Do you want a perfect garment piece to show off your summer tan? Here is a list of 10 gorgeous crochet butterfly top patterns for your next trip to the beach.
These are all easy to crochet tops that you can finish super quick. Keep scrolling to find your favorite one!
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Cute Crochet Butterfly Tops
These butterfly tops were a trend last year and they are coming back. You can tell they are here to stay. Whether you are looking for a tiny top, or something with more coverage, you will sure find one that you love in this list.
Choosing the best pattern
At first, when looking at these patterns, you will notice the construction is very similar for most of them. But there are variations in the stitches used, it could go from a simple double crochet stitch to a more elaborated one.
Such as the alpine and shell stitches, which require a little more of an intermediate level of skills.
While most patterns are suited for intermediate crocheters, you may want to check the description before you pick one, to make sure you will be comfortable with the pattern.
Best yarns for a crochet butterfly top
Worsted weight/Aran (#4) or light weight/DK (#3) cotton yarns are the best for crochet butterfly tops. Why? Because crop tops are made for summer, so the lighter the yarn, the better will be for higher temperatures.
My “go to” yarn for tops is 24/7 Mercerized Cotton (by Lion Brand), or I Love This Cotton (by Hobby Lobby). These are two great options and high-quality yarns.
Supplies you need to crochet butterfly tops
You don’t need a lot to crochet a butterfly top, here is what usually you will need.
- Yarn, worsted weight/Aran (#4) or light weight/DK (#3)
- Crochet hook, usually 3 mm (US D) to 4 mm (US G-6) sizes
- Yarn scissors
- Tapestry needle
A few of these patterns call for fine and fingering yarn weights, so please check the pattern description before purchasing it.
How much yarn do you need for a crochet butterfly top?
This is a type of project that requires a very small amount of yarn. Unless you choose a more textured stitch that requires more yarn, a simple top will take only about 150 yards (137 m) of worsted weight yarn.
Of course, it also depends on other factors, like the pattern, hook size, and yarn weight. But you won’t be using a lot of yarn for a super simple and small garment like this.
10 Best Crochet Butterfly Top Patterns
Here is the list of butterfly tops for you. I hope you have plenty of options to choose from and that you can make your next cute garment from it. Have fun.
The Mae Crochet Butterfly top
The first one in the list is a free pattern and it’s a one size fits all. But the designer offers instructions on how to adjust the size, if needed.
The pattern has a lot of step-by-step pictures, so even if you are a beginner, you won’t have problems figuring it out.
Yarn used: worsted weight (#4)
Hook size: F/5-3.75 mm
Crochet Shelly Butterfly Top
The Crochet Shelly Butterfly is a paid pattern for a top featuring shell stitches and it is so cute. For this one, you may consider lining it up with fabric for more coverage.
Or you could simply wear it on top of a bikini top to rock your beach style. Another option for coverage would be silicone nipple pasties.
Yarn used: worsted weight (#4)
Hook size: F/5-3.75 mm
The Dream Crochets Butterfly top
If you are looking for a size inclusive pattern, this one is for you. This crochet butterfly top pattern offers instructions for sizes ranging from XS to XL .
Etsy reviews approve the pattern as easy to follow and there is a YouTube video if you need it for visual leaning.
Yarn used: Fine / Sports (#2)
Hook size: 3 mm (US D)
Butterfly Top pattern by Chelle Fiebre
And here you have a super delicate top made with fingering yarn. I love how the lighter weight yarns make everything look so elegant.
For this Crochet Butterfly Top, you will have the option to purchase a PDF download, or you can watch a YouTube video.
Yarn used: Super fine/fingering (#1)
Hook size: 2 mm (US 0)
The Green Marble Butterfly Top pattern by Amber Gulley
Next up in the list, you have the The Green Marble Crochet Butterfly Top. This is going to be such a fun pattern to crochet.
You can play with colors and add your personal touch to it. The pattern offers instructions of how to adjust the cups, so you can customize it to your size.
Yarn used: worsted weight (#4)
Hook size: 3 mm (US D)
The 70’s Butterfly Top by Ashlynn Duncan
If you are looking for more coverage and a top that you can wear to enjoy an evening dinner with friends. Then this pattern is for you. Featuring a cute butterfly worked with the graphgan technique, this pattern is suited for experienced crocheters.
But if are a brave beginner wanting to try out something new, the pattern has lots of step-by-step photos as well.
Yarn used: worsted weight (#4)
Hook size: 5 mm (US H-8)
The Easy Design Butterfly top
Yet another easy, simple, and quick pattern. Featuring a laced-up corset-style back, this top will sure make a good addition for your summer wardrobe.
Instructions in the pattern are for bust sizes from 30” (76 cm) to 40” (102 cm). Also, the pattern is available in French and English.
Description doesn’t offer yarn and hook size information, but it’s a 5-star rated pattern on Etsy.
The You Say I Crochet butterfly top
I absolutely love those shades of blue. The pattern was writing with UK terms, and instructions are for one size, but offering details on how to adjust it.
Level of difficulty is described as intermediate, but you can tell the stiches used are very simple.
There is no information on yarn weight, but the hook size is to 4 mm (US G-6)
Alpine Butterfly Crochet Top
Bring on all the textures that the alpine stich offers. Although it may look complicated, but the alpine stitch is easier that you think.
Not to mention, it makes beautiful garment pieces. This top design is so unique and gorgeous! There is a tutorial for the alpine stitch right here on the blog if you want to try it out.
Yarn used: Light / DK (#3)
Hook size: F/5-3.75 mm
The Purrmaid Treasures Butterfly Top
Speaking of colors, the rainbow shade used in this top is stunning. And it’s another texture rich pattern, featuring shells and back and front post double crochets.
The worsted weight yarn used makes it even better and quicker to crochet. Gather your materials and get started.
Yarn used: worsted weight (#4)
Hook size: 4.5 mm (US G)
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Final thoughts
If you are a beginner and are intimated by making garments, give one of these crochet butterfly top patterns a try. This is the kind of pattern that won’t waste a lot of your time, even if you have to frog it.
Besides, I guarantee you, you will be so proud to make something that you can wear. At least to me, I find so rewarding to finish something I can show off and tell everyone “I made it”.
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