Country Sunset Top

"Make the Perfect Crochet Top Pattern using Lion Brand Mandala String to create a beautiful wearable for the Summer Months! This free pattern is suitable for a beginner crocheter with knowledge of basic crochet stitches that is looking for a bit of a challenge. Intermediate crocheters will find this to be an easy pattern once a few row repeats are completed and the pattern becomes very intuitive. This warm weather top is made using Lion Brand Mandala String, a lightweight yarn classified as a CYC 1. The self striping yarn used in this free pattern combined with many simple stitches makes this lightweight top look more complex than it is. When designing this pattern I want to create a look that would be flattering on any body type while using minimal shaping. Due to the yarn weight and open unique stitch pattern the drape created is fantastic and no shaping was necessary! For visual learners there is a stitch chart included along with step-by-step instructions to assemble your crocheted summer top."

Crochet HookD/3 or 3.25 mm hook

Yarn Weight(1) Super Fine (27-32 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet Gauge24 sts by 19 rows in pattern repeat is 4 by 4 inches.
Gauge Swatch: Make a starting chain of 34 and complete 19 rows.
Blocking will open this stitch pattern mostly row-wise and minimally stitch-wise.

Finished SizeXS/S (M/L, XL/2XL, 3/4XL) – 6-10” positive ease.