Wear a playful style with this Crochet Babydoll Top Pattern showing soft textures loose fit and a cute handmade look perfect for sunny day outfits.
Elegant Crochet Babydoll Top Pattern for Trendy Summer Outfits
Want to add a touch of handmade charm to your wardrobe? A crochet babydoll top is a beautiful and comfortable choice that’s perfect for warm days. Its soft, flowy shape feels gentle on your skin while giving you a fresh and stylish look. With delicate stitches creating pretty patterns, this top is both simple and eye-catching. It’s great for wearing out with friends or just relaxing at home, adding a splash of color and comfort wherever you go.
Easy to pair with jeans, skirts, or shorts, this top suits many occasions and styles. Plus, making it yourself means it’s unique and full of love! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, this crochet babydoll top brings a fun and fashionable touch to your closet that everyone will admire.
Adeline Baby Doll Top Crochet Pattern
Materials Needed
- 4-ply cotton yarn (sample uses Fly Milk Cotton yarn)
- Crochet hook suitable for the yarn (approx. 2.5mm recommended)
- Stitch markers
- Yarn needle for assembly and finishing
- Scissors
Special Features
- Textured chest with alternating double crochet rows
- Lacy ruffled hem created with increases and front/back post double crochets
- Adjustable straps using stitch markers
- Optional detailed sleeves worked in half double crochet with decreases
- Decorative edging resembling a small lace pattern on the top edges
Difficulty Level
Intermediate – Requires knowledge of:
- Basic stitches (single crochet, double crochet, half double crochet)
- Front post and back post double crochet
- Working in rows and rounds
- Increasing and decreasing stitches
- Assembly techniques including attaching straps and sleeves
Step-by-Step Pattern
Part 1: Chest Section
Foundation Chain
- Make slip knot.
- Chain 21.
Row 1:
- Single crochet (sc) in second chain from hook and across. (20 sc)
Rows 2 to 64:
- Chain 2 (counts as first dc), turn.
- Make double crochet (dc) in each stitch across. (20 dc per row)
- Repeat this row a total of 63 times.
Row 65:
- Chain 1, turn.
- Work 2 single crochets (sc) for every one row of double crochet from previous rows across (i.e., two sc for each dc row). Continue carefully to the end.
Part 2: Ruffled Section
Attach 4-ply cotton yarn. Chain 2, turn.
Row 1:
- Dc in each stitch across, hiding yarn tails within stitches.
Row 2:
- Chain 2, turn.
- Dc 4 times, front post double crochet (fpdc) on 5th stitch. Repeat this pattern across the row.
Row 3:
- Chain 2, turn.
- Dc 4 times, back post double crochet (bpdc) on 5th stitch (aligned with previous row’s fpdc). Repeat across.
Row 4:
- Chain 2, turn.
- Repeat Row 2 pattern (dc 4 times, fpdc).
*Ruffles forming a raised texture from the fpdc and bpdc alternating rows.
Part 3: Ruffle Edging
Connect both ends of the chest piece.
Round 1:
- Chain 1.
- Work single crochet into the front loops only as follows:
1 sc in first front loop, 2 sc in second front loop (increase) — repeat around. End with a slip stitch to join.
Round 2:
- Chain 2, turn.
- Dc in next 2 stitches, increase (2 dc in one stitch) — repeat all around. Close with slip stitch.
Round 3:
- Chain 2, turn.
- Dc in next 3 stitches, increase (2 dc in one stitch) — repeat all around. Close with slip stitch.
Rounds 4-6:
- Chain 2, turn.
- Dc in every stitch around (no increase). Slip stitch to join.
You may add more rounds for a longer ruffle.
Part 4: Back Edging
Attach yarn at the back edge.
- Make 2 sc for every row of double crochet on the edge.
- At corners, chain 1, turn, then continue sc in rows along the edge.
Part 5: Decorative Lace Edge (on back)
- Slip stitch on first stitch, chain 3.
- Skip 3 stitches, single crochet on the 4th and 5th stitches.
- Chain 3, skip 3, sc on next 2 stitches.
- Repeat this chain-3/skip-3/sc-2 pattern across.
- Later, repeat with chain 4 in place of chain 3 for variation, then end with chain 5 and sc.
- Finish with chain 1, cut yarn.
Repeat for both sides of the back.
Part 6: Straps
Use stitch markers to mark positions on the chest piece:
- Place markers at stitches 16, 19, 40, and 43 on both sides.
Attach yarn at first marker.
Make straps:
- Chain 1, sc in same stitch and next 3 stitches (4 sc total). Chain 1, turn.
- Sc in every stitch, chaining 1 at end, turning.
- Repeat until strap reaches 73 rows long.
Attach last row to back base stitches via single crochet. Leave yarn attached for sleeves or to sew ends.
For sleeveless top, add second strap on opposite side and finish.
Part 7: Sleeves (Optional)
Attach yarn at strap base.
- Chain 1, turn.
- Work half double crochet (hdc) for each sc stitch across. Chain 1, turn.
- Repeat hdc rows for desired sleeve length.
Sleeve Pattern Repeat (10 rounds):
- Chain 1.
- Hdc on same stitch, chain 1, skip 1, hdc on next stitch. Repeat around. Slip stitch to join.
Round 13:
- Chain 1.
- Hdc in every stitch and chain space around. Slip stitch join.
Rounds 14-15 (Decreases):
- Chain 1.
- Single crochet (sc) on first stitch, invisible decrease (sc two front loops together) repeat around. Slip stitch join.
Rounds 16-18:
- Chain 1, sc in every stitch around to finish.
End and cut yarn, weave ends.
Final Touches
- Use a yarn needle and a medium-length yarn tail to add last decorative details or to close any openings.
- Weave all loose ends securely.
Tutor Suggestions
- The ruffles can be lengthened or shortened by adding or skipping rounds as desired.
- Adjust strap length to suit different sizing needs.
- Sleeves are optional – for summer wear, go sleeveless for a classic look.
- Use stitch markers liberally to maintain even spacing on straps.
- For best effect, use a lighter cotton yarn that showcases ruffles and textures well.
Tip
When joining the straps to the back, use mattress stitch or whip stitch carefully to avoid bulky seams. This gives a neat finish and comfortable wear.
Conclusion
This Adeline baby doll top combines elegance with cute ruffled texture and allows versatile styling with or without sleeves. It is perfect for intermediate crocheters wanting to explore post stitches and shaping. Try different yarns and colors for new looks! Share your finished tops to spread the love of crochet fashion.
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