Pop Up Crochet Pattern Collection!

Hello there! This little pop up pattern collection popped [for a lack of better term] into my head and I thought it would be a fun way to celebrate those who want to beat the heat this Summer with these crochet tops. So of course, these designs were inspired by the Summer time and the need to keep cool, but still looking cool! Currently, I am working on a bigger Spring/Summer collection that will feature a handful of dresses, skirts and a super cute romper, so stay tuned!

All patterns used only 1 skein for each pattern and the sole yarn utilized for each pattern was from Red Heart Super Saver!

Get The Beat The Heat Pattern Collection here at:

The Dream Crochet Shoppe

The Bow of Love Crochet Top Pattern

Strapless bow bandeau with straps aligned in the back of the top.

The Simpleton Crochet Top Pattern

Simple bandeau with halter string strap, with strings aligned in the back.

The Spring Breeze Crochet Top Pattern

Sleeveless v-neck top created with an open stitch technique, perfect for layering.

The Dream Catcher Crochet Top Pattern

Crochet halter top with a granny circle in the back of top with strings connecting.

The Sunshine Circle Crochet Top Pattern

Crochet halter v-neck bra-lette with an open back.

x ashlee elle.

DIY: How To Crochet An Off The Shoulder Top// Free Pattern!

Hello there! Hope your having a good start to the week. This crochet design popped in my head and I was quite inspired to share this project with whomever would love a free pattern!

Ingredients:    
Crochet Hook>> H/8-5.00MM
Craft Scissors
Scrap Yarn used>>Less than half a Skein of Pink (Impeccable, Loops & Thread Yarn) Medium 4

Measurements of Top:
Length of top from neckline: 9.5 inches
Width of Top: 32 inches total (front and back)
Armhole/sleeves length: 8 inches
Length of neckline (strap to strap): 20.5 inches

Stitch guide:
HDC= half double crochet  
SS= slip stitch
ST(S)= stitch(es)
CH= chain R[number]= Row 

Step 1
This first step is to create the top, you will be working from the bottom of the top, to the bust then to form the straps. You will repeat this step twice to create the Full top!

CH 48 (or half desired waist measurement) 16 inches

R1: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R2-R3: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST, CH 1....(Repeat method until the end of the Row.
R4: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R5-R6: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST, CH 1....(Repeat method until the end of the Row.
R7: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R8-R9: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST, CH 1....(Repeat method until the end of the Row.
R10: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R11-R12: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST, CH 1....(Repeat method until the end of the Row.
R13: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R14-R15: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST, CH 1....(Repeat method until the end of the Row.
R16: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.

Step 2
This next step, it is to form the straps. You will repeat this step twice to create the Full top!
R17:  HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R18-R20: (Note: For each of these Rows, you will decrease by 1 ST.) DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST, CH 1....(*Repeat method until the end of the Row, for the last Row (20) SS to complete the Row.)

*Remember to repeat both of these Steps (Step 1 & 2) to create the top!

Step 3
Connecting the straps & the sides of the top for the armholes.

 You will sew both of the tops by the Straps.  (*Use photo above and below for reference!)

 Next, you will sew the sides of the top, for 14 STS only to form the armhole/sleeves of the top. (*Use photo below for reference.)

 Step 4
For a finishing technique for the top. Insert hook into the open neckline of the top to begin the finishing look.
R1: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R2: (*Note: This Row uses a scalloped technique.) HDC into the first ST, two times, *CH 1 and SS into the next ST, into the following ST, HDC two times into the next ST...(*Repeat method until the end of the Row, for the last Row (2) SS to complete the Row.) At end of the Row, SS, cut of the yarn to sew/weave in remaining strand. 

x ashlee elle.

DIY: How To Crochet A Flower Headband// Free Pattern!

Hello there! I've been wanting to create something super bright and colorful to celebrate the new Spring Season. When the idea of this crochet flower headband drifted into my mind and I knew I had to create it using only scrap yarn!

Ingredients:    
Crochet Hook>> G/6-4.25MM Scissors
Scrap Yarn used>>Less than half a Skein of Hot Pink/White/Yellow/Teal/Orange/Green/Light Green (Caron Simply Soft Yarn)

Stitch guide 
HDC= half double crochet  
SS= slip stitch
ST(S)= stitch(es)
CH= chain
R[number]= Row

How to create the Flowers
[I made approximately 24 flowers to create the headband.]
Using the White Yarn.
CH 3
Connect the first ST to the very Last ST, to create a small circle
SS

CH1
YO, Insert hook into the hole, HDC 6 times into the hole,
Connect the first ST to the very Last ST.
Next,  Using your a selected color yarn.
Insert hook and CH 3
R1: *HDC into the first ST, CH 3 and HDC into the following ST, CH 3...[This technique will be repeated around the entire crocheted piece.] SS at the very end to connect, cut strand off to sew in remaining yarn.
Connecting the flowers
Next, once all flowers are complete.
Using the white yarn to thread [with the yarn needle] less than half an yarn.
Sew the back of the flowers together, by their petals.
Connecting them one by one.

x, ashlee elle.