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Hepatica Granny Top Pattern

Hepatica Granny Top Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Casual Chic

Relaxed style with a modern twist, perfect for everyday wear while maintaining that handcrafted uniqueness.

About This Hepatica Granny Top Pattern

This pattern creates a halterneck crop top that begins as a row of granny squares with delicate blue 'flower' centers. The design is made in worsted weight cotton and uses US crochet terminology. It is adjustable with long ties and can be made in two sizes by changing the number of granny squares.

Hepatica Granny Top Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The top combines small motifs with a solid single-crochet upper to create a modern, wearable piece. It is quick to make and great for using small amounts of contrasting colors.

Why You'll Love This Hepatica Granny Top Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it mixes classic granny-square charm with a clean, modern top shape that you can wear every day. I enjoy how the little blue 'hepatica' centers add delicate detail without overwhelming the design. The construction is clever — you make a decorative strip first, then build the solid top, which feels rewarding as it comes together quickly. I also love that it's adjustable with ties, so it fits a range of sizes and body shapes, making it a versatile wardrobe piece.

Hepatica Granny Top Pattern step 1 - construction progress Hepatica Granny Top Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Hepatica Granny Top Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Hepatica Granny Top Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this top by changing colours; try pastel shades for a soft summer look or bold contrast colours for a statement piece.

You can change the number of granny squares to resize the bust measurement — fewer squares for a smaller fit, more squares for a larger fit.

Swap the yarn weight and hook to create different sizes: bulky yarn will give a chunky version while fingering weight will make a delicate mini top.

I often add embroidered motifs or small beads to the granny centers for added detail and sparkle.

Try different joining methods between squares to change the look of the seam — a visible slip-stitch join creates a decorative ridge while sewing gives a flatter finish.

I sometimes make the ties shorter and add a back clasp or button for an alternative closure that keeps the back tidy.

For extra support, add a lining or a simple elastic band sewn into the lower edge to help the top stay in place.

You can vary the top height by repeating the decrease row fewer or more times to suit different body proportions.

For a boho look, leave the bottom edge of the granny squares unjoined and fringe the lower edge.

Consider making matching accessories like a headband or small bag using the same granny-square motifs to create a cohesive set.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping counting stitches after joining squares can lead to an uneven top edge; count your stitches after joining and before working the top rows to make sure you have the correct number. ✗ Not fastening off color changes cleanly can create messy joins; fasten off each color neatly and weave in ends before continuing so the back looks tidy. ✗ Using inconsistent tension while working the solid sc top will create uneven shaping; maintain even tension and check measurements regularly as you decrease. ✗ Failing to leave an odd number of stitches before finishing rows will affect symmetry; follow the instruction to have an uneven number of stitches before continuing to finishing rows.

Hepatica Granny Top Pattern

Make a stylish halterneck crop top starting from a row of pretty granny squares. This pattern walks you through making the floral 'hepatica' granny squares, joining them into a strip, working the solid single crochet top, and adding adjustable ties. Perfect for weekend crafting and customizable to fit your measurements. Uses US crochet terminology and a worsted weight cotton yarn for a soft, wearable finish.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Hepatica Granny Top Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Worsted weight cotton yarn (Julie by Falkgarn) approximately 300 m total
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    Main color (10 ecru) - 3 skeins
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    Accent color A (blue) - 1 skein (color 14)
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    Accent color B (green) - 1 skein (color 15)

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size 4.5 mm / US size 7
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    Darning needle
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    Scissors
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    Stitch markers (optional)
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    Measuring tape
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    Pins for blocking (optional)

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— Info :

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A quick-to-make halterneck top that starts as a row of granny squares. The blue 'flowers' in the squares reminded me of Anemone hepatica, a spring flower common to Sweden and north Europe, hence the name. The yarn is a soft, unmercerised worsted cotton called Julie by Swedish brand Falkgarn. The pattern uses US crochet terminology.

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This pattern is entirely free. In return I would love it if you tag me when sharing your project photos in social media, so I can see what you are creating from my pattern. Instagram: @hooked_by_anna #hepaticatop #hepaticagrannytop. Ravelry (link up your project page to my pattern)

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Happy hookin'!

— Gauge :

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One granny square = 10x10 cm / 4x4 inches

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14 sc x 18 rows = 10x10 cm / 4x4 inches

— Sizes :

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S/M: chest measurement up to 90 cm / 35 inches

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M/L: chest measurement c. 95-105 cm / 37-41 inches

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The final size of the top depends on the number of granny squares you start with. My top in the photo above is about a size S/M (my chest measures 85 cm / 33.5 inches) and starts with a strip of 7 granny squares (each square being c. 10x10 cm / 4x4 inches).

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The top is quite elastic and is adjusted / done up with ties at the back, so one size can fit many shapes. The solid sc top part is c. 20 cm / 8 inches high in my top (S/M), i.e. from neck down to under the bust. If you begin with a strip of 8 squares (M/L), the solid top part will be c. 25 cm / 10 inches. You can of course experiment using fewer or more granny squares to get smaller or larger sizes.

— Materials :

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4,5 mm / US size 7 hook

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darning needle, scissors

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About 300 m worsted weight cotton yarn. I used Julie fran Falkgarn: 3 skeins in 10 ecru, one skein each of 14 blue, and 15 green.

— Abbreviations :

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st.......................stitch. slst....................slip stitch. sc......................single crochet. ch.......................chain. ch-sp...................chain-space. dc.......................double crochet. sk.......................skip. n........................next. 2sc tog.................2 single crochet together (decrease). 2dc tog................2 double crochet together (decrease).

— The Granny Squares :

Round 1 :

(white) start with a magic ring, or ch4 & join with a slst to form a ring. Ch2, dc into the ring (counts as the first 2dc tog), ch1, [2dc tog, ch1] 7 times into the ring. Close with a slst in the first st. Now you should have 8 'petals' (=2dc tog), each separated by 1 ch. Fasten off.

Round 2 :

(blue/green) insert hook into the ch-sp in-between two 'petals' & pull up a loop, ch3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc in the same ch-sp, ch1, [3 dc in next ch-sp, ch1] 7 times, close with a slst in the first dc. Now you should have 8 dc groups, each separated by 1 ch. Fasten off.

Round 3 :

(white) insert hook into the ch-sp in-between two 'petals' (dc-groups) & pull up a loop, ch 5 (counts as first dc + 2 ch), 3 dc in the same ch-sp, ch1, *3 dc in next ch-sp, ch1, [3 dc, ch2, 3 dc, ch1] in next ch-sp, repeat from * 2 more times, 3 dc in next ch-sp, ch1, 2 dc in next ch-sp (where you started), close with a slst in the first dc. Now your circle will have become a square with 2 dc groups in each corner, and one dc group on each side of the square.

Round 4 :

(white) slst to the next corner ch-sp, ch3 (counts as the first dc), [dc, ch2, 3 dc, ch1] in the same ch-sp, *3 dc in next ch-sp, ch1, 3 dc in next ch-sp, ch1, [3 dc, ch2, 3 dc, ch1] in next corner ch-sp, repeat from * 2 more times, 3 dc in next ch-sp, ch1, 3 dc in next ch-sp, ch1, dc in next ch-sp (where you started), close with slst in first dc. Fasten off.

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Make 7 squares for size S/M, 8 squares for M/L.

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Sew or crochet together the squares to form a long strip. There are countless ways to join granny squares. Google for tips and inspiration! Personally I prefer joining the squares as I go - there are plenty of tutorials on the topic on YouTube.

— The Top Part :

Row 1 :

now we're going to work a row of sc along the long edge of your granny strip. Put the strip horizontally in front of you, right side up, insert hook in the top right corner ch-sp (top left if you're left handed), pull up a loop, ch1 (does not count as a st), 2 sc in the same ch-sp, now sc into each dc along the edge, plus 1 sc into each of the joins in-between the squares. (Sk the ch-sp's in-between the dc-groups.) In the final corner ch-sp in the top left corner of the granny strip, work 1 sc if your strip has 7 squares; work 2 sc if your strip has 8 squares. Turn. (Total of 93 sc for 7-square-strip; 107 sc for 8-square-strip: exact st count not that important as long as you end up with an uneven no. of sts.)

Row 2 :

ch4 (counts as dc + ch1), sk next st, [dc in next st, ch1, skip next st] repeat to end of row, finish with a dc in the last st, turn.

Row 3 :

ch1 (does not count as a st), sc in each st (dcs as well as ch-sp's) across, turn.

Row 4 :

now we'll start decreasing: ch1 (does not count as a st), sk first st, sc in next st & in each st across up to the final 2 sts, 2sc tog into the final 2 sts, turn.

Row Repeat :

Repeat row 4 c. 35 times, or until the row has shrunk to about 12-15 cm / 5-6 inches. Make sure to have an uneven no. of sts before continuing to the finishing rows.

Finishing row 1 :

ch4 (counts as dc + ch1), sk next st, [dc in next st, ch1, skip next st] repeat to end of row, finish with a dc in the last st, turn.

Finishing row 2 :

ch1 (does not count as a st), sc in each st (dcs as well as ch-sp's) across. Fasten off.

— Edging Row & Ties :

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Work a 90 cm / 35 inches long chain, sc into the last st of row 4 (circled in photo below), sc into the side of each row of the top part, working in the direction of the red arrow (see photo) up to the top corner, work a 45 cm / 18 inches long chain, turn, slst into each ch all the way back to the corner, slst into each st along the top edge, work another 45 cm / 18 inches long chain, turn, slst into each ch back to the corner, sc into the side of each row of the top part, working your way down along the edge, finishing in the first st from row 4, work a second 90 cm / 35 inches long chain. Fasten off and weave in the ends.

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Thread the long chain ties through the sts at the back as in the photo.

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Wash, block & tah-daah! All done!

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew or crochet together the granny squares into a long strip, aligning corners so the blue 'flowers' form a row; join using your preferred joining method and ensure seams sit flat.
  • Work the top part along the long edge of the granny strip starting with Row 1, then follow Rows 2-4 and repeat decreases until the top measures about 12-15 cm / 5-6 inches before finishing rows.
  • Add the edging row and ties: attach a 90 cm chain at the base, sc along the side rows up to the corner, make two 45 cm chains with slip-stitch returns to form straps, then sc down the other side and make a second 90 cm chain tie; fasten off and weave in ends.
  • Thread the long chain ties through the stitches at the back of the granny strip as shown in the photos so the top can be adjusted and tied at the back.
  • Wash and block the finished top to even out stitches and shape the piece, then trim any loose ends and weave them neatly into the work.

Important Notes

  • 💡Make sure to have an uneven number of stitches before continuing to the finishing rows for correct symmetry.
  • 💡Choose a crochet hook that gives you the gauge specified; changing hook size will alter the final measurements of the top.
  • 💡Fasten off and weave in ends between color changes to keep the back tidy and prevent snagging during wear.

This lovely Hepatica Granny Top is a modern twist on classic granny squares, perfect for summer wardrobes and thoughtful handmade gifts. It pairs floral detail with a clean single-crochet top for a flattering silhouette. Try it in different colourways to suit your style and enjoy the process from squares to finished top. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The final size depends on how many granny squares you make: 7 squares gives roughly S/M (up to 90 cm chest) and 8 squares gives M/L (c. 95-105 cm chest). The solid top height also varies (c. 20 cm for S/M, c. 25 cm for M/L).

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but different yarn weights will change the finished size. If you use a heavier yarn, the top will be larger and denser; adjust hook size and check gauge to achieve desired measurements.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of double crochet, single crochet, working in the round, and simple decreases is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary depending on experience, joining method, and how many squares you make.

How do I join the granny squares?

You can sew or crochet the squares together; the pattern mentions personal preference for joining as you go. Choose a joining method you are comfortable with—sewn seams, whipstitch, or slip-stitch join are all suitable.