Berroco Forever Disco Boogie Wonderland Top Crochet Pattern

Boogie Wonderland Crochet Tank Top by Berroco

What Is Being Made

The Boogie Wonderland is a women's halter tank top designed by Mel Kennelly using the Berroco Forever Disco Boogie Wonderland collection. This intermediate-level crochet project creates a flexible-fit top constructed from multiple clover motifs and half clover motifs that are sewn together to form an apron-style halter design. The finished garment is available in four size ranges: XS/S (bust 26–46"), M/L (bust 39–59"), L/XL (bust 45–65"), and 2X/3X (bust 58–78"), with corresponding lengths of either 13" or 16¼" depending on size.

Construction Technique

This tank top employs a modular construction method, where individual clover motifs and half clover motifs are crocheted separately and then sewn together to create the finished garment. The modular approach allows crafters to follow either written directions or chart instructions for each motif, providing flexibility in the construction process. The halter and apron-style design features adjustable back straps that can be tied to customize the fit, making the garment suitable across a wide range of bust measurements within each size category.

Crochet Stitches and Techniques

The pattern incorporates foundational crochet stitches and specialized techniques appropriate for intermediate-level crafters. A key stitch used in this design is hdc3tog (half double crochet 3 together), a decrease stitch that combines three half double crochet stitches into one. This stitch is created by yarning over, inserting the hook into the first stitch, yarning over and pulling up a loop, then repeating the yarn over and insert process twice more to gather multiple loops on the hook before completing the decrease. The use of motif-based construction and chart options makes this pattern accessible while building intermediate-level skills.

Yarn and Materials

The Boogie Wonderland pattern calls for Berroco Lumi yarn, a sparkly, lightweight yarn available in 50-gram balls. The color palette features three coordinating shades: #8151 Sunny (C1), #8132 Chili (C2), and #8120 Bronze (C3). Yardage requirements vary by size, with the smallest size requiring 1 ball of Sunny and 2 balls each of Chili and Bronze, while the largest size requires 1 ball of Sunny and 3 balls each of Chili and Bronze. The project uses two crochet hook sizes: a size D / 3.25 mm hook and a size E / 3.5 mm hook, or the size needed to obtain proper gauge.

Gauge and Finished Measurements

Proper gauge is essential for this project's success. One completed clover motif measures 4¾" (12 cm) square and 6¾" (17 cm) measured on the diagonal. Gauge should be checked after blocking to ensure accurate finished measurements. Finished bust width (excluding straps) ranges from 26" for the smallest size to 58" for the largest size, while length varies between 13" and 16¼" depending on the size selected.