Skill Level:
Intermediate
Sizes Available:
Small (S), Medium (M), Large (L), Extra Large (XL)
Instructions are written for size S, with M, L, and XL in parentheses. Adjust length and width as needed.
Materials:
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Yarn: Lightweight cotton or bamboo yarn (Category 2 or 3)
Approx. 1000 (1200, 1400, 1600) yards -
Crochet hook: 3.5 mm (E-4)
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch markers
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Scissors
Gauge:
20 dc x 10 rows = 4” x 4” (10 cm x 10 cm)
Gauge is important for proper fit—adjust hook size if needed.
Stitches and Abbreviations:
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ch – chain
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sl st – slip stitch
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sc – single crochet
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dc – double crochet
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tr – treble crochet
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sk – skip
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st(s) – stitch(es)
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rep – repeat
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sp – space
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… – repeat instructions between asterisks
Construction:
The dress is worked top-down in rounds with a lace stitch pattern. First, the yoke is made in rounds and then separated for front and back panels, which are later joined and worked in the round again for the skirt.
Pattern Instructions
Yoke:
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Foundation Chain: Ch 120 (128, 136, 144). Join with the sl st to form a circle, being careful not to twist.
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Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in each ch around. Sl st to top of ch-3.
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Rounds 2–6: Ch 3, dc in next st, ch 1, sk 1 st, dc in next 2 sts. Repeat around. Sl st to join.
Optional: Insert stitch markers every 30 (32, 34, 36) stitches to divide front, back, and sleeves.
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Round 7 (Increase for sleeves):
Ch 3, dc in next st, ch 1, dc in same st (inc), sk 1, dc in next 2 sts. Repeat every 30 sts to increase at sleeve separation points. Sl st to join. -
Rounds 8–12: Continue in established pattern, working increases every 2 rounds at the 4 marked points.
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Separate for Sleeves: Skip stitches for sleeves and work only front and back in rounds:
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Work dc lace pattern for front 60 (64, 68, 72) sts
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Sk next 30 (32, 34, 36) sts (sleeve)
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Work 60 (64, 68, 72) sts for back
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Sk next 30 (32, 34, 36) sts (sleeve)
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Join the front and back with chains at the underarms if needed (ch 5–10), depending on bust size.
Body / Skirt:
Now work in rounds again for the lace body and skirt section.
Lace Pattern (Repeat of 4 rounds):
Round A: Ch 3, dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, sk 2, dc in next 2 sts — repeat around.
Round B: Ch 3, dc in next st, ch 1, dc in next, ch 2, sk 2, dc in next st — repeat around.
Round C: Ch 4, tr in next st, ch 2, sk 2, tr in next 2 sts — repeat around.
Round D: Ch 3, dc in next 2 sts, ch 1, sk 1, dc in next 2 sts — repeat around.
Repeat Rounds A–D until dress reaches desired length (approx. 30–35 inches from underarm).
Finishing:
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Bottom Edge: Optional shell border: Sc in first st, sk 1, 5 dc in next st, sk 1, sc in next — repeat around.
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Neckline and Armholes:
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Work 1 round of sc around each armhole and neckline.
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Optionally add a picot edging: Sc, ch 3, sl st in first ch, sc in next st
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Weave in all ends. Block garment for even stitch definition and drape.
Tips for Customization:
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For a longer dress, continue the lace rounds to the desired length.
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For a tighter fit at the waist, use a smaller hook or decrease a few stitches after the bust.
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Add a thin belt or tie at the waistline for a defined silhouette.
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