Crochet Breezy Spring Style Shirt

Looking to add a touch of handmade charm to your spring wardrobe? The Crochet Breezy Spring Style Shirt is the perfect choice! With its light and airy design, this shirt is not only stylish but also incredibly comfortable to wear on those warm spring days. The intricate crochet details add a unique and feminine flair to any outfit. Whether you're heading to a picnic in the park or a casual brunch with friends, this shirt will effortlessly elevate your look. Embrace the essence of spring with this delightful piece that exudes laid-back elegance and stays true to your sunny personality.

Materials

• Cotton or thin to medium yarn (orange-copper recommended)
• Crochet hook size 4
• Scissors
• Stitch markers

Front Panels (Make Two)

Foundation Chain: Chain an even number of stitches (e.g., 106 for a longer shirt). Work into the back bumps of the chain for a neat edge.

Row 1: Half double crochet (hdc) in the second stitch from hook and each stitch across.

Row 2: Without chaining, create a "tower" of 3 stacked single crochets (sc) in the first stitch (replaces ch-3 and dc). Chain 1, skip 1 stitch, double crochet (dc) in the next stitch.

Repeat chain 1, skip 1, dc across.

Row 3: Without chaining, create a "tower" of 2 stacked sc in the first stitch. Hdc in each stitch across, including chain-1 spaces.

Alternate Row 2 and Row 3 until panel reaches desired width (approximately 10 rows of double crochet "holes" for shoulder width).

Back Panel

Construct the same as front panels using the same foundation chain length. Width equals combined width of two front panels plus extra for neck (e.g., 23 rows of dc holes).

Sleeves (Make Two)

Foundation Chain: Chain an even number (e.g., 40).

Row 1: Hdc in second stitch and each across.

Row 2: Turn, create tower of 3 stacked sc in first stitch, chain 1, skip 1 stitch, dc in next stitch, repeat across.

Increase Rows (5 rows):

Hdc Increase Row: Tower of 2 stacked sc in first stitch, plus one more hdc in same stitch, then hdc across.

Dc Increase Row: Start with tower of 3 stacked sc, at end chain 1, skip 1 stitch, dc in last stitch.

Alternate these increases for 5 rows.

Flat Rows (3 rows):

Alternate hdc and dc rows without increases or decreases.

Decrease Rows (5 rows):

Hdc Decrease Row: Skip first stitch, tower of 2 stacked sc in second stitch, hdc across.

Dc Decrease Row: Normal start, at end chain 1, skip 2 stitches, dc in last stitch.

Alternate decreases for 5 rows.

Final Flat Row: One row each of hdc, dc, then hdc to finish.

Joining Panels

Right side defined by visible chains.

Join Front and Back Panels at shoulders using slip stitch with right sides facing each other. Join Sleeves by aligning middle row with shoulder seam and slip stitching around armhole. Join Side Seams under sleeves using slip stitch joining technique alternating between loops for a clean seam.

Edges and Borders

Work single crochet borders evenly around sleeves, bottom, front opening, neck, and back. Aim for 2 single crochets per row of mesh stitches.

Work 3 rows around sleeves and bottom, 2 rows up front opening. Join rounds with slip stitch and chain 1 to continue.

Collar

Mark collar start and end by fitting the shirt. Attach yarn at stitch marker with slip knot.

Work rows of single crochet, turning at each end. Begin each row with a tower of 2 stacked single crochets in the first stitch. Keep stitches loose for flexibility.

Continue until the collar reaches desired width.