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Lacy Crochet Top Patterns
A handpicked collection of 20 best free crochet patterns for crochet lace tops. Whether you’re aiming for a casual bohemian vibe or a chic evening look, these patterns offer endless possibilities.
As a bonus, I’ve included five of my favourite premium-paid patterns. So grab your crochet hooks and immerse yourself in the world of beautiful crochet lace tops.
Crochet Lace Top Patterns for Category #1 Weight Yarn
Wandering Free Summer Top from A Crocheted Simplicity
The fine-weight yarn used in this free crochet lace top pattern gives it a beautiful drape.
SIZE: eight sizes from XS to 4XL; to fit bust measurements from 28″ to 56″ (71 cm to 142 cm). Finished bust measurements are from 32″ to 60″ (81 cm to 152 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn, e.g., Woolike by Loops & Threads.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape or gauge ruler, scissors, stitch markers, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Alternate Double Crochet, Extended Half Double Crochet, Half Double Slip Stitch, and Chainless Single Crochet.
The Rusty Road Crop Top from MJ’s Off The Hook Designs
The Rusty Road Crop Top is a free lacy crochet top pattern with instructions for sizes XS to 5X. It uses a simple mesh look lacy stitch, and there is a step-by-step video tutorial of the pattern too. The top is worked in two identical rectangular pieces, seamed together, leaving a neck opening.
SIZE: nine sizes from XS to 5X, with finished bust measurements from 41½” to 69½” (105.5-176.5 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn, e.g., crochet.com’s Stroll.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 500-100 yards depending on size (457-915 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) and 4.50 mm (7) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: yarn needle, stitch markers, scissors, a measuring tape, and blocking supplies.
Crochet Lace Top Patterns for Category #2 Weight Yarn
Capri Style Crochet Sweater from Annalisa Chelli
This gorgeous crochet lace top pattern is free on the DHG blog. The sweater features granny square and lacy panels and is suitable for intermediate-level crocheters.
SIZE: the finished top has a length of 23½” (60 cm) and a width of 19¾” (50 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight cotton/cotton blend, e.g., Cleopatra from DHG.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 300 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Dogwood Flower Top from Amelia Makes
The Dogwood Flower Top, designed by Amelia from Amelia Makes, is free on the Joy of Motion site (link below). This pretty crochet lace top is constructed by joining individual flower motifs with a lacy stitch. The pattern is one size – small to medium – but can be adapted by using more flowers or more chains between the flowers.
SIZE: small/medium.
YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight yarn, e.g., Cotton Fair from Premier Yarns.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two 100g skeins (600 yds/ 550 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Quadruple Treble Crochet.
Red River Cave from DROPS Design
Red River Cave is a free crochet lace top pattern, crocheted top down, in sizes XS to XXL.
SIZE: six sizes, with finished chest measurements from 33¾” to 48¾” (86-124 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight cotton, e.g., DROPS Safran from Garnstudio.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 200-350 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: stitch markers, scissors, a yarn needle, and measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: the stitch pattern is worked from a diagram.
The Ivy Tee from Cactus and Lace Designs
The Ivy Tee is an easy, lacy crochet top pattern perfect for transitioning between the seasons and layering over a tank or bralette. It is a beginner-friendly, free pattern with a simple construction method and step-by-step photos.
SIZE: six sizes from XS to 2Xl, with finished bust measurements ranging from 34″ to 54″ (86-137 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight yarn.
NOTIONS: tape measure, scissors, stitch markers, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Treble Crochet, Bean Stitch, and Treble V-Stitch.
Crochet Lace Top Patterns for Category #3 Weight Yarn
Canyonlands Boho Crochet Top from Make & Do Crew
The Canyonlands Top is a free crochet lace top pattern featuring the lacy open fan stitch.
SIZE: S/M to fit bust measurements 32-36″ (81-91.5 cm), L/XL for a 37-41″ (94-104 cm) bust, and 2XL/3XL for a 42-47″ bust (106.5-119.5 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g. Cotton Bamboo from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 3-6 100 g skeins, depending on size.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) and 5 mm (H-8) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: tape measure, scissors, stitch markers, and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Open Fan Stitch.
The Saratoga Crochet Top from Make & Do Crew
The Saratoga Crochet Top is a free lacy crochet top pattern with a v-neck and simple, poncho-style construction. It comes together by seaming two identical rectangles together.
SIZE: six sizes from S to 3X; to fit bust measurements from 32″ to 56″ (81 cm to 142 cm). It is easy to adjust the sizing of this top.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g. Cotton Bamboo from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: five to seven skeins (400-600 g), depending on the size you make.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a tapestry needle, stitch markers, and a measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Boxed Shell Stitch.
Sea Spray Bohemian Top from Hopeful Honey
This is an easy lacy crochet top pattern with simple repeats and a simple construction method. The free pattern is in two sizes with finished widths of 21½” (55 cm) for the Small/Medium size and 23½” (60 cm) for the Medium/Large size.
SIZE: Small/Medium and Medium/Large.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., The Cotton Wool from We Are Knitters.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 520-720 yds (475-660 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, scissors, and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Cluster Stitch.
The Lovelace Top from Cactus and Lace Designs
The Lovelace Top is an oversized lacy crochet top pattern that can be made in a cardigan or pullover style.
SIZE: XS to 5XL.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 650-1275 yards (595-1165 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, scissors, yarn needle, and blocking supplies.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Foundation Single Crochet, V-Sttich, and Shell Stitch.
Easy Crochet Bell Sleeve Sweater from Jenny & Teddy
This is a simple, beginner-friendly pattern for a lacy crochet top with flared sleeves. The free pattern includes a step-by-step video tutorial.
SIZE: customised to your measurements.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight cotton.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Lemon Peel Stitch and Granny Stitch.
Happy Monday Arcade Top from Jenny & Teddy
The Happy Monday Arcade top is a free pattern with a simple construction method and a step-by-step video tutorial.
SIZE: Small to 2XL.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Frosted Daisies Top from DROPS Design
The Frosted Daisies pattern is a free pattern for a lacy crochet raglan tee in sizes Small to XXXL.
SIZE: S, M, L, XL, XXL, and XXXL. The top’s finished chest measurement is from 36¼” to 55″ (92-140 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight cotton, e.g., DROPS Bele from Ravelry.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 350-550g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a stitch marker, scissors, yarn needle, and a tape measure.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: the stitch pattern is worked from a diagram.
The Siren Shell Crochet Pullover from One Dutch Stitch
The Siren Shell Crochet Pullover is a free pattern for a loose-fitting tee with a v-neck and long flared sleeves.
SIZE: five sizes, XS to XL, with finished bust measurements from 34″ to 47″ (86-120 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight cotton, e.g., DROPS Muskat from Ravelry.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, yarn needle, stitch markers, and a measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Shell Stitch and V-Stitch.
The Sweetpea Crochet Top from Evelyn & Peter
The Sweetpea Crochet Top is a free crochet lace top pattern with a v-neckline and a simple construction method. The lacy stitch gives it a beautiful drape, perfect for layering over a cami or bralette.
SIZE: eight sizes from Small to 5X. With finished width measurements from 19″ to 29½” (48-75 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Truboo from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 580-1170 yards (530-1070 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure or gauge ruler, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: V-Stitch.
Bahama Blouse Crochet Pattern from Hooked on Homemade Happiness
The Bahama Blouse is a free crochet lace top pattern worked in the raglan style from the top down. No seaming is required! This is a close-fitting top with limited ease.
SIZE: XS to 5X, with finished bust measurements from 30½” to 60″ (77.5-152 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., CotLin.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 210-610 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) and 5 mm (H-8) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: a tape measure or gauge ruler, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Foundation Single Crochet and Extended Single Crochet.
The Darling Crochet Top from Designs by Key
The Darling Top is a free crochet lace top pattern featuring a V-neckline and rows of airy v-stitches perfect for the warmer weather. It’s a simple design utilising basic stitches, and the designer has made a video tutorial to step you through the pattern, perfect for beginners.
SIZE: instructions are included for nine sizes, from XS to 5XL, the pattern is designed with 1½”-2″ of negative ease with finished bust measurements from 26″ to 58″ (66-147 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 800-1230 yards (731-1125 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, scissors, and a needle for weaving in ends.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Foundation Half Double Crochet and V-Stitch.
Crochet Lace Top Patterns for Category #4 Weight Yarn
Modern Lace Pullover from MJ’s Off The Hook Designs
The Modern Lace Pullover is a free crochet lace top pattern with a simple, sleeveless boatneck design. The lacy stitch is worked over a simple 4-row repeat and comes together quickly. A step-by-step video tutorial is provided for the pattern. Please note you need to subscribe to this site to access the free pattern. Subscription is free.
SIZE: eight sizes from S to 5X.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton/cotton blend yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: five to nine 50 g skeins, depending on size.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle, scissors, measuring tape, stitch markers, and blocking supplies.
Honeycomb Mesh Crochet Crop Top from Stardust Crochet
This easy lacy crochet top pattern includes instructions for 12 sizes, from child’s size 4-6 up to adult’s 3X.
SIZE: Child sizes 4-6, 6-8, and 8-10. Youth/Adult sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, 1X, 2X, and 3X.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, e.g., 24/7 Cotton from Lion Brand.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a darning needle, stitch markers, and a measuring tape.
Crochet Lace Top Patterns for Category #5 Weight Yarn
Triple Top from OTH Crochet Nook
The Triple Top is a light and airy lacy crochet top pattern featuring the treble crochet stitch. The top is beginner friendly and has minimal seaming.
SIZE: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, and 3 Xl; to fit bust measurements from 30″ to 53″ (76 cm to 134.5 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight cotton, e.g., Billow from Knit Picks.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: three to seven 100 g skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 8 mm (L-11) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, stitch markers, a measuring tape, and a tapestry needle.
Five of My Favourite Premium Paid Patterns
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Zig-Zag-Zummer Crochet Top from Nomad Stitches
Zig-Zag-Zummer is a lacy summer crochet top pattern featuring a v-neck and filet crochet in both cropped length and full length. It is designated as a beginner-level crochet pattern.
SIZE: Nine sizes, with finished bust measurements from 30″ to 63½” (76 cm to 162 cm.
YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight cotton, e.g., DROPS Safran from Garnstudio.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Filet Crochet.
Buttercup Top from Daisy and Dime
The Buttercup Top is a flouncy lace crochet tee pattern perfect for warmer days. The size is customisable to your specific measurements. This is an intermediate-level pattern.
SIZE: customised to your measurements.
YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight or #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight cotton yarn.
The Nami Top from Crochet with Alanna
The Nami top is made to measure and size-inclusive. The pattern is rated for intermediate-level crocheters but does include detailed instructions and lots of pictures.
SIZE: customised to your measurements.
YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
The Coffee Date Top from Daisy and Dime
The Coffee Date Top has an open-back design and a gorgeous textured stitch pattern. The pattern is rated as a novice-level pattern, it uses basic crochet stitches, simple shaping techniques, and a simple construction method.
SIZE: customised to your measurements.
YARN WEIGHT: #2, #3 or #4.
Castaway Tunic from Wild Spring Fibre Arts
The Castaway Tunic has a relaxed fit and is designed with lots of positive ease. The top can be made cropped, as pictured, or any length you like.
SIZE: seven sizes with finished bust measurements from 30″ to 72″ (76 cm to 183 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 7 mm crochet hook.
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