To upgrade your summer wardrobe with this beautifully detailed crochet summer dress pattern. Designed with both style and comfort in mind, this pattern guides you through every step of creating a custom-fitted, breathable cotton dress that's perfect for sunny days.
Crochet Summer Dress
From bust shaping to delicate strap work and flowing skirt variations, each section is tailored to help you achieve the perfect silhouette. Ideal for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike, the pattern offers room for customization and personal flair, making it as versatile as it is stylish. Whether you're lounging at the beach or heading to brunch, this handmade dress is your next statement piece.
Materials
- 100% cotton yarn
- 3 mm crochet hook
Initial Measurement and Chain
- Measure the perimeter under your bust (e.g., 74 cm)
- Create a chain equal to this measurement with an even number of loops (e.g., 120)
First Row Pattern (V-Stitch)
- Make three extra chains
- Skip three chains, make a double crochet into the fourth
- Chain one, double crochet in the same stitch to create a V
- Skip two chains, double crochet in the third, chain one, double crochet in the same stitch
- Repeat the V-stitch until the end of the row
- Finish by skipping one chain and double crocheting in the second-to-last chain
Subsequent Rows for the Main Piece
- Chain three and turn your work
- Continue the V-stitch in each V from the previous row
- Repeat until the piece measures approximately 15 cm
- Finish each row with a double crochet in the last loop
Creating the Side Parts (Back)
- Identify the center of the piece and mark bust ends
- Attach yarn to the main piece at the marked point
- Chain three and continue the V-stitch to the bust marker
- Make about 10 rows on each side or until desired back height
- End each row with a double crochet between two Vs
By Creating Holes for the Band (Back)
- Chain two
- Make a half double crochet in each stitch along the edge
- Turn, chain two, make two half double crochets
- Chain two, skip two stitches, half double crochet in the third
- Make nine half double crochets
- Repeat: chain two, skip two, half double crochet in the third, followed by nine half double crochets
- Ensure the row ends with two half double crochets
- Chain two, turn, and make half double crochets in each stitch and two in each hole
Creating the Bust Part
- Attach yarn at the corner of the bust
- Chain three, make double crochets in each V
- Make double crochets between each V
- For shaping, vary double crochets in Vs and between Vs as needed
- Make around 10 rows or until halfway up the bust
- Begin decreasing:
- Make a double crochet but pull through two front loops
- Follow with another double crochet
- Make four random decreases per row for about four rows
Connecting the Bust Parts
- Join the two bust parts together on one side
- Attach yarn and use single crochet stitches to connect
Decorative Rows (Under Bust)
- Attach yarn at the base of the bust
- Chain three, double crochet in the same stitch
- Chain one, double crochet again in the same stitch
- Skip two stitches and repeat the pattern
- Make three rows of this decorative stitch
Making Straps
- Make a long chain (e.g., 170 chains)
- Weave the chain through the back holes so two ends meet in the center
- Make two smaller chains (e.g., 45 loops) for attaching to the back
- Knot the center of the top
- Sew the straps to the back using a needle
Making the Skirt
- Leave a 9 cm gap between the back pieces
- Create a connecting chain (e.g., 20 chains)
- Attach this chain to the opposite side
- Chain three
- Make two double crochets in each V and three between each V
- At the row’s end, make two double crochets in each chain
- In the last chain, make another double crochet and join the row
- Continue with double crochets in every stitch for about 10 rows
Skirt Pattern Variation 1
- Chain three, double crochet in the same stitch
- Chain one, double crochet again in the same stitch
- Skip two stitches and repeat
- Make three rows of this pattern
Skirt Pattern Variation 2
- Resume double crochet in every chain and stitch without increases
- Complete eight rows of double crochet
- Add six rows of a different stitch pattern for variation
Final Skirt Pattern (V-Stitch)
- Finish the skirt with a V-stitch pattern
- Make 15 rows of this V-stitch design
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