Let’s get ready for warm weather, shall we? It’s never too early to get started with your warm weather projects. So, here are 25 best crochet top free patterns for you to make this summer.
I’ve included each one of them with convenience and simplicity in mind. I wanted to give you some beginner-friendly pattern options, but still with the addition of sophistication and style.
Something that you will have fun making and will love to wear.

Whether you’re looking for a more casual top to wear in the warmer summer evenings, to go out for dinner with friends. Or a minimal shaped crop top to wear at the beach. This list is for you.
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Best yarns for summer crochet tops
Natural fiber yarns, such as cotton and bamboo, in weights fine (#2) to worsted (#4) will work better for summer tops. These yarns are breathable and cool for the warmer temperatures, so they make light and comfortable garments.
However, there are good quality acrylic yarns out there that are suitable for tops as well. But it’s important to remember that acrylic tends to get warmer than cotton, or bamboo, in the heat.
Supplies needed to crochet summer tops
Here are the supplies and tools to crochet most tops in this list:
- Lighter weight yarns
- Crochet hook
- Stitch markers (not crucial, but helpful)
- A measuring tape or ruler
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Make sure you check the “materials and supplies” section on each pattern in the list of crochet top free patterns below. That way you won’t miss the exact materials you need.
25 best summer crochet top free patterns
These top patterns were found on Ravelry and they are all very popular. Obviously, just by looking at them you can tell why people love them, one is cuter than the next. Pick your favorite and have fun.
Here they are, I hope you love them too.
Aestas Crochet Top Pattern
This pattern is a free download on the designer’s website. The simplicity along with the drapey look explain why this top is the list of most loved crochet top free patterns. I love it.
Pattern by Anna Erlandsson
Yarn used Worsted Weight (4) Cotton
Skylar Ribbed Crochet Crop Top
All it takes to accomplish the making of this cute crochet crop top is a rectangle. It is easy like that. Pick yarns with some stretch on it, so you can add some shape to it.
Make sure you check the pattern notes, so you don’t miss the yarn and fiver recommendation for this top.
Pattern by Grace Forthefrills
Yarn used 3-Light yarn weight (DK), Merino wool
Sagebrush Crochet Tank top
It looks like knitting but it’s crochet. The back loop half double crochet stiches along with slip stiches are a nice way to achieve that ribbing look, that makes it so unique.
It comes along with the option to make it longer and with a video tutorial as well.
Pattern by Grace Forthefrills
Yarn used 3-Light yarn weight (DK) Cotton blend
Sea Breeze Crochet Tank Top
You know what, I am getting my supplies ready, this is going to be one my next summer makings. How nice it is that she designed it to have a V detail in the front and back of the top.
And the next great thing is, if you’re not into reading patterns, she has YouTube video tutorial as well.
Pattern by Grace Forthefrills
Yarn used 3-Light yarn weight (DK) Cotton
Curvy Lady's Favourite Halter Top pattern by Karine P. LeBlanc
The Halter Top is so versatile, it can easily become one your favorite crochet top patterns out there. Designed in a way that can be customized to your taste of length and edgings. And there is more, support and comfort for curvy ladies were taken into consideration as well.
Pattern by Karine P. LeBlanc
Yarn used 3-Light yarn weight (DK) Cotton
Boho Crochet Tank Top Pattern
Did anyone say granny square? If you look around my blog, you can tell I love them. The boho look of it screams “let’s go to the beach”, and I love how easy it seems to be as well.
This would make a perfect first-time granny square project.
Pattern by Breann Mauldin
Yarn used Worsted Weight (4) Cotton
Sweet Summer Tee Crochet Pattern
The oversized look on the Sweet Summer Tee along with the drape the picture is showing make it look so comfy. It’s a pattern with an easy shaping using simple stiches, created for all skill levels.
You will work it from the bottom up and it is available for sizes L to 5X.
Pattern by Rachel Misner
Yarn used 3-Light yarn weight (DK) Cotton blend
Hepatica Granny Crochet Top
A fact about this pattern, Anemone hepatica is the name of a summer flower in Sweden, and North Europe. Hence the name of the pattern.
The one panel construction with the addition of the granny squares makes it an easy-to-follow pattern.
Pattern by Anna Erlandsson
Yarn used Worsted Weight (4) Cotton
The Sweetpea Crochet Top Pattern
The beauty of the lacy look on this top is what I love about it the most. The next great thing about it is that the pattern is constructed by only two panels that you sew tighter.
And it’s size inclusive, it ranges from S to 5X, isn’t it great?
Pattern by Rachel Misner
Yarn used 3-Light yarn weight (DK) Cotton blend
Basic T-Shirt Crochet Top Pattern
Wow! crochet t-shirt is so cute and screams “let’s go out and enjoy some summer evenings”. In addition to the beauty this pattern brings, it is so easy to make.
You will work from the top down with rounds of double crochet stitches. and then add the sleeves and the striping details to finish it.
Pattern by By Katerina
Yarn Fingering / Lace weight, Cotton blend
Eden Crochet Crop Top Pattern
With a minimal shaping and basic stiches, this crop top is perfect for any skill level. And the V neck shape detail along with the waistline ribbing add such an interesting style to it.
I bet you would have so much fun making, and wearing, this one.
Pattern by Carrie M Chambers
Yarn used 3-Light yarn weight (DK) Cotton
Spotting Clouds Crochet Top
I love how she used a variation of stitches to create such a nice textured fabric. This is a more elaborated pattern, but still using simple stiches.
Which makes it easy to crochet, even if you are a beginner.
Pattern by Christina Hadderingh
Yarn Fingering / Lace weight, Cotton blend
Summer Fruits Tank Top Crochet pattern
This tank top is so cute, I love the bottom ribbing details. The range of sizes offered is great as well, it goes from S to 2XL.
And if you would rather wear it longer, you simply add more rows before you start decreasing for the arm holes. What a great choice for this list of crochet top free patterns.
Pattern by Carrie M Chambers
Yarn used 3-Light yarn weight (DK) Cotton
Summertime Tank Crochet Pattern
Tony is so great with her designs. Her yarn color choices are always on point. This one has such a “beachy” touch that I just want to make it for my next trip to the beach.
And I love how her garment creations usually have ribbing details, which makes them so unique and fun.
Pattern by Toni Lipsey
Yarn used Worsted Weight (4) acrylic
Leila Tie Strap Crochet Crop Top
This top is worked entirely in half double crochet, which creates a thicker fabric. Like all her other tops, it’s super easy to make.
And what I like the most about it is the simple details given by the tie straps and the scalloped chains at the bottom.
Pattern by Grace Forthefrills
Yarn used Worsted Weight (4) cotton blend
Summertime Tee Crochet Pattern
The open extended single crochet stitches in this tee make it so “summery”, doesn’t it? This is a perfect pattern if you are a beginner trying to venture in a more elaborated pattern.
It looks intimidating, but it’s super simple to make. Besides, it is so elegant, perfect for a casual summer night out.
Pattern by Toni Lipsey
Yarn used Worsted Weight (4) acrylic
Vanier V-Neck Crochet Tunic
This pattern is a free download on Ravelry. What I love the most about this tunic top is that is very customizable.
Here, you could make it longer and turn it into a beach cover-up. Or make it shorter and wear it as a tee.
Pattern by Jennifer Ozses
Yarn used Worsted Weight (4), fiber content not specified
Morrigan Tee Crochet Top Pattern
I love the lacy details on the back of this top. And the yarn on this one, if you are in the US, you can order it online from Premier Yarns. I’ve had a good experience ordering yarn from them.
I used this yarn, in the same shade by the way, for my Rio Crochet Wrap, it’s so soft and perfect for garments and accessories.
Pattern by I Need It Crochet
Yarn used Sport (2), acrylic blend
Terracotta Ribbed Crop Top
Grace is so thoughtful with her designs. They are all so simple and easy to follow, but still so gorgeous. No wonder she has several of her creations in the top list of most loved ones.
The ribbing on this one reminds me of knitting, and it could pass as a fancy store-bought top easily.
Pattern by Grace Forthefrills
Yarn used 3-Light weight (DK) Cotton blend
Granny Squares Crochet Top
We can make anything with granny squares, can’t we? I love how simple this pattern is and all the possibilities to play with colors.
If there is one thing I don’t mind is weaving in ends when a pattern is so interesting and fun like this one.
Pattern by DROPS design
Yarnused Fine/Sport (2), Cotton
Tulip Granny Square Crochet Crop Top
This pattern may look complicated, but it’s not. It consists of 8 squares and triangles. And she added a lot of step-by-step pictures and details.
And that will make it much easier for you to follow along. For this one, if you like a boho style, you can add fringes as well.
Pattern by Wilma Westenberg
Yarn used Worsted Weight (4), cotton blend
Hot Mesh Crochet Top
This pattern calls for thread yarn, which is a tiny/lacy yarn. But don’t let this scary you away of it. In fact, although I am not a huge fan of yarn of that thickness, I would definitely make this top.
The mesh stitch here builds up super quick and it is very beginner friendly.
Yarn used Lace/Thread (0), cotton
Pattern by Margaret Zellner
Amma Granny Square Top
Yet another crochet top made from the lightest weight of yarn you can possibly find. But still so easy to make, and it looks so soft, elegant and drapey.
Even though this top calls for lace yarn, it is still super simple to follow.
Pattern by Maria Valles
Yarn used Lace (0), Icelandic wool
Saltwater Taffy Tee Crochet Pattern
The construction on this one is unusual, as it works vertically, from side to side. And that’s what make this top so cute and interesting.
I love the vertical stripes. And what is even better abou this top, it uses very basic stiches.
Pattern by by Rachel Misner
Yarn used 3-Light weight (DK) Cotton blend
The Sumer Festival Crochet Crop Top
The last one in the list of crochet top free patterns is this cute crop top that screams summer. I love the double shoulder straps and that you can add rows to make it longer, if you want to.
The detailed pattern will give you lots of information and charts.
Pattern by DROPS design
Yarn used Worsted Weight (4) Cotton
Tips for choosing the right crochet top pattern
This list of crochet top free patterns has the perfect projects for you, even if you have never made a top before. But here are some tips for you to choose an easy pattern.
- First, check the kind of yarn that the pattern calls for. Then, go check online if you can order that yarn easily. If not, try to look for a substitution, but with the same weight and fiber. There’s even a website for that, just google “yarn substitution” and it will pop right up.
- Next, look for a pattern that calls for yarn weight 2 and above. Yarns that are lighter than that will take you much longer to work with, especially if you are a beginner. And that could be frustrating.
- Choose a simple pattern with basic stitches. Anything with chains, single crochet, double crochet, and half double crochet, or a combination of those, will be perfect.
- Avoid patterns with a complicated construction. The ones that are made with multiple separate sections, and call for a lot of hand sewing, could get discouraging easily.
- And finally, and maybe the most important, crochet a gauge swatch. Good garment patterns will always offer you a pattern for a swatch. Please don’t skip this sept.
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Final thoughts
There you have the list of crochet top free patterns. I hope I didn’t make it too hard for you to decide, with so many beautiful options. In case you haven’t decided yet, don’t forget to pin it to your Pinterest boards so you can make them later.
Crops are fun to crochet and they make great projects for your first garment. The reason they are great beginner projects is because they are small and usually don’t require a lot of sewing.
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