Crochet Cap-Sleeve Top
The crochet cap-sleeve top is a delightful addition to any wardrobe! The intricate crochet design adds a touch of vintage charm, while the cap sleeves give it a modern twist. This versatile piece can be dressed up with a flowing skirt for a bohemian look or paired with jeans for a casual and chic ensemble. The lightweight and breathable fabric make it perfect for warmer days, keeping you cool and stylish all day long. Whether you're headed to a picnic in the park or a brunch with friends, the crochet cap-sleeve top is sure to become a go-to favorite in your closet.
Measurements
To fit bust sizes 86-97 (102-112) cm/34-38 (40-44) in.
Actual measurements 99 (121) cm/ 39 (47 1/2) in.
Side seam 35 (39) cm/13 3/4 (15 1/2) in.
Length to shoulder 57 (62) cm/22 1/2 (24 1/2) in.
Materials
4 (5) 100g (280m) balls of Patons 100% Cotton 4ply in Vanilla (1745).
Size 2.50 crochet hook.
Tension
2 pattern repeats measure 11cm across and 13 rows measure 10cm in depth, using 2.50mm hook.
Abbreviations
Ch, chain; dc, double crochet; tr, treble; dtr, double treble; st, stitch; chsp, chain 1 space; yrh, yarn round hook; cl, cluster; cl4, cluster 4 thus: [yrh, insert hook in next tr, yrh, pull through loop, yrh, pull through 2 loops] 4 times, yrh, pull through all 5 loops; cl2, cluster 2 thus: yrh, insert hook in next tr, yrh, pull through loop, yrh, pull through 2 loops, yrh, insert hook in top of turning ch, yrh, pull through loop, yrh, pull through 2 loops, yrh and pull through all 3 loops; slst, slip st.
Note
Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Instructions are given for small size. Where they vary, work figures in round brackets for larger size. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd brackets.
Back
Begin at shoulder edge.
First shoulder: With 2.50 hook, make 54 (71) ch.
1st foundation row: 1dc in 5th ch from hook, 4ch, miss 3ch, 1dc in next ch, * 5ch, miss 4ch, 1dc in next ch, [4ch, miss 3ch, 1dc in next ch] 3 times, repeat from * to last 11ch, 5ch, miss 4ch, 1dc in next ch, 4ch, miss 3ch, 1dc in next ch, 1ch, miss 1ch, 1dc in last ch, turn.
2nd foundation row: 5ch, 1dc in first 4-chsp, * work 4tr, 1ch and 4tr in 5-chsp, 1dc in next 4-chsp, [4ch, 1dc in next 4-chsp] twice, repeat from *, ending, work 4tr, 1ch and 4tr in 5-chsp, 1dc in next 4-chsp, 4ch, 1dc in last chsp, turn — 3 (4) pattern repeats.
1st pattern row: 2ch, 1dc in first chsp, * 3ch, cl4, 4tr in 1-chsp, cl4, 3ch, 1dc in chsp, 5ch, 1dc in next chsp, repeat from *, ending, 3ch, cl4, 4tr in 1-chsp, cl4, 3ch, 1dc in chsp, 1ch, 1dc in top of ch, turn.
2nd pattern row: 3ch, 4tr in first 1-chsp, * 1dc in cl, 5ch, cl4, 5ch, 1dc in cl, work 4tr, 1ch and 4tr in 5-chsp, repeat from *, ending, 1dc in cl, 5ch, cl4, 5ch, 1dc in cl, 5tr in last 1-chsp, turn.
3rd pattern row: 3ch, 1tr in first tr, cl4, * 3ch, 1dc in chsp, 5ch, 1dc in next chsp, 3ch, cl4, 4tr in 1-chsp, cl4; repeat from *, ending, 3ch, 1dc in chsp, 5ch, 1dc in next chsp, 3ch, cl4, 2tr in last chsp, turn.
4th pattern row: 3ch, 1tr in next tr, 5ch, 1dc in cl, * work 4tr, 1ch and 4tr in 5-chsp, 1dc in cl, 5ch, cl4, 5ch, 1dc in cl, repeat from *, ending, work 4tr, 1ch and 4tr in 5-chsp, 1dc in cl, 5ch, cl2, turn.
The last 4 rows form pattern. ***
Pattern another 4 rows. Make 51ch at end of last row for neck edge. Fasten off.
Second shoulder: Work as first shoulder to ***.
Pattern another 4 rows. Slst end of neck edge ch of first shoulder to top of ch at beginning of last row of second shoulder.
Joining row: Pattern across second shoulder sts, ending, 3ch, cl4, 4tr in 1-chsp, cl4, 3ch, 1dc in 5-chsp, 5ch, miss 1tr, turning ch and first 2ch on neck ch, 1dc in next ch, * [4ch, miss 3ch, 1dc in next ch] 3 times, 5ch, miss 4ch, 1dc in next st, repeat from * once more, [4ch, miss 3ch, 1dc in next ch] 3 times, 5ch, 1dc in first chsp of first shoulder, pattern to end, turn.
Next row: 3ch, 4tr in 1-chsp, * 1dc in cl, 5ch, cl4, 5ch, 1dc in cl, work 4tr, 1ch and 4tr in 5-chsp *, repeat from * to *, 2 (3) times more, ** 1dc in next 4-chsp, [4ch, 1dc in next 4-chsp] twice, work 4tr, 1ch and 4tr in 5-chsp **, repeat from ** to **, twice more, repeat from * to *, 2 (3) times, 1dc in cl, 5ch, cl4, 5ch, 1dc in cl, 5tr in last chsp, turn — 8 (10) pattern repeats plus 2 half repeats.
Pattern another 15 (18) rows. Mark each end of last row for end of side seams.
Pattern 45 (50) rows.
Picot row: 1dc in each of first 3tr, 3ch, 1dc in first of 3ch, 1dc in next 2tr, * work 2dc, 3ch, 1dc in first of 3ch and 2dc in next 5-chsp, 3ch, 1dc in first of 3ch, work 2dc, 3ch, 1dc in first of 3ch and 2dc in next 5-chsp, cl4, 4tr in 1-chsp, cl4, 1dc in next dc, turn, 5ch, cl4, 5ch, 1dc in next cl, turn, work 2dc, 3ch, 1dc in first of 3ch and 2dc in next 5-chsp, 3ch, 1dc in first of 3ch, work 2dc, 3ch, 1dc in first of 3ch and 2dc in next 5-chsp, repeat from *, ending, work 2dc, 3ch, 1dc in first of 3ch and 2dc in next 5-chsp, 3ch, 1dc in first of 3ch, work 2dc, 3ch, 1dc in first of 3ch and 2dc in next 5-chsp, 1dc in each of next 2tr, 3ch, 1dc in first of 3ch, 1dc in each of next 2tr, 1dc in top of ch.
Fasten off.
Front
First shoulder: Work as first shoulder on back to ***.
Pattern another 12 rows. Make 51ch at end of last row for neck edge. Fasten off.
Second shoulder: Work as first shoulder on back to ***.
Pattern another 12 rows. Slst end of neck edge ch of first shoulder to top of ch at beginning of last row of second shoulder.
Joining row: Pattern across second shoulder sts, ending, 3ch, cl4, 4tr in 1-chsp, cl4, 3ch, 1dc in 5-chsp, 5ch, miss 1tr, turning ch and first 2ch on neck ch, 1dc in next ch, * [4ch, miss 3ch, 1dc in next ch] 3 times, 5ch, miss 4ch, 1dc in next st, repeat from * once more, [4ch, miss 3ch, 1dc in next ch] 3 times, 5ch, 1dc in first chsp of first shoulder, pattern to end, turn.
Next row: 3ch, 4tr in 1-chsp, * 1dc in cl, 5ch, cl4, 5ch, 1dc in cl, work 4tr, 1ch and 4tr in 5-chsp *, repeat from * to *, 2 (3) times more, ** 1dc in next 4-chsp, [4ch, 1dc in next 4-chsp] twice, work 4tr, 1ch and 4tr in 5-chsp **, repeat from ** to **, twice more, repeat from * to *, 2 (3) times, 1dc in cl, 5ch, cl4, 5ch, 1dc in cl, 5tr in last chsp, turn — 8 (10) pattern repeats plus 2 half repeats.
Pattern another 7 (10) rows.
Mark each end of last row for end of side seams. Pattern 45 (50) rows. Work picot row as on back. Fasten off.
Neckband
Join shoulder seams. With right side facing and using 2.50 hook, work 1dc in right shoulder seam, work [4ch, 1dc] 5 times down right back neck, [4ch, 1dc in next dc] 12 times across centre back, [4ch, 1dc] 5 times up left back neck, [4ch, 1dc] 8 times down left front neck, [4ch, 1dc in next dc] 12 times across centre front, 4ch, [1dc, 4ch] 7 times up right front neck, slst in first dc.
Picot round: Work [2dc, 3ch and 1dc in first of 3ch, 2dc all in each 4-chsp] to end, slst in first dc. Fasten off.
Armbands
Join side seams. With right side facing and using 2.50 hook, work 1dc in side seam, then [4ch, 1dc] 26 (29) times around armhole edge, 4ch, slst in first dc.
Work picot row as on neckband. Fasten off.