16+ Crochet Granny Square and Stripe Tops

Show off your love of granny squares, granny stitch, and other motifs with a crochet top! Today’s pattern collection includes 16+ fabulous and free crochet patterns for granny square and stripe tops, including vests, cardigans, pullovers, dresses, and more!

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16+ Patterns for Granny Inspired Tops

One of the best ways to show your love of granny squares, motifs, and granny stitch is to wear it! This pattern collection includes 16 fabulous and free patterns for granny-inspired crochet tops including cardigans, pullovers, shrugs, dresses, vests, and more!

• Summer Isle Cardigan by Itchin’ for Some Stitchin’: This open shoulder cardigan pattern uses a simple granny stitch variation and is available in 4 sizes from XS through XL.

• Granny Top by Fosbas Designs: This pattern is inspired by traditional granny square blankets and is available in 9 sizes from S through 5XL.

• Granny Square Sweater by Littlejohn’s Yarn: This oversized v-neck sweater pattern is available in 4 sizes from S through XL and includes a video tutorial.

• Lakeside Coatigan by CoCo Crochet Lee: This granny square duster was originally released as a 3 week crochet along and is available in 4 sizes from XS-SM through 3X-5X.

• Boho Crop Top by KnitcroAddict: This beginner-friendly crop top pattern is available in 6 sizes from XS through XXL, can be finished with decorative fringe, and includes a video tutorial.

• Granny Shrug by Linda Dean: This pattern is available in 4 sizes from XS/S through 3XL/4XL and is a free PDF download from Cascade Yarns.

• Alchemy Dress via Lion Brand: This pattern is inspired by the iconic Taylor Swift granny stripe dress and is available in 9 sizes from XS through 5X. You can download the free PDF pattern with sign up or buy the yarn + pattern kit.

• Franny Granny Square Sweater by HanJan Crochet: Choose from round or v-neck options in this sweater pattern, available in 9 sizes from XS through 5XL and including a video tutorial.

• Blue Skies Hexie Cardigan by Knit Crochet Create: This simple granny hexagon cardigan pattern is available in 6 sizes to fit chest measurements from 32”–34” through 52”–54”(132cm–137cm).

• Granny Summer Top or Dress by Briana K Designs: This top-down granny pattern can be customized several ways, including with long or short sleeves, a cropped or hip-length top, or even as a dress. It is available in 9 sizes from XS through 5X and includes a video tutorial.

• Go Your Own Way Cardigan by City Farmhouse Studio: This pattern is available in 9 sizes from XS through 5XL and uses a self-striping yarn to make colorwork easy.

• Isla Granny Square Sweater by Lakeside Loops: This pullover is designed with 2 different squares, in 8 sizes from S through 5X, and includes a video tutorial.

• Renewal Granny Square Vest by Make and Do Crew: This beginner-friendly garment pattern is available in 9 sizes from XS through 5X.

• Granny Square Sweater by Zeens and Roger: This recipe-style pattern allows you to customize size while making a scrap-busting pullover. The pattern lists recommended sizes of the granny square for 10 sizes from xs through 6xl and includes a video tutorial.

• Market Day Cardigan by Moogly: This oversized sleeveless cardigan pattern is available in 3 parts (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3), in 3 sizes from XS/S/M through 3XL/4XL/5XL, uses self-striping yarn to make colorwork easy, and includes video tutorials.

• Infatuation by Revel Designs: This pattern is made with a bulky yarn and is available in 8 sizes for chest circumference 34″ (101.5 cm) to 76″ (193 cm).

Still looking for pattern inspiration? Check out 40 Free Crochet Patterns for Granny-Inspired Women’s Accessories and Garments for more ideas.