The Kalyani Crop Top is a very simple yet elegant looking textured blouse which can be paired with pretty much any kind of clothing. The highlight of this top is the simplicity of the overall construction of the top and the nuances of the texture that the alpine stitch creates.

With a basic square neckline structure, this crop top is a perfect companion to your saree - be it a crisp cotton saree, or the majestic silk cotton/silk or even the fancy georgettes/chiffons/satin/lace.

Made with 100% cotton yarn, this top makes for a perfect summer ensemble when paired with a saree/skirt/palazzo/shorts/jeans or trousers.

Skill level: Confident Beginners to Intermediate

Sizing:
This pattern is made in bottom-up fashion and is made-to-measure, which means, you should measure around the body and based on the specific measurements, the top will be constructed. This makes the pattern easily scalable for all other sizes. The top is fitted hence has no ease.

Materials required:
250 - 800 meters of any of any fingering weight yarn preferably in 100% cotton.
3.5 mm or E crochet hook (or hook to obtain gauge)
Tapestry needle & scissors
Stitch markers
Measuring Tape

Construction: The Top is worked flat back and forth with simple alpine stitches as a single seamless panel which includes the front, Back and Straps. The seams are needed only at the shoulder to join the front and back straps.

Gauge: 10cm/4” square = 20 stitches wide x 24 rows tall in alpine stitches