Vienna Top Crochet Pattern

This top is made from the top down using v stitches and can be made cropped, longer, or it can even be continued to dress length, depending on your style.

Materials

dk / weight 3 yarn. I used Debbie Bliss Cotton DK shades White, Avocado and Putty (84 metres per 50g)

4 and 4.5mm crochet hooks

Written in English US terms with abbreviations for UK

sc = single crochet (double crochet in UK)

dc = double crochet (treble crochet UK)

V stitch = [dc, ch1, dc] in the same space (treble crochet, ch1, treble crochet in the same space UK)

ch = chain

blo = crochet in the back loops

slst = slip stitch

Gauge

With 4.5mm hook

Chain 15

Row 1: v stitch in the third chain from hook, *skip 1, v stitch* x 6. (7 v stitches) Turn

Row 2: v stitch in each ch1 space. (7 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 2 until 8 rows have been worked

7 v stitches x 8 rows = 4” x 4”

Pattern notes and photos

The top is worked by making the back, then the front, slst the chain from the front to the back, then working in joined rounds.

Each size is written separately, the progress photos and straps are at the end.

The ch1 does not count as a stitch.

After making a few of the joined rounds, make the armholes, then you will be able to try on and check the fit and decide how long you would like it.

My sample was made in size 6-12 months, I did the first 3 rows in Avocado, then repeated *1 row white, 2 rows putty, 1 row white, 2 rows Avocado*. To change colour, fasten off and join new colour in the first stitch.

It can be made in one colour or as many as you like.

There are two strap options, the sc ribbed one like I did or fpdc, bpdc.

If you want to decrease the v stitch, this video shows how, make the decrease at the side of the top.

The size guide for lengths is just a guide, as we are all different it’s always best to measure the individual you are making for to get the perfect fit.

0-3 Months

Using a 4.5mm hook ch16 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (15) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (8 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (10 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (10 v stitches) Turn

Ch9 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch9, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 5: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 4, v stitch x 10, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 4, v stitch x 10, slst to first. (28 v stitches) Turn

Row 6: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (28 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 6 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch20, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

3-6 months

Using a 4.5mm hook ch18 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (17) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (9 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (11 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (11 v stitches) Turn

Ch11 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch11, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 5: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 5, v stitch x 11, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 5, v stitch x 11, slst to first. (32 v stitches) Turn

Row 6: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (32 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 6 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch22, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

6-12 Months

Using a 4.5mm hook ch22 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (21) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (11 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (11 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (13 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (13 v stitches) Turn

Ch11 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch11, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 6: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 5, v stitch x 13, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 5, v stitch x 13, slst to first. (36 v stitches) Turn

Row 7: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (36 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 7 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch24, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

1-2 Years

Using a 4.5mm hook ch22 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (21) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (11 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (11 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (13 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (13 v stitches) Turn

Ch13 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch13, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 6: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 6, v stitch x 13, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 6, v stitch x 13, slst to first. (38 v stitches) Turn

Row 7: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (38 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 7 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch26, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

3-4 Years

Using a 4.5mm hook ch26 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (25) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (13 v stitches) Turn

Row 3-4: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (13 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (15 v stitches) Turn

Row 6: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (15 v stitches) Turn

Ch13 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch13, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 7: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 6, v stitch x 15, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 6, v stitch x 15, slst to first. (42 v stitches) Turn

Row 8: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (42 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 8 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch28, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

5-6 Years

Using a 4.5mm hook ch26 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (25) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (13 v stitches) Turn

Row 3-4: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (13 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (15 v stitches) Turn

Row 6: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (15 v stitches) Turn

Ch15 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch15, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 7: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 7, v stitch x 15, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 7, v stitch x 15, slst to first. (44 v stitches) Turn

Row 8: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (44 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 8 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch30, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

7-8 Years

Using a 4.5mm hook ch26 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (25) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (13 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (13 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (15 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (15 v stitches) Turn

Row 6: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (17 v stitches) Turn

Row 7: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (17 v stitches) Turn

Ch15 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch15, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 8: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 7, v stitch x 17, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 7, v stitch x 17, slst to first. (48 v stitches) Turn

Row 9: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (48 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 9 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch32, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

9-10 Years

Using a 4.5mm hook ch28 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (27) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (14 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (14 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (16 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (16 v stitches) Turn

Row 6: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (18 v stitches) Turn

Row 7-8: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (18 v stitches) Turn

Ch15 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch15, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 9: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 8, v stitch x 18, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 8, v stitch x 18, slst to first. (52 v stitches) Turn

Row 10: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (52 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 10 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch34, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

Small

Using a 4.5mm hook ch30 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (29) Turn

Row 2-3: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (15 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (17 v stitches) Turn

Row 5-6: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (17 v stitches) Turn

Row 7: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (19 v stitches) Turn

Row 8-9: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (19 v stitches) Turn

Ch19 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch19, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 10: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 9, v stitch x 19, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 9, v stitch x 19, slst to first. (56 v stitches) Turn

Row 11: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (56 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 11 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch36, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

Medium

Using a 4.5mm hook ch34 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (33) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (17 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (19 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (19 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (21 v stitches) Turn

Row 6-7: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (21 v stitches) Turn

Row 8: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (23 v stitches) Turn

Row 9: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (23 v stitches) Turn

Ch19 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch19, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 10: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 9, v stitch x 23, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 9, v stitch x 23, slst to first. (64 v stitches) Turn

Row 11: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (64 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 11 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch40, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

Large

Using a 4.5mm hook ch38 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (37) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (19 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (21 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (21 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (23 v stitches) Turn

Row 6-7: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (23 v stitches) Turn

Row 8: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (25 v stitches) Turn

Row 9-10: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (25 v stitches) Turn

Ch21 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch21, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 11: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 10, v stitch x 25, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 10, v stitch x 25, slst to first. (70 v stitches) Turn

Row 12: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (70 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 12 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch40, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

XL

Using a 4.5mm hook ch40 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (39) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (20 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (22 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (22 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (24 v stitches) Turn

Row 6: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (24 v stitches) Turn

Row 7: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (26 v stitches) Turn

Row 8: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (26 v stitches) Turn

Row 9: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (28 v stitches) Turn

Row 10: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (28 v stitches) Turn

Ch21 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch21, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 11: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 10, v stitch x 28, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 10, v stitch x 28, slst to first. (76 v stitches) Turn

Row 12: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (76 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 12 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch42, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

2XL

Using a 4.5mm hook ch42 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (41) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (21 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (23 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (23 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (25 v stitches) Turn

Row 6: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (25 v stitches) Turn

Row 7: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (27 v stitches) Turn

Row 8: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (27 v stitches) Turn

Row 9: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (29 v stitches) Turn

Row 10: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (29 v stitches) Turn

Row 11: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (31 v stitches) Turn

Ch23 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch23, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 12: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 11, v stitch x 31, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 11, v stitch x 31, slst to first. (84 v stitches) Turn

Row 13: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (84 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 13 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch42, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

3XL

Using a 4.5mm hook ch46 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (45) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (23 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (25 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (25 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (27 v stitches) Turn

Row 6: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (27 v stitches) Turn

Row 7: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (29 v stitches) Turn

Row 8: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (29 v stitches) Turn

Row 9: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (31 v stitches) Turn

Row 10: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (31 v stitches) Turn

Row 11: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (33 v stitches) Turn

Ch25 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch25, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 12: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 12, v stitch x 33, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 12, v stitch x 33, slst to first. (90 v stitches) Turn

Row 13: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (90 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 13 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch42, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

4XL

Using a 4.5mm hook ch42 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (49) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (25 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (27 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (27 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (29 v stitches) Turn

Row 6: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (29 v stitches) Turn

Row 7: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (31 v stitches) Turn

Row 8: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (31 v stitches) Turn

Row 9: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (33 v stitches) Turn

Row 10: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (33 v stitches) Turn

Row 11: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (35 v stitches) Turn

Row 12: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (35 v stitches) Turn

Ch27 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch27, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 13: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 13, v stitch x 35, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 13, v stitch x 35, slst to first. (96 v stitches) Turn

Row 14: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (96 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 14 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch44, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

5XL

Using a 4.5mm hook ch54 (Row 1 is wrong side facing)

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, sc all. (53) Turn

Row 2: ch1, v stitch, *skip 1, v stitch*. (27 v stitches) Turn

Row 3: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (29 v stitches) Turn

Row 4: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (29 v stitches) Turn

Row 5: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (31 v stitches) Turn

Row 6: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (31 v stitches) Turn

Row 7: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (33 v stitches) Turn

Row 8: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (33 v stitches) Turn

Row 9: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (35 v stitches) Turn

Row 10: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (37 v stitches) Turn

Row 11: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space. (37 v stitches) Turn

Row 12: ch1, v stitch on top of first dc, v stitch in each ch1 space, v stitch on top of last dc. (39 v stitches) Turn

Ch27 and fasten off.

Repeat to make front, after the ch27, slst to the other side of the back and turn

Row 13: working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 13, v stitch x 39, working along the chain, skip 1, *v stitch, skip 1* x 13, v stitch x 39, slst to first. (104 v stitches) Turn

Row 14: ch1, v stitch in each ch1 space, slst to the first. (104 v stitches) Turn

Repeat row 15 until you reach the length in the chart or length you prefer.

(After making a few rounds, it’s best to make the armholes so you can measure from the top strap or have a try on for the length)

Fasten off.

Straps

Using a 4mm hook join yarn to the centre of under arm

Sc from under the arm, to the top, ch44, sc back down to under the arm, slst to the first. Continue to the armhole strap at the end.

Progress photos

Slst the chain to the other side of the back.

once you reach the end, continue working across the next chain.

Join yarn at the centre of the under arm.

Sc up to the top (make 2 sc on the sides of the rows) chain the required stitches to make a strap.

Sc back down to the centre of the under arm.

Ribbed armhole strap (All sizes)

Once you have done the row of sc and chained required stitches as indicated on your size

Using a 4mm hook

Ch5 for sizes 0-3 months to 2 years, ch6 for sizes 3-10 years, ch8 for adult sizes

Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc all, slst 2 stitches of the armhole. (2 slsts in total for joining) Turn

Row 2: (in blo) ch1, sc all. Turn

Row 3: (in blo) ch1, sc all, slst 2 stitches of the armhole. (2 slsts in total for joining) Turn

Repeat rows 2 and 3 until you get all the way round, either slst to the first row or fasten off with a long end and sew the seam.

Fpdc, bpdc armhole strap

(All sizes)

Once you have done the row of sc and chained required stitches as indicated on your size

Using a 4mm hook

Row 1: ch1, dc all, slst to first. Turn

Row 2: ch1, *fpdc, bpdc* repeat to end, slst to first. Turn

Repeat row 2 until you are happy with the width of the strap.

Measure the length from the top of the strap.

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