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Granny Square Tops

DIY your own granny square top with one of these fun, free patterns. Granny squares are so versatile, and there are several different ways they can be joined to make a cute crochet top.

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A cropped crochet tank top featuring granny squares.Pin
Photo: creativaatelier.com

Nazarí Top from Creativa Atalier

The Nazari pattern is for four granny squares and decorative border pieces that are all seamed together to make this beautiful top. The pattern tutorial includes lots of pictures, plus charts and written instructions.

SIZE: One size – small – the finished top is 45 cm wide and 42 cm long from the shoulder to the hem.
YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight, cotton yarn, e.g., Fair Cotton from Katia.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: Three 50 g skeins.
NOTIONS: 3 mm crochet hook, scissors, a tapestry needle, and a measuring tape.

A colourful granny square top made in fall colours with contrasting black edging.Pin
Photo: swoolnordicdesign.com

Summer Flower Granny Square Top from Swool Nordic Design

I love the colours used in this one. It’s a free pattern with charted and written instructions.

SIZE: Two sizes – XS/S and S/M. The finished circumference measures 28″/31½” (71/80 cm.
YARN WEIGHT: #2 sport weight yarn, e.g., Scheepjes Stone Washed/River Washed Yarn Pack.
NOTIONS: 3 or 3.5 mm crochet hook, scissors, a tape measure, and a yarn needle.

Closeup view of a woman wearing a striped crochet granny square top.Pin
Photo: hobbii.com

The Alice Top by Jane Green

The Alice Top is a simple, beginner-friendly pattern for a crochet top constructed from eight, two-colour, solid granny squares.

SIZE: Seven sizes – XS to XXXL – the finished width ranges from about 13½” to 22¾” (24-58 cm), and the length (without straps)has the same measurements as the width.
YARN WEIGHT: #2 sport weight yarn, e.g., Friend’s Wheel from Hobbii.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, and a measuring tape.

A woman wearing a colourful, cropped granny square top with blue jeans.Pin
Photo: garnstudio.com

Woodstock Weekend from DROPS Design

Woodstock Weekend is a free pattern for a classic granny square top. The squares are worked from a chart that’s very easy to follow.

SIZE: XS/S. M. L. XL/XXL, and XXXL. The finished chest measurements range from 29½” to 53½” (76-136 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight yarn, e.g., DROPS Safran from Garnstudio.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 100-200 g in Off White and one 50 g skein each of five contrasting colours.
NOTIONS: 3.5 mm crochet hook, a measuring tape, scissors, and a tapestry needle.

A flat lay image of a green crochet granny square top with fringing,Pin
Photo: yarnandy.com

Crochet Summer Top Pattern from Yarn Andy

This free pattern includes lots of layout options to ensure a good fit for any body size. Puff stitches create the textured cross pattern on the granny squares, and the fringing is optional.

SIZE: To suit bust circumferences from 23½” to 75½” (60-192 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: From 380 to 2330 yards (348-2130 m), depending on the size and layout chosen.
NOTIONS: 3.5 mm crochet hook, scissors, measuring tape, and a tapestry needle.

A blue granny square top with fringing hanging from a wooden hanger.Pin
Photo: othcrochetnook.ca

Squared Tank from OTH Crochet Nook

The squared tank has a simple construction method. It’s made from seven granny squares that are seamed together, simple single crochet straps are added and then the tassels. 

SIZE: One size – the fit can be varied by adjusting the granny squares.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight cotton yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: Approximately 200 g.
NOTIONS: 5 mm crochet hook, scissors, a yarn needle, a measuring tape, a button, and blocking supplies.

A colourful granny square top with short sleeves and an oversized fit.Pin
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Flinders Crochet Granny Square Top from Spotlight

This cute and colourful granny square top uses the join-as-you-go method for seaming the squares together.

SIZE: S/M and L/XL – with a finished chest measurement of 37″ or 47¼” (96/120 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight cotton yarn.
NOTIONS: 4 mm crochet hook, scissors, a yarn needle, and a measuring tape.

A short-sleeved granny square top.Pin
Photo: othcrochetnook.ca

Sundrop Flower Top from OTH Crochet Nook

This free granny square top pattern is easy to make. It has an oversized fit and is constructed from seamed granny squares with a simple double crochet sleeve and neck edge.

SIZE: Seven sizes – XS to 3XL – to fit 30″ to 52″ bust (76-132 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn, e.g., CotLin from KnitPicks.
NOTIONS: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook, scissors, a yarn needle, and a tape measure.

A colour blocked granny square shirt.Pin
Photo: cococrochetlee.com

Anabelle Sava Top Pattern from Coco Crochet Lee

The Anabelle Sava Top is made in lightweight yarn and features cute popcorn stitch details.

SIZE: Nine sizes – XS to 5X – with bust measurements ranging from 35″ to 65″ (89-165 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #1 sock/fingering weight yarn, e.g., WeCrochet Stroll.

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A cropped granny square top with two neckline options.Pin
Photo: wilmade.com

Tulip Square Crop Top from Wilmade

This cute granny square top is reversible and can be worn with a v-neck or a straight neck. The pattern also includes a step-by-step video tutorial.

SIZE: S to 5XL.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn, e.g., Coboo from Lion Brand Yarns.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 130-365 g.
NOTIONS: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook, scissors, a tapestry needle, and a measuring tape.

A woman wearing a summer granny square top with a long pink skirt.Pin
Photo: sierrascraftycreations.com

Summer Granny Square Top Pattern from Sierra’s Crafty Creations

This free pattern features a cool and airy design, perfect for summer. It includes a step-by-step video tutorial you can crochet along with, plus written instructions. The designer has also made this pattern into a dress by simply adding more squares – it looks great worn with a belt.

SIZE: Nine sizes – XS to 5X.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight cotton.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 660-1450 yards in total (604-1326 m).
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, a measuring tape, and a 6 mm crochet hook.

Back view of a crochet granny square top.Pin
Photo: beautifulcrochetstuff.com

Crochet Granny Square Crop Top Pattern from Beautiful Crochet Stuff

This free pattern includes written instructions plus a detailed video tutorial, making it a great project for beginners.

SIZE: One size – small/medium – the finished top measures approximately 15″ (39 cm) long and 16½” (42 cm) wide.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton yarn, e.g., DROPS Loves You 8, from Garnstudio.
NOTIONS: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook, scissors, and a yarn needle.

Video: Sirin’s Crochet

Lacy Granny Square Top by Sirin’s Crochet

Follow along with this detailed tutorial to create this beautiful lacy granny square top.

SIZE: Large – can be adjusted by using a finer yarn and smaller hook.
YARN WEIGHT: #2 sport weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: Four 50 g balls.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, and a 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.

Video: Amanda Love Santos

Granny Square Top Tutorial by Amanda Love Santos

This tutorial uses the join-as-you-go technique. It’s a really pretty top, but there are no subtitles or captions, and the tutorial can be a little tricky to follow if you are a beginner.

SIZE: One size.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn.
NOTIONS: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook, scissors, and a yarn needle.

Video: Krystal Everdeen

DIY Floral Granny Square Top Tutorial by Krystal Everdeen

This granny square top has a really simple layout – the top pictured is made with 30 small granny squares that are seamed to make a rectangle of fabric. The number of squares you need will depend on the width and length of the top you make.

SIZE: Adjustable.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn.
NOTIONS: 5 mm crochet hook, scissors, a yarn needle, and a measuring tape.

Video: bloodimaryart.com

Infinity Granny Top Crochet Tutorial from Bloodimaryart

The Infinity Granny Top is an easy project, perfect for beginners. The construction method is simple – two granny squares are seamed together at the sides, and then straps are crocheted directly onto the top. 

SIZE: XS to XL.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight cotton yarn, e.g., Degrade from Katia.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 425-1200 yards (388-1098 m)
NOTIONS: 4 mm crochet hook, scissors, stitch markers, a tape measure, and a yarn needle.

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