Less is more. The Sophia top fits the bill here and is perfect for a day at the beach. If you like minimalism, this is a perfect pattern for you.
The full article about this pattern is here:
The Sophia Crop Top
more info about photo projects here and here.
Gylly Beach Jacket
To begin with, we have a delightful and playful beach jacket, perfect for the summer season. This easy crochet sweater is based on a repeatable granny square rows, it is a perfect project for beginners.
The original pattern and the photos are available at Make and Do Crew blog: Gylly Beach Jacket (The Campfire Cardigan)
More info about yarn and project photographed also on Ravelry.
Skylar Ribbed Top
This is a super easy pattern perfect for a newbie. It uses only half double crochets. Although it is great and popular among teens and young women, you can easily adapt it for kids. There are alteration instructions if you prefer longer tank tops over crop tops.
The full article about this pattern is here:
Skylar Ribbed Crop Top
more info about Herbtere’s project ravelry and -leachang-‘s project ravelry.
Magnolia Sweet Heart Crop Top
Raglan-style tops are fun, elegant and attractive. As an amazing example, here is the Magnolia Top, a crochet crop top with short sleeves and a sweetheart neckline. The centre front tie detail that uses a crochet chain to create a ruched, sweetheart neckline that’s a cut above normal, plain shirtfronts.
The full article about this pattern is here:
Summer Halter Crop Top
While on the topic of simplicity, you can add playful and “beachy”. What you get is an easy-to-make and fun-to-wear crop top for summer fun.
The full article about this pattern is on Ravelry:
Summer Free Crochet Crop Top
Spoilt for choice here! This wonderful top is a great take on the classic crop top. Among crochet designs for tops, it’s definitely one of the most universal ones.
The full article about this pattern is on Ravelry:
More info also on Ravelry.