Crochet Mesh Top- Free Crochet Pattern

Crochet your own Mesh Top with our easy-to-follow pattern. This trendy mesh top is perfect for a fashionable and comfortable look.

This stunning top features the same beloved stitch pattern as our popular Peek-a-boo cardigan crochet pattern.

Crocheted to perfection, the Peek-A-Boo V-Neck Top is worked flat in one piece, requiring just a bit of seaming on the sides and sleeves. Available in sizes XS to 5X, this pattern comes with a detailed step-by-step video tutorial so you can easily follow along.

The open-stitch design makes it ideal for warmer days. It is made with Comfy Sport-weight yarn, a luxurious blend of Pima Cotton and Acrylic.

Endless outfit possibilities await – pair it with shorts, jeans, or skirts for a chic look. Size up and increase the length for a charming beach cover-up that exudes effortless style.

Get ready to elevate your wardrobe with this versatile and stylish Peek-A-Boo V-Neck Top.

Crochet is fun, hip, and trending this season! Crochet clothes, accessories, and decor are everywhere. A couple of years ago, I designed the Peek-a-Boo cardigan with the same mesh stitch, and it has been one of my best-selling patterns since. My daughters have been wanting a mesh top, so I couldn’t resist designing one!

What To Wear Under A Crochet Mesh Top

1. Bralette or Crop Top: A bralette or a crop top can provide coverage while still maintaining a stylish and trendy look. Opt for a lace bralette for a more feminine touch, or a plain crop top for a minimalist approach.
2. Tank Top or Camisole: For a bit more coverage, a fitted tank top or camisole works well. This option is great for a casual or semi-casual setting.
3. Bandeau: A bandeau provides minimal coverage while keeping the look sleek and sophisticated. It’s perfect for a night out or a festival.
4. Bathing Suit: If you’re headed to the beach or a pool party, wearing a swimsuit top under your crochet mesh top can be both practical and stylish.
5. Layered Tops: Wear a form-fitting turtleneck or long-sleeve top underneath for a more layered look. This works well for cooler weather or a more modest outfit.

Choose the option that best suits the event, your comfort level, and your personal style!

Best Yarn For A Crochet Mesh Top

For a crochet mesh top, which is perfect for warm summer days, the best yarn to use is light, breathable cotton. My favorite is WeCrochet’s Comfy Line. This yarn is indescribably soft and light—you have to try it to believe it! Made from a blend of Pima cotton and acrylic, it offers both durability and comfort

Size Chart For The Crochet Mesh Top

Skill Level

Intermediate, written in standard American terms.

Guage

18.5 sts and 9.5 rows equal to 4″ in mesh pattern blocked with 4.5mm hook

11 sts and 8 rows equal to 2″ in ribbed pattern blocked with 4mm hook

Guage Swatch

Before starting your project, it is best to create a gauge swatch. This initial step ensures that your tension and stitch count align with the pattern’s specifications. Maintaining the recommended gauge is essential for achieving the desired fit.

Adjusting your crochet hook size can help you reach the pattern’s required gauge, or switching hook style or brand can also help. It’s important to note that not all Sport Weight #2 yarns are identical; variations in thickness, drape, and softness can occur.

For your gauge swatch, I recommend crocheting a 6″ x 6″ square in the stitch pattern. Measure your stitches at the center of the swatch, aiming for 18.5 sts and 9.5 rows equal to 4″ blocked with a 4.5mm hook. If you discover too many stitches, consider switching to a larger hook size.

Conversely, if there are too few stitches, opt for a smaller hook size. The height of the stitch is less critical; you can adjust it by adding or reducing rows as necessary. Additionally, you can lengthen stitches by pulling up on them or shorten them by tightening your tension.

Suitable Yarn Substitutes

CotLin DK – 123 yards/50g

Galileo Sport – 131 yds/50g

Paintbox Cotton DK – 137yds/50g

Premier Bamboo Fair (CDN) – 273 yds/100g

Crochet Hooks Required

US G/6 (4mm)

US G+/7 (4.5mm)

Shop the Hook Set

Abbreviations

Blo – Back Loop Only

Ch – Chain

Dc – Double Crochet

Pm – Place Marker

Rep – Repeat

RS – Right Side

Sc – Single Crochet

Sk – Skip

Sl St – Slip Stitch

Sp(s) – Space(s)

St(s) – Stitch(es)

WS – Wrong Side

( ) – Work step in parentheses in indicated stitch

[ ] – Work step in brackets number of times indicated

Special Stitches

Beg Linked Double Crochet (dc): Working into beg ch-3, pick up a loop in the 2nd ch from hook, leave on the hook, pick up a loop in next st (3 loops on hook), [yo, draw through 2 loops] twice.

Linked Double Crochet (dc): Pick up a loop in the 2nd bar on side of previous dc, pick up a loop in the next st (3 loops on the hook), [yo, draw through 2 loops] twice.

Construction

The Top is worked flat in one piece from the bottom up, starting at the back. To create the sleeves, a chain is worked from each side of the body. The sleeves and body are crocheted as one piece. The neck opening is marked, and the following portion of the sleeve is worked alongside the front V-neck.

Connect the neck and proceed with the front section. Cut the yarn once the sleeve reaches the desired width. The front body is then designated and worked, finishing with the band. For the sleeve cuffs, work them onto the edge of the sleeves. The pattern is written for the smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses ( ). A step-by-step video tutorial is provided on our YouTube channel.

Video for the Crochet Mesh Top

In this video, we will guide you through each step of the pattern so you can create your very own beautiful Peek-A-Boo V-Neck Top.

Peek-A-Boo V-Neck

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The Peek-A-Boo V-Neck Top and its contents are fully owned and copyrighted by MJ’s Off The Hook Designs Inc., and all rights are reserved. This pattern is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws and may not be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, screenshots, printing or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written consent of the author, except in the case of permitted sharing on social media platforms.

Any unauthorized distribution or reproduction of this pattern or elements of the instructions is strictly prohibited and may result in civil or criminal penalties. This free crochet pattern is intended for personal viewing on the blog only. By accessing this pattern, you acknowledge and agree to comply with these copyright terms and conditions.

If you have any questions regarding this copyright notice or the use of the pattern outlined within, please contact MJ’s Off The Hook Designs Inc. in writing.

Thank you for respecting the author’s intellectual property and hard work!

Pattern Support

Additionally, please note that the only pattern support offered for this pattern is available on our Facebook community group and through the YouTube tutorial. The modifications given in the PDF are the only ones included, so if you choose to modify the pattern or use a different yarn weight, you will need to figure out the modifications on your own.

We appreciate your understanding and hope that you have a fantastic experience creating this pattern. Please feel free to lend support to fellow members of the community group as we work together to create beautiful crochet projects.

Rows 3-25: 

Rep rows 1 & 2, ending on row 1—77 (87, 97, 107, 117, 127, 137, 147, 157) sts. Last Row change to smaller hook.

Band

The band is joined as you go to the last row.

Row 1: 

With smaller hook, ch 11, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, sk first st at the edge, sl st in next 2 sts, turn—10 sts.

Row 2: 

Sk sl sts, 1 sc in the blo of each st across, turn—10 sts.

Row 3: 

Ch 1, work 1 sc in the blo of each st across, sl st in next 2 sts (edge), turn—10 sts.

Rows 4- 77 (87, 97, 107, 117, 127, 137, 147, 157): 

Rep Row 2 & 3, ending on row 2. The last Row fasten off and weave in tails.

Sleeve Cuff

Repeat for left and right sleeves.

Sleeve Edge: 

With RS facing and the smaller hook join yarn to the edge of sleeve, ch 1, work 1 sc st per row across the sleeve edge, 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64) sts.

Cuff

The cuff is joined as you go to the sleeve edge.

Row 1: 

Ch 11, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, sk first st at the sleeve edge, sl st in next 2 sts (sleeve edge), turn—10 sts.

Row 2: 

Sk sl sts, 1 sc in the blo of each st across, turn—10 sts.

Row 3: 

Ch 1, work 1 sc in the blo of each st across, sl st in next 2 sts (sleeve edge), turn—10 sts.

Rows 4- 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64): 

Rep Rows 2 & 3 ending on Row 2. After the last row, fasten off with a long tail for seaming.

Blocking

Wet the garment in lukewarm water with a small amount of dish soap or woolwash. Allow soaking for around 30 min. Squeeze out as much water as possible. Wrap the garment in a towel to press out the excess water. Lay the garment out on blocking mats and pin it to measurements. Allow the garment to dry thoroughly.

Seaming

Repeat for the Left and Right Sides.

Fold the garment RS facing, lining up the sides and sleeves (ensure the mesh pattern is lined up). With a yarn needle and yarn tail, whip stitch the sleeve and sides together. Weave in the ends.

Neck Edging

Put a slip knot on the smaller hook. RS facing join yarn to the back right corner.

Round 1: 

Ch 1, work 1 sc in each st across the neck opening; when working down and up the sides of the V-neck, work 2 sc per dc row and 1 sc per sc row; add 1 sc in the base of the V-neck), sl st in first sc to join.

Round 2: 

Ch 1, work 1 sc in the blo of each st around, sl st in the first sc to join. Fasten off and weave in tails.

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