This pattern captures the vibrant, dreamy colors of an abstract sunset through the unique intarsia crochet technique. The Sunset Top is an oversized, cropped top that exudes comfort and style. It features delicate ruffles on the sleeves and waist, adding a touch of femininity to the bold color blocks. The front of the top showcases an abstract sunset with an old pink sun against a cherry sky, while the back is entirely cherry, providing a cohesive and striking look.

Materials

…Yarn
A: Drops Loves You 7, classic 8/4 cotton, yarn group A, sport weight yarn, color 18 (turquoise);
B: Drops Loves You 7, classic 8/4 cotton, yarn group A, sport weight yarn, color 48 (cherry);
C: Drops Loves You 7, classic 8/4 cotton, yarn group A, sport weight yarn, color 13 (old pink);
D: Drops Loves You 7, classic 8/4 cotton, yarn group A, sport weight yarn, color 34 (rust);
E: Drops Loves You 7, classic 8/4 cotton, yarn group A, sport weight yarn, color 29 (enamel blue);
F: Drops Loves You 7, classic 8/4 cotton, yarn group A, sport weight yarn, color 01 (white);

…Other
Hook: 3.5 mm
Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape, Stitch Markers

Finished Measurements (in centimeters)

Size: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL
Panel Width: 45, 50, 55, 61, 66, 71
Back Waist Length: 40, 40, 45, 48, 52, 57
Bust: 90, 100, 101, 121, 131, 142
Armhole Depth: 25, 26, 27, 28, 28, 29
Waist: 45, 50, 55, 61, 66, 71

Stitch Key (US terminology)

ch = chain
fhdc = foundation half double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
hdc2tog = half double crochet 2 stitches together
RS = right side
slst = slip stitch
st = stitch
sts = stitches
tc flo = treble crochet front loop only
WS = wrong side

Notes

This pattern uses intarsia crochet. Intarsia crochet involves using separate yarn bobbins or small balls for each color block, ensuring that yarn is not carried across the back of the work. Follow the color chart carefully and manage yarn changes neatly to maintain a clean finish.

At the end of each row ch 1 and turn.

Ch 1 doesn’t count as a stitch.

Row 1 is foundation half double crochet.

You will be working with hdc: when instructions say “(B) x 7” it means 1 hdc in the next 5 sts with yarn B.

Each size has a link to the “Progress Tracker” for easy to follow instructions.