Crochet Trippy Tunic Top
Get ready to turn heads with this mesmerizing Crochet Trippy Tunic Top! This unique piece is a must-have for anyone who wants to make a bold fashion statement. The intricate crochet pattern creates a stunning visual effect that is sure to catch everyone's attention. The tunic length adds a touch of elegance, making it perfect for both casual and dressy occasions.The trippy design adds a fun and playful element to your outfit, making it a great choice for festivals, parties, or even a night out on the town. Pair it with your favorite jeans or leggings for a chic and trendy look. Whether you're heading to a music festival or simply want to stand out from the crowd, this Crochet Trippy Tunic Top is the perfect addition to your wardrobe.
Skill Level: Easy
Required Supplies:
STITCH NATION by Debbie Stoller® Bamboo Ewe™: 1 ball each 5625 Sprout A and 5230 Buttercup B
(Bamboo Ewe is discontinued)
Crochet Hook: 6.5mm [US K-10½]
Yarn needle
This piece offers many wearing options. It looks great with a tank top and jeans, but would look fabulous over a pretty dress or could double as a beach cover up. This versatile tunic would be perfect for summer travel plans.
Gauge/Tension: GAUGE: Rows 1-2 = 5″ across. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.
One size fits most.
Diameter: 30”, laid flat. Because of the loose nature of pattern stitch, Tunic changes shape to fit a wide variety of sizes.
NOTE:
Tunic is worked in a circle from center out. Two circles are sewn together for shoulders and sides.
TUNIC
First Circle
With A, ch 6, slip st into first ch to form ring.
Round 1: Ch 4 (counts as tr here and throughout), work 19 tr in ring, slip st in top of beginning ch to join – 20 tr.
Fasten off.
Round 2: Join B in any tr, ch 6 (counts as tr and ch 2), tr in next tr, *ch 2, tr in next tr; repeat from * 17 more times, ch 2, slip st in 4th ch of beginning ch – 20 tr and ch-2 spaces.
Fasten off.
Round 3: Join A in any ch-2 space, ch 4, tr in same ch-2 space, *ch 5, 2 tr in next ch-2 space; repeat from * 18 more times, ch 5, slip st in top of beginning ch.
Fasten off.
Round 4: Join B in any ch-5 space, ch 10 (counts as hdc and ch 8 here and throughout), *hdc in next ch-5 space, ch 8; repeat from * 18 more times, ch 8, slip st in 2nd ch of beginning ch.
Round 5: Slip st in next 5 ch, ch 10, *hdc in next ch-8 space, ch 8; repeat from * 18 more times, ch 8, slip st in 2nd ch of beginning ch.
Round 6: Ch 7 (counts as dc and ch 4), *dc in next ch-8 space, ch 4, dc in next hdc, ch 4; repeat from * 18 more times, ch 4, dc in next ch-8 space, ch 4, slip st in 3rd ch of beginning ch – 40 dc and ch-8 spaces.
Round 7: Ch 5 (counts as dc, ch 2), dc in same st as join (increase made), *[ch 5, dc in next dc] 9 times, ch 5, (dc,
ch 2, dc) in next dc (V-st made); repeat from * 2 more times, [ch 5, dc in next dc] 9 times, ch 5, slip st in 3rd ch of
beginning ch – 44 dc, 40 ch-5 spaces, and 4 ch-2 spaces.
Rounds 8-12: (Slip st, ch 5, dc) in first ch-2 space, *ch 6, skip next dc (the 2nd dc of the V-st), [ch 6, dc in next dc] 9 times, ch 6, (dc, ch 2, dc) in ch-2 space of next V-st; repeat from * 2 more times, skip next dc, [ch 6, dc in next dc] 9 times, slip st in 3rd ch of beginning ch.
Fasten off.
Round 13: Join A in any ch-2 space, ch 5, dc in same space, *skip next dc, [ch 8, dc in next dc] 10 9 times, ch 8, (dc, ch 2, dc) in ch-2 space of next V-st; repeat from * 2 more times, skip next dc, [ch 8, dc in next dc] 9 times, ch 8, slip st in 3rd ch of beginning ch.
Rounds 14-15: (Slip st, ch 5, dc) in first ch-2 space, *skip next dc, [ch 8, dc in next dc] 9 times, (dc, ch 2, dc) in ch-2 space of next V-st; repeat from * 2 more times, skip next dc, [ch 8, dc in next dc] 9 times, ch 8, slip st in 3rd ch of beginning ch.
Fasten off
FINISHING
Arrange Circles with right sides together and (dc, ch 2, dc) corners aligned.
Joining Yarn (Wrong Side): Working through both layers for Side, join B in first dc in any (dc, ch 2, dc) corner, ch 1, sc in same dc, sc in ch-2 space, [sc in next dc, work 8 sc in ch-8 space] 4 times, dc in next dc, working along B edge of Second Circle only for Armhole, [work 8 sc in ch-8 space, sc in next dc] 5 times, work 8 sc in ch-8 space, working through both layers for Shoulder, sc in dc, sc in ch-2 space, sc in dc, [work 8 sc in ch-8 space, sc in next dc] 3 times, working along B edge of Second Circle only for Neck, [work 8 sc in ch-8 space, sc in next dc] 3 times, work 8 sc in ch-8 space, working through both layers for Shoulder, sc in dc, [work 8 sc in ch-8 space, sc in next dc] 3 times, sc in ch-2 space, sc in next dc, working along B edge of Second Circle only for Armhole, [work 8 sc in ch-8 space, sc in next dc] 5 times, work 8 sc in ch-8 space, working through both layers for Side, sc in dc, [work 8 sc in ch-8 space, sc in next dc] 4 times, sc in ch-2 space, sc in next dc, working along B edge of Second Circle only for lower edge, [work 8 sc in ch-8 space, sc in next dc] 9 times, work 8 sc in ch-8 space, slip st to first st to join.
Fasten off.
Weave in ends.
ABBREVIATIONS:
A, B = Color A, B;
ch = chain;
dc = double crochet;
hdc = half double crochet;
mm = millimeters;
sc = single crochet;
st(s) = stitch(es);
tr = triple or treble crochet;
[ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified;
* or ** = repeat whatever follows the * or ** as indicated.