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    July 5, 2019

    Crochet Easy Peplum Tank Top - free pattern + video tutorial

    I’m so excited to share my latest free crochet pattern with you – the Emilia Tank!

    denim cotton crochet tank with flared peplum

    This free crochet pattern is accompanied by a video tutorial 🙂

    This post may contain affiliate links, view our disclosure policy for details.

    The Emilia Tank is a hip length top with a square neckline and flared hem.  The fitted bodice and light peplum create a timeless silhouette and the best part is that it’s a such quick and easy crochet pattern. Even though I love lacy or mesh designs sometimes it’s nice to have a simple pattern that doesn’t require much counting!

    This crochet tank top is worked in the round from the top down so you can alter the length for a perfect fit. You could even extend this tank top into a summer tunic or dress!

    woman holding hem of crochet peplum tank top

    Design Inspiration

    I’ve seen peplum tops everywhere for summer and I’m so in love with this trend! I love how peplums give waist definition but are super comfy and can hide a food baby 🙂

    This tank is definitely more on the subtle side of a peplum and I like how it creates a more streamlined, a-line effect without adding extra bulk around the waist. Since there are less ruffles/pleats, this tank top is lighter which makes it suitable for warm weather while still giving a breezy, flared effect.

    Looking for more free crochet patterns?

    3 free crochet tank top patterns light blue v neck tank top, ribbed green tank top and baby pink crop top with tie straps

    1. Sea Breeze Tank Top / 2. Sagebrush Ribbed Tank Top / 3. Leila Tie Strap Crop Top

    easy crochet flared tank top in denim cotton yarn

    Yarn

    For this project I used Debbie Bliss Cotton Denim DK in the colour ‘New Denim’. I previously used this yarn for the Sea Breeze Tank and I loved it so much I just had to use it again!

    Its soft, machine washable and glides so quickly over the crochet hook – what more could you ask for? This yarn features ‘denim’ style cotton yarn so all the colours are marled blue, grey and white hues which are my favourite colours 🙂

    If you’re looking for more bright colours Debbie Bliss Cotton DK has a fun range of over 20 shades that also includes pastel and deep jewel shades! It is one the heavier side of a DK yarn so you could probably substitute it with a DK or Aran weight cotton yarn and as long as you meet gauge you should be good to go!

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    pin image of crochet peplum tank top pattern

    Video Tutorial

    Add to your Ravelry queue here!

    Ad-free, printable version here!

    *The sizing guide follows size XS(S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL). E.g. “HDC 98(112, 126, 140, 154, 168, 182) means HDC 98 for XS, HDC 112 for Small, HDC 126 for Medium, HDC 140 for Large, HDC 154 for XL, HDC 168 for 2XL and HDC 182 for 3XL.

    *"DC 10" means DC into the next 10 stitches.

    *"2DC" means place 2 DC into the same stitch.

    *Ch 1 and Ch 2 do NOT count as a stitch.

    *Total stitches are indicated between < >.

    *This pattern uses US crochet terms.

    SKILL LEVEL: Easy

    SIZES: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL

    Materials

    Yarn – Debbie Bliss Cotton Denim DK – DK/Light(3)/8 ply, 200m/100g, 100% Cotton in New Denim (02)

    Skeins – 3(3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5)

    4.5mm (US 7) Crochet Hook

    Darning Needle

    Scissors

    Stitches & Abbreviations

    Ch = Chain
    Sl st = Slip Stitch
    HDC = Half Double Crochet
    DC = Double Crochet

    St(s) = stitches
    Rep = repeat

    GAUGE: 10cm/4” square = 15 stitches wide x 14 rows tall in half double crochet

    Measurements cm
    Upper Bust: 68(78, 88, 98, 108, 118, 128)
    To fit Bust: 76(86, 96, 106, 116, 126, 136)
    Length: 40(40, 42, 42, 43, 43, 45)
    Strap length: 29(30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35)

    Measurements inches
    Upper Bust: 27(31, 35, 38.5, 42.5, 50.5)
    To fit Bust: 30(34, 38, 42, 45.5, 49.5, 53.5)
    Length: 16(16, 16.5, 16.5, 17, 17, 17.5)
    Strap length: 11.5(12, 12.25, 12.5, 13, 13.5, 14)

    Emilia Peplum Tank Top Pattern

    BODY

    FOUNDATION CHAIN: FHDC 98(112, 126, 140, 154, 168, 182), sl st into the 1st FHDC.
    <98(112, 126, 140, 154, 168, 182)>

    ROUND 2: Ch 1, turn, HDC in each st until end, sl st into 1st HDC.
    <98(112, 126, 140, 154, 168, 182)>

    Repeat ROUND 2 until ROUND 27(27, 28, 28, 29, 29, 30).

    Move directly on to ‘PEPLUM’ instructions.

    PEPLUM

    ROUND 1: Ch 2, turn, *DC, 2DC; rep from * until end, sl st into 1st DC.
    <147(168, 189, 210, 231, 252, 273)>

    ROUND 2: Ch 2, turn, DC in each st until end, sl st into 1st DC.
    <147(168, 189, 210, 231, 252, 273)>

    Repeat ROUND 2 until ROUND 18(18, 19, 19, 20, 20, 21).
    *You can add or remove rows to reach your desired length.

    Fasten off.

    STRAPS

    FOUNDATION CHAIN: Ch 7

    ROW 1: HDC into the 3rd chain from the hook, HDC 5. <6>

    ROW 2: Ch 1, turn, HDC 6. <6>

    Repeat ROW 2 until ROW 30(31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36).

    *You can add or remove rows to reach your desired length. I suggest pinning your strap onto your top and trying it on to check the length.

    Fasten off.

    Repeat STRAPS instructions for a 2nd strap.

    *If you added or removed rows for your first strap, double check that both straps are the same length.

    ASSEMBLY

    Fold the top in half with the front facing you. Measure in 6cm from the sides of top and pin the straps into place.

    Turn the top over, (the back and seam should be facing you). Measure cm from the sides of the top and pin the straps into place.

    *Note – I recommend trying on the top after you have pinned the straps. You can adjust the placement of the straps to perfectly fit your body

    Sew the straps to the top.

    Weave in all of your ends.

    *Note – Along the top of the body seam, sew the corners of the first and last Foundation Half Double Crochets together.

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    Comments

    1. Michelle Swann says

      July 12, 2019 at 1:23 am

      After having 2 children my stomach isn't flat so this top is perfect for me, finished in 2 days and planning on wearing it tomorrow

      Reply
      • admin says

        July 12, 2019 at 12:28 pm

        I'm so glad you like the pattern! I love how this tank is so flowy too! Thank you for visiting my blog 🙂

        Reply
    2. Tresa Baker says

      April 24, 2020 at 2:04 am

      Thank you so much for the video! It is so helpful! I'm trying to find a cute and easy summer top to make for my twin granddaughters. They are not quite 2 and small for their age, but I think as long as I can measure them, I can create a custom size to fit after watching your video.

      Reply
    3. Maria Svensson says

      July 10, 2020 at 4:07 pm

      I really love this too. Will start soon.

      Reply
    4. Stella says

      August 02, 2020 at 7:40 am

      I Love the pattern. My granddaughter has a bit of a tummy and needs a little extra space. I have been looking for a summer top which not only fits but is cute on a little girl. I can see how I can add short sleeves so she could wear it at school. Although with this pandemic I do not want school to reopen
      She is quite tall for her age and being able to adjust the length is wonderful.

      Reply
      • Grace says

        August 05, 2020 at 7:48 am

        Hi Stella, so glad you like the pattern! Your granddaughter is very lucky to have grandma that crochets 🙂
        Grace

        Reply
    5. Bey says

      August 19, 2020 at 1:58 pm

      Hi Grace! I was wondering what I can do to make the top more fitted to my waist (if ever that is possible)? My top so far (before the peplum) is perfect on the chest area but that also means it’s loose right under the chest area and I would have appreciated it more if it fit just right on me. :C Such a pretty top by the way! Thank you for posting a tutorial on it, I love it a lot.

      Reply
      • Grace says

        August 24, 2020 at 9:08 am

        Hi Bey, You can make the top more fitted by spacing out a few HDC2tog in each round as you crochet towards your waist. The exact number will depend on your own waist measurement - the more HDC2togs per round the quicker the top will become smaller.
        I hope this helps,
        Grace 🙂

        Reply
    6. Fatima says

      December 05, 2020 at 12:44 pm

      Hi,I love all your work.i made 2 already.

      Reply
    7. Isa says

      December 11, 2020 at 4:21 pm

      Hi I just love the peplum, Is there any way I can make this a square Neck, cap sleeve top?

      Reply
      • Grace says

        December 14, 2020 at 3:24 am

        Hi Isa,
        You could crochet along the raw edge of the straps to add cap sleeves.
        Grace 🙂

        Reply
    8. Annette says

      April 24, 2021 at 8:43 am

      Beautiful thank u sooooo much ! I have just finished knitting and it looks great

      Reply
    9. Erica says

      August 14, 2021 at 1:51 pm

      Hi Grace, I love this top! The only thing is with the size of the yarn and hook, and the nature of the HDC stitch, my top has spaces in the stitches making it just a little bit see through in the top area. I've made it work with wearing a black bra and it's gorgeous, but I'm wondering if this how yours is as well? Or is it the yarn I'm using? I made a swatch and the gauge is the same as yours. Thank you!

      Reply
    10. Mary says

      March 01, 2022 at 8:44 am

      I love your patterns and the yarn you use for them. I have tried several times to sign up for your weekly newsletter. I fill in my name and email address. Then when I hit submit, I get a message that says I need to enter my email address. Help!
      Mary

      Reply
    11. Lynne says

      March 03, 2022 at 5:14 pm

      Hi Grace, I have made o couple of your tops for my nieces and they are much loved. Wanting to make this top for myself, but I prefer an elbow length short sleeve. Can you suggest what might be the best way to adapt this pattern? or combine with another?
      Thanks

      Reply
    12. Bella says

      April 06, 2022 at 2:56 pm

      Hi I plan to make this top with a yellow, pink, and purple ombre color and I plan to add some puffy sleeves to it :> I got 4 ply yarn but I'm thinking of splitting it and doubling the yarn to get the ombre effect.

      Reply
    13. Eugenia says

      April 29, 2022 at 3:55 am

      Hi! I’ve loved making this project—and the video is so helpful! I’m just wondering if I’ve missed something bc I just got to row 30 of my first strap and it’s nowhere near long enough?? I am busty so could that be why? I am going to add rows but I’m imagining I will have to add at least 10 at this point. I hope I haven’t screwed up!!

      Reply
    14. Lynne says

      May 12, 2022 at 9:05 pm

      Hi Grace, I love a peplum top, but I don't wear sleeveless tops. Could you help me figure out a way to put a top on this similar to the Forest Tee? I haven't ever merged patterns before - so I'm a little nervous.

      Reply
    15. Lola Dee says

      May 13, 2022 at 2:26 am

      Which is right side? Row 1? Row 2?

      Reply

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