Crochet Sunflower Breeze Tunic Top
The Crochet Sunflower Breeze Tunic Top is an absolute delight for those sunny days! This tunic top not only adds a pop of sunshine to your wardrobe but also brings a whimsical charm with its intricate crochet design. The flowy silhouette and breezy fabric make it perfect for beach strolls or picnics in the park. With its sunny sunflower hue, this top radiates positivity and cheer, making it a must-have piece for anyone looking to brighten up their outfit. Whether paired with denim shorts for a casual look or dressed up with a skirt for a more polished ensemble, this tunic top is versatile and stylish. Embrace the sunny vibes and bring a touch of happiness to your days with the Crochet Sunflower Breeze Tunic Top!
Tunic sizes: 34/36 (38/40) 44/46
You will need:
- 350 (450) 550 g of yellow yarn (100% cotton, 80 m/50 g).
- Circular needles No. 4.
- Crochet hooks No. 3.5 and No. 4.
Mesh pattern: a multiple of 3 sts + 3 ch for the turning chain. Crochet according to chart 1.
Start each row with 3 ch as the turning chain instead of the 1st dc and stitches before the repeat, repeat the pattern, finishing with stitches after the repeat. From the 1st to the 3rd row, work once, then repeat the 2nd and 3rd row.
Flower pattern: a multiple of 15 sts + 3 ch for the turning chain. Crochet according to chart 2. Start each row with the indicated number of turning chains instead of the 1st stitch and stitches before the repeat, repeat the pattern, finishing with stitches after the repeat. The pattern begins with a WS row. From the 1st to the 3rd row, work once.
Pattern alternation: * 1 row of mesh pattern, 3 rows of flower pattern, repeat from * twice, 3 rows of mesh pattern, 3 rows of flower pattern, 5 rows of mesh pattern, 3 rows of flower pattern, 7 rows of mesh pattern, 3 rows of flower pattern = 36 rows.
Gauge
Mesh pattern, hook No. 4: 20.5 sts and 7 rows = 10 x 10 cm.
Flower pattern, hook No. 4: 20.5 starting sts and 3 rows = 10 x 4.5 cm.
Instructions:
Back: With crochet hook No. 4, chain 90 (105) sts + 3 ch for the turning chain and proceed with the pattern alternation. After 52.5 cm = 36 rows from the lower edge, continue in the mesh pattern. At the same time, increase 1 st on each side for the sleeves, then 2 x 1 st in every row = 96 (111) 126 sts. After 72.5 cm = 50 rows (75 cm = 52 rows) 78 cm = 54 rows from the lower edge, close 9 sts on each side for the shoulder slants (at the start of the row work sl sts, at the end of the row leave sts unworked), then decrease 2 x 9 (12) 15 sts in each row.
At the same time as the first decrease for the shoulder slants, leave the middle 38 (41) 44 sts unworked for the neckline and continue to work each side separately, decreasing 2 x 1 st at the neckline edges in each row. Finish the work after 75.5 cm = 52 rows (78 cm = 54 rows) 81 cm = 56 rows from the lower edge.
Front: Work as for the back, but with a deeper neckline. For this, after 67 cm = 46 rows (69.5 cm = 48 rows) 72.5 cm = 50 rows from the lower edge, leave the middle 18 (21) 24 sts unworked and continue to work each side separately, decreasing 3 x 3 sts and 3 x 1 st at the neckline edges in each row.
Assembly: Sew the shoulder and side seams. For the neckline, pick up 94 (98) 102 sts on the circular needles, knit 8 rounds in stockinette stitch, and bind off all sts as if to knit. For the armholes, pick up 58 (63) 68 sts, knit 8 rounds in stockinette stitch, and bind off all sts as if to knit. With crochet hook No. 3.5, edge the lower hem of the tunic with 1 row of sc.
