Crochet triangle tops are the perfect blend of comfort and style for warm, sunny days. These tops are not only cute but also versatile, pairing well with high-waisted shorts, jeans, or even flowy skirts. The intricate crochet design adds a trendy bohemian touch to any outfit, effortlessly elevating your look. Whether you're headed to the beach or a music festival, a crochet triangle top is a fun and flirty choice that will have you feeling fabulous all day long. Don't be afraid to mix and match colors and patterns to create your own unique style with this delightful wardrobe essential!
What You’ll Need
Materials
3 colors of worsted weight cotton yarn (I used Lily’s Sugar and Cream)
4.5mm crochet hook
Getting Started: The Triangle Base
Row 1
Create a magic circle
Chain 1 to fasten onto the circle
Into the circle, work *1sc, ch1* repeat between ** a total of 5 times, then work 1 more sc (6scs, 5ch1s)
Row 2: Setting Up Your Increases
Chain 1, turn
In the chain-1 space between your last 2 single crochets: work 1 sc, ch 1, 1 sc (increase)
Chain 1, then 1 sc in the next chain space
Chain 1, then work another increase in the 3rd chain space
Chain 1, 1 sc in the next chain space
Chain 1, then work a final increase in the last chain space
Change color after every 2 rows
Rows 3 and beyond
Chain 1, turn
Work an increase (1sc, ch1, 1sc) in the ch sp of the previous row’s corner increase
*Ch1, 1sc in the next chain space* repeat up to the next increase
Ch1, work another increase in the center increase ch sp.
*Ch1, 1sc in the next chain space* repeat up to the next increase
Ch1, work a final increase in the last chain space
Repeat row 3, changing color every 2 rows, until your triangle measures, from tip to bottom, 7″ -S/M, 8″ -L/XL, or 9″ -2X, 3X
Growing the sides
Starting at the corner, Begin your next row normally with a corner increase
Work in linen stitch pattern up the side
When you reach the chain space before your center increase, slip stitch into that space instead
Chain 1, turn, and work back down the same side
Work an increase in the corner as normal
Continue growing your sides this way, being sure to maintain your striping pattern and slip stitch into the last ch sp of the row on the forward pass.
Sizing
Grow each side of your triangle until the long side of your parallelogram measures 10 inches (25cm) less than your bust measurement. For me this was 22″. To reach a width of 22″, I added 12 rows on either side of my triangle.
I found that every 2 rows to each side (so basically, each full color stripe) added about 1″ to the width.
You can also hold your piece up to your chest at this point and make sure the girls are covered!
Border
Fasten your next color to a corner increase space
Work linen stitch up the side
Along the top edge: work 1 sc in each space that you slip stitched into from previous rows, putting chain 1’s between them to maintain the linen stitch pattern.
Continue down the other side with regular linen stitch
Don’t forget corner increases!
Bottom Border
Work 1 sc in-between each increase space
No chains between stitches for this border
Slip stitch to your first sc complete border round 1
Border Round 2 And Straps
Right at the start of the round, begin chaining (back strap). Make an 18″ long chain.
Single crochet back down the chain
When you reach your top, continue working a second row around the border in linen stitch
When you reach the top corner of your parallelogram, begin chaining the first neck strap. A 24″ chain.
Single crochet back down the chain
Work in linen stitch to the space before the next corner
Work another 24″ neck strap
Continue in linen stitch down the 2nd side. At the corner increase, begin chaining another 18″ back strap.
Single crochet down the chain
Work in single crochet along the bottom edge
Finishing Touches
Weave in all yarn ends (there will be quite a few from the color changes!)
