Top With Ruffles Pattern

Are you ready to add a touch of whimsy and charm to your wardrobe? Look no further than the delightful world of crochet ruffles! These playful and feminine embellishments can transform any garment into a statement piece, adding texture, movement, and a hint of romance. Today, we’ll explore how to crochet a stunning top with ruffles that will elevate your style to new heights.

Before diving into the intricate details of your crochet project, it’s essential to select the perfect yarn and hook size. Opt for a lightweight yarn in a material that drapes beautifully, such as cotton or bamboo, to ensure that your ruffles flow effortlessly. As for hook size, experiment with different options to achieve the desired tension and drape for your garment.

Begin by crocheting the base of your top, whether it’s a simple tank top or a more elaborate design. Work in your chosen stitch pattern until you reach the desired length, keeping in mind that the ruffles will add additional length and volume to the finished piece.

Top With Ruffles Pattern

Stitch glossary and abbreviations:
stitch:st
makeup: mk
skip: sk
chain: ch
slip st: sl st
single crochet: sc
double crochet: dc
back post dc: BPdc
picot: ch 3, 1 sl st
Increase: inc
decrease: dec
round: rnd
end of row/rnd: eor.
Follow charts according to pattern description.
Gauge: 22 S x 9 R = 4”/10 cm over Pattern
A – chart 1 using hook G-6/4 mm.

Front
Crochet back and forth.
Start at bottom.
Ch 96.
R1 – 15: follow chart 1 and rep sts.
R16 – 30: start waistline shaping: do not make chains between dc sts of sides every 2 rows.
R31 – 37: start making the chains again between dc sts of sides.
R38 – 46: follow chart 2.
Fasten off.

Ruffles
Use tapestry needle and a strand of a contrasting color to make some stitches (See blue lines on the measurement chart) to determine where the ruffles will be.
Join white color.
R1 – 9: follow chart 3 and rep sts (16 motifs). Note: only R1 will be attached to the garment.

Back
Crochet back and forth.
Start at bottom.
Ch 96.
R1 – 15: follow Pattern A – chart 1 and rep sts
(7 and 1/2 motifs)
R16 – 30: start waistline shaping: do not make chains between dc sts of sides every 2 rows.
R31 – 37: start making the chains again between dc sts of sides.
R38 – 46: follow chart 4.
Fasten off.

Sleeves (make 2)
Crochet back and forth.
Start at cuff.
Ch 31.
R1 – 7: follow Pattern A – chart 1 and rep sts.
R8 – 20: start increasing 1 st on each side in every row (13x) = 4 1/2 motifs.
R21 – 35: follow pattern.
R36 – 44: follow chart 5.
Fasten off.

Assembly and finishing
Use tapestry needle and Charme to join sides (17”), close sleeves (16.5”) and sew them onto armholes (6.75”)

Shoulder band (make 2):
Join yarn into sleeve edge (3.5”).
R1 – 9: follow chart 6. Switch to tapestry needle and sew this band onto front and back forming shoulders.

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Access The Pattern

Crochet edges
Use Charme and crochet hook G-6/4 mm. Work around hemline. Crochet in the round. R1 & 2: Follow Crochet edge A – chart 7 and rep sts (36 motifs) Back opening: make 1 row in sc, 25 sts on each side.
Neckline: join yarn into right back edge.
R1 & 2: Follow Crochet edge B – chart 8 and rep sts (40 motifs).
Cuffs: join yarn into cuff.
R1 & 2: Follow Crochet edge B – chart 8 and rep sts (6 motifs).
Make 2 chain cords of 12” each onto back and ties them. Optional: add a rhinestone pendant onto tips.

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