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Oceana Bikini Top Crochet Pattern

Oceana Bikini Top Crochet Pattern
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6-8 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting 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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Stylish Touch

An elegant detail to elevate any look, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.

About This Oceana Bikini Top Crochet Pattern

The Oceana Bikini Top pattern is designed for crafters who want to create their own custom swimwear. This pattern features movable cups for adjustable coverage, beautiful shell stitch edging that creates a scalloped effect, and a completely customizable back tie. Whether you're lounging by the pool or catching waves at the beach, this bikini top combines style with functionality in a handmade piece you'll be proud to wear.

Oceana Bikini Top Crochet Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern includes detailed instructions for three cup sizes and guidance on adapting the fit to your exact measurements. Optional reinforcement with knitting-in elastic and swimwear fabric lining ensures your creation holds up beautifully in water.

Why You'll Love This Oceana Bikini Top Crochet Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it empowers you to create professional-quality swimwear from the comfort of your home! The adjustable design means you can achieve the perfect fit for your body, something that's often difficult to find in store-bought options. The scalloped edging adds such an elegant, feminine touch that makes this bikini top stand out from basic swimwear. I also appreciate how the pattern includes options for different skill approaches - you can keep it simple or add elastic reinforcement and fabric lining for a more advanced, water-ready finish. There's something incredibly satisfying about wearing a handmade bikini that fits perfectly and looks absolutely stunning!

Oceana Bikini Top Crochet Pattern step 1 - construction progress Oceana Bikini Top Crochet Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Oceana Bikini Top Crochet Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Oceana Bikini Top Crochet Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with this Oceana Bikini pattern to create unique variations! One of my favorite modifications is using variegated or ombre yarn to create a stunning color-fade effect across the cups and edging. The shell stitches really showcase color transitions beautifully.

I've also played with adding beads to the chain spaces in the edging section for extra sparkle - perfect for resort wear or festival season. Just thread small pony beads onto your yarn before you start the edging rows.

For a more modest version, I sometimes work an extra few rows in the main cup section and add a second layer of shell stitch edging at the bottom for additional coverage. This creates a gorgeous ruffled effect while providing more security.

I've experimented with making matching bikini bottoms using the same shell stitch edging technique applied to a simple crochet brief base pattern. The coordinated set looks incredibly professional!

Another fun variation is working the back tie in a contrasting color or even using multiple colors to create stripes. I've made versions with gold metallic thread worked alongside the cotton for a glamorous touch.

For those who prefer more support, I've successfully added underwire channels by creating a small fabric pocket at the base of each cup before lining. This works especially well for larger cup sizes.

I also love making this pattern as a crop top for layering over tank tops or wearing to music festivals. Just work a few extra rows in the cup section and make the ties extra long to wrap around multiple times.

The scalloped edging technique translates beautifully to other projects too - I've used it on beach cover-ups, summer cardigans, and even decorative pillow edges!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping gauge swatch can result in cups that are too large or small for desired fit ✗ Not using stitch markers at the corner chain space makes it easy to lose placement and distort cup shape ✗ Forgetting to skip stitches before and after shell stitches creates bunching and ruins scalloped edging appearance ✗ Working too tightly when crocheting the base tie can make it difficult to weave through post stitches

Oceana Bikini Top Crochet Pattern

Create your own stunning handmade swimwear with this beautiful Oceana Bikini Top pattern! This design puts a modern twist on the classic string bikini, featuring adjustable cups for the perfect fit and gorgeous scalloped edging created with shell stitches. Available in three cup sizes (Small, Medium, and Large) with customizable back ties, this versatile pattern allows you to craft a beach-ready piece that's uniquely yours. The combination of functional design and decorative details makes this bikini top perfect for poolside relaxation or seaside adventures.

Intermediate 6-8 Hours

Materials Needed for Oceana Bikini Top Crochet Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Wendy Supreme Cotton DK (DK weight, 100% cotton, 201m per 100g)
  • 02
    Substitute cotton yarn in DK weight suitable for swimwear

— Tools Required

  • 01
    3mm crochet hook
  • 02
    Yarn needle
  • 03
    Stitch markers (optional)
  • 04
    Knitting-in elastic (optional)
  • 05
    Swimwear fabric for lining (optional)
  • 06
    Scissors

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— Main Cup Section (Small Cup) :

Row 1 :

ch14, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc along 11sts, In last st [2sc,ch1,2sc], Sc along 12 sts (12sc, 2sc, ch1, 2sc, 12sc)

Row 2 :

ch1, turn, sc along to 1st st of the [2sc,ch1,2sc] group of prev row, skp sc before ch1 sp, [2sc,ch1,2sc] in ch1 sp, Skp next sc, Sc along (13sc, 2sc, ch1, 2sc,13sc)

Row 3-14 :

Rep row 2 (25sc, 2sc, ch1, 2sc, 25sc)

Info :

Fasten off after row 13 and reattach yarn and knitting-in elastic for row 14 if you are using it for the edging (OPTIONAL)

— Main Cup Section (Medium Cup) :

Row 1 :

ch 15, hdc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc along 12 sts, In last st [2hdc,ch1,2hdc], hdc along 13sts (13sts,2hdc,ch1,2hdc,13sts)

Row 2 :

ch1,turn, hdc to 1st hdc of the [2hdc,ch1,2hdc] group, skp hdc before ch1 sp, [2hdc,ch1,2hdc] in ch sp, skp next hdc st, hdc along (14hdc,2hdc,ch2,2hdc,14hdc)

Row 3-12 :

Rep row 2 (24hdc, 2hdc, ch1, 2hdc, 24hdc)

Info :

Fasten off after row 11 and reattach yarn and knitting-in elastic for row 12 if you are using it for the edging (OPTIONAL)

— Main Cup Section (Large Cup) :

Row 1 :

ch16, hdc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc along 13sts, In last st [2hdc,ch1,2hdc], hdc along 14sts (14hdc, 2hdc, ch2, 2hdc,14hdc)

Row 2 :

ch1,turn, hdc to 1st hdc of the [2hdc,ch1,2hdc] group, skp hdc before ch1 sp, [2hdc,ch1,2hdc] in ch sp, skp next hdc st, hdc along (15hdc,2hdc,ch1,2hdc,15hdc)

Row 3-15 :

Rep row 2 (28hdc, 2hdc, ch1, 2hdc, 28hdc)

Info :

Fasten off after row 14 and reattach yarn and knitting-in elastic for row 15 if you are using it for the edging (OPTIONAL)

— Edging Section (Small and Medium Cup) :

Row 1 :

ch1, turn, sc in 1st st, *skp 2 sts, 5 tr in next st (shell st), skp 2 sts, sc in next st* *-* rep 3 times, skp 2 sts (skp 1 st for medium), 5 tr in ch 1 sp of prev row, skp 2 sts (skp 1 st for medium), *sc in next st, skp 2 sts, 5tr in next st (shell), skp 2 sts * *-* rep 3 times, sc in last st (9 shells,10 sc) (45tr, 10 sc)

Row 2 :

ch1,turn, hdc in 1st st, *ch7, skp 5 sts, hdc in sc between shells* *-*rep 3 times, ch5, skp 2 sts, hdc in top of shell, ch5, skp 2 sts, *hdc in sc between shells, ch7, skp 5sts* *-*rep 3 times, hdc last st (66chs, 11hdc)

Row 3 :

ch1, turn, sc in 1st st, *9sc in ch 7 sp, sc in hdc between chs* *-* rep 3 times, 5 sc in ch 5 sp, sc in hdc at top of shell (47 sc), ch 90+1 (This is the neck strap ch more or less to get desired length), sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc along chs (90scs), sl st into sc at base of ch, 5sc in ch 5 sp, *sc in hdc between chs, 9sc in ch 7 sp* *-* rep 3 times, sc in last st (46 sc, 1 sl st) (93 sc, 1 sl st and 90 sc for strap)

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends

— Base of Cup (Small and Medium) :

Info :

Attach yarn in the 3rd sc of the last row

Row 1 :

sc along base (including 3 sts either side from last row of the cup), spread sts evenly (37sc)(40sc for medium)

Row 2 :

ch 3, turn (counts as a st), *FPtr around next st after ch, ch 1, skp 1 st, BPtr around next st, ch1, skp 1* *-*rep 8 times. For small cup FPtr in last st. For Medium cup FPtr, ch1, skp 1, BPtr in last st (10 FPtr, 9 BPtr for small) (10 FPtr, 10 BPtr for medium)

Info :

Fasten off weave in ends

— Edging Section (Large Cup) :

Row 1 :

ch1,turn, sc in next 4 sts, *skp 2 sts, 5 tr in next st, skp 2 sts, sc in next st* *-* rep 3 times, skp 2 sts, 5tr in the ch 1 sp of prev row, skp 2 sts, *sc in next st, skp 2 sts, 5tr in next st, skp 2 sts* *-* rep 3 times, sc in last 4 sts (9 shells, 16 sc) (45tr, 16 sc)

Row 2 :

ch1,turn, sc in first 3 sts, hdc in 4th st (the last sc before shell st), *ch7, skp 5 sts, hdc in sc between shells* *-*rep 3 times, ch5, skp 2 sts, hdc in top of shell, ch5, skp 2 sts, *hdc in sc between shells, ch7, skp 5sts* *-*rep 3 times, hdc in the next st, sc in last 3 sts (66chs, 11hdc, 6 sc)

Row 3 :

ch1, turn, sc in next 4 sts, *9sc in ch 7 sp, sc in hdc between chs* *-* rep 3 times, 5 sc in ch 5 sp, sc in hdc at top of shell (50 sc), ch 90+1 (This is the neck strap ch more or less to get desired length), sc along chs (90scs), sl st into sc at base of ch, 5sc in ch 5 sp, *sc in hdc between chs, 9sc in ch 7 sp* *-* rep 3 times, sc in last 4 sts (49 sc, 1 sl st) (99 sc, 1 sl st and 90 sc for strap)

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends

— Base of Cup (Large) :

Info :

Attach yarn in the 6th sc of the last row

Row 1 :

sc along base (including 6 sts either side from last row of the cup), spread sts evenly (43 sc)

Row 2 :

ch 3, turn (doesn't count as a st), *FPtr around next st after ch, ch 1, skp 1 st, BPtr around next st, ch1, skp 1* *-*rep 9 times, FPtr in last st (11 FPtr, 10 BPtr)

Info :

Fasten off weave in ends

— Back Tie :

Instructions :

Make a chain to your desired length of a back tie (for reference for a 32" back chain 250). Then simply sc along ch, fasten off and weave in ends. You can also use an old bikini back tie for this if you wish.

Info :

When finished simply weave the back tie through the FPtr and BPtr at the base of cup

Assembly Instructions

  • Weave the completed back tie through the front post and back post treble stitches at the base of each cup
  • Ensure the back tie is threaded evenly through both cups for a balanced fit
  • If using swimwear fabric lining, cut fabric pieces slightly smaller than cup size and hand-stitch to the inside of each cup
  • Adjust neck strap length by trying on and adding or removing chains as needed before fastening off
  • Tie the back tie at your preferred tightness and trim excess length if desired

Important Notes

  • 💡Pattern is written using US crochet terminology throughout
  • 💡Small cup uses single crochet while Medium and Large cups use half double crochet for main construction
  • 💡Chain 1 at beginning of rows does not count as a stitch in this pattern
  • 💡If planning to wear in water, consider working knitting-in elastic with yarn for better shape retention
  • 💡Cups are worked in a horseshoe shape by crocheting along one side of chain and back down the other
  • 💡You can adapt cup sizes by adding or reducing row repeats in the main cup section
  • 💡Lining with swimwear fabric is recommended for actual water use and better coverage

This gorgeous Oceana Bikini Top pattern brings together functionality and beauty in a customizable swimwear design that you'll love creating and wearing! With three size options, adjustable features, and elegant scalloped edging, this pattern gives you the power to craft swimwear that fits your body perfectly. The combination of classic string bikini styling with decorative shell stitches creates a piece that's both timeless and eye-catching. Whether you're new to garment crochet or an experienced maker, this pattern offers clear instructions and helpful adaptation tips to ensure your success. 🌊 Happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I use a different yarn weight for this bikini top?

While the pattern is designed for DK weight cotton yarn, you can use a different weight by adjusting your hook size and working a gauge swatch. Keep in mind that using heavier yarn will create a larger bikini top, while lighter yarn will make a smaller one. Cotton or cotton-blend yarns work best for swimwear as they hold their shape when wet.

Is the knitting-in elastic necessary?

The knitting-in elastic is optional but highly recommended if you plan to actually swim in your bikini top. It helps the fabric maintain its shape and provides better support when wet. You can skip it if you're making the top primarily for sunbathing or as a fashion piece.

How do I know which cup size to make?

Measure the base of your natural cup width. Small measures 6.5 inches, Medium measures 7.5 inches, and Large measures 8.5 inches. The pattern also includes instructions on how to customize by adding or reducing rows, so you can adjust for the perfect fit even between sizes.

Can I make the neck strap adjustable instead of fixed length?

Yes! Instead of crocheting a fixed-length neck strap, you can create loops at the top of each cup and thread ribbon, cord, or a purchased bikini strap through them. This allows you to adjust the neck length whenever needed.

How much yarn will I need for this project?

The pattern calls for 1 skein of Wendy Supreme Cotton DK (201m per 100g), which should be sufficient for one complete bikini top in any size, including the back tie and neck strap. Having extra yarn on hand is always a good idea for longer ties or if you crochet more tightly.