Vivo Dress Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Yarn Options: Paintbox Yarns- Cotton DK

• Yarn Size: DK / 8 ply / 11 wpi
• Crochet Hook: Hook that matches your gauge.
• Other Supplies:
  • Scissors
  • Stitch markers
  • Measuring tape
  • Yarn needle

Measurements:

• Bust (Top Circumference): XS to 5XL (65 cm to 146 cm / 25.6 in to 57.5 in).
• Strap Length & Top Height: XS to 5XL (13 cm to 25.5 cm / 5.1 in to 10 in).
• Skirt Circumference: XS to 5XL (93 cm to 210.5 cm / 36.5 in to 82.9 in).

Abbreviations Used:

• ch: Chain
• sl st: Slip Stitch
• sc: Single Crochet
• dc: Double Crochet
• st(s): Stitch(es)
• fpdc: Front Post Double Crochet
• bpdc: Back Post Double Crochet

Stitching Instructions for Making the Vivo Dress Pattern:

Top Section (Bust Area):

• Foundation Round:
  • Ch a length that matches your bust circumference based on the size guide (ensure the chain count is a multiple of 4).
  • Join the last ch to the first ch with a sl st to form a circle. Ensure the chain is not twisted.
• Round 1 (Base Round):
  • Ch 1, then work 1 sc in each ch around.
  • To close the rnd, sl st into the first sc.
• Rounds 2–4 (Ribbing):
  • Begin creating a ribbed texture.
  • Ch 2, alternate fpdc and bpdc in each stitch around.
  • Repeat for 3 rounds or until the desired ribbing height is achieved.
  • Join each round with a sl st to the top of the starting ch 2.

Main Top Body:

• Ch 2, work 1 dc in each st around.
• Continue working in rounds until the top reaches the desired height (refer to measurements).
• Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Straps:

• Attach Yarn: Locate the front of the top where straps will begin. Attach the yarn with a sl st.
• Foundation Strap: Ch the required number of chains based on the strap length from the size chart.
• Reinforce Straps:
  • Sc across the chain to make the strap sturdy.
  • Attach the strap to the corresponding back position using a sl st.
  • Fasten off and weave in the ends.
• Repeat: Repeat the process to create the second strap.

Skirt Section:

• Prepare to Join Yarn: Reattach the yarn to the bottom edge of the top section with a sl st.
• Foundation Round:
  • Ch 1, then sc evenly around the bottom edge to create a foundation for the skirt.
  • Sl st into the first sc to join the rnd.
• Increase for Flare:
  • Ch 2, begin working dc stitches in each st, increasing for flare:
    • Work 2 dc in every 4th st to gradually add fullness.
  • Join each round with a sl st to the top of the starting ch 2.
• Main Skirt Rounds:
  • Continue working dc in each st around until the skirt reaches the desired length (refer to measurements).
  • Adjust the flare as needed by adding more increases every few rounds.
• Hem Ribbing:
  • For the final few rounds, create a ribbed edge:
    • Ch 2, alternate fpdc and bpdc stitches around.
  • Repeat for 3 rounds.
• Finish: Fasten off and weave in all loose ends.

Final Assembly and Finishing:

• Use a measuring tape to check that the straps and skirt match your desired dimensions.
• Block the dress (lightly steam or wet block) to smooth stitches and ensure the perfect fit.

Now, your beautifully crocheted Vivo Dress is complete!

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