Boho Crochet Dress

This bohemian crochet dress is airy and light, ideal for warm weather. The intricate patterns and open stitches add a touch of elegance, while the adjustable straps ensure comfort and fit. This project can be made in any lightweight yarn, but we recommend a cotton blend for breathability.

Materials

• 200-300 grams of lightweight cotton yarn (suggested color: cream or beige)
• 4.5 mm (US 7) crochet hook
• Measuring tape
• Scissors
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Gauge

15 double crochet stitches = 4 inches (10 cm) in double crochet. Make a gauge swatch to ensure your tension matches the pattern.

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• sp = space
• st(s) = stitch(es)

Instructions

Dress Body

1. Start by making a chain of 100 stitches, or enough to reach around your bust comfortably.
2. Row 1: Turn, dc in the 4th ch from hook (counts as first dc), dc in each ch across (97 dc). Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), skip the first dc, *dc in the next st, ch 1, skip the next st; repeat from * across. Turn.
4. Row 3: Ch 3, dc in the first ch-1 sp, *ch 1, dc in the next ch-1 sp; repeat from * across. Turn.
5. Rows 4-10: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until the piece measures approximately 18 inches (or desired length to underarm).

Side Openings

1. To create the sides, measure 8 inches from the bottom and make a foundation chain of 12 stitches (to create an opening). Repeat on the opposite side.
2. Continue the pattern from Row 2 across the foundation chain, connecting it back to the body of the dress on the other side.

Upper Body

1. When you reach the underarm openings, continue working in the round for about 6-8 inches, or until desired height for the bodice.
2. Make a ch for the straps (about 40-45 inches long) and attach on both sides while ensuring they are equal in length.

Finishing

1. Weave in all yarn ends using a yarn needle.
2. Block the dress to your desired dimensions to help set the stitches.

Your beautiful boho crochet dress is now complete! It can be worn over your swimsuit at the beach or dressed up for a summer outing. Enjoy your creation!