What this reminds me of
Are you ready for the next Free crochet summer sweater pattern?
I hope so because I’ve been workin’ my little tushy off on getting this thing together.
You ever get a yarn and think, “this reminds me of something…”
Typically, I’m all about texture and drape when choosing yarns for a project, but this blue. Ya’ll. Man oh man, this blue.
Of course you can (and should!) make this layering sweater in any color you want.
But if you are a Star Wars fan, you see what I mean about this blue, right?
And the shaping of the design within the lace… its just too much.
It all comes together to be a (maybe not so) subtle nod to Ahsoka of the Clone Wars.
If you’re not a fan of the Clone Wars, you probably see this lace as what it was meant to be, a budding flower. Either way, simply gorgeous and much easier to create than it seems.
About the yarn
Anzula Luxury Yarn, Ava in cornflower
Ooooh, my love for Anzula runs deep. When the opportunity shows up and the budget says yes to purchasing fancy yarn for a project, Anzula is 99% of the time the first place I look.
The colors are absolutely beautiful. I have several shawls in Anzula that have been washed multiple times and have never had problems with the colors fading or bleeding.
There are many yarn bases to choose from, too. From delicate lace to the big and chunky.
Anzula is a small Indie yarn dyer out of California, doing it all by hand.
If you decide to shop with them, tell ’em I sent ya! 😘
Anzula Ava Yarn
Other yarns to consider for your geek inspired Ahsoka crochet top
The sizes available
The Ahsoka Crochet top has written instructions for 9 sizes. These range from XS to 5X, which accommodates hip sizes 32 to 64 inches. The sample show is made to a medium size for the model whom is 5′ 8″.
There are a few tips about sizing written within the pattern.
More chic geek crochet
The skills you need
Also, the construction on this is a bit unique and will add to your skills!
Prefer a download? Love stitch diagrams?
This post for the Ahsoka crochet top has complete directions – or – you can further support this website (& me!) and inexpensively purchase the pattern as a download. You will receive a linked pdf:
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- Written instruction – Fully written, line by line instruction (English, US terminology with imperial and metric measurements)
- Stitch Diagrams – Complete illustration(s) of stitches│placement
- Schematic – illustration(s) of shape│measurements & construction graphics
- Customization – alteration instruction for specific body shapes (apple, pear, round, tall, petite)
- Interactive – Linked Video tutorial(s) │ resource information
Getting started
Ya’ll know how I feel about making gauge swatches.
Make them.
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The pattern
Ahsoka
A free crochet top pattern, by Rebecca Velasquez
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MATERIALS & TOOLS
YARN Sport weight (#2 fine); 1117 (1211, 1257, 1349, 1443, 1543, 1640, 1734, 1831) yd [1022 (1108, 1150, 1234, 1320, 1411, 1500, 1586, 1675) m]
Shown Anzula Luxury Yarns, Ava, (80% merino wool 10% cashmere goat 10% nylon; 330 yd [302 m]/4.02 oz [114 gm]) in cornflower; 4 (4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 6) skeins
Yardage will vary with any alterations of pattern.
HOOK G- [4.00/4.25 mm]; or size needed to obtain gauge
NOTIONS Stitch markers (5), yarn needle
For a complete list of all the tools & supplies I use, find it HERE .
Gauge
19 sts and 11 rows = 4” [10 cm] in double crochet
Finished MEasurements
Circumference at hip- 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64)” [81 (91.5, 101.5, 112, 122, 132, 142, 152.5, 162.5) cm] after blocking.
Project Level
Easy+
TECHNIQUES USED
foundation single crochet – chain – double crochet – back post – front post – front loop only – together – slip stitch – stacked double (video tutorial) – seaming
NOTES
GENERAL
- Top is worked in 3 pieces, Upper Front / Back are stitched individually from bottom up then seamed at shoulders and underarms, the Lower Body is then worked perpendicular to the Upper portion, attaching as the rows are created.
- Take time to save time. Stitch, wash, and block a gauge swatch in the same manner you will be using for your garment to ensure proper measurements. This lace fabric will need “help” opening up. It is recommended to thoroughly soak/wash, then lay flat to dry, using rust-proof pins to shape the pieces to measurements.
- Choose sizing from largest of bust or full hip measurement.
- Read through each line before beginning to avoid any confusion during stitching.
- Remember, if needed, stitch diagram(s), schematic, and customization instruction are available through my Etsy store and at LoveCrochet.
UNDERSTANDING THE PATTERN & SIZING
Sample shown is Size Medium, model is 5’ 8”, pear shape with 34“ [85 cm] bust, 38”[95 cm] full hip.
Intended to be worn form fitting or with about 1-2” [5-10 cm] positive ease at the hip.
SIZES: XS (S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X); to fit hip 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64) [81 (91.5, 101.5, 112, 122, 132, 142, 152.5, 162.5) cm]
CONSTRUCTION
Elbow length sleeve, tee style Top is worked in 3 pieces, Upper Front | Back are stitched individually from bottom up then seamed at shoulders and underarms, the Lower Body is then worked perpendicular to the Upper portion, attaching as the rows are created.
ABBREVIATIONS & SPECIAL STITCHES
Bpdc- back post double crochet
Ch – chain
Dc- double crochet
Dc3tog – double crochet 3 together [see special stitches]
Ea- each
Flo- front loop only
Fpdc – front post double crochet
Fsc – foundation single crochet [see special stitches]
PM- place marker
Rep- repeat
RS- right side
Sc – single crochet
Sk – skip
Sl st- slip stitch
Sp(s) – space(s)
St(s)- stitch(es)
WS- wrong side
Yo – yarn over (hook)
SPECIAL STITCHES
Dc3togA (double crochet 3 together A): (Yo, insert hook into next dc, pull up a loop, yo, draw through 2 loops on hook) twice, yo, insert hook into ch-3 sp, pull up a loop, yo, draw through 2 loops on hook, yo, draw through remaining 4 loops on hook.
Dc3togB (double crochet 3 together B): Yo, insert hook into ch-3 sp, pull up a loop, draw through 2 loops on hook, (yo, insert hook into next dc, pull up a loop, yo, draw through 2 loops on hook) twice, yo, draw through remaining 4 loops on hook.
Fsc (foundation single crochet): Ch 2, yo, insert hook in 2nd ch from hook, yo, pull up a loop, yo and draw through 1 loop (1 chain made), yo and draw through 2 loops on hook (1st foundation single crochet made), *Yo, insert hook under the 2 bottommost horizontal bars of the chain portion of fsc just made, yo, pull up a loop, yo and draw through 1 loop (1 chain made), yo and draw through 2 loops on hook (sc made); repeat from * for indicated number of foundation sts.
PM (place marker): Place a marker in stitch just made, or otherwise indicated within pattern.
Stacked dc (stacked double crochet): Sc in indicated st, insert hook behind leftmost vertical bar of sc just made and pull up a loop, yo and draw through 2 loops on hook. Replace this with a traditional ch-3 if desired. (see youtube tutorial)
Need some help with these special stitches head over to my Tutorials pages. There are detailed written instructions and videos available. Not finding what you need? Drop me a note on any of my social channels or email and I will create something specific for your needs.
TOP
Upper Front / Back (make 2)
Set up: Fsc 156 (156, 167, 167, 167, 189, 189, 189, 189), PM in fsc 46 (40, 40, 40, 35, 40, 35, 33, 29) to mark for sleeve seam.
Row 1 (RS): Stacked dc in first fsc, dc in next fsc, *ch 2, sk 4 fsc, 6 dc in next fsc, ch 2, sk 4 fsc, dc in next 2 fsc; rep from * across to end, turn.
Row 2: Stacked dc in first dc, *bpdc in next dc, ch 2, dc in next 2 dc, ch 3, sc in next 2 dc, ch 3, dc in next 2 dc, ch 2, bpdc in next dc; rep from * across, dc in last dc, turn.
Row 3: Stacked dc in first dc, ch 2, *fpdc in next dc, ch 3, dc3togA (see special stitches), ch 1, dc3togB (see special stitches), ch 3, fpdc in next dc, ch 2; rep from * across, dc in last dc, turn.
Row 4: Stacked dc in first dc, 3 dc in ch-2 sp, ch 2, 2 dc in ch-1 sp, ch 2, sk ch 3, *6 dc in ch-2 sp, ch 2, 2 dc in ch-1 sp, ch 2; rep from * across, 3 dc in ch-2 sp, dc in last dc, turn.
Row 5: Sc in first dc, *sc in next dc, ch 3, dc in next 2 dc, ch 2, fpdc in next 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in next 2 dc, ch 3, sc in next dc*; rep from * to across, sc in last dc, turn.
Row 6: Stacked dc in first sc, ch 1, *dc3togB, ch 3, bpdc in next dc, ch 2, bpdc in next dc, ch 3, dc3togA, ch 1; rep from * across, dc in last sc, turn
Row 7: Stacked dc in first dc, dc in ch-1 sp, ch 2, sk ch 3, 6 dc in ch-2 sp, ch 2, *2 dc in ch-1 sp, ch 2, sk ch 3, 6 dc in ch-2 sp, ch 2; rep from * across, dc in ch-1 sp, dc in last dc, turn.
Size XS (S, 1X) only
Row 8: Stacked dc in first dc, *bpdc in next dc, ch 2, dc in next 2 dc, ch 3, sc in next 2 dc, ch 3, dc in next 2 dc, ch 2, bpdc in next dc**; rep from * to ** 4 (4, 4) times, PM in dc just made for neck/shoulder placement, move marker up with each corresponding repeat row; rep from * to ** across, dc in last dc, turn.
Size M (L, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) only
Row 8: Stacked dc in first dc, bpdc in next dc, ch 2, dc in next 2 dc, ch 3, sc in next 2 dc, ch 3, *dc in next 2 dc, ch 2, bpdc in next 2 dc, ch 2, dc in next 2 dc, ch 3, sc in next 2 dc, ch 3**; rep from * to ** 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 5) times, PM in ch-3 sp just made for neck/shoulder placement, move marker up with each corresponding repeat row; rep from * to ** across, dc in next 2 dc, ch 2, bpdc in next dc, dc in last dc, turn.
All Sizes
Row 9: Stacked dc in first dc, ch 2, *fpdc in next dc, ch 3, dc3togA, ch 1, dc3togB, ch 3, fpdc in next dc, ch 2; rep from * across, dc in last dc, turn.
Row 10: Stacked dc in first dc, 3 dc in ch-2 sp, ch 2, 2 dc in ch-1 sp, ch 2, sk ch 3, *6 dc in ch-2 sp, ch 2, 2 dc in ch-1 sp, ch 2; rep from * across, 3 dc in ch-2 sp, dc in last dc, turn.
Row 11: Sc in first dc, *sc in next dc, ch 3, dc in next 2 dc, ch 2, fpdc in next 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in next 2 dc, ch 3, sc in next dc; rep from * across, sc in last dc, turn.
Row 12: Stacked dc in first sc, ch 1, *dc3togB, ch 3, bpdc in next dc, ch 2, bpdc in next dc, ch 3, dc3togA, ch 1; rep from * across, dc in last sc, turn.
Rows 13-24 (24, 24, 24, 30, 30, 30, 36, 36): Rep Rows 7-12.
Rows 25 (25, 25, 25, 31, 31, 31, 37, 37) -26 (26, 26, 26, 32, 32, 32, 38, 38): Rep Rows 7-8.
Row 27 (27, 27, 27, 33, 33, 33, 39, 39): Sc in first dc, sc in next dc, *sc in ch-2 sp, sc in next 2 dc, sc in ch-3 sp, ch 1, sc in ch-3 sp, sc in next 2 dc, sc in ch-2 sp, sc in next 2 dc; rep from * to end, turn.
Row 28 (28, 28, 28, 34, 34, 34, 40, 40): Sc in first sc, *sc in ea sc to ch, sc in ch-1 sp; rep from * across, sc in ea sc to end, turn, leaving a tail approximately 3X width of shoulder for seaming (see schematic), fasten off.
Move neck/shoulder placement marker, to corresponding sc of row just made.
- For best results, block finished Front and Back pieces to measurements before proceeding.
Shoulders / Neck
Thread long tail through yarn needle, with RS together, using mattress stitch, seam across shoulder from edge to marker.
Repeat for second shoulder.
Sleeves
Using a length of yarn approximately 3X length of sleeve underarm (see schematic) thread yarn needle, with RS together, using mattress stitch, seam across underarm from edge to marker.
Repeat for second sleeve.
Lower Body
Row 1: With RS facing, join yarn at either underarm seam, ch 38, stacked dc in first ch from hook, dc in ea ch across, sk next fsc of upper body, sl st in next 2 fsc, turn.
Row 2: Dc in flo of ea dc across, turn.
Row 3: Stacked dc in first dc, dc in ea dc across, sk next fsc, sl st in next 2 fsc, turn.
Rep Rows 2-3 across front and back until stitching reaches beginning foundation row of Lower Body, leaving a tail of approximately 3X length of row, fasten off.
Finishing
Turn top inside-out, thread long tail through yarn needle, with RS together, using mattress stitch, sew side seam.
Remove markers.
Block to measurements {see Finished Measurements above} if desired, weave in ends.
- Refer to Blocking: A Guide for basic blocking methods│instructions.
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