Teal & Coral Chevron Crochet Top Free Pattern
Teal & Coral Chevron Crochet Top Free Pattern
Introduction
This breezy summer top is made for anyone who wants a light, wearable project that looks far more complicated than it is. Worked as two flat rectangles in a simple single crochet chevron, it uses only basic stitches and a two-row color stripe to create a rippled, coastal-grandmother look. The teal and coral bands feel fresh and beachy, while the deep V-neck and boxy 36-inch bust keep it easy to wear. The finished fabric is soft, slightly textured, and perfect for warm days over a tank or on its own.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Fingering weight (1 Super Fine), cotton or cotton blend. Teal (A): 350 yards. Coral (B): 350 yards.
- Hook: 4 mm (G/6) crochet hook, or size needed to match gauge.
- Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers, scissors, measuring tape.
- Finished size: Bust 36 inches, length 20 inches.
Abbreviations
- ch — chain
- sc — single crochet
- sk — skip
- st(s) — stitch(es)
- sl st — slip stitch
- RS — right side
- rep — repeat
Gauge
24 stitches and 12 rows = 4 inches in chevron pattern. To check, crochet a small swatch in pattern, measure a 4-inch section, and adjust your hook size if needed.
Tips Before You Start
- Count your stitches at the end of every row; the chevron repeat is easy to lose at the edges.
- Change colors on the last stitch of the row so the new color begins cleanly on the next row.
- Keep your chain and single crochets relaxed so the fabric drapes instead of standing stiff.
- Mark the center stitch of each 3-sc point with a stitch marker to keep the zigzag aligned.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Chevron Pattern (multiple of 12 sts + 1)
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, *sc in next 5 ch, 3 sc in next ch, sc in next 5 ch, sk 2 ch; rep from * across, ending with sc in last ch.
Row 2: ch 1, turn, sc in first sc, *sc in next 5 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 5 sc, sk 2 sc; rep from * across, ending with sc in last sc.
Rows 3 and beyond: rep Row 2 for pattern.
Back
Set-up: With A, ch 109.
Rows 1–2: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 3–4: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 5–6: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 7–8: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 9–10: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 11–12: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 13–14: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 15–16: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 17–18: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 19–20: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 21–22: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 23–24: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 25–26: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 27–28: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 29–30: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 31–32: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 33–34: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 35–36: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 37–38: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 39–40: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 41–42: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 43–44: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 45–46: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 47–48: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 49–50: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 51–52: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 53–54: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 55–56: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 57–58: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 59–60: Work in chevron pattern with B. Fasten off. Piece measures about 20 inches.
Front
Set-up: With A, ch 109.
Rows 1–2: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 3–4: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 5–6: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 7–8: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 9–10: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 11–12: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 13–14: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 15–16: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 17–18: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 19–20: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 21–22: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 23–24: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 25–26: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 27–28: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 29–30: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 31–32: Work in chevron pattern with B.
Rows 33–34: Work in chevron pattern with A.
Rows 35–36: Work in chevron pattern with B. Piece measures about 12 inches.
Front V-Neck Shaping
Next row (RS): Work in pattern across first 49 sts, turn, leaving remaining sts unworked.
Dec row 1: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (48 sts).
Dec row 2: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (47 sts).
Dec row 3: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (46 sts).
Dec row 4: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (45 sts).
Dec row 5: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (44 sts).
Dec row 6: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (43 sts).
Dec row 7: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (42 sts).
Dec row 8: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (41 sts).
Dec row 9: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (40 sts).
Dec row 10: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (39 sts).
Dec row 11: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (38 sts).
Dec row 12: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (37 sts).
Dec row 13: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (36 sts).
Dec row 14: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (35 sts).
Dec row 15: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (34 sts).
Work even: Work in pattern without decreasing until piece measures 20 inches, matching back. Fasten off.
Second shoulder: With RS facing, join yarn at neck edge of remaining sts, work in pattern across to end.
Dec row 1: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (48 sts).
Dec row 2: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (47 sts).
Dec row 3: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (46 sts).
Dec row 4: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (45 sts).
Dec row 5: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (44 sts).
Dec row 6: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (43 sts).
Dec row 7: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (42 sts).
Dec row 8: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (41 sts).
Dec row 9: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (40 sts).
Dec row 10: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (39 sts).
Dec row 11: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (38 sts).
Dec row 12: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (37 sts).
Dec row 13: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (36 sts).
Dec row 14: Work in pattern to last 2 sts, dec 1 st at neck edge (35 sts).
Dec row 15: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in pattern to end (34 sts).
Work even: Work in pattern without decreasing until piece measures 20 inches. Fasten off.
Edging
Neckline: With A, work 1 round sc evenly around neckline, join with sl st. Fasten off.
Armholes: With A, work 1 round sc evenly around each armhole, join with sl st. Fasten off.
Hem: With A, work 1 round sc evenly around bottom edge, join with sl st. Fasten off.
Assembly and Finishing
Sew shoulder seams: join 34 sts of front and back on each side. Sew side seams, leaving 7 inches open at the top for armholes. Weave in all ends. Block gently to finished measurements, pinning the chevron points straight and allowing the fabric to dry fully before wearing.
Pro Tips and Variations
- For a cropped look, stop the back and front at 16 inches and add the hem edging there.
- Try a solid teal version with a coral neckline edging for a simpler, more modern finish.
- Add a small split at the side seams for extra ease and a relaxed summer fit.
