Basic Tee Crochet Pattern — Simple, Stylish, and Perfect for Every Season
If you’re looking for a versatile crochet tee that’s easy to make and comfortable to wear, this Basic Tee Crochet Pattern is just what you need. Crafted with worsted weight yarn, this top-down tee features a classic circle yoke and is worked entirely in double crochet stitches, making it a perfect project for both beginners and experienced crocheters who want a quick, satisfying make.
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Why You’ll Love This Basic Tee Pattern
- Top-Down Construction: Starting from the circle yoke means you can try it on as you go and customize the length and fit with ease.
- All Double Crochet: Simple stitches keep the pattern approachable and speed up your progress.
- Worsted Weight Yarn: Durable and comfortable, perfect for everyday wear and ideal for all seasons.
Materials Needed
- Worsted weight yarn (choose your favorite fiber)
- H/5.0 mm hook
- Stitch markers
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends
- Measuring tape
Quick Overview
You begin by crocheting a circle yoke, increasing evenly as you go to create a smooth neckline. From there, you work straight down in double crochet for the body and sleeves. This construction lets you easily adjust the size and length to fit you perfectly—just try it on and keep going until it feels just right!
Making the Basic Tee Crochet Pattern
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Materials
Worsted weight yarn (I used yarn I dyed myself)- 300g for S, 400g for M, L, XL, 500g for 2X & 3X
H/5.0 mm hook
yarn needle
scissors
Level
Easy
Pattern notes
Stitches & Abbreviations – US terms
ch – chain
foundation sc
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
· ch 1 does not count as sc
· ch 2 does not count as dc
· The pattern is worked from the top down (raglan style) in turned rounds.
Gauge: 14 dc x 8 rows = 4” x 4”
Sizes:
S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X – The pattern is written in these sizes consecutively. Example, when the pattern gives the end of the row count as (80, 88, 96, 104, 112, 120 dc), the 80 is for S, 88 is M, 96 is L, 104 is XL, 112 is 2X, 120 is 3X.
This tee is a classic fit with some positive ease.
Approximate Finished Size:
Bust: S (34”) M (37”) L (42”) XL (45”) 2X (50”) 3X (52”)
Width across the back: S (17”) M (18.5”) L (21”) XL (22.5”) 2X (25”) 3X (26”)
Length: S (21”) M (22”) L (23”) XL (24”) 2X (25”) 3X (26”)
Armhole Depth: S (6.5”) M (7”) L (7.5”) XL (8”) 2X (8.5”) 3X (9”)
Small pictured. I am 5’0” with 34” bust.
CROCHET PATTERN WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS
Row 1: ch 2, starting in 2nd ch from the hook, foundation sc 80, 88, 96, 104, 112, 120 , join to first sc with sl st (80, 88, 96, 104, 112, 120 sc)
The remainder of the tee is worked in turned rounds.
Round 2: ch 1, turn sc in each stitch around, join to first sc with sl st (80, 88, 96, 104, 112, 120 sc)
Round 3: ch 2, turn, dc in each stitch around, join to first dc with sl st (80, 88, 96, 104, 112, 120 dc)
Round 4: ch 2, turn, *dc in 7 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (90, 99, 108, 117, 126, 135 dc)
Round 5: ch 2, turn, *dc in 8 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150 dc)
Round 6: ch 2, turn, *dc in 9 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (110, 121, 132, 143, 154, 165 dc)
Round 7: ch 2, turn, *dc in 10 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (120, 132, 144, 156, 168, 180 dc)
Round 8: ch 2, turn, *dc in 11 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (130, 143, 156, 169, 182, 195 dc)
Round 9: ch 2, turn, *dc in 12 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (140, 154, 168, 182, 196, 210 dc)
Round 10: ch 2, turn, *dc in 13 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (150, 165, 180, 195, 210, 225 dc)
Round 11: ch 2, turn, *dc in 14 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (160, 176, 192, 208, 224, 240 dc)
Round 12: ch 2, turn, *dc in 15 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (170, 187, 04, 221, 238, 255 dc)
Round 13: ch 2, turn, *dc in 16 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (180, 198, 216, 234, 252, 270 dc)
Round 14: ch 2, turn, *dc in 17 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (190, 209, 228, 247, 266, 285 dc)
Round 15: ch 2, turn, *dc in 18 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (200, 220, 240, 260, 280, 300 dc)
Sizes S & M, skip down to SLEEVES
Round 16: ch 2, turn, *dc in 19 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (starting with L: 252, 273, 294, 315)
Sizes L & XL, skip down to SLEEVES
Round 17: ch 2, turn, *dc in 20 stitches, 2 dc in next* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (starting with 2X: 308, 330 dc)
SLEEVES
For M, L, XL, 2X, 3X: ch 2, turn, dc in each stitch around, join to first dc with sl st
For XL, 2X, 3X: ch 2, turn, dc in each stitch around, join to first dc with sl st
For 3X: ch 2, turn, dc in each stitch around, join to first dc with sl st
Continue next round for all sizes.
Round 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21: ch 2, turn, dc in 30, 32, 36, 39, 43, 45 stitches, skip 40, 45, 53, 58, 67, 74 stitches (this is the first sleeve), dc in 60, 65, 73, 79, 87, 91 stitches, skip 40, 45, 53, 58, 67, 74 stitches (this is the second sleeve), dc in remaining stitches, join to first dc with sl st (120, 130, 146, 157, 174, 182 dc)
BODY
Continue working in rounds down the body portion of the tee.
Round 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22: ch 2, turn, dc in each stitch around, join to first dc with sl st (120, 130, 146, 157, 174, 182 dc)
Repeat previous round to Round 46, 48, 50, 52, 54, 56 – or until desired length
Fasten off. Weave in the ends.
And you’re done! I hope you love this easy tee!
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I love this Breann!
Hi how much foundation should I start with for 2xl size
112
Love your patterns! It’s wonderful to see patterns that come in larger sizes and are suitable for any age. Thank you, Breann! You are one of the best.
Thank you! So pretty , I love it, I may have to try it out
Hi Breann, this is such a lovely pattern. Thanks for sharing it.
I’m planning on making one for my Daughter and one for Myself! Thank You for sharing the Pattern and a Big Thank You for Your Fantastic Design!
Awesome! I hope you love it!
Dear Breann, thank you very much for the lovely pattern. I am planning to start it tomorrow. Can you please help me on what are turned rounds.
Thank you very much and please be careful outside. I await your answer.
Thanks,
Sharan@awdrecordings.com
Hi! After you join each round you’re going to turn and work the next round in the other direction. Just like if you were doing rows 🙂
When skipping the stitches for the sleeve, do you slip stitch those, fasten off and rejoin yarn, or are you carrying the yarn? Thanks!
Hi! You just completely skip that section and dc in the next stitch. It will create a fold in the circle and that’s the sleeve. I hope that helps 🙂
Thank you!
Hello when I turn my rows my stitch count is off but if I go in rounds it’s fine can I do continuous rounds or can u tell me what I might be doing wrong. Thank u
Hi! Is your stitch count too much or too less?
Hi sorry it’s too much by 1 I believe should I not go in the 1st stitch but 2nd one
Can’t wait to make it!!
Can the ‘seam’ be on the side rather than in the back? So can you crochet 60 DC then skip 40 two times?
I’m new to crochet so I am not sure if this makes sense.
Hi! Sure, you can do that 🙂
Hi, can I use light worsted weight yarns for this pattern?
Thanks
Hi! Yes, but the top may come out smaller than the pattern suggests. Check your gauge 🙂
I started this pattern in size medium and tried it when got to body rounds and it was so tight and i did a gauge square first. Pattern great really easy to follow. Starting large hopeful 😁anyone else had this happen
Hi! Thank you so much for this pattern. I have a question about the sleeve portion. Per your instructions:
“Round 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21: ch 2, turn, dc in 30, 32, 36, 39, 43, 45 stitches, skip 40, 45, 53, 58, 67, 74 stitches (this is the first sleeve), dc in 60, 65, 73, 79, 87, 91 stitches, skip 40, 45, 53, 58, 67, 74 stitches (this is the second sleeve), dc in remaining stitches, join to first dc with sl st (120, 130, 146, 157, 174, 182 dc)”
So I need to count to stitch number 30, 32, 36, etc, and DC in those? Then I get a little confused on the skip 40, 45, etc part. Am I counting 40 stitches and then doing a single DC then skipping another 45 stitches? Or does the skip 40 mean I DC for 39 stitches, skip #40, skip #45, etc?
Or something else entirely? LOL
Many thanks for your help!
Lisa
Hi! What size are you making? Example for a small (the first number in the series): dc in 30 stitches, skip 40 stitches, then dc in the next 60 stitches, skip 40 stitches, then dc in the remaining stitches/
(Lightbulb)
I get it! My fault for trying to crochet way too close to my bedtime and not paying enough attention.
Makes complete sense!
Thank you so much!
Lisa
I am doing the XL. After round 16, you skip down to sleeves. Do I do 2 rows of ch2, turn, dc in each stitch around, join to first dc with sl st for XL or drop down to round 17?
Hi! Do the 2 rows of ch 2, dc in each stitch around. Then move to round 19 🙂
I have just purchased the pattern and getting confused. I am doing XL. So I get to round 16 complete that then skip to the sleeves. This is where i am getting lost. Can you please explain in dummy terms lol what I am doing in round 17, 18, etc Thank you for your help
Hi! After round 16, you will have 2 more rounds of just dc. It will say “Continue next round for all sizes.” For you, it will be round 19. (always look at the 4th number in the sequence for your size). You will dc in 39 stitches, then skip 58, (this will make a fold in the fabric, this will be the first sleeve), then dc in 19 stitches, skip 58 (this is the second sleeve), then dc in the remaining stitches.
The pieces will now be folded with two armholes in either side. I hope this helps!!