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Make women's tops by hand

22705 Posts Recent Started
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 2:17 PM
Dear users, dear authors,
Women's tops are great not only as spring and summer projects to make; in fall and winter, handmade tops are also a treat.
Start crafting now.

More sweaters / pullovers.
More ponchos.
More tunics / shirts / tops.
More vests / jackets / cardigans.

Mod Tip: Many of the patterns for women's tops can also be made for girls, or in all sizes. This lets you craft designs for yourself, your daughter and your granddaughter with just one pattern.
It's worth it.

@Authors,
2-3 patterns per author are enough. Don't forget the link and image as well as materials info, technique info, details on the difficulty level and what makes the pattern special.

2851 Posts Recent Started
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 4:25 PM

This great sweater can be made in any size, and as the name suggests, you decide the neckline width, length, and
bust width yourself. Whether with a high collar and 2 or 3 buttons, or for
smaller children perhaps with just one button, everything can be individually
adjusted.
The pattern is completely timeless and can be worn by any gender. A great garment for every season.

As a little bonus, there is a pattern for the matching hat, which also explains exactly how to make it for the appropriate head circumference.

Materials needed:
  • You can work with any yarn you like; for women's size 36/38, a 4-ply, plied gradient yarn with a total yardage of approx. 1900 m was used here (the yarn consumption is of course
    dependent on size)
  • Crochet hook suitable for the yarn used, here size 4
  • 1 - 3 buttons (diameter depends on the yarn weight)
  • for the hat, with the specified yarn weight, an additional (depending on size) 250 m to 300 m of yarn





Click here and you’ll go directly to the sweater:

2851 Posts Recent Started
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 4:28 PM

This sweater could become a highlight in your wardrobe. Whether as a short-sleeved shirt, tunic, or as a long-sleeved sweater/tunic, with this pattern you can create everything according to your wishes.

The size, width, and length can be adjusted individually.

Required materials (of course depending on size and design)
  • For women’s size 36-40, I used approx. 1600 m of 4-ply yarn (for larger sizes, plan for correspondingly more)
  • Crochet hooks matching the yarn (size 4 was used here)
  • possibly beads for decoration





Click here to go to the pattern:

2213 Posts Recent Started
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 5:17 PM
Poncho "Cappuccino" - versatile, cuddly soft, and simply beautiful.

Thanks to two cleverly placed buttons, this poncho is a true
quick-change artist. Since the buttons fit through the openwork pattern, it is
not necessary to work in buttonholes - so the buttons can be fastened at any
spot you like - creating many different
ways to wear it!

Here is the pattern

Two Woolly Hugs BOBBEL-COTTON (50% cotton, 50% polyacrylic, yardage = 800 m/200 g) in color no. 02 were used for the poncho.

The finished cape is 144 cm long (72 cm when folded double) and 72 cm wide.
One size fits sizes 38 to 44

Suitable for beginners.
Required prior knowledge: chain stitch, single crochet, and treble crochet
Detailed description as a PDF file with text, crochet chart, and step-by-step photos.

2851 Posts Recent Started
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 5:19 PM

This poncho named “ Midnight Dream “ is perfect for braving the first autumn weather.
There are various ways to wear it, and in strong winds the
collar can simply be pulled closed. As a little bonus, there is a pattern for the matching hat. Whether for children or adults, the poncho as well as the hat are doable in all sizes. No annoying sewing together; it is worked in one piece.

Using the specified yarn and hook size, the poncho shown here has a wingspan of 1.60 m and a depth ( measured without the collar, from the neckline to the point ) of 0.70 m. It can of course be made smaller or larger.You can make it using written instructions and a crochet chart.

Materials needed:
  • a 4-ply, plied gradient yarn with a total yardage of approx. 1850 m was used here( The yarn consumption of course depends on the size )
  • crochet hook size 3.5 + size 4
  • for the hat, additionally ( depending on the size ) between 250 m and 300 m of yarn





Click here to go to the pattern:

2213 Posts Recent Started
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 5:20 PM
Thanks to the simple cut combined with an easy pattern, this top is quick and easy to crochet.

With a long-sleeve shirt underneath, it’s also a great garment for fall.


Whether casual with jeans, elegant with a skirt, or simply at the beach - this shirt/tunic is always an eye-catcher. If you lengthen it, it becomes a wonderful dress or mini dress.

The pattern is written for sizes 36/38, 40/42, and 44/46. But other sizes are no problem either thanks to the simple cut; how to do it is also explained in the pattern.

Click here for the pattern




The pattern includes text, a crochet chart (basic pattern), and a schematic drawing.

Required prior knowledge: chain stitch, single crochet, and double crochet

Material:
  • Elastico” by Lana Grossa (LL 160/50g) in carnation (color 127), size 36/38 = 250 g, size 40/42 = 300 g, size 44/46 = 350 g
  • 3.5 mm and 4.0 m crochet hooks
  • Thick sewing needle (for weaving in the ends)

2729 Posts Recent Started
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 5:51 PM
A wonderfully lightweight poncho—but thanks to the camel hair, still very warm.

The technique is basically kept simple—but the small cable border adds the perfect finishing touch!
The snowmen worked in bead technique also look very lovely and at the same time serve the purpose of weighting it down, which ensures a neat drape.

This pattern is designed for sizes 38/40.
However, the included cut and the gauge make it possible to work any size!

Detailed instructions guide you through the entire knitting process.

And here’s the link to the pattern and more details...


2729 Posts Recent Started
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 5:54 PM
Fall can come...
With this shrug, you'll be prepared for any weather!
The wonderful textured pattern - 2 different crochet patterns alternate - invites you to snuggle up.

The construction of the soul warmer uses no decreases or increases at all...
... making it absolutely recommended for beginners!

A detailed description guides you through the crochet process.
For clarity, the pattern includes 2 crochet charts.
In addition, 3 diagrams help you through the crochet process step by step.

This pattern is designed for sizes S/M/L/XL.
However, the pattern explains how the shrug can be very easily adjusted to any size.
The included template and gauge help with that!

And here’s the pattern and more details...


2729 Posts Recent Started
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 5:54 PM
The 1980s were really something special in terms of fashion...
... but what has stuck around and is still (or already back) on trend are puff sleeves!
Romantic sweaters this beautiful can be worn in every season!

The yarn used—a blend of silk, mohair, camel, and merino—enhances the lightness of this sweater! Silkhair or something similar also works perfectly!
The boat neck adds to the effect.

This project is absolutely suitable for beginners, since the pattern is kept very simple.

All patterns used are described in detail—stitch by stitch, and a knitting chart also helps with the knitting process.

This pattern is designed for sizes S-M and L-XL.
However, the included schematic and the gauge make it possible to make any size!

And here’s the pattern and more details...


352 Posts Recent Started
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 7:52 PM


A crochet top that automatically adapts to any size, from children’s sizes to XXL and does so without recalculating stitches or patterns for the desired size.


Crochet this top in your favorite colors, with your favorite wool or yarn; you don’t even need a gauge swatch.

How about mom and little daughter going out and about in matching outfits? With this pattern, that’s absolutely no problem. 

The unusual pattern is calculated so that it adapts to every size. How? This detailed and comprehensive pattern shows you. Supported by numerous step-by-step pictures, it will be easy even for beginners to recreate this elegant top.

Materials:
  • used for the pattern - 300g Mara by Glen More, 100% acrylic, 133 m/ 50g ... corresponds to the top in size 36
  • crochet hook 3.0
download it here now

583 Posts Recent Started
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 8:53 PM
Traditional top "Edelweiss " 

--> Go to the crochet pattern here 


September is the month of Oktoberfests. Everywhere you see gorgeous girls in their dirndls and sexy traditional tops. Now you can crochet one just like that for yourself. 

The pattern includes a written pattern, crochet charts, and lots of photos, so it's very easy to crochet the traditional top in your size. You only need to know how to take your own measurements and use the given gauges to convert the pattern to fit you. 
Of course, a calculation aid with the number of foundation stitches is provided again, so recalculating should not be a problem.

The model shown is crocheted for an underbust measurement of 85 cm / cup size 85 C.

Difficulty level: Medium

What you need:

Rellana Denim light blue (100% cotton 50 g = 140 m yardage) approx. 250 g Rellana Adina white (100% cotton 50 g = 125 m yardage) approx. 70 g Approx. 2.50–3 m black cordRecommended hook size 3 and a yarn needle

What you need to know:

chain stitches, single crochet, half double and double crochet, and post double crochet (illustration included in the pattern), slip stitches, sewing individual pieces together

2748 Posts Recent Started
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 12:54 AM

Knitting pattern: SOFTY knitted dress without sleeves - all yarns - very easy




(To purchase/download, please click the image)

..keeps you wonderfully warm and is quick and easy to knit with bulky yarns. It also works well under an outdoor jacket ;-)

The PDF short pattern contains the images from the image gallery and is described over 6 pages so that this lovely piece can be adapted to your own individual measurements.


Material used here:
Austermann Softy (98% merino, 2% PAM) – hand wash, 50 g = 53 m length, -knitting needles 10.0 to 12.0 – here circular knitting needle size 10, at least 80 cm cable length. Gauge according to the label: 8 sts = 10 cm

  • Size XS/S 500 g
  • Size M       550 g
  • Size L        600 g
  • Size XL/XXL    700 g
Stitch markers, measuring tape, scissors, a second circular knitting needle (or thread stitches onto a contrasting yarn) for holding the stitches, needle for weaving in ends.

Any desired yarns with the matching needle size are possible.

General knitting skills as well as knitting in rows and rounds and picking up stitches (= knitting on) are sufficient. A knitting course is not included, but helpful links are.

795 Posts Recent Started
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 6:56 AM


Crochet Pattern Cardigan/Jacket Raglan XS/S/M/L/XL

This beautiful jacket is crocheted from the top down (raglan).

Wonderful for the cooler fall days that are coming soon. Either for outdoors in slightly cool temperatures or also in the office for those really chilly days.

The measurements for this sweater are not just rigidly based on standard sizes. Every body is individual. Since we crochet the jacket from top to bottom, it can be adjusted completely individually.

Material
  • ONline Cora Linie 20 NS 4-5
  • Colors stone gray (approx. 500 g), black (approx. 200 g), and white (approx. 50 g)
  • Crochet hook 5.0 mm (or as desired)
  • Sewing needle/darning needle
  • Scissors 
  • Buttons (6 or as desired)
What will be crocheted?
  • Chain stitch
  • Turning chain
  • Single crochet
  • Double crochet
  • Slip stitch
  • Crab stitch
In my pattern, I have described everything in great detail and also tried to explain every technique
as well as possible. In the pattern, I crocheted and illustrated size L (40/42).

Even beginners can give this jacket a try. And if there are any problems, I’ll be very happy to help.

795 Posts Recent Started
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 6:57 AM


Crochet Pattern for a Quick Tunic (S-XL)

This beautiful tunic is crocheted almost in one piece.
It can be adjusted completely individually. 

The crochet pattern for this tunic is also suitable for beginners (with a little experience), as it also includes a “small crochet school.”

I have explained everything in great detail and step by step with lots of pictures, so that making it really goes smoothly. But I’m also happy to help at any time.

Material
  • DROPS Belle (needle size 4), 50 g/ 120 m yardage (4 different colors) approx. 350 - 500 g
  • Crochet hook 3.5 (or your choice
  • Sewing needle
  • Scissors
What is crocheted
  • Chain stitches
  • Slip stitches
  • Single crochet stitches
  • Double crochet stitches
Have fun, yours, Doreen

120 Posts Recent Started
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 3:05 PM

Sweater, poncho, infinity scarf, cape, or vest? The model "turn me" is a multifunctional design for ladies, knitted from approx. 800 g of yarn with size 12 knitting needles and lots of enthusiasm and love into a truly unusual piece.
The pattern includes tips and tricks as well as notes on adjusting the size. The model knits up quickly, also thanks to the many work-in-progress photos included in the pattern.

Cast on stitches, knit knit and purl stitches, and your new garment is done.

Here is the pattern for the model "turn me".


120 Posts Recent Started
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 3:15 PM

A combo pattern for a jacket, vest, cardigan, coat, LFK4
With this pattern, four different
models can be knitted in a classic rib pattern (slightly flared/widened at the bottom), based on one basic pattern with sizing information for sizes 36 - 46.
Open models (without a button band or closure band).Skills needed: picking up stitches, knit and purl stitches, decreasing stitches, binding off stitches. Quick to knit.Using many work-in-progress photos, I also explain a stitch decrease that I developed myself, as well as my variations for closing seams (for once
not grafting) and how to knit stable edges. Since I’m always thinking about how I can make the work easier for knitters, especially
for beginners, knitting from this pattern is
very easy, as I prefer uncomplicated cuts; this also applies
to joining individual knitted pieces.
Except for novelty yarn, any other material suitable for needle size 8, with a yardage of at least 65 m per 50 g, can be used. More detailed information
on materials and accessories as well as the amount needed (approx. 600 - 800 g) and the gauge is
provided in the pattern.

Here is the combo pattern.Ines wishes you lots of joy knitting.

120 Posts Recent Started
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 3:20 PM
Reversible poncho, model "crochet love"The pattern (PDF file, 10 pages, 750 KB) is very detailed and accompanied by many pictures, i.e. explained step by step.
Thanks to the pattern I designed, the poncho can also be worn reversible, since the pattern looks very beautiful from both sides. There are many different ways to wear it. I crocheted the poncho shown in the picture from alpaca-baby alpaca-mohair, and we crochet
very relaxed with crochet hook no. 7. More details about materials, accessories, and crochet tips that are also interesting for experienced crocheters are additionally listed in the pattern. Approximately 500 g - 700 g of material (depending on your choice) is sufficient; if fringe is desired on the poncho, this embellishment is also possible,
but then you will need more. However, it always depends on the material used
(yardage, texture, etc.).
Click here for the crochet pattern.

Ines from lessigfashion wishes you lots of joy crocheting

13182 Posts Recent Started
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 9:15 PM
This tunic is the ideal transitional piece. You can wear any shirt underneath it. It keeps you pleasantly warm.


The cotton tunic is easy to knit, even for beginners. However, basic knitting knowledge is required. There are almost no seams.

The pattern describes size 38-42. It can also be very easily expanded to other sizes.

You need the following materials (for the size described here):
  • 200 g cotton, yardage 170 m/50 g in red
  • 1 x 50 g cotton in yellow – same yarn quality
  • One 60 cm or 80 cm circular knitting needle each, sizes 3 and 3.5
  • Optional: a longer crochet hook no. 3 or 4 for picking up the stitches (if you are practiced at picking up stitches, it can also be done another way)
  • A crochet hook size 3 - 4
  • A yarn sewing needle for weaving in ends
  • A few stitch markers (I make small loops out of yarn for this)
You can of course choose a different color combination to suit your taste.


Here’s the knitting pattern for the tunic.

4464 Posts Recent Started
Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 11:02 PM

Click here for the pattern 

This sweater can be worn all year round.
On cooler days, wear either a long-sleeved T-shirt or a blouse underneath.

The PDF file explains how to make this sweater from your favorite yarn cake.
It’s easy to adjust to your desired size and is suitable for beginners.

To get started, you’ll need a size 3.5 crochet hook and a 4-ply yarn cake (250 g: 50% cotton / 50% acrylic).

3344 Posts Recent Started
Sunday, September 17, 2017 at 1:18 PM
This chic crochet tunic isn’t just for summer.

In the fall, too, this top can be worn as a cover-up over a T-shirt or a turtleneck sweater.



The tunic can be customized to fit any size.

We start by crocheting the top from the neckline using individual granny squares that are joined together. From there, we continue crocheting in rounds.



Materials needed:
  • For sizes S–M (L / XL / XXL), approx. 320–400 (500–750) grams or 1200–1700 (1,900–2,100) meters of sock-weight yarn (e.g., Alize Bamboo Fine or Alize Diva; a skein with 3 or 4 strands also works; to achieve a nice contrast, use 2 different colors in a ratio of approx. 60% : 40%)
  • Crochet hook size 3–3.5
  • Sewing needle
  • Scissors
Required skills:
  • Chain stitches
  • Single crochet
  • Double crochet
  • Front post double crochet
  • Slip stitches
  • Treble crochet
  • Magic ring

The crochet pattern for the top is 19 pages long and includes a photo tutorial for the granny squares, written instructions, numerous pictures, and detailed, professionally created crochet charts.

==> Click here to get the pattern from Wollness-Designs

3344 Posts Recent Started
Sunday, September 17, 2017 at 1:36 PM
Fall is poncho season!
A stylish knitted poncho is the trend accessory for every fall/winter season.

So grab the knitting pattern for the poncho Siria now.





We knit the poncho as a large rectangle, which is folded at the end and crocheted together along one side.

Fringe attached to one side gives it that special something. Its shape makes the poncho very versatile to wear.





Required materials

  • approx. 350 grams of MyBoshi “Flow” or another yarn in a comparable weight (approx. 900 meters of yarn)
  • size 7 knitting needles
  • 2 stitch markers
  • size 7 crochet hook
  • scissors
Required skills

  • knit stitches
  • purl stitches
  • cable pattern
The pattern for knitting the poncho includes:

  • 10 pages of instructions!
  • written-out instructions
  • professional and detailed computer-created knitting charts
  • photo tutorial for the garter-rib pattern
  • schematic drawings
Intermediate difficulty

Click here and get the knitting pattern from Wollness-Designs

   

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