Free crochet pattern: MistyTop

Imagine a light, dreamy layer that feels like a whisper in autumn air — that’s the Misty Top. It features a soft mesh texture and flows beautifully over your frame, just right when the weather starts to shift. With its clean, straightforward design, you’ll be able to whip this up quickly — a brand new top in one day is totally within reach.

Why You’ll Love This Pattern

• Tailored to your shape — whether you prefer longer or shorter, wider or more fitted, this top adapts to your style.
• Endless styling options — transform it into a shrug, cropped top, tunic, shirt or even dress; two different sleeve finishes add a lovely final flourish.
• In-depth guidance — clear photos accompany each step so you’ll always know exactly what to do.
• Extra tutorials for key techniques including the magic knot colour change, foundation single crochet (fsc), front post double crochet (fp dc) and back post double crochet (bp dc).

What You’ll Need

• Yarn in a lighter weight (my sample uses YarnArt Ideal, 50 g for ~170 m)
• Crochet hooks 8.0 mm and 10.0 mm
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Skill Level & Stitches

Perfect for beginners or those with a little experience. If you’re comfortable with basics, this will be a rewarding project. You should know how to do:

• ch — chain
• sl st — slip stitch
• fsc — foundation single crochet
• tr — treble crochet
• dc — double crochet
• fp dc — front post double crochet
• bp dc — back post double crochet