Looking for a statement piece that turns heads at summer parties, date nights, or weekend brunches? This burgundy floral one shoulder crop top combines a fitted bodice with stunning three-dimensional rose appliques that cascade from shoulder to chest. The construction uses basic single crochet worked in the round, making it more approachable than its showstopping appearance suggests.
This pattern works up in worsted weight yarn and fits a size Small/Medium with a finished bust of 28 inches. The negative ease creates that sleek, fitted silhouette you see in the photos. Whether you are making this for yourself or gifting it to someone who loves unique handmade fashion, the result is a wearable piece of art.
The body comes together relatively quickly since it is just single crochet in joined rounds. The real magic happens when you create those gorgeous roses and leaves separately, then arrange them into a romantic floral cluster. Let me walk you through every single step.
Pattern Overview and Skill Level
This crop top sits at the advanced beginner to intermediate skill level. If you have worked single crochet in the round and feel comfortable following shaping instructions, you can absolutely make this top. The body itself is straightforward. The challenge comes with the three-dimensional floral appliques, which require working in tight spirals and managing multiple separate motifs before seaming everything together.
Construction order: You will work the bottom hem scallop first, then the body in the round from bottom to top, followed by upper edge shaping, the shoulder strap, flower and leaf appliques, and finally bead embellishment.
The finished length at center front measures approximately 11 inches. The asymmetrical neckline creates that trendy one-shoulder look, with the left side rising higher to support the strap and floral arrangement.
Time Estimate
Be prepared to invest some quality crochet time in this project.
This is not a weekend project, but every hour spent shows in the final result.
Materials You Will Need
Yarn: Approximately 600 to 700 yards of worsted weight (Category 4) yarn in burgundy or wine. Choose yarn with minimal stretch and good stitch definition. A wool-acrylic blend or 100 percent cotton works beautifully.
Yarn Suggestions:
Hooks:
Notions:
Gauge
Using the G-6 hook and single crochet (sc) stitch:
18 stitches x 20 rows = 4 inches x 4 inches (10 cm x 10 cm) worked in the round.
Gauge is critical for fit. If your swatch measures larger, go down a hook size. If smaller, go up a hook size. Always measure after blocking.
Abbreviations
Let me define every abbreviation you will encounter:
Special Stitches
Scallop Stitch (for the lower hem)
Skip 2 stitches, work 5 dc in the next stitch, skip 2 stitches, sl st in the next stitch. This uses 6 stitches and creates one scallop shell.
Back Loop Single Crochet (BLO sc)
Insert your hook into only the back loop of the stitch. This creates beautiful horizontal ridges on the right side, giving the bodice that subtle ribbed texture you can see in the finished piece.
Large Rose
Chain 31.
Row 1: Work 1 dc in the 4th chain from hook and in each remaining chain across, turn. (29 dc total)
Row 2: Chain 1, work 2 sc in each stitch across. (58 sc) Fasten off, leaving a 12-inch tail.
To form the rose, thread your yarn tail onto a needle. Roll the foundation chain edge tightly from one end to the other, whipstitching through the bottom as you roll. The ruffled upper edge forms the petals. Finished size: approximately 2.5 inches in diameter.
Medium Rose
Chain 21.
Row 1: Work 1 dc in the 4th chain from hook and in each remaining chain across, turn. (19 dc total)
Row 2: Chain 1, work 2 sc in each stitch across. (38 sc) Fasten off, leaving a 10-inch tail.
Roll and stitch the same way. Finished size: approximately 1.75 inches in diameter.
Small Accent Flower
Make a magic ring.
Round 1: Chain 1, work 6 sc into the ring, join with sl st to first sc. (6 sc)
Round 2: (Chain 3, work 2 dc in same stitch, chain 3, sl st in same stitch, sl st in next stitch) 6 times. (6 petals) Fasten off.
Finished size: approximately 0.75 inch in diameter.
Large Leaf
Chain 12.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd chain from hook, hdc in next, dc in next 3, hdc in next, sc in next 3, work 3 sc in last chain (tip of leaf). Working back along the other side: sc in next 3, hdc in next, dc in next 3, hdc in next, sc in next, sl st in first chain. Fasten off.
Finished size: approximately 2 inches long.
Small Leaf
Chain 8.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd chain from hook, hdc in next, dc in next 2, hdc in next, sc in next, work 3 sc in last chain (tip). Working back along the other side: sc in next, hdc in next, dc in next 2, hdc in next, sc in next, sl st in first chain. Fasten off.
Finished size: approximately 1.25 inches long.
Pattern Notes Before You Begin
1. The body is worked in continuous joined rounds from bottom up. Each round begins with chain 1 (does not count as a stitch) and ends with a slip stitch to the first sc.
2. Work all body rounds in BLO to create the horizontal ribbed texture.
3. The upper edge is shaped asymmetrically. The left side rises higher for the strap attachment.
4. Place a stitch marker at the beginning of each round and move it up as you work.
5. The right side always faces you when working in the round.
6. Chain 1 at the beginning of each round does NOT count as a stitch throughout this pattern.
Crochet Pattern Instructions
Bottom Hem Foundation
Using G-6 hook and MC, chain 126. Being careful not to twist the chain, sl st to the first chain to form a ring.
Foundation Round: Chain 1, work 1 sc in each chain around. Join with sl st to first sc. (126 sc)
Checkpoint: The foundation ring should measure approximately 28 inches in circumference.
Scallop Hem
Turn the work so the foundation chain faces up. Sl st into the first free loop of the foundation chain.
Scallop Round: (Skip 2 foundation chain loops, work 5 dc in the next loop, skip 2 foundation chain loops, sl st in the next loop) repeat around. (21 scallops)
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Body
Return to the top side of the Foundation Round. Attach MC with a sl st to the first stitch.
Work Rounds 1 through 30 as follows:
Each Round: Chain 1, BLO sc in each of 126 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. (126 sc)
Repeat this for all 30 rounds.
Checkpoint: After Round 30, the body should measure approximately 6 inches tall (not including the scallop hem).
Upper Edge Shaping
Divide your 126 stitches with markers:
Place markers at stitches 1, 33, 64, and 95.
Front Panel Right Side (Lower Neckline)
Do not fasten off after Round 30. Turn work.
Row 31R (RS): Chain 1, sc in first 32 sts. Turn. (32 sc)
Row 32R: Chain 1, sc2tog over first 2 sts, sc in each st to last 2 sts, sc2tog. Turn. (30 sc)
Continue decreasing 2 stitches per row (one at each end) until you reach:
Row 46R: Chain 1, (sc2tog) twice. Turn. (2 sc)
Row 47R: Chain 1, sc2tog. (1 sc) Fasten off.
Front Panel Left Side (Strap Side)
Rejoin MC at stitch 33 of Round 30 with RS facing.
Row 31L (RS): Chain 1, sc in each of next 31 sts. Turn. (31 sc)
Rows 32L to 35L: Chain 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (31 sc)
Now decrease only on the neckline edge every RS row:
Row 36L (RS): Chain 1, sc2tog over first 2 sts, sc in each rem st. Turn. (30 sc)
Row 37L (WS): Chain 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (30 sc)
Continue this pattern (decrease on RS rows, work even on WS rows) until:
Row 47L (WS): Chain 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (25 sc)
Fasten off.
Back Panel
Rejoin MC at stitch 64 of Round 30 with RS facing.
Row 31B (RS): Chain 1, sc in each of 63 sts. Turn. (63 sc)
Row 32B: Chain 1, sc in each st to last 2 sts, sc2tog. Turn. (62 sc)
Continue decreasing 1 stitch at the end of each row until:
Row 47B: Chain 1, sc in each st to last 2, sc2tog. (47 sc) Fasten off.
Shoulder Strap
Using G-6 hook, rejoin MC at the leftmost stitch of the left front top.
Row 1 (RS): Chain 1, sc across the 25 stitches. Turn. (25 sc)
Rows 2 to 30: Chain 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (25 sc per row)
Fasten off, leaving a 20-inch tail for seaming.
Try the strap over your shoulder and pin the far end to the upper left back edge. Whipstitch securely using the long tail.
Neckline and Upper Edge Finishing
With RS facing and G-6 hook, attach MC at any point along the upper front neckline edge. Work 1 round of sc evenly around the entire upper edge. Join. Work 1 round of sl st. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Repeat this process for the right armhole edge to stabilize it.
Floral Appliques
Using your F-5 hook and MC, make:
Arranging Your Appliques
Lay the blocked body flat. Arrange the appliques on the left shoulder and upper chest area:
1. Place the largest rose where the strap meets the upper chest
2. Position the second large rose slightly above and to the left, overlapping
3. Place the medium rose above and behind the two large roses
4. Tuck large leaves behind the roses so tips fan outward
5. Fill gaps with small leaves and small accent flowers
Pin everything in place, step back, and adjust until balanced. Whipstitch each motif securely to the body.
Bead Embellishment
Attach 3 to 5 pearl beads to the center of each small accent flower. Optionally place 1 bead at the center of each large rose. Apply fabric glue to each knot for extra security.
Size Customization
To adjust the size, modify your foundation chain. Each 6 stitches equals approximately 1.33 inches of circumference. Keep the total divisible by 6 for even scallops.
Blocking and Finishing
Wet blocking is strongly recommended. Soak the completed top in cool water for 20 minutes, gently squeeze out water, roll in a towel, then pin flat to dry for 24 to 48 hours. Block floral appliques separately before attaching.
For acrylic yarn, steam block by holding the iron 1 inch above the fabric. Never press directly onto the crochet.
Care Instructions
Hand wash in cool water with gentle detergent. Lay flat to dry. Do not tumble dry or wring. Store folded flat to prevent strap stretching.
I hope you love making this gorgeous one shoulder crop top as much as I loved designing it. The combination of simple stitches and dramatic florals creates something truly special that looks far more complicated than it actually is.
If you found this crochet tutorial helpful, save it to your Pinterest boards so you can find it when you are ready to start. And please leave a comment below if you make one. I would absolutely love to see your finished tops and the color choices you pick for those beautiful roses!
