This crochet pattern is an original design from my book Summer Crochet: 19 Delicate Designs with Simple Lace and Timeless Silhouettes, first published in 2025 by Page Street Publishing.
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ABOUT
With plenty of helpful tips and clear instructions on how to achieve the perfect fit on any body type, you’ll be able to crochet your own Ruffle Bralette to fit you exactly the way you like. This made-to-measure pattern is written in a tutorial style for any shape or size; all you need are three measurements.
This bralette is crocheted with a small hook, creating a solid fabric that need not be worn with a bra. You may choose to wear your bralette with removable cups like the ones found in bathing suits, for a more comfortable wearing experience. You can also sew in a fabric lining using a sewing machine or a needle and thread if this is within your skill set.
More Content: For more information and tester photos, visit knitsnknots.ca/ruffle-bralette.
MATERIALS
This bralette is shown in two different samples using two different DK weight yarns. Yardage estimates below are calculated using We Are Knitters The Cotton. (See yarn information for solid grey version below as well.)
Yarn:
DK—We Are Knitters® The Cotton in colorways “Terracotta” (Main Color) and “Natural” (Contrasting Color)
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100% Cotton
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232 yds (212 m) per 3.5 oz (100 g) skein
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Find this yarn on weareknitters.com or visit yarnsub.com to find comparable substitutes available in your region.
Yardage Required for Two-Tone Version:
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Main Color (MC): 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) (1, 2, 2, 2) ball(s) of The Cotton or approximately 175 (190, 215, 265, 310) (350, 380, 420, 470) yds (160 [174, 197, 242, 283] [320, 347, 384, 430] m)
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Contrasting Color (CC): 1 ball (all sizes) of The Cotton or approximately 35 (35, 40, 50, 60) (65, 70, 80, 85) yds (32 [32, 37, 46, 55] [59, 64, 73, 78] m)
Yardage Required for Solid-Color Version:
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1 (2, 2, 2, 2) (2, 2, 3, 3) ball(s) of The Cotton or approximately 210 (225, 250, 310, 360) (410, 450, 490, 540) yds (192 [206, 229, 283, 329] [375, 411, 448, 494] m)
*Note that the yardage is a rough estimate based on total bust circumference, as well as feedback from pattern testers during the writing of this book. These numbers are intended to be used as a guide. Because this pattern is made-to-measure, the exact yardage required for your unique measurements may vary slightly from these numbers. Reference the sizing chart on page 5.
Solid Grey Version—Yarn Information
Yarn: DK—Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in colorway “Misty Grey”
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100% Cotton
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137 yds (125 m) per 1.8 oz (50 g) skein
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Find this yarn on lovecrafts.com or visit yarnsub.com to find comparable substitutes available in your region.
Yarn Substitution: Visit knitsnknots.ca/ruffle-bralette for an extensive list of yarn substitutes and yarns used during pattern testing. Substitute We Are Knitters The Cotton with any similar light DK-weight (category #3) yarn that matches gauge. This particular yarn is on the heavier side of the DK-weight spectrum, while Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK is on the lighter side of the DK-weight spectrum. Cotton or cotton blends will work best in this project. Avoid 100% bamboo yarns, as these are too slippery and will stretch out too much with wear; a little grip is needed to maintain the structure of your cups. Note that DK weight is sometimes referred to as “8-ply” in Australia.
Other Yarn Weights: Because this top is made-to-measure, you could try making this pattern with a different yarn weight than the one recommended. DK weight and sport weight will produce the most similar results to the samples shown, but most of the pattern can be followed exactly the same in any yarn weight since each piece is crocheted until reaching a specified size. The only thing you may need to adjust is the ruffle rows: If using a thicker yarn, you may need to eliminate one of the increase rows which doubles your stitches. A thicker yarn will produce much more pronounced ruffles, and you will likely want to reduce the amount of ruffling to produce a similar look to the samples shown. If using a thinner yarn, the pattern can be followed as written.
Hook: Size U.S. E/4 (3.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
Notions: Tapestry needle, tape measure, 5 locking stitch markers, plus several more (optional) to help with seaming
GAUGE
4 x 4” (10 x 10 cm) = 20 sc and 22 rows, lightly blocked
Note: This is the gauge for the cups of your bralette. It is more important that you are satisfied with the fabric density created with your yarn and hook combination than it is to match this gauge exactly. Use this gauge as a guide and, ultimately, choose a yarn and hook combination that creates dense stitches for maximum coverage.
SIZING + FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
See listing photos for full sizing chart and finished measurements.
TERMS + ABBREVIATIONS USED
Written in U.S. Crochet Terms
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CC: contrasting color (in two-tone version shown, the CC is “natural”)
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ch(s): chain(s)
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ch-sp(s): chain space(s)
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dc: double crochet (tr in U.K. terms)
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MC: main color (in two-tone version shown, the MC is “terracotta”)
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PM: place marker
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rep: repeat
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RS: right side
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sc: single crochet (dc in U.K. terms)
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sk: skip
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sl st(s): slip stitch(es)
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st(s): stitch(es)
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tch: turning chain
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WS: wrong side
PATTERN NOTES
Skill Level: Intermediate
Sizing: This bralette is made-to-measure. You will be instructed to take three specific measurements that will be referenced throughout the pattern to give a custom fit. This way, you can easily make this pattern for yourself or for someone else, as long as you have the three specified measurements of the wearer.
Stitch Counts: Stitch counts are listed after each row. If no stitch count is given, there has been no change since the previous row.
Reversible: There is no right side or wrong side to this stitch pattern; however, the pattern will instruct you to assign a “right side” to each of your pieces before seaming them together.
Turning Chain: The turning chain does not count as a stitch unless otherwise indicated.
Construction: First, you will crochet two identical triangular cups. Next, you will crochet the Body Panel that hugs your rib cage, leaving plenty of space in the back for room to tighten the lace-up ties. The cups are sewn to the Body Panel, then the neckline straps are crocheted directly onto the cups. Lastly, the back tie is crocheted separately and woven through the eyelets along the Front Panel, then tied in the back for a secure fit.
My signature bralette hack for a great fit without “falling out” of it is to weave the ties through the Front Eyelet Row for extra support. This way, you will not fall out through the bottom if you lift your arms up, and it helps to give some shape to your bralette, similar to the effect of a push-up bra.
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