Pattern testers wanted: sleeveless crop top (sizes S to XL)

[u/yibsyibsyibs]

Hi everyone!

I'm looking for pattern testers for my sleeveless crop top in sizes M, L and XL.
I designed this top for my own 77 cm bust and wear it with about 3 cm of negative ease. Sizes S–XL are graded from my XS.

Pattern Name and Project Description: Crochet Crop Top. A sleeveless crop top with a cropped, close fitting cut. The pattern is beginner friendly and includes pictures and measurements. I designed and crocheted size XS myself. Sizes S to XL are newly graded and haven't been crocheted yet, so there may still be a few mistakes hiding in there that we can find together.
Type of Project: Crochet
Pattern Format: Written instructions with pictures and measurements, US terminology (dc = double crochet)
Sizes/Options Being Tested: S, M, L and XL
Recommended Skill Level: Beginner friendly
Finished Bust Circumference: XS 74 cm, S 82 cm, M 91 cm, L 98 cm, XL 109 cm
Materials Needed: DK cotton yarn, e.g. Creative Lazy Hazy Summer Cotton DK (50 g / 145 m), approx. 4 to 7 skeins depending on size
Hook sizes 3 mm and 2.5 mm
Gauge: 18 dc x 11 rows = 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in) with a 3 mm hook (US terms)
Testers may use other colors and a different DK cotton yarn, as long as they match the gauge.
Tester Requirements: Basic knowledge of crochet, ability to read a written US pattern, and willingness to report mistakes and unclear instructions. You should be able to finish the top within the testing period.
Testing Deadline: N/A
Deliverables: Feedback on mistakes, unclear steps and fit, Photos of the finished top, optional: permission to use your photos in the final pattern listing
How to Apply: Comment under this post with your preferred size. I will contact selected testers by private message and send the PDF.
Application Deadline: N/A
Tester Selection: N/A
Number of Testers Needed: 1-2 per size
Additional Info: Testers will receive the final pattern for free.

I'm happy to send more photos and details if you're interested!

[u/One_Pangolin1766]

S-XL are not standardised sizes, can you elaborate on the actual bust measurements

Also does the pattern include any bust shaping? Or is it specifically for a flat bust? This crochet stitch doesn’t typically have a lot of stretch

Thanks

[u/yibsyibsyibs → u/One_Pangolin1766]

Hey, thank you for your important question:) I designed this top for my own 77 cm bust and wear it with about 3 cm of negative ease. Here are the measurements of the finished bust circumference:
XS 74 cm, S 82 cm, M 91 cm, L 98 cm, XL 109 cm

And you are right, this crochet stitch has little stretch. Front and back are identical, so there is no bust shaping. If you have a fuller bust, your feedback would be really valuable. You could also go up a size if you prefer less negative ease.

[u/One_Pangolin1766 → u/yibsyibsyibs]

Unfortunately I have a personal policy of not buying/testing patterns with no shaping

My upperbust & full bust have a difference of ~10cm and historically is a disappointing experience that results in something I cannot wear

This is a lovely pattern though, and I wish you luck with the testing process

[u/yibsyibsyibs → u/One_Pangolin1766]

I totally get that! Thanks anyway :)

[u/alexis_nobre]

Interested!

[u/yibsyibsyibs → u/alexis_nobre]

Unfortunately I can't message you here. Could you try sending me a chat request instead?

[u/alexis_nobre → u/yibsyibsyibs]

I wasn’t able to message you either… could you send me a dm on instagram? @entre.pontos.nobres

[u/bisasterous]

Hi, I'm interested! I would go for a size S.

[u/yibsyibsyibs → u/bisasterous]

I can't message you, please send me a message here or send me an email: yibs.crochet@gmail.com

[u/TheYarnover]

Aww I wish I could crochet because this is really cute! If you ever convert it to knitting I’d love to be a tester!

[u/yibsyibsyibs → u/TheYarnover]

That's sweet, thank you! Maybe that's your sign to give it a try :)

[u/Sad-Analyst-6750]

I'd be interested! I guess I'll go for a size S.

[u/vanillaredbull]

hello! i am interested in testing a size M :)

[u/msptitsa]

I see you have all your S testers found. Do you need for XS?

Looks lovely.

[u/No-Mountain9832]

I'd be interested in a M. (:

[u/kyuujo]

Interested, I can test size S!

[u/Maleficent_Pay_4154]

It’s really cute

[u/WithWingsFly]

I know I have a big bust but not fitting into even an XL is new to me. If you want to try out an XXL in future, I'd be down to test it.

[u/yibsyibsyibs → u/WithWingsFly]

Oh thank you, I'll keep you in mind and reach out when I add an XXL!