g / 1700m)

other

• 4  mm hook
• Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape, Stitch Markers

Gauge

16 sts x 13 rows = 10 x 10 cm (in wide half double crochet worked in spiral rounds)

Finished Measurements (in cm)

XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL

Bust (circumference): 130, 140, 150, 160, 170, 180

Length: 31, 31, 34, 34, 37, 37

Shoulders (circumference): 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150

Upper Arm: 28, 30, 31, 35, 35, 39

The length measurement does not include the straps, because those are made to fit your needs; it measures only from just above the bust downward.

Size chart (in cm)

This size chart shows the recommended body measurements for each size to help you choose the best fit. Compare your own measurements to the chart to select your size before starting the pattern. Keep in mind the finished garment measurements include ease for a comfortable fit.

Specialty Stitch & Technique Key

Wide Half Double Crochet

YO, insert hook in space between the next two stitches of the previous row and pull up a loop. (3 loops on hook). YO and complete the stitch as a regular half double crochet stitch.

Stitch Key (US terminology)

• ch = chain
• RS = right side
• slst = slip stitch
• sk = skip
• st = stitch
• sts = stitches
• yo = yarn over
• whdc = wide half double crochet

Notes

• This pattern includes a full video tutorial designed to clarify any techniques or steps that are better demonstrated visually than explained in writing.
• This top is worked top-down. You will begin the shoulders by joining and working in spiral rounds. After adding the ruffle, you’ll separate the body and sleeves, then continue crocheting the body (also in spiral rounds). Once the body is finished, you’ll make the straps and complete the sleeves.
• The pattern includes instructions for adjusting the length and customizing the fit to suit your style.
• To choose your size, measure your shoulder circumference — the top should be about 10 cm larger than this measurement. Then measure your upper arm circumference — the sleeve should match or preferably be a few cm larger than your arm measurement.

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