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The Easy Airy Tee is an easy-rated crochet t-shirt pattern that comes with a full video tutorial, making it perfect for all skill levels. Using simple stitches, it creates a beautiful, breathable top that works up quickly thanks to the stitch pattern. It's an ideal make for the warmer months!
If you are looking for a free crochet t-shirt pattern that is easy, breezy, and perfect for summer, you are in the right place!
The Easy Airy Tee is a beautiful breathable crochet tee that works up quickly and is great for all skill levels. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, this free crochet t-shirt pattern is the perfect warm weather project to add to your queue.
Plus a full video tutorial is included so you can crochet along every step of the way!
Easy Airy Tee
Free Crochet Pattern Overview:
- Craft: Crochet
- Skill Level: Level 2 - Easy
- Yarn: DK Weight 3
- Hook: US G/4.0 mm crochet hook
- Gauge: 16 dc st x 9.5 rows = 4″
- Sizes: 9 Sizes - XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, and 5X)
- Downloadable PDF Available
- Full Video Tutorial
DESCRIPTION
The Easy Airy Tee is a free easy crochet tee pattern that is perfect for the summer! This easy pattern uses simple stitches, but makes an airy, breathable shirt.
It is worked in panels and the panels are seamed together once finished. The collar and sleeves are added at the end.
The length is perfect too, not cropped but not too long, making it incredibly flattering and wearable.
Comfortable sleeves and simple stitches keep this pattern approachable for all skill levels.
The Easy Airy Tee is easy to customize and perfect for the warmer months, making it a summer staple you will reach for again and again.
A full video tutorial is included so you can crochet along every step of the way, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned crocheter.
YARN
The yarn used for the Cozy Collared Vest is Lion Brand Yarn Cottino yarn, which is their new yarn recently released.
I did a full yarn review (and video review!) of this yarn, and you can find it HERE.
One thing to note with this yarn is that it becomes significantly softer once blocked, and continues to with each blocking.
I already think it is soft, but some of the reviews of the yarn online say it isn’t soft, and there’s no way you could think that after it is blocked. It is very soft.
So make sure you block your tee.
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DIFFICULTY
The Easy Airy Tee is considered a Level 2 – Easy pattern.
The tee uses very simple stitches, but the reason it isn’t rated Level 1- beginner is because of the decreases for the neck shaping.
It isn’t hard, but could be overwhelming for a beginner.
But remember, there is a full video tutorial, so you can always jump to the video if you’re needing help with a section.
The stitches used for this pattern are beginner stitches. Double crochet 2 in the same stitch and then single crochet chain 1 is used for the majority of the pattern.
In my premium PDF pattern on etsy, I have several pictures to supplement the pattern.
As always, I’m happy to answer any questions! 
FAQ
Is this pattern good for beginners?
While the Easy Airy Tee is rated easy, I would recommend having a little prior crochet experience before diving in, so it may not be the best fit for someone who has never picked up a hook before.
That said, if you’re fairly new to crochet and feeling adventurous, don’t let that discourage you! The premium PDF includes 10 picture aids throughout the pattern to help guide you step by step, making the Easy Airy Tee much more approachable for those still building their skills.
Can I use a different yarn?
Yes, but the gauge of the tee may be affected, so do a gauge swatch so you can meet gauge.
My favorite website to use to find good yarn substations is https://yarnsub.com/
What if my gauge is off?
Too many stitches in a 4″x4″ swatch?
→ The fabric is too tight, so you need to go up a hook size.
Too few stitches in a 4″ x 4″ swatch?
→ The fabric is too loose, so you need to go down a hook size.
Can I sell items from this crochet pattern?
Yes.
MATERIALS
- 644 (720, 795, 871, 947, 1023, 1098, 1174, 1250) yds/3 (3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 4, 5) balls of Lion Brand Yarn Cottino yarn, “Wisteria” (614-144T), weight 3, 55% acrylic, 45% superwash merino wool, 296 yds/271 m, 3.5 oz/100 g
- US G/4.0 mm crochet hook
- Stitch Markers
- Scissors
- Tapestry Needle
GAUGE
(when blocked)
16 dc sts x 9.5 rows = 4”/10 cm
Work in pattern, but only the dc’s are included in the st count
SIZES
9 sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, and 5X)
SPEACIAL STITCHES
Single Crochet 2 Together (sc2tog) – insert hook into next st, yo, pull up loop, insert hook into next st, yo, pull up loop, yo, pull through 3 loops.
TERMINOLOGY
US Crochet Terms Used
ch(s) – chain(s)
dc – double crochet
rep – repeat
rnd – round
RS – right side
sc – single crochet
sc2tog – single crochet 2 together
sl st – slip stitch
sp – space
st(s) – stitch(es)
WS – wrong side
yo – yarn over
DIAGRAMS
NOTES
- Pattern is written for 9 sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X). Highlight your size throughout the pattern for ease of reading.
- Model is 5’7”/167.5 cm & is wearing size Medium with a 38”/95 cm bust & 4”/10 cm of positive ease.
- Make sure you block your work when checking gauge. I wet blocked it, allowed it to air dry, and put it in the dryer for 10 minutes so the superwash fibers snap back in place.
- When reading pattern, if a size is marked by “-”, that means do not do the instruction for your size.
- Tee is worked in panels – Front Panel & Back Panel.
- The collar and sleeves are added in the round once seamed.
- Beginning dc ch(s) count as a st.
SKILL LEVEL
Level 2 – Easy
AD-FREE PREMIUM PDF
Check out my shops if you want to get the concise, ad-free, printable pattern. I have three different shops you can purchase it from or you can purchase the Lion Brand Yarn kit that includes all the yarn needed + the free pattern.
Best part about Lion Brand Yarn kits is that you do not have to choose the colors I used for the design.
You can customize the yarn colors to what you like best!
FREE CROCHET TEE PATTERN
Back Panel
ch 71 (79, 87, 95, 103, 111, 119, 127, 135)
Row 1 (RS): starting in the 5th ch from the hook, 2 dc in same ch, *skip 1 ch, 2 dc in next ch (dc group made), rep from * across to last 2 chs, skip 1, dc in last ch, turn [68 (76, 84, 92, 100, 108, 116, 124, 132) dc sts]
Row 2: ch 1, sc in 1st dc, *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc (center of dc group), rep from * across to turning ch, ch 1, sc in top of turning ch, turn [35 (39, 43, 47, 51, 55, 59, 63, 67) sc sts]
Row 3: ch 3, skip 1st sc, 2 dc in each sc across to last sc, dc in last sc, turn
Rows 4-49 (49, 49, 49, 31, 29, 29, 27, 25): rep Rows 2-3
Do not fasten off.
For Sizes XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, and 5X:
Next Row (WS): ch 1, sc2tog in 1st dc and sp between next 2 dc, *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc, rep from * to last 3 sts, ch 1, sc2tog in sp between next 2 dc and turning chain, turn [- (-, -, -, 49, 53, 57, 61, 65) sc sts]
Next Row: ch 3, skip 1st sc, 2 dc in each sc across to last sc, dc in last sc, turn [- (-, -, -, 96, 104, 112, 120, 128) dc sts]
Rep previous 2 rows a total of – (-, -, -, 0, 2, 3, 5, 7) more times [- (-, -, -, 96, 96, 100, 100, 100) dc sts]
Next Row: ch 1, sc in 1st dc, *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc, rep from * across to turning ch, ch 1, sc in top of turning ch, turn
Next Row: ch 3, skip 1st sc, 2 dc in each sc across to last sc, dc in last sc, turn
Rep previous 2 rows until 49 rows total.
All Sizes:
FIRST SHOULDER
Place st marker after 21 (25, 29, 33, 35, 35, 37, 37, 37) dc sts from both the right and the left,
Row 1 (WS): ch 1, sc in 1st dc, *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc, rep from * across to marked sp, turn [11 (13, 15, 17, 18, 18, 19, 19, 19) sc sts]
Row 2: ch 3, skip 1st sc, 2 dc in each sc across to last sc, dc in last sc, turn [20 (24, 28, 32, 34, 34, 36, 36, 36) dc sts]
Row 3: ch 1, sc in 1st dc, *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc, rep from * across to turning ch, ch 1, sc in top of turning ch
Fasten off.
SECOND SHOULDER
With WS facing, sl st to join in sp with second marker,
Row 1 (WS): *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc, rep from * across to turning ch, ch 1, sc in top of turning ch, turn [11 (13, 15, 17, 18, 18, 19, 19, 19) sc sts]
Row 2: ch 3, skip 1st sc, 2 dc in each sc across to last sc, dc in last sc, turn [20 (24, 28, 32, 34, 34, 36, 36, 36) dc sts]
Row 3: ch 1, sc in 1st dc, *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc, rep from * across to turning ch, ch 1, sc in top of turning ch, turn
Fasten off.
Front Panel
Rep Back Panel instructions to Row 41.
Do not fasten off.
FIRST SHOULDER
Place st marker in sp after 28 (32, 36, 40, 42, 42, 44, 44, 44) dc sts from both the right and the left,
Row 1 (WS): ch 1, sc in 1st dc, *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc, rep from * across to last 3 sts from marker, ch 1, sc2tog in sp between next 2 dc and marked sp, turn [14 (16, 18, 20, 21, 21, 22, 22, 22) sc sts]
Row 2: ch 3, skip 1st sc, 2 dc in each sc across to last sc, dc in last sc, turn [26 (30, 34, 38, 40, 40, 42, 42, 42) dc sts]
Row 3: ch 1, sc in 1st dc, *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc, rep from * to last 3 sts, ch 1, sc2tog in sp between next 2 dc and top of turning ch, turn [13 (15, 17, 19, 20, 20, 21, 21, 21) sc sts]
Rows 4-8: rep Rows 2-3 [20 (24, 28, 32, 34, 34, 36, 36, 36) dc sts]
Row 9: ch 1, sc in 1st dc, *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc, rep from * across to turning ch, ch 1, sc in top of turning ch, turn [11 (13, 15, 17, 18, 18, 19, 19, 19) sc sts]
Row 10: rep Row 2
Row 11: rep Row 9
Leaving a tail 4x the shoulder width for seaming, fasten off.
SECOND SHOULDER
With WS facing, sl st to join in second marked sp,
Row 1: ch 1, sc2tog sp just worked and sp between next 2 dc, *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc, rep from * across to turning ch, ch 1, sc in top of turning ch, turn [14 (16, 18, 20, 21, 21, 22, 22, 22) sc sts]
Row 2: ch 3, skip 1st sc, 2 dc in each sc across to last sc, dc in last sc, turn [26 (30, 34, 38, 40, 40, 42, 42, 42) dc sts]
Row 3: ch 1, sc2tog 1st dc and sp between next 2 dc, *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc, rep from * across to turning ch, ch 1, sc in top of turning ch, turn [13 (15, 17, 19, 20, 20, 21, 21, 21) sc sts]
Rows 4-8: rep Rows 2-3 [20 (24, 28, 32, 34, 34, 36, 36, 36) dc sts]
Row 9: ch 1, sc in 1st dc, *ch 1, sc in sp between next 2 dc, rep from * across to turning ch, ch 1, sc in top of turning ch, turn [11 (13, 15, 17, 18, 18, 19, 19, 19) sc sts]
Row 10: rep Row 2
Row 11: rep Row 9
Leaving a tail 4x the shoulder width for seaming, fasten off.
Seaming
With RS of Front and Back Panel facing towards each other, use tails to whip st tops of shoulders.
Whip st the sides of the tee leaving 7 (7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11) inches or 17.5 (19, 20, 21.5, 22.5, 24, 25, 26.5, 27.5) cm unworked for the sleeves.
Collar
The exact st count does not matter.
Sl st to join in back of neck,
Rnd 1 (RS): ch 1, sc around placing 1 sc in each st, 2 sc in each dc row end, and 1 sc in each sc row end, and sc2tog when reaching the 4 stitch markers placed for the First/Second Shoulder on the Front/Back, sl st to join
Rnd 2: ch 1, sc around placing 1 sc in each st and sc2tog when reaching the 4 stitch markers placed for the First/Second Shoulder on the Front/Back, sl st to join
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
Sleeves
The exact st count does not matter.
Sl st to join in underarm,
Rnd 1 (RS): ch 1, sc around placing 2 sc in each dc row end and 1 sc in each sc row end, sl st to join
Rnd 2: ch 1, sc around, sl st to join
Fasten off. Rep for second sleeve. Weave in ends.
Wet block and air dry. Throw it in dryer for 10 minutes to let the superwash fiber cling back to each other.
And that’s how you make the Easy Airy Tee!
Such a fun, quick design.
ABOUT THE DESIGNER
Cozy Nooks Designs
Rachel Alford from Cozy Nooks Designs was on the PBS TV show Knit and Crochet Now! season 13. She also designs for Lion Brand Yarn, has been in several crochet/knit magazines, and freelances by filming videos for Annie’s online episodes. Be sure to check out her YouTube Channel for tips, tricks, & tutorials!
Hi Rachel, after completing the 2 panels, I realised that it is too short by about 4 inches. Do you have any suggestions on how I can lengthen them. I have not seamed the top and sides yet.
Thank you
Have you blocked it yet? It will grow in length if you block it.
You could also add a bit of length at the top, but that will make your neckline drop lower. You can add a few more rows to the collar and add a few more rows for the bottom hem, too. <3