Create Your Own Stunning Black and Silver Crochet Top
Introduction
Create a stylish top using a combination of black and silver crochet techniques. This unique design will surely make a statement and stand out from the crowd. The intricate patterns and textures created by the crochet work will add depth and dimension to the garment, making it a versatile piece that can be dressed up or down for any occasion.
Experiment with different stitches and patterns to achieve a one-of-a-kind look that reflects your personal style. The contrast between the black and silver yarns will create a striking visual impact, drawing attention to the craftsmanship and artistry of the crochet work. Whether you're wearing it to a casual outing or a special event, this crochet black and silver top is sure to turn heads and become a staple in your wardrobe.Materials Required
The pattern was made with Cilka yarn and Lamé Lang Yarns.
- Yarn: Cilka: 100% acrylic, 100g / 280m
- Yarn: Lamé by Lang YARNS: 75% Viscose, 25% Polyester, Weight: 25 gram, 224 Silver Glitter Yarn
Size Information
The direction shown are for XS/S size.
For XS/S size you will need 2 skeins of Cilka yarn.
This top is made from 2 rectangles seamed up the sides and along the shoulders.
The below pattern is written for XS size. You can customize your fit based on how oversized you would like the garment to be. Each panel of the top is worked from bottom to top, so additional rows in the panel give you additional length and extra stitches give you additional width.
Instructions
This top is worked from bottom up.
All Ch 3 counts as a stitch.
Joining the Panels
- Lay the front and back panels together.
- Seam up the sides.
- Seam the shoulders. This leaves a neck opening.
Shape neck: Leave center 7.8 inch / 20 cm unworked and work each side separately, then fasten off.
Recommended Hooks
Recommended hook: 3.5 and 4.00 mm.
I used hook 3.5 mm for the bottom part of the summer top and also the borders for this project. Then I used hook 4.00 mm.
Difficulty Level
Difficulty Level: Level 2 – Advanced beginners, Intermediates.
US Crochet Terms
- SlSt – slip stitch
- CH/s – chain/s
- SC – single crochet
- DC – double crochet
- SK – skip
- T – turn
- ST/s – stitch(es)
- REP - repeat
Special Stitches
Picot
Written Instructions for the Liza Summer Top
The below instructions make 1 rectangle. Make a total of 2 rectangles.
Crochet hook 4.00 mm.
Pattern Rows
Make a slip knot and chain 75ch.
R1: ch1, 1sc in 2nd ch from hook, ch1, sk 1ch, 1sc in next ch, ch3, sk 1ch, *1sc in next ch, ch1, sk 1ch, 1sc in next ch, ch3, sk 1ch*, repeat from * to * till end of round, turn.
R2: ch1, *1sc in ch3 sp, in next ch1 sp work (1dc, ch2, 1dc)* repeat from * to * till end of round, you will end with (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in last ch1 sp, turn.
R3: ch1, *in ch2 sp work: (1sc, ch1, 1sc), then ch3* repeat from * to * till end of row, you will end up with 1sc in last st, turn.
R4: = R2: ch1, *1sc in ch3 sp, in next ch1 sp work (1dc, ch2, 1dc)* repeat from * to * till end of round, you will end with (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in last ch1 sp, turn.
R5: = R3: ch1, *in ch2 sp work: (1sc, ch1, 1sc), then ch3* repeat from * to * till end of row, you will end up with 1sc in last st, turn.
R6: = R2.
R7: = R3.
After 16 rows, you can change crochet hook from 3.5 mm to 4.0 mm to have your top a bit wider.
Repeat pattern till you have 45 rows, end up with pattern in R3.
R45: = R3: ch1, *in ch2 sp work: (1sc, ch1, 1sc), then ch3* repeat from * to * till end of row, you will end up with 1sc in last st, turn.
Change yarn to silver yarn.
R46: ch3 (1dc), 2dc in ch3 sp, 1dc in next ch1 sp, *3dc in next ch3 sp, 1dc in next ch1 sp* repeat from * to * till end of row, finish with 1dc in last st, turn.
R47: ch3 (1dc), ch3, *sk 3dc, 1dc in next st, ch3* repeat from * to * till end of row, finish with 1dc in last st, turn.
R48: ch3 (1dc), *3dc in ch3 sp, 1dc in next dc* repeat from * to * till end of row, turn.
R49: = R47: ch3 (1dc), ch3, *sk 3dc, 1dc in next st, ch3* repeat from * to * till end of row, finish with 1dc in last st, turn.
R50: = R48: ch3 (1dc), *3dc in ch3 sp, 1dc in next dc* repeat from * to * till end of row, turn.
Change yarn to black yarn.
R51: ch1 (1sc), *ch3, sk 2st, 1sc in next st, ch5, sk 2st, 1sc in next st* repeat from * to * till end of row, turn.
R52: ch3 (1dc), *ch2, 1sc in next ch5 sp, ch2, 1dc in next ch3 sp* repeat from * to * you will reach last st, end with 1dc in last st, turn.
R53: ch1 (1sc), *ch3, 1sc in next ch2 sp, ch5, 1sc in next ch2 sp* repeat from * to * till end of row, you will end with ch3 and 1sc in last st, turn.
R54: ch3 (1dc), 2dc in same ch2 sp, *1sc in next ch5 sp, 5dc in next ch3 sp* repeat from * to * till end of row, you will end with 2dc in last ch3 sp, 1dc in last st, turn.
R55: ch1 (1sc), ch3, 1sc in same st, ch5, *1sc in 3rd dc from 5dc group from previous round, ch3, 1sc in same st (3rd dc), ch5* repeat from * to * till end of row you will end with (1sc, ch3, 1sc) in last dc, turn.
R56: = R52.
R57: = R53.
R58: = R54.
R59: = R55.
R60: = R52.
R61: = R53.
R62: = R54.
R63: = R55: ch1 (1sc), ch3, 1sc in same st, ch5, *1sc in 3rd dc of next 5dc group from previous round, ch3, 1sc in same st (3rd dc), ch5 and then 1sc in 3rd dc of next 5dc group from previous round, turn.
R64: = R52.
R65: = R53.
R66: = R54.
Repeat on the opposite, create left shoulder.
Make a slip knot and start yarn on the side of the top.
R63: = R55: ch1 (1sc), ch3, 1sc in same st, ch5, *1sc in 3rd dc of next 5dc group from previous round, ch3, 1sc in same st (3rd dc), ch5 and then 1sc in 3rd dc of next 5dc group from previous round, turn.
R64: = R52.
R65: = R53.
R66: = R54.
Finishing
Seam shoulders - seam the last rows together. Seam sides - seam the bottom black part only (approximately 2/3 of the rectangles).
Fasten off your work and hide all loose tails and you are all done with your amazing Black and Silver Summer Top.
Armhole Border
Crochet hook 3.5 mm.
Start in the seam and make a slip knot.
R1: ch1, 1sc all around armhole till end of round, join round with sl st in 1ch from beg (make number of sc which could be divided by 8).
R2: ch1, *1sc in next 3 st, picot (ch3, sl st in just finished 3rd ch), skip 1st, 1sc in next 4st* repeat from * to * till end of round, join round with sl st in 1ch from beg.
R2: *ch9, sk 7st (skip 3sc, skip picot, skip 4sc), 1sc in next st* repeat from * to * till end of round, join round with sl st in 1ch from beg.
R3: *5sc in ch9 sp, 3 picots, 5sc in ch9 sp* repeat from * to * till end of round, join round with sl st in 1ch from beg.
Bottom End Border
Crochet hook 3.50 mm.
Start in the seam and make a slip knot.
R1: ch1, *1sc in next 3 st, picot (ch3, sl st in just finished 3rd ch), skip 1st, 1sc in next 4st* repeat from * to * till end of round, join round with sl st in 1ch from beg.
R2: *ch9, sk 7st (skip 3sc, skip picot, skip 4sc), 1sc in next st* repeat from * to * till end of round, join round with sl st in 1ch from beg.
R3: *5sc in ch9 sp, 3 picots, 5sc in ch9 sp* repeat from * to * till end of round, join round with sl st in 1ch from beg.
Final XS Size Measurements
Final Size: 30 cm / 11.8 inch (wide width) x 49 cm / 20 inch (long side).
Make a total of 2 rectangles.