Pattern only. Not finished product

Written crochet pattern instructions for The Naughtier Mermaid Top. This piece is worked in 2 Seperate pieces: The bralette/bikini top and the pineapple lace section. All strings and ties are added afterwards.

One size - up to 50” hip

Materials:

-3.5 mm crochet hook
-Worsted weight yarn - 4 ply. I used Caron simply Soft and had testers use Truboo, Caron simply soft and Caron cotton cakes. All came out great and everyone’s was under 1 skein!!!
-Yarn needle
-Scissors

Skills required for project:

-Chains
-Double Crochet - used throughout
-DC2TOG - Double Crochet 2 together
-Single crochet
-Sewing for attaching - mattress stitch e.t.c
-Shells
-Shell increase
-Slip stitch
-V stitch

Notes:
-These terms are briefly explained in the pattern

-Yardage differs depending on the cup size you make

-I had several testers who were new to pineapple lace crochet and were still able to complete this design easily

-You may sell your finished items, please credit me as designer and provide a link back to my pattern - I’d love to see any and all finished tops

There is a 3 in 1 combination pattern offered, which includes this pattern, the closed version: The Naughty Mermaid, plus the bonus pattern of The Naughty Mermaid Monokini. This is the only way to purchase the Monokini pattern!

PATTERN ONLY NOT FINISHED PROJECT