Breeze into summer with this lightweight, flowy Tunisian crochet top, designed for warm, sunny days. Featuring an all-over delicate lace pattern and short sleeves, this airy garment offers the perfect balance of elegance and comfort. Constructed virtually seamlessly, it includes thoughtful shoulder shaping and size-inclusive drop shoulders for a flattering, effortless fit. The relaxed silhouette drapes beautifully, while the charming front ties add a playful, cute touch. Perfect for layering over dresses, tank tops, or swimwear, this top captures carefree summer vibes with a stylish twist—ideal for those who love intricate-looking stitches in a wearable, breezy design.
Pearl Top
$10
Breeze into summer with this lightweight, flowy Tunisian crochet top, designed for warm, sunny days. Featuring an all-over delicate lace pattern and short sleeves, this airy garment offers the perfect balance of elegance and comfort. Constructed virtually seamlessly, it includes thoughtful shoulder shaping and size-inclusive drop shoulders for a flattering, effortless fit. The relaxed silhouette drapes beautifully, while the charming front ties add a playful, cute touch. Perfect for layering over dresses, tank tops, or swimwear, this top captures carefree summer vibes with a stylish twist—ideal for those who love intricate-looking stitches in a wearable, breezy design.
Pattern Information
Pattern
Information
Yarn: Fingering Weight
Languages: en, ES, de
Level: Intermediate
Sizes & Fit
This pattern comes in 10 different sizes that are color-coded and in the order shown here: 1 (2,3, 4)(5, 6, 7)(8, 9, 10).
Designed to be worn with 6 - 10 cm / 2¼ - 4 in of positive ease around bust. The grey sample is size 3 for a tighter fit; the yellow sample is size 4; model measures about 103 cm / 40½ in around bust.
Designed to be worn with 6 - 10 cm / 2¼ - 4 in of positive ease around bust. The grey sample is size 3 for a tighter fit; the yellow sample is size 4; model measures about 103 cm / 40½ in around bust.
Sizes | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bust (cm) | 82.5 | 92.5 | 102.5 | 112.5 | 122.5 | 132.5 | 142.5 | 152.5 | 162.5 | 172.5 |
Bust (in) | 32½ | 36½ | 40½ | 44¼ | 48¼ | 52¼ | 56 | 60 | 64 | 68 |
These are the finished garment measurements. |
Material Requirements
YARN
Fingering Weight
For a cropped garment
Approx 1010 (1088, 1165, 1290)(1435, 1580, 1785)(1915, 2065, 2185) m / 1100 (1190, 1275, 1415)(1570, 1730, 1955)(2095, 2260, 2390) yds
For a full-length high-low hem
1750(1910,2085, 2285, 2445) (2700, 2825, 3085, 3265) m/ 1915(2090, 2280, 2500, 2675) (2955, 3090, 3375, 3570) yds
Every lace pattern repeat is approx 3.8 cm / 1½ in, and will add approx 60 (67, 75, 81.5)(89, 96, 103)(110, 118, 125) m / 65 (73, 81, 89)(97, 105, 113)(121, 129, 137) yds of yarn for the body section.
Yardage provided includes 5% extra for swatching and margin of error. Adjust amounts for desired length.
Hooks
• 4 mm Tunisian crochet hook, or size needed to meet gauge, using a 100 cm or longer cable for the body and 40 or 60 cm cable for the rest of the sections.
• 4.5 mm or larger hook for making the braided edging and straps.
• 4.5 mm or larger hook for making the braided edging and straps.
Notions
Tapestry needle • Stitch Markers (between 36-50) • Scissors
Yarn used in the sample:
Grey sample is Pascuali, Arctic Pearl (100% Lyocell (Seacell), 50g, 245 m / 268 yds) in color 02 Stone with 4 mm hook for the body. Approx 5 (5, 6, 6)(7, 7, 8)(9, 9, 10) balls for a cropped top.
Yellow sample is Pascuali, Hand dyed Pinta (60% Organic Merino Wool, 20% Mulberry Silk, 20% Ramie, 50g, 212 m / 232 yds) in color H211 Marigold with 4 mm hook for the body. Approx 5 (5, 6, 6)(7, 7, 8)(9, 9, 10) balls for a cropped top.
Alternative Yarns
Any fingering weight yarn will work – keep in mind that yarn content will affect drape and warmth levels.
- KnitPicks, Lindy Chain (70% Linen, 30% Pima Cotton)
- KnitPicks, Samia (80% Cupro, 20% Mulberry Silk)
- MillaMia, Naturally Baby Soft (50% Cotton, 50% Soy)
- DMC, Natura Linen (58% Linen 26% Viscose 16% Cotton)
gauge
20 sts x 21 rows = 10 cm / 4in
In lace pattern worked flat after blocking
Swatch Instructions
Follow Lace gauge instructions in pattern.
Be sure to block and check gauge before starting by making a big enough gauge swatch (at least 15 x 15 cm / 6 x 6 in).
Certain materials might sag, and fabric may extend too much with drape, so adjust hook size appropriately.
Lookbook
Check out the Lookbook for more pattern info and testers photos in different sizes!
Pearl Top – De Rerum Natura Antigone
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Pearl Top – De Rerum Natura Antigone
Description
I had the honor of testing this pattern for Sandra and it is such a gorgeous pattern! Project details and more photos are on my Ravelry project page: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/ShuWenT/pearl-top
Materials & Tools
Hooks Used
4.0mm
Timeline
Started
2025-03-06
Finished
2025-04-06
Gallery
