Tulip Square Dress

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.
  • 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

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

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

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

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)

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

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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