Take Two Top Crochet Pattern

I’m so excited to share with you guys the “Take Two Top” as part of the Summer Must Haves with Lionbrand.com! This is such a fun collection of different patterns perfect for summer so definitely check them out!

I used a newer yarn from Lion Brand called “Low Tide”. This is a fun yarn with a chainette style construction. The reason why I named my tank the Take Two Top is because you only have to make 2 of the EXACT same panels to create it! The front and back are exactly the same and then seamed up the sides. The straps at the top are tied into cute little bows so no worrying about seaming there! 

I may or may not have crocheted an entire tank top before ripping it out and designing this one in a second attempt or a “take 2”. 😉 All part of the design process! I’m glad I started over because the second time was a big success!

Getting photos of the Take Two Top was a little difficult while in quarantine. A lot of times I have to design pieces way in advanced and sometimes the weather is not prepared for a summer top Lol! Usually I would go to a local indoor studio if I’m taking spring/summer photos in the winter but had to skip it this time. First I tried (unsuccessfully) to get photos in my backyard. That ended up being a fail with all of the fencing and houses around. Then I tried taking photos in my house. I managed to get a few good ones but I still wasn’t completely satisfied. Thankfully, I was able to go to a local trail and get a few good shots in while staying at a safe social distance! 🙂 

LINKS:

• This pattern is available as a kit through Lion Brand. Available in 3 color options and It comes with all the yarn needed + the printed ad-free PDF pattern! Get it HERE!

• This pattern is available as a low cost ad-free printable PDF in my Etsy shop!

• This pattern is available as a low cost ad-free printable PDF in my Ravelry shop! You can also save it to your queue for later or give it a heart!

Description: This meshy beach inspired top is perfect for warm summer days. Toss it on over your swim suit for a cute cover up or pair it with a cami or bralette! The large hook used to make this top will have you finished in no time!

Materials:

• Worsted (4) weight yarn, Low Tide in color “Dunes”. 2(2,2,2,3,3,3,4,4) Skeins, 430(460,530,600,660,720,800,890,930)

• 8.00mm Hook

• Yarn Needle

Sizes: Pattern is written XS(S,M,L,XL,2X,3X,4X,5X)

Gauge:

4X4”= 10 Hdc (BLO) by 8 rows

Finished Top Measurements:

Length is measured from bottom of under arm to hem.

XS- 16” W, 16” L

S- 17” W, 16” L

M- 19” W, 16” L

L- 21” W, 17” L

XL- 22.5” W, 17” L

2X- 25” W, 18” L

3X- 26.5” W, 18” L

4X- 28” W, 19” L

5X- 30.5” W, 19” L

Pattern Notes:

• Tank top is made from the bottom up.

• You will be making 2 identical panels and seaming the sides to join.

• Pattern is worked in the BLO throughout.

• Making your top longer or shorter is easy! Just add or take away rows before you begin “strap shaping”.

• Using a large hook makes this top meshy and loose for a comfy fit.

Abbreviations (US Terms):

Fhdc- Foundation Half Double Crochet

Hdc- Half Double Crochet

BLO- Back Loop Only

Sl St- Slip Stitch

Ch- Chain

Pattern:

MAKE 2-

Row 1: 40(44,48,52,56,62,66,70,76) Fhdc, turn. (40(44,48,52,56,62,66,70,76 Hdc)

Rows 2-33(33,33,35,35,37,37,39,39): Ch 1, 1 Hdc (BLO) in each St across, turn.

Begin Strap Shaping-

Row 34(34,34,36,36,38,38,40,40): Work 7(8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15) Sl St, Ch 1, 9(9,9,11,11,11,13,13,13) Hdc (BLO) (note- be sure your first Hdc made is not in the same St as your last Sl St made), leave remaining stitches unworked, turn. (9(9,9,11,11,11,13,13,13 Hdc)

Row 35(35,35,37,37,39,39,41,41): Ch 1, Hdc2tog, 5(5,5,7,7,7,9,9,9) Hdc (BLO), Hdc2tog, turn. (7(7,7,9,9,9,11,11,11 Hdc)

Row 36(36,36,38,38,40,40,42,42): Ch 1, Hdc2tog, 3(3,3,5,5,5,7,7,7) Hdc (BLO), Hdc2tog, turn. (5(5,5,7,7,7,9,9,9 Hdc)

Row 37(37,37,39,39,41,41,43,43): Ch 1, Hdc2tog, 1(1,1,3,3,3,5,5,5) Hdc (BLO), Hdc2tog, turn. (3(3,3,5,5,5,7,7,7 Hdc)

Sizes XS(S,M) move to “ties” section.

Sizes L(XL,2X,3X,4X,5X) ONLY-

Row 40(40,42,42,44,44): Ch 1, Hdc2tog, 1(1,1,3,3,3) Hdc (BLO), Hdc2tog, turn. (3(3,3,5,5,5 Hdc)

Sizes L(XL,2X) move to “ties section.

Sizes 3X(4X,5X) ONLY-

Row 43(45,45): Ch 1, Hdc2tog, 1(1,1) Hdc (BLO), Hdc2tog, turn. (3(3,3 Hdc)

Sizes 3X(4X,5X) move to “ties” section.

Ties-

All Sizes-

Row 38(38,38,41,41,43,44,46,46): Ch 1, 1 Hdc (BLO), Hdc2tog, turn. (2 Hdc)

Row 39(39,39,42,42,44,45,47,47): Ch 1, Hdc2tog, turn. (1 Hdc)

Ch 50(50,50,50,50,60,60,60,60) 1 Hdc in each Ch back down. Sl St down the inner side of your decrease rows until you reach Row 33(33,33,35,35,37,37,39,39), tie off.

Opposite Strap and Tie-

Lay your panel in front of you with the finished strap on the right side. Count 16(17,18,21,22,23,26,27,28) stitches in towards center of shirt at Row 33(33,33,35,35,37,37,39,39). Join yarn with a Sl St. (you will be leaving 8(10,12,10,12,16,14,16,20) stitches unworked in the center neckline between the 2 straps.

Row 34(34,34,36,36,38,38,40,40): Ch 1, 9(9,9,11,11,11,13,13,13) Hdc (BLO), leave remaining stitches unworked, turn. (9(9,11,11,11,13,13,13 Hdc)

Repeat Rows 35(35,35,37,37,39,39,41,41) through Rows 39(39,39,42,42,44,45,47,47) of “strap shaping” and “ties” sections. Repeat the same process of Chaining and working your Hdc stitches plus Sl St’s back down. Tie off.

Seam Together-

Place both panels together. Using your method of choice, join the sides together. You will be joining from the bottom hem to row 34(34,34,36,36,38,38,40,40). I like to use my hook and loosely slip stitch together. You can also use a yarn needle and mattress stitch together.

Tie your bows together at the top and weave in all ends!

I hope you guys love this quick summer pattern! I’m so excited for the weather to start warming up so I can actually wear it outside! 🙂 Be sure to tag me in your makes on social media so I can see and share! 

If you like this top be sure to check out my Sweetpea top too!