Presenting a crochet pattern for the Serenity Mesh Top by Knittybae. This downloadable PDF crochet pattern is worked top down (raglan) in one piece, with no seaming required, and features a relaxed off-shoulder neckline. The top can be made with long sleeves or as a sleeveless version, depending on your preference. Optional shaping instructions are provided to help you achieve a more true to size fit at the lower body, as well as an optional sleeve split for the long-sleeve version.

The pattern also includes BONUS instructions for a very quick, sleeveless Upside Down version of the top!

This is a made to measure pattern that’s easy to customize. You can adjust the length and width of the body and sleeves to suit your own measurements if the presented size (M) doesn’t match your desired fit.

This pattern is provided in English and uses American crochet shorthand/abbreviations. This document spans 27 pages and includes instructive images to further help you pursuit your goal result.
Recommended Skill Level: Advanced Beginner and above.
Pattern uses following crochet stitches: single crochet (sc) and double crochet (dc).

CONSTRUCTION OF THE TOP

The Serenity Mesh Top is worked from the top down in one piece and constructed as a seamless raglan. You’ll begin by crocheting the off-shoulder neckline, which can be worn single or double folded for extra structure. From there, the yoke is worked with regular increases for both the body and sleeves until the bust measurement is reached.

Once the yoke is complete, the body is worked separately. At this stage, you can choose between two fit options: continue straight for a more relaxed fit with positive ease, or follow the optional shaping section to create a more fitted look under the bust using decreases.

The top can be made sleeveless or with long sleeves. For a sleeveless version, simply leave the armhole openings as they are. If you choose to add sleeves, they’re worked seamlessly by picking up stitches directly from the yoke after the body is finished. Sleeves can be worked plain or finished with an optional side split for a more open, flowy look.

MATERIALS:

• CROCHET HOOK: any (up to 8 mm)
• YARN: any (up to Bulky, no. 5) compatible with chosen crochet hook
• SCISSORS
• TAPE MEASURE
• STITCH MARKERS
• TAPESTRY NEEDLE (optional for weaving in ends)

YARN RECOMMENDATIONS:

• You can use any yarn of your choice, such as cotton, wool or acrylic,
• Choose a crochet hook that feels comfortable for you, but I recommend staying within the 3 – 8 mm range to keep the original look and feel of the design,
• For this pattern, you can use any yarn weight you like, but for a light, mesh-y look, I recommend not going above Medium (no. 4) weight yarn.
• Feel free to mix 2 or 3 strands of different yarn weights to create your own unique version of this top – just make sure the yarns work well with the hook size you’re using.

e.g. To make a grey long-sleeve sample top I’ve used approx. 900 m of yarn with 4,5 mm crochet hook and single strand of Super fine weight (no. 1) yarn: Himalaya’s Socks 75% Superwash wool, 25% Nylon (50g/400 m) in shade 170-01.
To make a green short-sleeve sample top I’ve used approx. 480 m of yarn with 4 mm crochet hook and 2 strands of yarn held together: Super fine weight (no. 1) Rosários 4 Douro (50g/280m) in shade 31 and Angora Fine (50g/375 m) in shade 4120)

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