365 Crochet

Oh my!  This is a lovely crochet dress, yet so easy to make- the perfect example of using simplicity to create something beautiful. If you know how to make a granny square, which is easy enough on its own, then you can make this dress!  Basically you make 2 granny squares the same size, join them, and continue on with the length. This dress is super easy to make custom, and could also be a great stash buster! This is a Ravelry download. Designed By: Snakewood & Grace Skill Level: Easy Materials: 8 ply cotton or wool in colors of your choice. 3 colors shown. Size 4.0mm crochet hook Size: Custom Get the Free Pattern!

I love this idea, and well, I'd make these for myself!  The plan is to use adult sized t-shirts with crochet edging to create cute kids' dresses, but I think an oversized shirt for the adult version would work just fine as well!  I really like this tutorial, and these girls look like they love their new dresses! Designed By: Jessie at Home Skill Level: Intermediate Materials: Aunt Lydia’s Baker’s Cotton Steel hook size 9/1.4 mm; US 1/B/2.25 mm oversized tee shirt yarn needle scissors safety pins pen  Get the Free Pattern!

This cute skirt is versatile and fun!  The designer has included written instructions along with instructions on how to set the colors so that the dye in the cotton doesn't run.  You could use any color combination that you wish, or even go all one color; this crochet skirt would still look great!  You can also easily adjust the size and length, I love this project! Designed By: Crochetverse Skill Level:  Intermediate Materials: 800 - 1200 yards worsted weight cotton Sugar’n Cream Cotton (4 oz./200 yards each);  (1,2) ball each of Red, Hot Orange, Hot Blue, and Sunshine Size I (5.5mm) crochet hook tapestry needle scissors stitch marker plain white vinegar for dye setting tutorial Size: Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large Get the Free Pattern!

This is a fun pattern!  I love the way that the shell stitches look like waves in this beautiful oversized crochet dress design. This garment has a hippie style or a bohemian vibe and a bit of romance. Using lightweight cotton yarn, with the amount of "open-ness" to this dress, it would actually work up quicker than you'd think! Designed By: Maz Kwok Skill Level: Intermediate Materials: 3.5mm crochet hook Sport weight yarn: Grey ( 350 gr for the sample – size L/ 100 gr per skein ) Yarn needle Scissors Size:  L (chest size: 36 to 38 inches) Get the Free Pattern!

If you're looking for a multi-way garment for the summer, check this out!  A great crochet dress that doubles into a crochet skirt for the warm summer months, this versatile pattern uses light sport weight cotton yarn for a nice breathable style. Designed By: Maz Kwok Skill Level: Easy Materials: 3.5 mm crochet hook Sport weight yarn: brown ( 400 gr for the sample – size L/ 100 gr per skein ) Yarn needle Scissors Size: size L (chest size 36 to 38 inches) Get the Free Pattern!

"Oooh...ahhhhh!" Look at this long crocheted pineapple skirt!  I love crochet wearables, especially dresses and skirts, and this one is stunning.  The designer assures that a dedicated beginner could make this skirt, I think the biggest challenge is time. But time well used, the end result is marvelous.  The designer includes diagrams with a photo tutorial. You'll be envied when you wear this skirt! Designed By: EmmHouse Skill level : Intermediate Materials: used 300g – 350g of acrylic yarn Crochet hook 3mm Yarn Needle 16 little beads (optional) Size: Custom Get the Free Pattern!

I haven't been over to check out Red Heart's free patterns in a while, until today... And they have some nice new patterns!  I immediately fell in love with this beauty!  This awesome crochet cover up uses combed cotton and a large hook, so it works up quickly, which is exciting, because I love a quickie project that I can wear!  I am nowhere near a beach, but I would wear this over a simple slip dress. I love it! Designed By: Ann Regis Skill Level: Intermediate Materials:  COATS Crème de la Crem: 6 (7, 8) balls 255 Tearose Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 6mm [US J-10] and 6.5mm [US K-10½] Yarn needle Sizes: Small, Medium, and Large Get the Free Pattern!

I stole the photo from a Ravelry user, because the main photo in the pattern is not very good... that being said, this pattern is super cute and easy to work up!  You can also check it out on Ravelry and see other peole's projects for inspiration, they've used several different colors and themes in creating this beauty!  I recently made one myself for a soon to be baby girl, and in my excitement, forgot to take photos of it.  But trust me, you will enjoy making this, it only took me a a couple hours from start to finish.  This cutie makes a great spring gift. Designed By: Maxine Gonser Skill Level: Easy Materials: Size 5.0mm H hook  approximately 3 oz bernat sport yarn (275 yds) 3 buttons (optional) yarn needle Size: 0-3 months Get the Free Pattern!

I've been spending the past few days researching for an upcoming article, and came across the Tommy Hilfiger Spring 2016, Ready to Wear fashion runway show.  So.... sidetracked now from my original article, I have to stop and share this show with you! While I'm not the biggest fan of Tommy Hilfiger's work, this show stopped me dead in my tracks, because I loved it, and of course, you've guessed it: crochet is involved!  And when I say "involved", I mean it takes over a large portion of the show! The amount of crochet work that went into the pieces shown on the runway is astounding!  I can't help but think, "Who made this?!" and "How long did it take?!"  Maybe I don't want to know the answer.... but the great part is, YOU CAN MAKE THESE YOURSELF, or most of them anyway. I would say if you have a lot of experience and have the concept of making your own patterns, some of these should be no problem to free-style.  (though they may...

This beautiful skirt has a very bohemian feel to it, and a definite hippie style!  You construct this skirt by arranging various sizes of granny squares and finishing off with a long lace crochet hem.  I love the colors used in the pattern, however, you can use any color combination.  Designed By: Doris Chan Skill Level:  Easy Materials: Naturally Caron Spa (75% Microdenier Acrylic/25% Bamboo); Misty Taupe, Rose Bisque, Green Sheen, Coral Lipstick, Soft Sunshine, Naturally, Ocean Spray, Berry Frappe,   Size US I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook  Size US H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook (for waistband and drawstring)  Yarn needle Size: XS (S, M, L)  Get the Free Pattern!

I love the look of crochet into fabric!  This dress is another great example of how to the two textures look so lovely together.  This pattern for the dress top is part written and part charted; it should be fairly simple.  So dig out your old clothing, find some matching yarn and get hooking! Designed By:  EmmHouse Skill Level:  Easy Materials: 100g (166m) of 100% cotton (Mandarin soft)  Crochet hook H/5mm. Yarn Needle, marker Get the Free Pattern!

Lacey crochet clothing is always a summer beauty, and this lovely skirt pattern Drops Design is the perfect example!  I love the pattern, the color, and the style! Designed By: Drops Designs Skill Level: Advanced Materials:  Drops Safran from Garnstudio  color no 18, off white Hook size 3.5 mm/E/4  Mother of Pearl Button: Loop (white) Size: S - XXXL Get the Free Pattern!

Here's another beautiful creation from beautifulcrochetstuff.com!  It can be sized from XXS to XXL and looks amazing on it's own, paired with jeans or leggings, layered, or as a beach cover-up.  I especially love the leaf motif!   Designed By: Beautiful Crochet Stuff Skill Level:  Adcanced Materials:  Alize Bella Fingering Yarn / 4 ply 100% Cotton 196 yards / 50 grams – 7 skeins Crochet Hook: 2 mm Measurements:  Length: 28 in or 72cm; Width: 20 in or 51 cm; Flower Motif: 2, 75 in or 7 cm Get the Free Pattern!

Using crochet thread and a simple v-stitch you can work up this beautiful mesh style dress.  I would call this an "over-dress" as it looks awesome over a slip dress.  You could also use this as a beach cover up.  I love these crochet dresses, they give off a retro 1970's vibe. Designed By: Linda K. Jefferies Skill Level:  Intermediate Materials:  Aunt Lydia's Classic Crochet Thread, Size 10: 5 (5, 6, 6, 7) balls 495 Wood Violet Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 4mm [US G-6] Stitch markers Thread needle Size: S, M, L, XL, XXL Get the Free Pattern!

When I first spied this beauty, I literally said, "Wow!"  There are so many cool things going on in this crochet cover up that I love, including the pineapple square motifs, the off shoulder sleeves, the length, and the perfect detail to lace!  This pattern is also written very nicely.  The center square motifs of the body are charted and the rest is written along with photo instructions.  This is certainly not an easy pattern, but with skill you can achieve this on your own! Designed By:  Jane from Beautiful Crochet Stuff Skill Level:  Advanced Materials:  Gazzal Baby Cotton 60% Cotton, 40% Acrylic, 246 yards / 50 grams, Sport / 5 ply – 8 skeins Crochet Hook: 2 mm Size: M (for a larger size make more rounds or make more squares, for smaller size crochet less rows) Get the Free Pattern!

The sunflower is such a bold and amazing flower. I love this shade of yellow and everything else about this dress!  It is a lot of work, but the end result is worth it. Designed By: Universal Yarn Skill Level:  Experienced Materials: Nazli Gelin Garden 10 (100% mercerized cotton; 50g/308 yd) • 700-26 Yellow – 9 (12, 14) balls  Hook: US B-1 (2.25 mm) or size to obtain gauge  Notions: Split-ring stitch markers, tapestry needle Size: Small, Medium, and Large Get the Free Pattern!

Crochet has made a dramatic resurgence on the runway during the past few years, and it is going to continue to linger around this spring! The year begins with bold colors, geometric shapes, granny squares, dresses, skirts, floral accents, shells, accessories, extreme detail, including crochet embellishments. Emilio Pucci (Spring 2015, Ready to Wear) The designer includes crochet motifs, color work, crocheting with thread, geometric and hyperbolic shapes, mixed with a bohemian air. Barbara Tfank  (Spring 2015, Ready to Wear) The designer includes dramatic shapes and to create an awe inspiring crochet crop top, along with crochet embellished dress sleeves. Christian Wijnants  (Spring 2015, Ready to Wear) The designer includes using crochet mesh gloves as an outfit accessory, but also includes crocheting with fabric into a full dress. Delpozo  (Spring 2015, Ready to Wear) The designer includes popcorn stitch cr...