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European Goddess Tunic
European Goddess Tunic

If you dream of a romantic European getaway but can't afford it, the next best thing is making yourself this European Goddess Tunic.

The timeless and elegant look of this free crochet pattern will leave you feeling like you're strolling down the streets of Paris.

Lightweight cotton yarn makes this a great layering piece for all seasons, and the classic design will look great on women of all ages. Five different sizing instructions are available for this light and airy crochet top.

 

Intermediate

Crochet HookF/5 or 3.75 mm hook

Yarn Weight(3) Light/DK (21-24 stitches to 4 inches)

SIZES:
Small (Medium, Large, XL, 2X)

 

MATERIALS:

  • 5 (6, 7, 7, 8) skeins Tahki Yarns
    COTTON CLASSIC LITE 100% mercerized cotton; (1.75 oz/ 50g;146 yd/135m) in color #4882 blueberry
  • F-5 (3.75mm) crochet hook OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
  • Split ring or safety pin stitch markers
  • Yarn needle
  • Chart


FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust 34 (38, 42, 46, 50)”/86.5 (96.5, 106.5, 117, 127) cm
Length 22½ (23½, 24, 24, 25)”/57 (59.5, 61, 61, 63.5) cm
 

GAUGE
16 Fsc or sc = 4” (10 cm) In Ch-5 stitch pat (Pat A and Pat B),
4 reps = 4”/10 cm; 10 rows = 4”/10 cm
In Ch-3 stitch pat (Pat D and Pat E),
5 reps = 4”/10 cm, 10 rows = 3½”/9 cm
TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGES
NOTE: Mesh fabric is very stretchy and will mold to your body.


SPECIAL TECHNIQUE
Foundation single crochet (Fsc): Start with a slip knot, ch 2, insert hook in 2nd ch from hook, draw up a lp, yo and draw through one lp (the “chain”), yo and draw through 2 lps (the “sc”). The following st is worked under the forward 2 lps of the stem of the prev st (into the “chain”). Insert hook into the face of the “chain” and under the nub at the back of the “chain”, draw up a lp, yo and draw through one lp (the “chain”), yo and draw through 2 lps (the “sc”).
Repeat for the length of foundation.


SPECIAL TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS:
Shell [dc, ch 2, dc, ch 2, dc] all in same stitch or space.


Stitch Patterns
Pat A (RS) Ch 5 (counts as dc, ch 2), sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 2, [dc in next sc, ch 2, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 2] around, end with slip st in 3rd ch of beg ch, turn.
Pat B (WS) Ch 1, sc in same st, [ch 5, sc in next dc] around, except omit last sc, instead end with slip st in beg sc, turn.
Pat C (creates inc’s at each of four corners)
(RS) Ch 5 (counts as dc, ch 2), dc in same first sc, ch 2, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 2, *[dc in next sc, ch 2, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 2] across to next corner sc, shell in corner sc, ch 2, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 2*; rep from * to * 3 times, rep bet [ ] to end, end with (dc, ch 2) in same sc as beg to complete first corner, slip st in 3rd ch of beg ch, turn.
Pat D (RS) Ch 4 (counts as dc, ch 1), sc in next ch3 sp, ch 1, [dc in next sc, ch 1, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1] around, end with slip st in 3rd ch of beg ch, turn.
Pat E (WS) Ch 1, sc in same st, [ch 3, sc in next dc] around, except omit last sc, instead end with slip st in beg sc, turn.
 

TUNIC
NOTE: This garment is worked in a single piece from the top down.
Fsc 112 (112, 112, 120, 120), slip st in beg sc to form a ring, being careful not to twist stitches, turn foundation over so sc edge is on top, begin work across sc edge.

Sizes Small (Medium, Large) Only
Rnd 1 (RS) Ch 5 (counts as dc, ch 2), skip same first sc, [skip next sc, sc in next sc, ch 2, skip next sc, dc in next sc, ch 2] 27 times, skip next sc, sc in next sc, ch 2, skip last sc, end with slip st in 3rd ch of beg ch, turn – 28 pat reps.

Sizes XL (2X) Only
Rnd 1 (RS) Ch 5 (counts as dc, ch 2), dc in first sc, ch 2, skip next 2 sc, sc in next sc, [ch 2, skip next sc, dc in next sc, ch 2, skip next sc, sc in next sc] 8 times, *ch 2, skip next 2 sc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next sc, ch 2, skip next 2 sc, sc in next sc*, rep bet [ ] 4 times, rep from * to * once, rep bet [ ] 8 times, rep from * to * once, rep bet [ ] 4 times, ch 2, skip last 2 sc, end with slip st in 3rd ch of beg ch, turn – 28 pat reps with 4 inc V’s.

All Sizes
Rnd 2 Work Pat B – 28 (28, 28, 32, 32) ch-sps.
Rnd 3 (inc corners) Ch 5 (counts as dc, ch 2), dc in same first sc, ch 2, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 2, [dc in next sc, ch 2, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 2] 8 (8, 8, 10, 10) times, *shell in next sc for corner, ch 2, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 2*; rep bet [ ] 4 times, rep from * to * once; rep bet [ ] 8 (8, 8, 10, 10) times; rep from * to * once; rep bet [ ] to end, end with (dc, ch 2) in same sc as beg to complete first corner, slip st in 3rd ch of beg ch, turn.
NOTE: Mark the dc at the center of each corner and move or wrap markers up into the corner stitch each round as you go.
Rnd 4 Work Pat B – 36 (36, 36, 40, 40) ch-sps.

Size Small Only
Rnds 5-6 Work Pat A, then Pat B.
Rnd 7 (inc) Work Pat C.
Rnd 8 Work Pat B – 44 ch-sps.
Rnds 9-12 Rep Rnds 5-8 once – 52 ch-sps.
Rnds 13-14 Work Pat A, then Pat B.

Size Medium Only
Rnd 5 (inc) Work Pat C.
Rnd 6 Work Pat B – 44 ch-sps.
Rnds 7-8 Work Pat A, then Pat B.
Rnds 9-16 Rep Rnds 5-8 twice – 60 ch-sps.

Sizes Large (XL) Only
Rnd 5 (inc) Work Pat C.
Rnd 6 Work Pat B – 44 (48) ch-sps.
Rnd 7 (inc) Work Pat C.
Rnd 8 Work Pat B – 52 (56) ch-sps.
Rnds 9-10 Work Pat A, then Pat B.
Rnds 11-18 Rep Rnds 7-10 twice – 68 (72) ch-sps.

Size 2X Only
Rnd 5 (inc) Work Pat C.
Rnd 6 Work Pat B – 48 ch-sps.
Rnd 7 (inc) Work Pat C.
Rnd 8 Work Pat B – 56 ch-sps.
Rnd 9 (inc) Work Pat C.
Rnd 10 Work Pat B – 64 ch-sps.
Rnds 11-12 Work Pat A, then Pat B.
Rnds 13-20 Rep Rnds 9-12 twice – 80 ch-sps.

All Sizes
Connect front and back with additional sts at each underarm to form a continuous rnd for the Body. All sizes have just completed a Pat B, with a sc at the center of each of the four corners.
Join Rnd (RS) *Work as Pat A across the next 15 (17, 19, 21, 23) ch-sps, ending with dc in the next corner sc, ch 1, insert hook under 2 forward strands of the stem of the dc just made, yo and draw up a lp, yo and draw through one lp on hook, yo and draw through 2 lps on hook (first Fsc made), Fsc 6 more for the underarm foundation, skip next 11 (13, 15, 15, 17) ch-sps for armhole, dc in next corner sc*; rep from * to * across other underarm, except omit last dc, instead end with slip st in 3rd ch of beg ch, fasten off yarn.

Body
Turn, skip next 3 sc of underarm foundation, join yarn with slip st in next sc.
Rnd 1 Ch 1, sc in same sc, *ch 5, skip rem 3 sc of underarm, sc in next dc, work as Pat B across 15 (17, 19, 21, 23) pat reps, ending with sc in next dc before other underarm foundation, ch 5, skip next 3 sc of underarm, sc in next sc*; rep from * to * once, except omit last sc, instead end with slip st in beg sc, turn – 34 (38, 42, 46, 50) pat reps.
Rnds 2-5 Work [Pat A, Pat B] twice.
Rnd 6 Ch 4 (counts as dc, ch 1), sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 1, [dc in next sc, ch 1, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 1] around, end with slip st in 3rd ch of beg ch, turn – 34 (38, 42, 46, 50) pat reps.
Rnds 7-21 Work Pat E, then [Pat D, Pat E] for 7 times.
NOTE: The next rnd adds 4 pat reps, spaced evenly at front and back.
Rnd 22 (inc hip) Ch 4, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, [dc in next sc, ch 1, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1] 4 (5, 6, 6, 7) times, *(dc, ch 2, dc) in next sc for inc, ch 1, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1*; rep bet [ ] 6 (6, 6, 8, 8) times; rep from * to * for inc; rep bet [ ] 9 (11, 13, 13, 15) times; rep from * to * for inc; rep bet [ ] 6 (6, 6, 8, 8) times; rep from * to * for inc; rep bet [ ] 4 (5, 6, 6, 7) times, end with slip st in 3rd ch of beg ch, turn.
Rnd 23 Work Pat E – 38 (42, 46, 50, 54) pat reps.
Rnd 24 Work Pat D.
Rnds 25-39 Work Pat B, then [Pat A, Pat B] for 7 times, then Pat A once more. Fasten off.

Sleeves
Last rnd of Body is RS (outside) of top. With RS facing, join yarn with slip st in 4th ch at center of one underarm foundation.
Rnd 1 (RS) Ch 5, skip next 2 ch of underarm, sc in next ch, ch 2, dc in next dc row edge, [ch 2, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 2, dc in next sc] 10 (12, 14, 14, 16) times around armhole, ch 2, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 2, dc in next dc row edge before underarm, ch 2, sc in next ch of underarm, ch 2, skip rem 2 ch, slip st in 3rd ch of beg ch, turn – 13 (15, 17, 17, 19) pat reps.
Rnds 2-14 Work Pat B, then [Pat A, Pat B] 6 times.
Rnd 15 Ch 4 (counts as dc, ch 1), sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 1, [dc in next sc, ch 1, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 1] around, end with slip st in 3rd ch of beg ch, turn.
Rnds 16-35 Work Pat E, then [Pat D, Pat E] 9 times, then Pat D.
Rnds 36-47 Work Pat B, then [Pat A, Pat B] 5 times, then Pat A once more. Fasten off. Rep Sleeve around other armhole in same way.
Weave in ends.
Block Tunic.


ABBREVIATIONS

beg: begin(ning)(s)
bet: between
ch(s): chain(s)
dc: double crochet
lp(s): loop(s)
rep: repeat(ed)(s)(ing)
rnd(s): round(s)
RS: right side
sc: single crochet
sp: space
st(s): stitch(es)
WS: wrong side
yo: yarn over

 

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I hope that AllFree reads the comments because Doris Chan is selling this pattern for $6.00 on Ravelry. https//www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/paris-tuni == c?fbclid=IwAR3T5jPEW2VlPFjT3z9V41WW90aDjVvhMhC8Y1r == EArRKYvLjkUWkiGm60

I see now that the pattern is by Chan. I guess it can still be sold.

This is such an elegant and sexy top and not because it is sheer. The design is timeless and the lines are classic. This piece will never go out of style. The little flair on the sleeves and is that not a boat neck line? The skill level is intermediate but if you have the courage to step up to the plate and make this you will have this in your wardrobe for years to come. It will easily be one of those go to tops.

When I look at this tunic on this model I automatically think of my youngest step daughter. She is such a fashion diva and she would look great in this. In just a few short months she will be graduating from college and I think she would love to have a few new clothes to start her career in the fashion industry. I think this would be a good start.

This is such a lovely pattern. It would look great over a pair of dark wash jeans.

Very pretty and a wonderfully written pattern. It's easy to understand and to follow. It also comes in a variety of sizes. That being said, I will make it fir my northern family and friends. If I wore it here in Florida, even in a light weight yarn, I would die of the heat. Plus long sleeves make it even hotter.

Hi I have a question on the part that says ALL SIZES, that whole paragraph. It say connect with additional stitches- what does additional stitches mean and where do I put them? Then all to the Join Rnd part too. "Work as Pat A" Does that mean I work Pat A around the sleeve or not? I assume I'm working around the sleeve. Do I work with the RS facing me starting from the front or back of sleeve? Again the whole paragraph does not make sense to me.

anyone?

What a lovely top! Thanks for including the larger sizes on this pattern too! It's a lovely shade of purple. The bell sleeves give it a little bit of uniqueness without being overpowering. They also offset the very European neckline. This pattern is so well written it makes me want to give it a go. Thanks for including the abbreviations for us novices!

How do we get a pattern of the European Goddess Tunic. What book do we have to subscribe to?

Hi judith, There is a photo showing up - it's at the top right of the page. :) Julia, editor for AllFreeCrochet

I hit PIN, a pic came up, but really would like to see the pattern completed on the page.

Hi mccandlessquilts, I'm not sure what you mean. The pattern above is complete, and hitting print should allow you to print out the full pattern. Thanks! Julia, editor for AllFreeCrochet

I agree with pattyb! What's the point of posting a pattern with no picture? Also we need more little girl stuff. Baby afghan overload!

Hi Audeo, We updated our templates and updated our minimum image size. Since some of our current images are too small, they aren't showing up - we're working on a fix but until then we're just manually fixing what we can. Bear with us, please! :) Julia, editor for AllFreeCrochet

Why isn't there a picture to see what the pattern is for? European Goddess Tunic, I notice several patterns are missing pictures.

Hi patty, We updated our templates and updated our minimum image size. Since some of our current images are too small, they aren't showing up - we're working on a fix but until then we're just manually fixing what we can. Bear with us, please! :) Julia, editor for AllFreeCrochet

As someone else posted this is sexy! Perfect little slip off the shoulder and peek through holes. I see this on my daughter with one of the cami's that she loves to wear. I think the best thing about the design it is perfect with a pair of jeans, or a nice skirt for work. I love the color it is done in. But I can see it done in many other colors that can make it a very dressy elegant event to a fun coverup on a summer night. Another plus is a well-written pattern to all level skills. Plus it's available to print!

I simply love the sexiness of this European Goddess Tunic. The length and the way it hugs the body is just perfect. The crochet stitch used is just right, the see thru spaces are not too large and not too tiny. The way it fits the shoulder area is just perfect, highlighting the very sexy cami straps peeping from the sabrina style tunic top. Thanks for this very detailed and easy-to-understand pattern, even beginners can do it. Cheers!

I've been in love with this top since seeing it on another site a year ago, and even hunted it down so I could find it, but they wanted me to pay for it, and I can't do intermediate projects yet. But it's been in my saved projects all year, and I intend to try it at least before I die. Ha!

Oh this is very nice indeed! And the flared sleeves are just darling. I am definitely saving it to make in late Winter so that it will be ready for me to look gorgeous in Spring! Tahki Yarns are not available here in South Africa but we do have some very good locally made cotton yarns so I will definitely be able to find a good substitute.

Perfect for wearing over a tube top or a tank top to give a little pizazz to an otherwise boring or plain top. Love the way the sleeves flare out at the bottom to give it a retro 70s look. This could be worn almost year round since it is mess and made with such a light-weight yarn.

This is a nice breezy looking top for summer. It could also be made a bit longer and used as a beach cover up, with or without sleeves added. I like that the pattern calls for DK yarn. It is not so thin that it is difficult to work with, not so thick that the finished top is bulky. Has anyone here tried it with acrylic instead of cotton?

Oh my, love the look of this European Goddess Tunic. I'm glad the pattern is right here on this page and there is a print tab. I think I need to print it out, that way I have a page for the Pat parts so I don't have to keep scrolling up and down to see the pattern. I love the sleeves in this tunic and the open mesh would be great when you need a cover up while wearing a bathing suit. I like that it is all crocheted in one single piece and I don't have to sew it together and there are different sizes taking that guess work out of it.. All in all I have saved this to my 'must make' list and I love it! Thank you so much for sharing this free crochet pattern.

I love the look of this top. The lace makes it a perfect layering piece and it can be used in any season.It seems like it would look cute with a crocheted belt in same or contrasting color. Another project to add to my ever growing to do list.

Here is a photo of completed project along with a skirt I crocheted.

Thank you. Used a finer thread (50gm200m)with larger hook (4mm 4.5mm for 3ch pat) had to add length to body and sleeves. In small size. It is drying from being washed. So I do not have finished pic. However, wife is very happy with it.

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