Paintbox Yarns am Bralette Crochet Pattern

Paintbox Yarns 4AM Bralette

What is Being Made

The 4AM Bralette is a crocheted bralette designed by The Queen Stitch, available in three size ranges: XS-S (to fit bust 81-86 cm / 32-34 in), M-L (to fit bust 91-97 cm / 36-38 in), and XL-2XL (to fit bust 102-107 cm / 40-42 in). The finished garment features a cup-style construction with a base that measures 40 cm / 15 ¾ in wide for the smallest size, increasing to 56 cm / 22 in for the largest size. The total finished length from the top of the cup to the lower edge of the base ranges from 36.5 cm / 14 ¼ in to 50.5 cm / 20 in depending on size.

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level crochet project employs lace techniques combined with working in the round construction methods. The pattern incorporates motif squares that measure 6.5 cm / 2 ½ in square and 8 cm / 3 in diagonally across, which are worked using a 3.50mm crochet hook. The lace construction creates an open, decorative fabric suitable for a bralette silhouette, while the circular working method ensures seamless integration of the garment pieces.

Stitches Used

The 4AM Bralette pattern utilizes fundamental crochet stitches including:

• Chain stitches (ch) for foundation and spacing
• Double crochet / Single crochet (dc/sc) for structural fabric
• Treble crochet / Double crochet (tr/dc) for the primary fabric texture, worked to a gauge of 17 stitches and 9 ½ rows over 10 cm / 4 in
• Slip stitch (ss) for joining rounds and finishing
• Treble crochet 2 together (tr2tog/dc2tog) for shaping and decreasing

The pattern uses UK crochet terminology with US equivalents provided in parentheses throughout the instructions.

Materials

The 4AM Bralette is designed to be worked in Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK yarn in the Slate Grey colorway. Yarn quantities are approximate and based on average requirements: 5 balls for XS-S size, 6 balls for M-L size, and 7 balls for XL-2XL size, with each ball weighing 50g. The recommended tool is a 3.50mm (UK 9 – US E4) crochet hook, or the size required to achieve the correct tension (gauge) for proper fit and drape. Paintbox Yarns recommends using only the specified yarn to ensure the finished garment meets design specifications and maintains appropriate structure and appearance.