Frida Top

This top is made by working the front-mesh side first, and then the back. They are not done separately, but after the front is crocheted, we continue by working the back. The pattern given in the pattern fits a size XS/S. However, by following the given instructions, you can make this a custom top. The top pattern is accompanied by patterns for 6 flowers: 2 lotus flowers, Irish rose, ordinary rose, calla and a tropical flower Yarn and hook: 120 gr of sport yarn of your choice and a 3 mm (UK11) (US 10/3) hook for the top (left-over yarn for the flowers). The foundation is worked with one hook size bigger: 4 mm (UK8) (US F). Stitches in American terminology: chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), skip (sk), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), dc2/4tog, treble crochet (tr),picot. Other materials: tape measure, sewing needle and thread, pins, tapestry needle, stitch markers. Gauge: 10dc in 4cm / 1.57” in the first row.