Materials Needed & Measurements:
- Yarn Used: Mandala- 525
- Yarn Weight: 3 Light/DK
- Pattern Gauge: 18 double crochet (dc) = about 4 inches (10 cm)
- Gauge: 18 double crochet (dc) = 4 inches (10 cm)
- Finished Bust: About 36 inches (91.5 cm)
- Finished Length: About 54 inches (137 cm)
Abbreviations Used:
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Sc = Single Crochet
- Sc2tog = Single Crochet 2 Together (decrease)
- Sl St = Slip Stitch
Stitching Instructions for Making the Miranda Dress Pattern:
Foundation Chain:
- Ch enough to match the desired bust measurement. For example, if the finished bust measurement is about 36 inches (91.5 cm), calculate the number of chains based on your gauge (18 dc = 4 inches or 10 cm).
- For instance, if you are working at the given gauge, you would chain approximately 162 (18 dc x 9 = 162 chains) for a 36-inch bust measurement.
- Make sure the number of chains is a multiple of your stitch pattern.
Row 1 (Base Row):
- Ch 2 (this counts as your first dc of the row).
- Dc in the 2nd ch from the hook, then continue dc in each chain across the row.
- At the end of the row, you should have worked dc in every chain. Turn your work.
Row 2 (Begin the Pattern):
- Ch 2 (counts as the first dc of the new row).
- Dc in each st across the row.
- Repeat this for each subsequent row, maintaining your gauge of 18 dc for every 4 inches (10 cm).
- Turn your work at the end of each row.
Shaping the Bodice (Bust Area):
- As you approach the bust, begin decreasing stitches for a more fitted shape. You will use sc2tog (single crochet 2 together) to decrease.
- To decrease, work sc2tog by inserting your hook into the first st, then into the next st, yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on the hook.
- Example: Work sc2tog at the beginning or end of the row, or spread out evenly across the row depending on how much shaping is needed. For instance, you could decrease every 5th row or as necessary to fit the bust measurement.
- Adjust the shaping by continuing to decrease and checking the fit.
Building the Skirt (Lower Part):
- After completing the bodice, switch to working the skirt. If you want the skirt to flare out, you will need to increase the stitch count.
- To increase, work 2 dc into the same space (dc inc). For example:
- Dc in the first st, then work 2 dc in the next st to create a wider opening.
- Work dc in each st, and in the appropriate spaces, increase by working 2 dc in the same space.
- Continue this pattern for several rows until the skirt reaches your desired fullness.
- Skirt Rows:
- After completing the desired number of increases, continue with dc in each st across the row.
- Repeat this process, adjusting your increases as needed for the flared shape of the skirt.
- Keep working in rows of dc until you reach the desired length for the skirt, which should be about 54 inches (137 cm).
Final Border and Finishing:
- Once the desired length is reached, work a final row of sc around the entire bottom edge of the skirt to create a clean finish.
- After finishing the last row, sl st (slip stitch) into the first sc of the row to close the round.
- Fasten off the yarn, leaving a long tail to weave in.
Weaving in Ends:
- Use a yarn needle to weave in any loose ends securely so that they do not come undone with wear.
Optional Modifications:
- If you’d like to add straps, you can chain the desired length and attach the straps to the bodice by working sc into the top edge or attaching them using sl st.
Now you’re ready to crochet the Miranda Dress with this easy-to-follow pattern!
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