Crochet Upcycling Top by The Polisher Project

Designed with The Polisher Project, this tutorial shows you how to turn forgotten clothes into one-of-a-kind pieces. A hand-crocheted base, upcycled fabric panels, reclaimed logos reassembled into a bold, graphic structure.

Chamade’s signature stretch yarn, Contrepoint® N°1 (40% elasticity), frames and connects each fabric insert, bringing comfort, support, and freedom of movement.

This top is just one example: the method taught in the tutorial is open, allowing you to invent new shapes, cuts, and patchworks. Transform old tees or tracksuits into unique creations, each defined by the contrast of textures and lines.

Sizes: XS to XL (bust 32–48 in / bust 80–122 cm)

⚠️ Designed exclusively for Contrepoint® N°1. Substitution not recommended to preserve stretch, structure, and drape.

YARN

~120–150 m of Contrepoint® N°1 (Chamade’s signature stretch yarn, 40% elasticity), amount varies depending on size and insert coverage

Cotton or DK lightweight yarn (8 ply, 11 wpi) matching your stretch yarn, to add firmness and structure

TOOLS

Crochet hooks: 3.5 mm, 5 mm, and 10 mm

1 upcycled fabric piece (t-shirt, technical jersey, or light mesh) for the inserts

Fabric scissors

Ruler

Pencil or fabric marker

Tapestry needle

Big-eye sewing needle

Stitch markers