Slip into sunny vibes with this free crochet sunflower top pattern that makes every day and adds a floral touch to your warm weather outfits.
Bright yellow petals combine with a soft background to create a top that feels like sunshine in every stitch. Cheery floral shapes pop from the fabric in a way that makes anyone smile. With its comfortable fit and eye-catching design, the crochet sunflower top pattern makes a thoughtful gift or a fun statement piece for your own wardrobe. It’s perfect for keeping cool at summer picnics, adding a touch of joy to everyday life, or standing out at a festival.
Free Crochet Sunflower Top Pattern for your festival days
The simple shapes and bold colors look great on everyone and the pretty sunflower motif draws attention wherever you go. Each part fits together easily, so it’s fun to see your project grow each time you pick it up. Soft yarn keeps it gentle on the skin, making it perfect for warm days or layering with a favorite sweater when it’s cool outside. Wearing it brings a happy burst of summer all year long.
Materials
- Yarn: Mercerized cotton thread or “crochet thread” (sample used “coral thread” from Colombia, category 2/fine)
- Hook: 2.5 mm to 3.5 mm (depending on your tension and chosen yarn)
- Notions:
- Yarn needle (for sewing/weaving in ends)
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
- Sewing needle and thread (to attach sunflowers)
- Optional: Stitch markers
- Sunflower Motifs: Prepared separately (not included in this pattern)
Key Abbreviations (US Terminology)
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet |
| hdc | half double crochet |
| dc | double crochet |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| st(s) | stitch(es) |
| sp | space |
| rep | repeat |
| FO | fasten off |
Special Notes:
- All stitches use US crochet terminology.
- The number of chains and rounds for the bra cups depends on your size (see instructions below).
- Make two identical bra cups.
- Sunflower motifs are sewn on as an embellishment at the end.
Pattern Instructions
1. Cup Base Chain (Make 2)
Choose Starting Chain Amount by Size
- Band size 28–30: Ch 14
- Band size 32–34: Ch 16
- Band size 36–38: Ch 18
Sample pattern will use Ch 16 for size 34.
Foundation Row
- Ch your base amount + 2 ch (turning chain, does not count as a st).
- Row 1:
- Dc in 3rd ch from hook (this is your first dc).
- Dc in each ch to end (should be the same as your original chain count).
- In last ch, work 3 additional dc (total 4 dc in that st/space – this forms the cup tip).
- Ch 1, work 4 dc in same st (this creates the turn for working along the other side).
- Continue dc in each ch down the other side, inserting your hook under the unused loops.
- You will have 15 dc on this side (the original dc row counted one as part of the tip).
- Turn.
2. Cup Increases and Lengthening
Standard Row (Repeat for All Cup Rows)
- Ch 2 (for turning, NOT counted as a st) and turn.
- Dc in each dc up to the ch-1 sp/tip.
- In ch-1 sp/tip:
- 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc (always increase here).
- Continue dc in each st down opposite side.
- Repeat for:
- Band size 28–30: 8 total rows
- Band size 32–34: 10 total rows
- Band size 36–38: 12 total rows
- (You may add or subtract rows for a custom fit.)
3. Edging and Neck Strap
- After final row, ch 1 and turn.
- Work sc evenly along the cup edge (across the first side up to the tip).
- At tip (central ch-1 space/top of cup):
- Ch 120 (neck tie — adjust as needed).
- Starting in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in each ch, all the way back down the strap.
- Sl st or sc into the tip sp to anchor the strap.
- Continue working sc along the next edge down to the bottom, then along the base of cup (sc).
- FO at the end.
4. Bottom Foundation Band (Joining the Cups and Creating Underbust Strap)
- Create a long chain for the underbust strap — Ch 300 (or to your preferred length to wrap and tie around ribcage).
- Row 1:
- Hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across.
- FO at end.
5. Joining the Cups
- Lay cups side by side with RS facing up.
- Attach yarn at bottom of first cup.
- Ch 2, turn, dc in same st and across bottom edge, [dc, ch 2, dc] in center of each cup tip, repeat for other cup, and continue dc across to join both cups.
- FO, weave in ends.
- Weave the underbust cord through created ch-sps at the bottom of the cups to allow adjusting and tying.
6. Sunflower Motifs
- Make or acquire two sunflower motifs — sew one to the front of each cup using needle and thread, or as desired.
- Note: The sunflower motif pattern is not provided here.
7. Finishing
- Weave in all yarn ends securely.
- Try on and adjust cord lengths as necessary.
- Steam or block gently if needed.
Conclusion
You now have a beautiful, adjustable sunflower crochet top with easy sizing by simply changing the cup row count and strap length. The sunflower motifs add a playful, summery touch ideal for festivals or the beach.
Pattern Corrections & Tips
Corrections
- Turning Chains: Always ch 2 to turn, but do NOT count as a stitch in the row counts.
- Cup Center Increases: At the “tip” of the cup, always work [2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc] in the ch-1 sp.
Tips
- For a softer feel at the neck, always use hdc (half double crochet) for straps rather than sc.
- Cup size and coverage can be changed by adding/subtracting foundation chains and/or rows.
- For optimal fit, try on as you go!
- Use stitch markers to keep track of the cup tip (ch-1 space).
- If using mercerized cotton, steam block for a professional finish.