Summer’s here, and that means it’s time to pull out your warm weather wardrobe! What better way to style your outfits this summer than to crochet your own tank tops? Each of the tank top patterns in this round up is cute, summery, and best of all, free! Let’s dive in!
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1. Crochet Ribbed Tank Top
This ribbed shirt is a stylish take on a classic tank top. To make one, you’ll need DK weight 100% cotton yarn, which is sure to keep you cool this summer. How much yarn you’ll need depends on what size you crochet—the pattern includes seven sizes ranging from XS to 3XL. You only need to know basic stitches for this project, and there’s even a video tutorial, so even beginner crocheters can follow along.
2. The Wren Tank
This tank top has a simple silhouette that’s elevated by the color block design. So just choose your two favorite colors of lightweight yarn, choose your size (XS through 5XL), and make sure you know simple stitches plus the extended single crochet, which is explained in the pattern.
3. Sarasota Tank
Here’s a lacy openwork tank top that’s perfect for layering or for using as a swimsuit coverup on a sunny beach day. You’ll need a natural-fiber DK-weight yarn for this project (the designer used a bamboo-cotton blend), as well as knowledge of basic stitches. Then just choose from seven sizes, ranging from XS through 3X, and get to crocheting!
4. Seaglass Tank Top
This seaglass tank top looks absolutely stunning in a gradient yarn featuring blues and greens—the colors of the sea. I love the fan-like design of the stitches, which give the top a seashell look. Best of all, you only need to know easy stitches plus the foundation single crochet. So grab some weight 2 yarn, choose from four sizes (small through extra large), and you’ll have a tank top in no time.
5. Bondi Tank Top
This tank top blends textures for a closed midriff and openwork top that will keep you the perfect temperature all summer long. The pattern calls for weight 3 yarn and basic stitches plus the foundation single crochet and puff stitch. The latter is explained in the pattern, so all you need to do to get started is choose whether to make a small, medium, large, or extra large tank.
6. Melanie Tank Top
Here’s an openwork tank top that’s perfect for layering over a camisole on a cooler summer day. It’s made with worsted-weight yarn and simple stitches plus the extended single crochet, which is described in the pattern. The pattern includes nine sizes, XS through 5X, and is perfect for beginner crocheters.
7. Alix Tank Top
The Alix Tank Top is another piece by the same designer, but it is more solid and doesn’t need to be layered. I love the open design at the top that will not only add style but will help keep you cool all summer long. For this project, grab some worsted-weight yarn and make sure you know basic stitches plus how to work in the back third loop only. Don’t worry if you’ve never done this before, because the designer explains it in detail. Like the previous top, this one can be made in nine sizes, so it will fit a range of crocheters!
8. Crochet Summer May Tank Top
Here’s an absolutely adorable tank top that features a cropped length and ties for straps. It can be made in sizes XS through XXL, and you’ll need a lightweight cotton yarn plus knowledge of simple stitches. There’s even a video tutorial, so this is a great beginner pattern.
9. Easy Crochet Crop Top
Here’s another cropped tank top that will keep you cool this summer. Best of all, it’s super customizable: You can make your top with a square neckline, a sweetheart neckline, or a ruched design. For this project, you’ll need weight 4 yarn and knowledge of simple stitches plus the foundation single crochet, which is explained both in the written pattern and the accompanying comprehensive video tutorial. So just choose a size (XS-XL) and you’ll have a cute top in no time!
10. Aestas Top
The Aestas Top is super stylish with its openwork straps and sides and full-coverage front and back panels. It’s a breezy top that’s perfect for the beach! You’ll need worsted-weight cotton yarn for this project, along with knowledge of simple stitches. So just choose a size from XS through XL, and start crocheting!
11. Breezy Days Daisy Tank Top
This lacy openwork tank top is perfect for layering over a camisole or your swimsuit. This is a great project if you enjoy crocheting granny squares, because it’s made of granny squares and triangles seamed together. For this top, you’ll need worsted-weight cotton yarn and knowledge of a few intermediate stitch. Because there’s a video tutorial, this project is great for any crocheters who feel ready to branch out into new techniques.
12. Easy V-Neck Tank Top
This V-neck tank top is simple but stylish, and easy to crochet! You’ll need DK weight cotton yarn and knowledge of basic stitches plus the front post and back post double crochets. There’s even a video tutorial, making this a good beginner pattern. Plus, it’s very customizable: You can choose from seven sizes ranging from XS through 3XL.
13. Textured Summer Tank Top
Here’s another stylish V-neck top by the same designer. This one is made with a DK weight yarn, such as CotLin, a cotton-linen blend that’s sure to keep you cool even in the blazing sun. You can make this top in one of nine sizes (XS through 5XL), and you only need to know simple stitches. Plus, there’s a super helpful video tutorial!
14. Sleeveless Tank Top
This tank top features a solid chest and lacy openwork midriff, so it’s a great way to stay cool. You can make it in sizes small through 3X, and you’ll want to use a weight 3 natural fiber yarn. The only special stitch you need for this project is the V-stitch, which is super easy to learn, so this pattern is good for confident beginners.
15. Solid Shell Stitch Tank Top
I love the shell stitch, and it gives this tank top an awesome pop of style. The cropped length is great for hot summer days, too. For this project, you’ll need lace weight yarn, also called weight 0 yarn. You’ll also need to know the shell stitch, which is super easy to learn: just do 5 double crochets in the same stitch. Then choose which of the six sizes (XS through XXL) fits you best, and you’re ready to start crocheting!
16. Lace Shell Crocheted Tank Top
Here’s a breezy openwork tank top that’s perfect for beach days. It’s super customizable because it can be made in sizes XS through XXL and you can choose whether to make the cropped or full-length version. The pattern calls for worsted-weight yarn and easy stitches plus the lace shell stitch, which is described in the pattern. It’s pretty easy to learn, too—do 3 double crochets into the same stitch, chain 2, and do 3 more double crochets into the same stitch.
17. Scallop V-Neck Tank Top
I love the scalloped neckline of this tank top, plus its ties for straps. It’s a super summery top! For this project, you’ll need a thick sport-weight yarn or a thin DK-weight yarn, plus knowledge of simple stitches. You’ll also need to choose your size, from XS through 3XL.
18. Crochet Summer Fruits Top
This Summer Fruits Top is a cropped tank top that features ribbing along the bottom, the neckline, and the armholes for a fashionable look. It can be made in sizes small through 2XL, and you’ll need DK weight yarn. The whole top is made with basic stitches, so this is a good beginner project.
19. Boho Tank Top
This lacy boho top is perfect for layering over a camisole or swimsuit. It’s made with granny squares plus super fun tassels, and you’ll need worsted weight cotton yarn for the project. You’ll also need to know the foundation single crochet and how to do treble crochet decreases, so this is a good pattern for crocheters who have some experience already. If you want to branch out and learn these techniques, it’s a great pattern for you, too, especially because there’s a video tutorial.
20. Crochet Lyra Top
The cropped Lyra Top is sure to keep you cool this summer, especially if you make it with a 100% cotton worsted-weight yarn. You’ll need to know basic stitches plus the popcorn stitch, which is described, and it should work up quite quickly!
21. Edgewater Tank
Here’s a standard tank top that’s easy to crochet and fun to wear. For this project, you’ll need a worsted weight yarn and knowledge of basic stitches plus the foundation single crochet, the double crochet decrease, and how to work in the front and back loops only. This is a good project if you’ve got a bit of crochet experience already. Once you feel comfortable with the stitches, choose from sizes XS to 5X and start crocheting!
22. Peaks Tank Top
This Peaks Tank Top uses openwork techniques to create—you guessed it—peaks! If you live in a mountainous state, this is the perfect summer top for you. For this project, you’ll need DK or sport weight yarn, and then you’ll need to choose whether to make the small/medium or large size.
23. Ruffle Strap Tank Top
This tank top features beautiful ruffled straps and a simple yet elegant bodice. You’ll need a cotton aran yarn for this project, along with knowledge of simple stitches plus how to work in the front post and back post. This is a good project even if you’re pretty new to crochet, because there’s a helpful video tutorial. So just choose your size (XS-3XL) and get started!
24. Crop Tank Top
If you’re a visual learner, this is the project for you because it takes the form of a YouTube video tutorial. With its cropped length and wide ribbed hem, this is a super stylish outfit choice for the summer. To make the top, you’ll need sport-weight yarn and knowledge of basic stitches. You’ll also need to choose which style you want to make: strapless, thin straps, or thick straps.
25. Beginner-Friendly Crochet Tie Tank Top
Here’s a beginner-friendly tank top that works up quickly and easily because it’s made with chunky yarn. I love the cropped length and tie straps! I also love the texture of the top, which is thanks to the lemon peel stitch, which you can learn how to do here. There’s also a video tutorial included in the pattern!
26. Roxborough Crochet Summer Tank Top
This openwork tank top is a beautiful option for layering this summer. The halter top style also adds a fun twist to the top. For this project, you’ll need cotton sport-weight yarn and knowledge of easy stitches, so it’s a pretty good beginner pattern. Just choose which size to make before you get started. The options range from small through 5X.
27. The Emilia Tank
This tank top features a peplum, making it a stylish choice not just for a sunny summer day, but even for office wear. It’s made with DK yarn and simple stitches, and you can choose from sizes XS-3XL. There’s even a video tutorial that accompanies the written pattern!
28. Summer Vacation Easy Crocheted Top
I love the lacy openwork collar of this tank top—it’s the perfect way to stay cool this summer without having to layer the top over a camisole. For this project, you’ll need DK weight yarn and knowledge of basic stitches. Then just choose from sizes XS through XXL and you’ll be ready to crochet!
29. Kanata Kerchief Tank
Last but not least is this beautiful draped tank top. It’s an openwork top that’s great for layering, and it’s quite easy to make because you only need to know simple stitches. So grab some DK weight yarn, choose whether to make the S/M or L/XL size, and get started!
Which tank tops will you be making for your summer wardrobe? Let us know in the comments!
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