How to Sew & Crochet a Top
A 10-part course with Gilly's Craft World
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I am a mother of 4 and I love crocheting and knitting and creating things. I would love to share what I know with others. I started knitting and crocheting when I was very young and have taught myself throughout the years. View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 2 hr, 12 min
- Lessons 10
- Attachments 12
- Exercises 32
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71 CQ
10 Lessons in This Course
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15 minFREEClothes Making lesson 1Free8 CQ
Need a little flare in your wardrobe? Try making this unique crochet top! In this lesson, learn what materials are needed and how to take your own measurements.
with Gilly's Craft WorldNeed a little flare in your wardrobe? Try making this unique crochet top! In this lesson, learn what materials are needed and how to take your own measurements.
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13 minClothes Making lesson 27 CQ
Have you ever created a clothing pattern from scratch? Learn how to sketch, draw, and cut a pattern for the fabric portion of this stylish crochet top.
with Gilly's Craft WorldHave you ever created a clothing pattern from scratch? Learn how to sketch, draw, and cut a pattern for the fabric portion of this stylish crochet top.
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10 minClothes Making lesson 36 CQ
With your fabric pattern complete, it's time to cut the fabric for your handmade blouse and do a little crochet prep work. This lesson will show you how!
with Gilly's Craft WorldWith your fabric pattern complete, it's time to cut the fabric for your handmade blouse and do a little crochet prep work. This lesson will show you how!
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19 minClothes Making lesson 410 CQ
All your hard work calculating measurements for the top crochet pattern is about to pay off! In this lesson, start crocheting the back pattern of your blouse.
with Gilly's Craft WorldAll your hard work calculating measurements for the top crochet pattern is about to pay off! In this lesson, start crocheting the back pattern of your blouse.
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16 minClothes Making lesson 59 CQ
With the back pattern finished, it's time to crochet the back neckline. In this lesson, learn how to decrease the neck up to the shoulders of your fashion top.
with Gilly's Craft WorldWith the back pattern finished, it's time to crochet the back neckline. In this lesson, learn how to decrease the neck up to the shoulders of your fashion top.
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10 minClothes Making lesson 66 CQ
Ready to start the front pattern of your crochet top? This lesson will walk you through getting started with the front pattern and decreasing at the neckline.
with Gilly's Craft WorldReady to start the front pattern of your crochet top? This lesson will walk you through getting started with the front pattern and decreasing at the neckline.
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7 minClothes Making lesson 74 CQ
You're on the homestretch! Now that you're becoming a pro at decreasing, learn how to complete the front pattern and neckline decrease for your crochet top.
with Gilly's Craft WorldYou're on the homestretch! Now that you're becoming a pro at decreasing, learn how to complete the front pattern and neckline decrease for your crochet top.
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17 minClothes Making lesson 89 CQ
With the crocheted section of the blouse complete, gathering and sewing the fabric is the next step. Learn how using either a sewing machine or sewing by hand.
with Gilly's Craft WorldWith the crocheted section of the blouse complete, gathering and sewing the fabric is the next step. Learn how using either a sewing machine or sewing by hand.
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9 minClothes Making lesson 95 CQ
Once you've determined the desired fit for your sleeves, crocheting them evenly is essential. Learn how to make this process as error-free as possible!
with Gilly's Craft WorldOnce you've determined the desired fit for your sleeves, crocheting them evenly is essential. Learn how to make this process as error-free as possible!
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12 minClothes Making lesson 107 CQ
In this final lesson, learn how to crochet the neck border and bottom edge of your crochet top. Both elements provide a lovely, finished look to your garment.
with Gilly's Craft WorldIn this final lesson, learn how to crochet the neck border and bottom edge of your crochet top. Both elements provide a lovely, finished look to your garment.
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10181 min10-part Crochet course95 CQ
Break away from prescriptive patterns and get in touch with your creative side through freeform crochet. No rules, no patterns--just you, a skein of yarn, and a crochet hook. Learn to add a single crochet here, half double crochet there, and maybe a few uncommon stitches in the mix to create beautifully custom and one-of-a-kind pieces. You'll design your own crochet top and bracelet. By the end of this course, you will be ready to create unique designs with endless possibilities.
with Gilly's Craft WorldBreak away from prescriptive patterns and get in touch with your creative side through freeform crochet. No rules, no patterns--just you, a skein of yarn, and a crochet hook. Learn to add a single crochet here, half double crochet there, and maybe a few uncommon stitches in the mix to create beautifully custom and one-of-a-kind pieces. You'll design your own crochet top and bracelet. By the end of this course, you will be ready to create unique designs with endless possibilities.
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11217 min11-part Crochet course112 CQ
If you want to learn how to crochet, then start with this beginner-level course! Review yarn sizes, hooks, and crochet your first rows! Then test your skills by creating gloves and a simple bag.
with Gilly's Craft WorldIf you want to learn how to crochet, then start with this beginner-level course! Review yarn sizes, hooks, and crochet your first rows! Then test your skills by creating gloves and a simple bag.
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14236 min14-part Crochet course123 CQ
Bruges lace crochet—an elegant style of crochet that imitates lace—can get fairly complex, but Gilly’s Craft World makes it possible for beginner and intermediate crafters.
with Gilly's Craft WorldBruges lace crochet—an elegant style of crochet that imitates lace—can get fairly complex, but Gilly’s Craft World makes it possible for beginner and intermediate crafters.
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13246 min13-part Crafts course131 CQ
The world of crochet may be bigger than you think. Never fear—Gilly’s here to introduce you to another versatile crochet style called filet crochet, in which you’ll stitch a full-size afghan blanket!
with Gilly's Craft WorldThe world of crochet may be bigger than you think. Never fear—Gilly’s here to introduce you to another versatile crochet style called filet crochet, in which you’ll stitch a full-size afghan blanket!
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9101 min9-part Knitting course55 CQ
Want to learn the basics of knitting and complete a knitting project, all in one course? Gilly's Craft World walks through knitting fundamentals then teaches how to make a small infinity scarf.
with Gilly's Craft WorldWant to learn the basics of knitting and complete a knitting project, all in one course? Gilly's Craft World walks through knitting fundamentals then teaches how to make a small infinity scarf.
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1058 min10-part Crochet course35 CQ
Want to apply your chains and single crochets to more complex stitches and patterns? In this beginner to intermediate course from Moogly, learn how to make a double crochet and three other popular stitches—the trinity stitch, bobble stitch, and crocodile stitch. Finally, apply your newfound knowledge to making beautiful patterns for blankets, scarves, or anything in between. You may even be inspired to come up with an original creation!
with MooglyWant to apply your chains and single crochets to more complex stitches and patterns? In this beginner to intermediate course from Moogly, learn how to make a double crochet and three other popular stitches—the trinity stitch, bobble stitch, and crocodile stitch. Finally, apply your newfound knowledge to making beautiful patterns for blankets, scarves, or anything in between. You may even be inspired to come up with an original creation!
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538 min5-part Crochet course22 CQ
From the flat, inconspicuous mattress stitch seam, to the dimensional single crochet join, and more, this course demonstrates how to easily join crochet motifs together using hand stitching.
From the flat, inconspicuous mattress stitch seam, to the dimensional single crochet join, and more, this course demonstrates how to easily join crochet motifs together using hand stitching.
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10106 min10-part Crochet course58 CQ
Crochet something you can use year-round! In this crochet course for all levels, learn how to crochet a lace-patterned market bag, from learning the stitches to washing and caring for the bag.
with CreatiKnitCrochet something you can use year-round! In this crochet course for all levels, learn how to crochet a lace-patterned market bag, from learning the stitches to washing and caring for the bag.
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1364 min13-part Crochet course40 CQ
Take your left-handed crochet to the next level with this skill-building crochet course. Start with basic joins and foundation chain stitches then work through left-hand foundation row techniques.
Take your left-handed crochet to the next level with this skill-building crochet course. Start with basic joins and foundation chain stitches then work through left-hand foundation row techniques.
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10123 min10-part Crochet course67 CQ
Want a breezy, bohemian coverup for warm weather? Including tips to customize this project to your size and design, follow along with Gilly's Craft World to make a lace crochet sweater in this course.
with Gilly's Craft WorldWant a breezy, bohemian coverup for warm weather? Including tips to customize this project to your size and design, follow along with Gilly's Craft World to make a lace crochet sweater in this course.