Materials Needed:
- Yarn:
- Lion Brand Coboo (Weight 3/light, 232 yards/3.5 oz, 212m/100g)
- Four white balls in color [835-100], with the counts (6, 6, 7, 8) and (8, 8, 10, 10).
- Or 390 (520, 585, 620, 780) (780, 780, 905, 950) grams of a similar yarn.
- Lion Brand Coboo (Weight 3/light, 232 yards/3.5 oz, 212m/100g)
- Crochet Hooks:
- 6mm (US J/10) crochet hook recommended for sizes S, L, 3XL, and 5XL.
- 5mm (US H/8) for sizes 2XL, 4XL
- 4.5mm (US 7) for sizes XS, M, XL
- Other Tools:
- Measuring tape
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Blocking mat + pins (optional)
Sizes & Measurements (Bust, Length, Armhole):
- Bust Size (inches):
- XS: 30-32″ | S: 34-36″ | M: 38-40″ | L: 42-44″ bust measurements.
- XL: 46-48″ | 2XL: 50-52″ | 3XL: 54-56″
- 4XL: 58-60″ | 5XL: 62-64″
- Length (inches):
- XS: 30.5″ | S: 33.5″ | M/L: 34″
- XL: 36.5″ | 2XL/3XL: 38.5″ | 4XL: 40.5″ | 5XL: 42.5″ bust measurements.
- Armhole (inches): XS/S: 8″ | M/L: 9″ | XL/2XL/3XL: 10″ | 4XL/5XL: 11″.
- Metric Length (cm): XS: 78 | S: 85 | M/L: 87 | XL: 93 | 2XL/3XL: 98 | 4XL: 103 | 5XL: 108
- Metric Armhole (cm): XS/S: 20 | M/L: 23 | XL/2XL/3XL: 26 | 4XL/5XL: 28
Abbreviations (US Terminology):
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- tr: treble crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- rep: repeat
- sp: space
- RS: right side
- FO: fasten off
Stitching Instructions for Making the Tulip Square Dress Pattern:
Step 1: Square Motif Instructions
- Foundation Round:
- Start with a magic ring (or ch 4 and sl st to form a loop).
- Ch 3 (counts as the first dc).
- Work 15 dc into the ring.
- Attatch with a slip stitch (sl st) to the top of the starting chain-3.
- Pull the magic ring tight to close the center. (16 dc total)
- Round 2:
- Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), dc in the same st.
- Ch 2, [2 dc in the next st, ch 2] repeat around.
- Connect with a slip stitch to the top of the ch-3. (16 2-dc groups and 16 ch-2 spaces)
- Round 3:
- Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), dc in the same st, dc in the next st.
- [2 dc in the next st, dc in the next st] repeat around.
- Fasten off by sl st to the top of the ch-3.
- Round 4 (Square Formation):
- Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), dc in the next 2 sts.
- Work [2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc] in the next st (corner sp).
- Dc in the next 3 sts.
- Repeat [3 dc, 2 dc + ch 2 + 2 dc (corner), 3 dc] around.
- Complete by joining with a sl st at the top of the ch-3.
- FO (fasten off). (Square completed with 4 corners)
- Number of Squares Required (Front + Back):
- XS: 18
- S: 20
- M: 22
- L: 24
- XL: 26
- 2XL: 28
- 3XL: 30
- 4XL: 32
- 5XL: 34
Step 2: Joining the Squares
- Method: Join as You Go (JAYG):
- Align two squares with the wrong sides together.
- Attach yarn to a corner ch-2 space of one square.
- Work sl st or sc across the edges, inserting the hook through both squares’ stitches.
- Continue to join squares in rows to form the front and back panels.
- Creating Panels:
- Arrange the required number of squares into rows for the front and back panels.
- Match the dimensions for your selected size (refer to measurements section).
Step 3: Assembling the Dress
- Shoulder Seams:
- Align the top edges of the front and back panels.
- Using a tapestry needle or crochet hook, seam the shoulder squares together with sc or sl st across the edges.
- Leave an opening in the middle for the neckline based on preference.
- Side Seams:
- Fold the panels together, matching up the side edges.
- Seam the sides from the bottom hem upward, leaving the armhole openings.
- Use sc or sl st for the seams, ensuring the edges are aligned neatly.
Step 4: Armhole Edging
- Attach yarn at the armhole opening.
- Work 1 round of sc evenly around the edge, placing sts carefully to avoid puckering.
- For a more polished look, you can add a second round of sc.
- Join with sl st and FO.
Step 5: Skirt Extension (Optional)
- Attaching Yarn to Bottom Edge:
- Attach yarn to any st at the bottom edge of the assembled squares.
- Working the Skirt:
- Round 1: Ch 2 (counts as 1st hdc), hdc in each st around.
- Round 2: Ch 2, [hdc in next 3 sts, 2 hdc in next st] repeat around to create a slight flare.
- Repeat Round 2 until the skirt reaches your desired length.
- Finishing the Skirt Edge:
- Work 1 round of sc for a neat finish.
- FO and weave in all ends.
Step 6: Final Touches
- Blocking:
- Block the dress to the correct measurements to ensure even edges and a professional look. Use a blocking mat and pins.
- Lightly steam or wet block, depending on your yarn.
- Weaving in Ends:
- Secure all loose yarn tails with a tapestry needle.
Your Tulip Square Dress is now complete and ready to wear! Enjoy your handmade creation!
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