Crochet Top Pattern Free – Europa Top

Crochet Top Pattern Free – Europa Top

A Free Crochet Top Pattern Inspired by the Stars

If you’re looking for a stylish and lightweight free crochet top pattern, the Europa Top is a perfect choice for your summer project list. This crochet summer top pattern features soft drape, flowing stitches, and a unique side-to-side construction that makes it both interesting to crochet and flattering to wear. Whether you’re heading to the beach, lounging in the garden, or dressing it up for a night out, the Europa Top is a versatile handmade piece you’ll reach for again and again.

This top was designed using a beautifully drapey sport weight yarn and includes a range of inclusive sizes, making it easy to customize for the perfect fit. If you love airy garments, fun stitch patterns, and garment projects that don’t require too much shaping or seaming, this free crochet blouse pattern might just become a favorite.

The Inspiration Behind the Design

This design began as a tiny spark of inspiration. I was browsing through Expression Fiber Arts’ beautiful yarn collection (as one does) when I came across a colourway called Drops of Jupiter. Of course, my first thought was the song by Train and the music of my youth. But it also reminded me of a school project I did years ago on the planet itself, and how enchanted I became with the gas giant.

I was fascinated by her size, her colours, and the way she looked solid but was actually made up of swirling gases. As if she were a ghost. I became mesmerized by her centuries-old storms and her many moons. So I decided to take that inspiration and run with it.

I chose a stitch pattern that flows like waves, mimicking Jupiter’s chaotic, swirling cloud bands. I named the design after her fourth-largest moon, Europa, which some scientists believe may hold the key elements needed to support life. Imagine what it would be like to live in the shadow of that great planet…

Crochet Top Pattern Free – Europa Top

About the Pattern

The Europa Top is worked in one piece, from the right sleeve across the body and out to the left sleeve. The stitch pattern is rhythmic and meditative, with just enough detail to keep things interesting. The top is designed with ease and comfort in mind, and the finished result has a beautiful drape that makes it easy to style with a variety of outfits.

This free crochet summer top pattern includes sizes from XXS to 5XL and can be easily customized in length depending on your personal style. I’ve included detailed instructions, progress photos, and helpful tips along the way to ensure a smooth and enjoyable project.

The Crochet Top Pattern Free – Europa Top is copyrighted by I Need It Crochet. You may not copy, share, change, or sell the pattern itself. Also, you may not claim this pattern as your own. All pictures contained in this pattern fall under the copyright and may not be used. 

Finished items made from the Crochet Top Pattern Free – Europa Top belong to you, and you may do what you wish with them. If you choose to sell them on Etsy, I would very much appreciate it if you credited me as the pattern designer.

Materials You’ll Need

• 1800–2200 yds of sport weight yarn
• 4mm crochet hook
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle, scissors, measuring tape
• Pattern is written in US terms

The sample shown uses Expression Fiber Arts Luster Sport, a gorgeous blend of superwash merino and lyocell. The yarn’s sheen and drape work beautifully with this design, but any #2 sport weight yarn will do the trick.

Where Can I Buy The Pdf?

The entire pattern is available to view for free on this page (you just have to scroll down to see it). But if you would prefer to have a printable pdf copy of the pattern, you can purchase it for a small fee from my Ravelry and Etsy stores. Just click the graphics below.

This pattern is 18 pages long and contains 16 pictures and detailed instructions of how to complete your crochet summer top. A printable pdf will be easier to follow, and you can make notes on it as you go. I find it to be the easier option. But if you like to use the online version, it is here 24/7 for you to view. Enjoy!

Crochet Top Pattern Free – Europa Top

Crochet Top Pattern Free – Europa Top

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More Crochet Summer Patterns You’ll Love

• Sweet Iris Top – a breezy design with floral-inspired lace
• Thalassa Top – a classic top-down summer tee
• Summer Beauty Tunic – light, flowy, and full of texture

Notes:

Ch1 at the beginning of a row/round is never considered a stitch. 

Each ch between stitches is considered a stitch. 

Ch3 at the beginning of a row/round is considered a dc.

Ch4 at the beginning of a row/round is considered a tr.

The model above (that’s me) has a 40” bust and is wearing a size L/XL. 

Choose your size according to your bust measurement. For a look like mine, choose the size closest to your measurement. For a cozy, oversized look, choose the next size up. 

Crochet Top Pattern Free – Europa Top

Gauge Swatch Pattern

The instructions below will create a gauge swatch that is 6 ⅞” wide by 6 ¾” high after blocking. In this pattern, the height and width of your gauge swatch are both important, since the height of your stitches will determine the length of your sleeves as well as the width of your top, and the width of your stitches will determine the width of your sleeves as well as the length of your top. 

With 4mm hook

1. Ch 36. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 2 chs. *Hdc in next 2 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Tr in next 3 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs. Sc in next 3 chs.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 35 st
2. Ch1. Sc in 1st st and each st across. Turn.   – 35 st
3. Repeat row 2. 
4. Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, tr in next st. *Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st.] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 35 st
5. Repeat row 4. 
6. Ch1. Sc in 1st st and each st across. Turn.   – 35 st
7. Repeat row 6. 
8. Ch 1. Sc in 1st 3 sts. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 35 st
9. Repeat row 8. 

Repeat rows 2-9 until you have a total of 24 rows. Your blocked swatch should measure 6 ⅞” wide by 6 ¾” high. 

Instructions

This top is created by working sideways. We will begin with the right sleeve. Next, we’ll work across the body from the right shoulder to the left shoulder. Then, we’ll work the left sleeve. Finally, we will finish the edges with rows of single crochet and slip stitches. 

With 4mm hook (or hook used to obtain gauge)

Right Sleeve

Before we begin, you will need to choose which sleeve size you want. To determine your sleeve size, you should know the circumference of your upper arm. To measure your upper arm, use a soft tape measure around the fullest part of your arm. 

Once you know your arm measurement, choose from the sleeve sizes listed below. You may choose whichever sleeve size you want, regardless of body size. 

Instructions are given for the following sleeve circumferences: 9 ½” (12 ½”, 15 ¾”, 18 ¾”, 22”,  25”)

Remember for this section that you are following instructions based on your sleeve size. Not your body size. 

1. (RS) Ch 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128). Ss to 1st ch to form a ring. Ch1. Working in back hump of ch: Sc in 1st 3 ch. Hdc in next 2 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Tr in next 3 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs. *Sc in next 3 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Tr in next 3 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs.** Repeat from * to ** around. Ss to join to 1st st. Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st
2. (WS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. *Sc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts.** Repeat from * to ** until 2 sts left. Sc in last 2 sts. Ss to join to 1st st. Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st
3. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st and each st around. Ss to join to 1st st. Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st
4. (WS) Repeat round 3. 
5. (RS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, tr in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st.] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st.] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st.** Repeat from * to ** until 1 left. Ch1, ss to join to 1st st (4th ch of 1st ch5). Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st 
6. (WS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st.] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st.] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st.** Repeat from * to ** until 3 sts left. Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, ss to join to 1st st (4th ch of 1st ch5). Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st 
7. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st and each st around. Ss to join to 1st st. Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st
8. (WS) Repeat row 7. 
9. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. *Sc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts.** Repeat from * to ** around. Ss to join to 1st st. Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st

Measurement Check: Your sleeve should now be 2 ½” long with a total circumference of 9 ½” (12 ½”, 15 ¾”, 18 ¾”, 22”,  25”). 

Repeat rows 2-9 until you have achieved the desired length for your sleeve (measuring from the underarm), ending on a repeat of row 9. Each repeat of 8 rows equals 2 ¼”. Keep in mind that the sleeves may stretch a little depending on your yarn. If you are using natural fibers, I suggest blocking the sleeve before moving on to determine if the length is what you desire. 

At the end of your last repeat of round 9, sl st into the next st. You should now be in the center sc of the closest group of 3 sc. Do not bind off. 

Crochet Top Pattern Free – Europa Top

Right Shoulder

In this section we will add length to the bottom of the top, as well as adding width to the body, working over the right shoulder. When you are finished with this section your project will look similar to Figures 1 & 2 below.

Figure 1

Figure 2

First, we will work a long chain to add length to the bottom of the blouse. Then, we will begin working in rows to form the shoulder. 

Start by chaining 83. This chain will add 16 inches to the bottom of your blouse. The total length of your top will differ depending on what sleeve size you are making. 

• Tops with size 9 ½” sleeves will be 20 ¾” long. 
• Tops with 12 ½” sleeves will be 22 ¼” long. 
• Tops with 15 ¾” sleeves will be 23 ⅞” long. 
• Tops with 18 ¾” sleeves will be 25 ¼” long. 
• Tops with 22” sleeves will be 27” long. 
• Tops with 25” sleeves will be 28 ½” long. 

If you would like to adjust the length of your top, simply add or subtract any multiple of 16 chains. Each multiple of 16 chains will change your final length by approximately 3” and your stitch count by 32 stitches. 

The stitch counts for this section are based on a starting chain of 83 and sleeve sizes of 9 ½” (12 ½”, 15 ¾”, 18 ¾”, 22”,  25”).

1. (WS) Ch 83 (or your adjusted number of starting ch). 

• Working in back hump of ch: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 2 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Tr in next 3 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs. 
• [Sc in next 3 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Tr in next 3 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs.] Repeat from [ to ] until 2 chs left. Sc in last 2 chs. 
• Sk 1st st on sleeve body and sc in next unworked st (make sure the WS of your work is facing you). 
• Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. *Sc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts.** Repeat from * to ** until 1 st left. Sc in last st. 
• Working in bottom of starting ch: Sc in 1st 2 ch.  Hdc in next 2 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Tr in next 3 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs. 
• Repeat from [ to ] until 3 chs left. Sc in last 3 chs. Turn. 
• 211 (227, 243, 259, 275, 291) st

2. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st and each st across. Turn.   – 211 (227, 243, 259, 275, 291) st
3. (WS) Repeat row 2. 
4. (RS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, tr in next st. *Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 211 (227, 243, 259, 275, 291) st 
5. (WS) Repeat row 4. 
6. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st and each st across. Turn.   – 211 (227, 243, 259, 275, 291) st
7. (WS) Repeat row 6. 
8. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st 3 sts. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 211 (227, 243, 259, 275, 291) st 
9. (WS) Repeat row 8. 

For body sizes XXS/XS (S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL, 4XL/5XL): Repeat rows 2-9 until you have a total of 16 (16, 24, 24, 32) rows, counting from row 1 of the right shoulder. Do not bind off. 

Measurement Check: Your right shoulder should measure 4 ½” (4 ½”, 6 ¾”, 6 ¾”, 9”, 9”) wide at this point. 

Center Back

We will now work the rows running along the back of the neckline. When you are finished with this section, your project will look similar to Figures 3 & 4 below.

Figure 3

Figure 4

1. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (WS) Ch1. Sc in 1st 3 sts. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** n/a (5, n/a, 6, n/a, 7) more times (see note below). Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next st. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (WS) Ch1. Sc in 1st 3 sts. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** 5 (n/a, 6, n/a, 7, n/a) more times (see note below). Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next st. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st
   
   Note: If you changed the starting chain 83 at the beginning of the right shoulder, you will have to adjust the repeat number accordingly (1 repeat per 16 sts). 
   
2. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st and each st across. Turn.   – 105 (113, 121, 129, 137, 145) st
3. (WS) Repeat row 2. 
4. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (RS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st.] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st.] twice. *Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st.] twice.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. *Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st.] twice.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 
5. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (WS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, tr in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st.** Repeat from * to ** until 2 sts left. Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in last st. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (WS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, tr in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice.  Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st.** Repeat from * to ** until 2 st left. Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in last st. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 
6. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st and each st across. Turn.   – 105 (113, 121, 129, 137, 145) st
7. (WS) Repeat row 6. 
8. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (RS) Ch4. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 
9. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (WS) Ch1, sc in 1st 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. *Sc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts.** Repeat from * to ** until 1 st left. Sc in last st. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (WS)  Ch1, sc in 1st 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. *Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** until 1 st left. Tr in last st. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 

For body sizes XXS/XS (S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL, 4XL/5XL): Repeat rows 2-9 until you have a total of 16 (32, 32, 48, 48) rows, counting from row 1 of the center back. Bind off. 

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Front Right

We will now begin adding rows to the center front of the top. When you are finished with this section your project will look similar to Figures 5 & 6 below.

Figure 5

Figure 6

First, we will need to join the yarn to the front of the project, near the last row worked for the right shoulder (you can see my hook is placed in the area I’m talking about in Figure 7 below). Turn your project so that the wrong side is facing you and the last row of the right shoulder is up. Skip the next unworked stitch of the last row of the right shoulder, and join your yarn in the next unworked stitch (see Figure 8).

Figure 7

Figure 8

1. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (WS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (WS) Ch4. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 
2. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st and each st across. Turn.   – 105 (113, 121, 129, 137, 145) st
3. (WS) Repeat row 2. 
4. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (RS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, tr in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st.** Repeat from * to ** until 2 sts left. Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in last st. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (RS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, tr in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice.  Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st.** Repeat from * to ** until 2 st left. Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in last st. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 
5. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (WS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st.] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st.] twice. *Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st.] twice.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (WS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in nest st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. *Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st.] twice.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 
6. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st and each st across. Turn.   – 105 (113, 121, 129, 137, 145) st
7. (WS) Repeat row 6. 
8. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (RS) Ch1, sc in 1st 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. *Sc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts.** Repeat from * to ** until 1 st left. Sc in last st. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (RS)  Ch1, sc in 1st 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. *Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** until 1 st left. Tr in last st. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 

Body size XXS/XS only: Skip row 9. 

9. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (WS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (WS) Ch4. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 

For body sizes XXS/XS (S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL, 4XL/5XL): Repeat rows 2-9 until you have a total of 8 (16, 16, 24, 24) rows, counting from row 1 of the front right. Bind off. 

Front Left

In this section, we will add rows to the center front of the top, leaving a slit in the middle at the neckline. When you are finished with this section, your project will look similar to Figures 9 & 10 below.

Figure 9

Figure 10

Turn your work so that the wrong side is facing you. Place a st marker in the 32nd st from the right. This is where the front split will end. 

1. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (WS) Ch32. Sc in 2nd ch from hook. *Hdc in next 2 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Tr in next 3 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs. Sc in next 3 chs.** Hdc in next 2 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Tr in next 3 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs. Sc in last ch. With the loop still on your hook, place a sc in the stitch with the st marker (you should now be joined to the main project). Sc in next st. Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (WS) Ch34. Dc in 5th ch from hook. Dc in next 2 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs. Sc in next 3 chs. *Hdc in next 2 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Tr in next 3 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Hdc in next 2 chs. Sc in next 3 chs.** Hdc in next 2 chs. Dc in next 3 chs. Tr in last ch. With the loop still on your hook, place a tr in the stitch with the st marker (you should now be joined to the main project). Tr in next st. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts. Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 
2. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st and each st across. Turn.   – 105 (113, 121, 129, 137, 145) st
3. (WS) Repeat row 2. 
4. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (RS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, tr in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st.** Repeat from * to ** until 2 sts left. Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in last st. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (RS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, tr in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice.  Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st.** Repeat from * to ** until 2 st left. Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in last st. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 
5. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (WS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st.] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st.] twice. *Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st.] twice.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (WS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in nest st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. *Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st.] twice.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 
6. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st and each st across. Turn.   – 105 (113, 121, 129, 137, 145) st
7. (WS) Repeat row 6. 
8. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (RS) Ch1, sc in 1st 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. *Sc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts.** Repeat from * to ** until 1 st left. Sc in last st. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (RS)  Ch1, sc in 1st 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. *Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** until 1 st left. Tr in last st. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 

Body size XXS/S only: Skip row 9. 

9. For sleeve sizes n/a (12 ½”, n/a, 18 ¾”, n/a,  25”): (WS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – n/a (113, n/a, 129, n/a, 145) st
   
   For sleeve sizes 9 ½” (n/a, 15 ¾”, n/a, 22”,  n/a): (WS) Ch4. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 105 (n/a, 121, n/a, 137, n/a) st 

For body sizes XXS/XS (S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL, 4XL/5XL): Repeat rows 2-9 until you have a total of 8 (16, 16, 24, 24) rows, counting from row 1 of the front left. Ch1, then ss to join to 1st st of last row of center back (see Figures 11 & 12 below). Bind off.

Figure 11

Figure 12

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Left Shoulder

In this section we will add width to the body, working rows over the left shoulder. When you are finished with this section your project should look similar to Figure 13 below.

Figure 13

With the wrong side facing you, join your yarn in the last stitch of the last row of the center back section (there should be a yarn tail from where you bound off there previously, as seen in Figures 14 & 15 below).

Figure 14

Figure 15

1. (WS) Ch1. Sc in 1st 3 sts. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** across. (Be sure not to skip the ch1 at the top of the shoulder. Treat it as a stitch.) Turn.   – 211 (227, 243, 259, 275, 291) st 
2. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st and each st across. Turn.   – 211 (227, 243, 259, 275, 291) st
3. (WS) Repeat row 2. 
4. (RS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, tr in next st. *Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 211 (227, 243, 259, 275, 291) st 
5. (WS) Repeat row 4. 
6. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st and each st across. Turn.   – 211 (227, 243, 259, 275, 291) st
7. (WS) Repeat row 6. 
8. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st 3 sts. *Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Sc in next 3 sts.** Repeat from * to ** across. Turn.   – 211 (227, 243, 259, 275, 291) st 
9. (WS) Repeat row 8. 

For body sizes XXS/XS (S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL, 4XL/5XL): Repeat rows 2-9 until you have a total of 16 (16, 24, 24, 32) rows, counting from row 1 of the left shoulder. Do not bind off. Turn your top wrong side out. Holding the front and back layers together, slip stitch through the first 82 stitches (see Figure 16 below). Note: If you added or subtracted chains at the beginning of the right shoulder, you will have to add or subtract that number from your slip stitches here. Do not bind off.

Figure 16

Note: When I used the slip stitch method to close, the seam puckered inward. This was corrected when I wet blocked my finished top, and the seam now lays flat. Also if you tend to slip stitch tightly, you may want to use a larger hook for this step. 

If you do not care for the slip stitch closure, you are welcome to bind off and whip stitch the seam closed. 

Left Sleeve

Turn your project right side out. If you used whip stitches to close your side seam, you will need to rejoin your yarn at the top of that seam, where the underarm should be. 

For sleeve sizes: 9 ½” (12 ½”, 15 ¾”, 18 ¾”, 22”,  25”): You should have 47 (63, 79, 95, 111, 127) sts unworked for your left sleeve. The instructions for this section are for your chosen sleeve size, not your body size. 

Begin with the WS facing you. 

1. (WS) Ch1. 2sc in 1st unworked st. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. *Sc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts.** Repeat from * to ** until 1 st left. Sc in last st. Ss to join to 1st st. Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st
2. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st and each st around. Ss to join to 1st st. Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st
3. (WS) Repeat round 3. 
4. (RS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, tr in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st.] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st.] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st.** Repeat from * to ** until 1 left. Ch1, ss to join to 1st st (4th ch of 1st ch5). Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st 
5. (WS) Ch5 (counts as tr + ch1), sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st.] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. *[Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. [Ch1, sk 1 st, sc in next st.] twice. Ch1, sk 1 st, hdc in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, dc in next st.** Repeat from * to ** until 3 sts left. Ch1, sk 1 st, tr in next st. Ch1, sk 1 st, ss to join to 1st st (4th ch of 1st ch5). Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st 
6. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st and each st around. Ss to join to 1st st. Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st
7. (WS) Repeat row 7. 
8. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. *Sc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts.** Repeat from * to ** around. Ss to join to 1st st. Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st
9. (WS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. *Sc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Tr in next 3 sts. Dc in next 3 sts. Hdc in next 2 sts.** Repeat from * to ** until 2 sts left. Sc in last 2 sts. Ss to join to 1st st. Turn.   – 48 (64, 80, 96, 112, 128) st

Repeat rows 2-9 until you have achieved the same number of rows you worked for your right sleeve, ending on a repeat of row 9. Do not bind off. 

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Finishing

All of the edges are finished with a round of sc, followed by a round of ss. With RS facing you, join your yarn anywhere along the edge. 

Note: The goal of this step is to stabilize the edges and get them to lay flat. If your edge is looking wonky, pull out the sc row and try again, adjusting the number of stitches you used. 

Sleeves

1. (RS) Ch1. Sc in 1st st and each st around. Ss to join to 1st st. Do not turn. 
2. (RS) Ss in next st and each st around. Be careful not to ss too tightly. Bind off. 

Bottom

1. (RS) Ch1. Sc around the bottom edge in the following manner:
   – Place 1 sc in the side of each sc.
   – Place 3 sc in the side of each tr.
   – Once all of the sts have been worked, ss to join to 1st st. Do not turn. 
2. Ss in next st and each st around. Be careful not to ss too tightly. Bind off.

Neckline

1. (RS) Sc around the neckline in the following manner:
   – For the upper back and front of the neck: Place 1 sc in the side of each sc, and 3 sc in the side of each tr.
   – At the top corners of the split seam: Work (sc, ch1, sc) in each corner.
   – For the split seam at the front: Place 1 sc in each st and 1 sc in the bottom of the split.
   – Once all of the sts have been worked, ss to join to 1st st. Do not turn. 
2. Ss in next st and each st around. Be careful not to ss too tightly. Bind off.

Weave in your ends, and you’re done! If you used a natural fiber like I did, I highly recommend blocking your project.

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