DIY Crochet Cotton Halter Top Pattern — Easy Summer Halter in Desert Skies (Sizes XS/S & M/L)

The crochet cotton halter top is the perfect blend of style and comfort for those warm summer days! With its intricate crochet design and airy cotton fabric, this top is sure to keep you feeling cool and looking fabulous. It's a versatile piece that can be dressed up with a flowy skirt for a boho-chic vibe or paired with your favorite shorts for a casual, laid-back look. The halter style adds a touch of flirty charm while providing a flattering silhouette. So go ahead and rock your crochet cotton halter top with confidence!

Materials

• Yarn: Premier Hipster Cotton in Desert Skies (2 skeins)
• Crochet hook: U.S. G/6 (4 mm)
• Gauge: 15 sc = 4 inches

Size: XS/S, M/L

Pattern Instructions

With A, ch 35 (39).

Row 1: 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to the end of the chain. Turn. 34 (38) sc.

Size M/L Only

Next row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. 3 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each st to last 2 sts. 3 sc in next st. 1 sc in last st. Turn. (42) sc.

Next row: Ch 1. Sc in each ch to the end of the chain.

Rep these 2 rows (3) times more. (54) sc.

All Sizes

Next row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first st. 1 sc in next st. 1 sc in each st to last 2 sts. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in last st. Turn. 36 (56) sc.

Next row: Ch 1. Sc in each ch to the end of the chain.

Rep these 2 rows 26 (23) times more. 88 (102) sc. Do not fasten off and do not turn at the end of the last row.

Side Ties

Ch 45 (45). Fasten off. Do not turn.

With the same side of work facing as the last row, re-join appropriate yarn with sl st to first sc. Ch 45 (45).

1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 dc in each of next 44 (44– 50–59–67–74) ch. 1 sc in each of next 88 (102) sc. 1 sc in each of next 45 (45) ch. Fasten off.

Next row: 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each of next 44 (44) ch. 1 sc in each of next 88 (102) sc. 1 sc in each of next 45 (45) ch. Fasten off.

Side Finishing and Neck Ties

With the same side of work facing as the last row, join yarn with slip stitch to the top corner of the Body.

Row 1: Ch 46 (46) for Neck Tie. 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each of next 44 (44) ch. Work sc evenly down the side of Body to Side Tie. Work 1 sc in back loop only of next 45 (45) foundation ch of Side Tie. Fasten off.

With the opposite side of work facing, repeat instructions for the 1st row on the opposite side of Body.