Free Simple Collar Dress Pattern

Materials Needed & Measurements:

• Yarn:
  • Light worsted yarn: Approx.
    • XS: 350g
    • S: 375g
    • M: 400g
    • L: 475g
    • XL: 575g
    • XXL: 625g
    • XXXL: 675g
  • Recommended yarns:
    • Shawl in a Cake
    • ZZ Twist Yarn
    • Jeans® Colors Yarn
    • Touch of Alpaca Yarn
• Crochet Hook: 5.5mm (US I/9 hook)
• Additional Tools:
  • Tapestry needle
  • Stitch markers
  • Measuring tape
• Gauge
  • 14 HDC stitches = 10 cm / 4”
  • 10 rows = 10 cm / 4”

Abbreviations Used:

• Ch: Chain
• HDC: Half Double Crochet
• Sl St: Slip Stitch
• St: Stitch(es)
• Rep: Repeat
• Inc: Increase (2 HDC in the same stitch)
• Dec: Decrease (work 2 stitches together as 1)
• SC: Single Crochet
• RS: Right Side

Stitching Instructions for Making the Simple Collar Dress Pattern:

Step 1: Foundation Chain

• Create the Foundation Chain:
  • Chain (Ch) the required number of stitches to fit your chest circumference. Ensure the total chain count is divisible by the gauge (14 HDC = 10 cm). For example, for size M, your foundation chain might be approximately 120-140 chains, depending on your chest measurement.
  • Join the chain into a loop with a Slip Stitch (Sl St) into the first Ch, ensuring it’s not twisted.
• Round 1: Ch 2 (counts as the first HDC of the round). Work 1 HDC into each Ch around. Join the round with a Sl St into the top of the beginning Ch-2.

Step 2: Body Construction

• Upper Torso
• Rounds 2–10 (or desired length for the upper torso):
  • Ch 2, HDC in each St around. At the end of each round, join with Sl St into the top of the beginning Ch-2.
  • Optional Shaping for the Waist: If you want the dress to taper slightly at the waist:
    • Dec Round: Ch 2, HDC in the next 5 St, HDC2tog (Dec). Rep from to around. Join with Sl St.
    • Work 3 rounds of HDC without shaping.
    • Inc Round: Ch 2, HDC in the next 6 St, 2 HDC (Inc) in the next St. Rep from to around. Join with Sl St.
• Skirt Construction
• Continue working in rounds, gradually increasing to create a flared skirt:
  • Round 1: Ch 2 (counts as the first HDC), then HDC in each St around. Join with Sl St.
  • Increase Rounds:
    • Every 3rd Round: Add increases evenly across the round to create a flare. For example:
      • Ch 2, HDC in the next 8 St, 2 HDC in the next St (Inc). Rep from to around.
    • Continue repeating this pattern, adding increases as needed, until the skirt reaches your desired length.
    • Note: For a straight skirt, skip the increases and work even HDC in each round.

Step 3: Collar

• Collar Base:
  • Join the yarn to the neckline with a Sl St in any stitch along the edge.
  • Ch 1, SC evenly around the neckline to create a clean edge. Join with a Sl St.
• Building the Collar:
  • Ch 2, work HDC in each St around the neckline.
  • Rep this round for 4–6 rounds, depending on the desired collar height.
  • Fasten off and weave in the end.

Step 4: Finishing Touches

• Fastening Off: After completing the last round, fasten off the yarn and pull it through the final loop securely.
• Weaving in Ends: Use a tapestry needle to weave in all loose ends on the inside of the garment.
• Blocking: Gently block the dress to smooth out the stitches and set the shape. Use a steam or wet blocking method depending on the yarn used.

Additional Notes

• Stitch Markers: Use stitch markers to mark the start of rounds or key shaping points to maintain symmetry.
• Customizations: Add stripes, color changes, or texture by alternating stitch patterns like SC, DC, or puff stitches in select rows.
• Checking Fit: Try the dress on periodically to ensure the fit and length are as desired.

Enjoy crocheting your beautiful and personalized Simple Collar Dress!

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