Tunic, Summer Sweater, Mesh Shirt "Sophia" (top-down raglan)

Crochet a Summer Shirt – Airy Tunic in Your Desired Length (Top-Down Raglan)

This detailed crochet pattern for a tunic guides you step by step through the process of crocheting the shirt seamlessly from the top down – using the popular top-down raglan method. Two simple stitch patterns make this project especially beginner-friendly and fun to crochet.

You can easily adjust the summer shirt to any length you like – from a cropped top to a long tunic.

Versatile styling options:
This lightweight crochet pullover is a true all-rounder. In summer, it's perfect as a cover-up over your bikini or swimsuit – ideal for beach days, holidays, and festivals. In everyday life, the tunic pairs beautifully with jeans, shorts, or skirts.

Even on cooler days, this shirt is a stylish companion: Simply wear it over a fitted long-sleeve shirt or a slim dress – and you've got a trendy layered look.

Skills Required / What You'll Receive

The pattern includes a comprehensive step-by-step guide with written instructions, crochet charts, progress photos, and detailed measurements.

Required crochet skills: slip stitch, chain stitch, single crochet, double crochet.

Size Information

The pattern is written for sizes M and L.
The size shown in the photos is M.
Instructions on how to adjust the pattern to other sizes are included.

Materials List

• DENIM (recycled jeans yarn) by Myboshi (50% cotton, 50% recycled cotton, yardage = 140 m / 50 g)
  in a color of your choice; shown here: color Vintage
  You can use any yarn with a similar yardage of approximately 140 m per 50 g.
  You will need approximately 270 g for size M (US 8-10) and about 350 g for size L (US 12-14).
  For each additional size, you’ll need approximately 80 to 100 grams more.
• Crochet hook 4.5 mm
• Sewing needle (for sewing tails)
• 4 stitch marker

Additional Details by the Author

Copyright: By purchasing my crochet patterns you agree to the following stipulations: This pattern is for private use only. Transference, duplication, exchange, translation and publication of any kind (including publication on the Internet) of my pattern or excerpts of my patterns are not permitted. The same applies to the pictures contained in my instructions. Finished products may be sold in small quantities with credit to me: "Pattern made by Elke Eder" or the link to my shop and these instructions. © Elke Eder 2025. All rights reserved.