Knit & Crochet Combination Patterns: Women's Tops

So you, being the extremely crafty person that you are, have skills at knitting and crocheting and would like to combine the two into one neat project. The are a number of project available, ranging from the very easy for the beginner to the extremely difficult and mind-numbing. Somewhere in the middle are most of the best patterns, between the ones that look like a 6 year old completed them and the ones that look like they cost $1,200 on Rodeo Drive. Women's Tops are the perfect project for combination knitting and crocheting craft patterns because they are reasonably simple, you can wear your skills, and best of all because they are free.

The beauty of knit & crochet combination patterns is that they have a unique look that stands out from the crowd, because they are using multiple areas of expertise and textures. Because of this, they allow the crafter to make a statement of their personal tastes in fashion and enable the creation of one of a kind garments. The range of free patterns go from the demur to those you may only want to wear at home, in the bedroom for that special person in your life. Regardless of the use, the free combination patterns for Women's Tops save a ton of money over similar store-bought garments, and you'll know yours is a product of quality, since you made it. Here are some great websites and free knit & crochet patterns for Women's tops:

Arlene Trapeze Tank - This is a wonderful trapeze tank top with a beautiful ribbed yoke and crocheted shoulder straps, that is pretty easy to make. The free pattern is available at http://berroco.com/200/200_arlene.html

Bombshell Halter - This is an incredibly sexy halter top that uses knit and pearl knit stitches, and chain, single and double crochet stitches. The pattern for the Bombshell Halter is available at http://miminspirations.com/patterns/bombshell/bombshell.html

Allusion - This is a sexy corsett top with straps and a choker. The free pattern is available at http://knitty.com/ISSUEsummer04/PATTallusion.html

Tiger Lily Top - This is a simple to make tank top that is easy for beginners to make, with beautiful crocheted straps. The pattern is available at http://www.black-purl-magazine.com/SUM07-PATtigerlily.htm

While viewing these free knit & crochet patterns fell free to browse these websites for other patterns. Remember you are able to use these for free, respect the websites rules, and when the time comes to buy patterns let your conscience guide you on which site to purchase from.