There’s something deeply liberating about crocheting your own bikini while the air already smells like the sea, warm sand, and long summer afternoons. And no, we’re not talking about your grandma’s kind of project (although let’s be honest, they were ahead of their time by at least two generations). We’re talking about the coolest crochet bikini/top of summer 2025: the one you make yourself, with no rigid patterns, just your style, your hands, and your desire to feel beautiful, free and... sun-kissed.

ICE CREAM Bikini, pairings by Tessiland.

Picture this: you’re in line at your favorite ice cream shop, in your favorite city, and you’re choosing the perfect flavor to freshen up your sunny June stroll. Personally, I’m not a fan of chocolate or elaborate flavors – too intense – but right in front of me appear raspberry and blueberry: two colors, two flavors, a combo that screams summer and lightness. That’s exactly where the inspiration for our ice-cream bikini was born.

A vibrant fuchsia that pairs perfectly with frayed denim shorts, a cream-colored linen midi skirt, or – for the boldest – tucked under an oversized chalk-white blazer. But before all that, you can wear it as a bikini all summer long. The result? Sexy, spontaneous, with that boho twist that screams Ibiza festival or chic sunset aperitif.

The easy peasy project for everyone: even if it’s your first time crocheting

If you think making a crochet top is just for pros, stop right there: this project is perfect even if you’ve only just learned how to chain stitch. No pattern to follow, no panic over complicated diagrams. Just you, your style, and the freedom to choose: crop top to wear with high-waisted jeans? A few rows and voilà. Longer top to tuck into your cargos? Keep going until your belly button says hello. Like the bandeau shape? Build it straight or add tie straps for a romantic touch.

The yarn that screams summer: SPLASH + Stretch = WOW

For our design, we chose the SPLASH fuchsia yarn, artfully perforated with a stitch that lets your skin breathe (and yes, it enhances your tan too!). We paired it with light blue lycra bikini fabric, creating a visual contrast that recalls the colors of the tastiest slushies you’ve ever had.

But the real ace up the sleeve is this: the stretch yarn, voted favorite of the 2025 season. It’s soft, elastic, non-itchy and adapts perfectly to your shape – even when you're dancing on the beach until 3 a.m. The result? A top that doesn’t slip, doesn’t squeeze, doesn’t warp. Just good vibes.

• splash lycra fabric crochet hook

Yes, we thought of everything: download the free PDF

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For those who want a simple yet stylish guide, we’ve created a free downloadable PDF with all the essential tips to make your summer crochet top. We explain how to start, which stitch to use for a perfect openwork effect, how to finish the edges, and even how to sew your favorite bikini for a two-in-one look.

Spoiler: you can also use the same yarn to make a matching bandana. No need to thank us—just tag us.

The 5 top colors to choose for summer 2025

This year’s palette screams pure energy, and we’re here for it:

1. Watermelon fuchsia – like our Splash: bold, energizing, super hot.
2. Ibiza sky blue – light as a sea breeze and perfect with linen.
3. Sunset coral – perfect for golden skin and golden hour vibes.
4. Matcha green – sophisticated, fresh, and yes, totally photogenic.
5. Golden sand – for those who love neutrals but still want to stand out.

Moral of the story? Make room for emotions (and for a top made with heart)

If there’s one thing summer teaches us every year, it’s this: let go. Let yourself be inspired, surprised, and chosen by the colors that make your heart beat. This crochet bikini isn’t just a garment – it’s a love statement. It tells the world: “I decide how to dress, how to move, how to shine.”

And if someone asks where you bought it, just smile and say:

“I made it. And no, there’s nothing else like it.”

Rosaria Tessiland®