Free Crochet Cropped Farm Top Pattern That Gives Rural Vibes

Materials

• Yarn: A combination of Passione and Anne (mercerized cotton). Any similar DK or Fingering weight yarn can be used [00:30].

• Hook: 2.0 mm crochet hook [00:37].

• Colors Used (Sequence): Blue, Red, Light Pink, Yellow, and Green [09:28].

• Accessories: Scissors and a tapestry needle for finishing.

• Difficulty Level: Easy. The pattern uses basic stitches like double crochet and chain stitches in a repetitive square format [00:05].

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Step-by-Step Pattern: The Square

1. The Center (Blue)

• Ch 5, join with a slip stitch (sl st) to form a ring [00:49].

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• Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 2 dc in ring, ch 3. 3 dc in ring, ch 3. Repeat from * to * two more times. Join with sl st to top of ch-3. (4 blocks of 3 dc) [01:23].

2. Expansion Rounds (Red, Pink, Yellow, Green)

• Round 2 (Red): Join yarn in any corner (ch-3 space). Work a “corner shell”: (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in the corner. Ch 1, move to the next corner. Repeat around [03:13].

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• Rounds 3-5 (Pink, Yellow, Green): Continue expanding. In corners, work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc). In side ch-1 spaces, work 3 dc. Always separate corner shells and side blocks with ch 1 [05:40].

• Note: For a standard size, work until you have 5 rounds per square [09:07].

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Assembly and Back Closure

1. Joining the Squares

• The number of squares depends on the size (P, M, G). The squares are joined during the 5th (Green) round using a “join-as-you-go” method:

  • Instead of ch 3 in the corner, work ch 1, a single crochet (sc) into the corner of the finished square, and ch 1 [10:32].

  • Instead of ch 1 on the sides, work a sc into the side space of the finished square [11:24].

2. Side and Back Shaping

• Once the band of squares is joined, work additional rows of 3-dc blocks across the top and bottom edges of the entire band to reach the desired width [01:13:23].

• Back Closure (Decreases):

  • To create the tapered back for lacing, work rows of dc separated by ch 1 [16:18].

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  • Decrease by skipping one interval at the beginning of each row until the back piece narrows into a point or small band [19:54].

Special Features:

The modular nature makes it easily adjustable to any bust size. It can be made monochrome or multi-colored [00:10].

Uses:

Ideal as a summer top, beachwear, or a layering piece under sheer shirts.

Tutor’s Suggestions:

• • If the top feels too small, add an extra round of blue or red to each square before joining [14:26].

  • Adding a fabric lining (the tutor suggests red) provides comfort and prevents the top from being see-through [22:18].

Conclusion

The Farm Cropped Top is a fun, high-reward project that combines traditional crochet motifs with a modern fashion silhouette. It’s a great way to experiment with color while creating a durable, custom-fit piece.

Pro Tip:

When joining squares, keep your tension consistent. If the joins are too tight, the top won’t stretch comfortably over the bust; if too loose, the squares may sag! [13:03]