Fun And Flirty Crochet Bikini Bottom Tutorial With Picot Border

The Crochet Bikini Bottom Pattern is a stylish and fun way to create your own custom swimwear! With its unique design, this pattern allows you to craft a flattering, comfortable fit that’s perfect for lounging by the pool or hitting the beach.

Crochet Bikini Bottom

Whether you're a crochet pro or just getting started, the easy-to-follow instructions guide you step by step to create a chic, one-of-a-kind bikini bottom. Experiment with colors, textures, and embellishments to make it truly your own. Get ready to show off your handmade creation and feel confident in your beach-ready look!

Materials Needed:

F hook (3.75 mm)
Medium weight (4) yarn

Sizes:

Extra Small (XS) through 3X

Bikini Bottom Front:

Make a slip knot.
Foundation chain: XS, Small, Medium - chain 8; Large - chain 10; 1X - chain 12; 2X, 3X - chain 14.

Row 1:

Double crochet (DC) in the second chain from the hook. DC in each stitch across.

Row 2:

Chain 1, turn. DC in each stitch across.

Repeat Row 2 until:

XS, Small, Medium finish row 8; Large and 1X finish row 9; 2X, 3X finish row 10.

Increase row:

Chain 1, turn. 2 DC in the first stitch, 1 DC in each stitch across until the last stitch, then 2 DC in the last stitch.

Repeat the increase row until:

XS finishes row 20; Small row 22; Medium row 24; Large row 26; 1X row 27; 2X row 29; 3X row 30.
Fasten off.

Bikini Bottom Back:

Reattach the yarn at the slip knot.
Chain 1, then DC across the foundation chain.

Repeat the increase pattern (as for the front):

2 DC in the first stitch, 1 DC in each stitch across until the last stitch, then 2 DC in the last stitch.

Continue the increase pattern until:

XS finishes row 22; Small row 24; Medium row 26; Large row 28; 1X row 29; 2X row 31; 3X row 32.

Border:

Chain 1, turn.
Begin with 2 single crochets (SC) in the first stitch.
Pico (chain 3, slip stitch in the first of these chains), 1 SC in the next two stitches. Repeat from to.
In the last stitch of the row, make 3 SC.
Work the pattern along all sides. In each corner stitch, make sure to put 3 SC.
When reaching the starting point of the border, slip stitch to join and fasten off.