Berroco Outside the Sock Samira Top Crochet Pattern

Samira Crochet Top by Berroco

What Is Being Made

Samira is an intermediate-level crochet top designed by Mel Kennelly. This garment is constructed using a join-as-you-go motif technique, creating a structured, patterned fabric. The finished top is available in multiple sizes ranging from 34" to 74" bust measurement, with a consistent length of 24" across all sizes. The design features positive ease of approximately 4–6" for comfortable wear.

Construction Technique

The Samira top uses a modular, join-as-you-go construction method that builds the garment from individual motifs. The body is constructed from two strips containing either 9 or 11 motifs each, depending on size. Sleeves are similarly made from two strips of 3 or 4 motifs each. Double crochet cluster sections are added to the longer strips for the sides of the body and sleeves, then joined to the shorter motif strips for the sleeve cuffs. All pieces are subsequently sewn together to complete the garment.

Stitches and Stitch Details

The primary stitches used in this pattern include:

• Double crochet (dc): The foundation stitch used throughout, with gauge measured at 24 stitches and 14 rows equaling 4" / 10 cm after blocking
• Double crochet clusters (3dc-cluster): Three double crochets worked together, creating textured, dimensional sections
• Treble crochet (tr): Used in corner sections for added height and visual interest
• Chain stitches (ch): Including ch-2 spaces, ch-4 spaces, and ch-5 spaces that form the structure between clusters and create openwork elements
• Slip stitch (sl st): Used for joining rounds and connecting motifs in the join-as-you-go method

Each individual motif measures 5" / 13 cm when completed. The pattern emphasizes the importance of checking gauge after blocking to ensure accurate finished measurements.

Materials

This pattern calls for Berroco Vintage Sock yarn in the colorway #12070 Tide Pool. The yardage required varies by size, ranging from 4 to 8 balls of 100-gram skeins depending on the bust measurement selected. A size E / 3.5 mm crochet hook is recommended, or a hook size that achieves the specified gauge. Blocking is required after completion to achieve accurate measurements and proper motif sizing.

The pattern is presented as a downloadable PDF and includes construction notes, finished measurements for all sizes, and gauge information. Berroco recommends using the specific yarn called for in the instructions to ensure the best results with this intermediate-level project.