Sweet Nothings Crochet: ROSE DRESS

ROSE DRESS - a free crochet pattern from Sweet Nothings Crochet

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Materials used : Today I’ve used ~ under 100 gms of Indian Anchor knitting cotton with a 3 mm crochet hook ; tulle fabric or organza fabric ; embroidery needle ; sewing needle ; fabric glue to seal ends ; crochet stitch markers ; buttons; press buttons ; satin ribbon ; headband ; tic-tac clips ; rubber band ; hair comb or barrette ; beads n more

For Indians : You could use Red rose , 4-ply knitting cotton , or unbranded knitting cotton or White Rose or bamboo knitting cotton , Milk cotton ; Silk yarns as well as Vardhaman acrylic yarns ; Baby soft acrylic yarn , Ganga Spectrum as well

General yarn info : The yarn used today is not specific to this pattern.

You can use any yarn with a suitable hook to make this project to any size.

International yarns : Among the international yarns I have used in this thickness, I’d suggest Aunt Lydia Cotton 10, Aunt Lydia Bamboo-Viscose 10, DMC Petra, Sullivans knitting cotton (Australia), Milford Soft, Hilaza Rustica Eclat , Alize cotton yarn and Alize bamboo yarn , Lily Sugar n' Cream cotton yarn, Caron Simply Soft , Bernat Softee chunky.

Skill level : Advanced

Stitches used :

Starting slip knot : https://youtu.be/lJcqsVcs8cw

Starting slip knot 1 or the Sloppy Slip knot : https://youtu.be/YfC7KmGpifs

What is a chain stitch ? https://youtu.be/pXx5ukBjKkY

Foundation Single Crochet : fsc : https://youtu.be/mcT85fwh4mA

Single Crochet : Sc : yo, insert hk into st ; yo (2 lps on hk); yo, draw through both lps. One sc made. Check out the video at https://youtu.be/ghACqBpA-3k

First stitch for Single Crochet : This is how I like to start my row of sc. Check out the video at https://youtu.be/6pVYRfsf4_M

Double Crochet : dc : yo, insert hk into st ; yo (3 lps on hk);

[yo, draw through 2 lps] twice. One dc made.

Check out the video at https://youtu.be/xdnjB27zpYo

Chainless start for Double Crochet : I dislike the ch-2 / ch – 3 start, and this is what I do to start my row of dc.

Check out the video at https://youtu.be/wskv3iTjRx0

Here is a sizing chart for general neck sizing

https://in.pinterest.com/pin/470063279838234527/ OR

https://in.pinterest.com/pin/470063279842061521/

Here is a sizing chart for general sizing https://in.pinterest.com/pin/470063279837597366/

OR https://in.pinterest.com/pin/470063279837560772/

And https://in.pinterest.com/pin/470063279838533503/

Abbreviations used : (Using U.S terminology)

lp(s) : Loop(s) sc : Single crochet

dc : Double crochet sp : Space

sl-st : Slip stitch ch : Chain

st(s) : Stitch(es) hk : Hook

yo : Yarn Over sk : Skip

Instructions : (Using U.S terminology)

Please note that I start all my rows with a ch 1, turning chain for ease.

Please check the top of this blog for easy video tutorials on all stitches used in today's pattern.

Please read through all my notes before you pick up your hook, so you know just where we're heading in our pattern.

In my patterns I work with the principle of stitch count and body measurement. This means that you need to work the stitch count in pattern, till you get the measurement (length and/or width) that you need for your project.

The Rose dress is made in two parts.

The top part is worked in crochet and for the lower part I have used tissue (tulle).

Please note that this is a slightly complicated pattern and needs advanced skill level if you decide to shape armholes and neckline.

You can make this dress to any size using any yarn with a suitable hook.

Please go through the full pattern before you start.

Ensure that you have the stitch count right , for the age / size of the child you are making this for.

Yes, you can make this as a top for an adult as well.

Finally please check the top of this blog for video tutorials of all the stitches used in this pattern. Note that I start all my rows / rounds with a ch-1 turning chain for ease.

and now.. on with the pattern

If you are working two rectangles, then it’s way easier.

First you need to decide what age and size you are working this for.

You need the following body measurements

a) Round waist

b) Shoulder to waist measurement

c) Full length from shoulder to knee (or as long as you want it)

d) Shoulder width (for strap)

e) Neckline (measured from shoulder to as low as you want it)

f) Round armhole

Today’s pattern is a bottom up creation – which means we start at the waist and then work our way to the armhole and shoulders.

You can opt to work two rectangles with this pattern, without shaping armhole or neckline. That will give you a small sleeve that will flop over the shoulders and you will have a scooped out boat-like neckline.

You can then decide if you want to attach on sleeves.

You can also work this pattern with a armhole shaping and then make it sleeveless – or once again work in sleeves… and of course, you have the option of shaping the neckline as well.

So as you can see, there are several possibilities here – come along.. let’s get started.

As always, I work on stitch count and if you ensure that you get the stitch count in the multiples given for the round waist measurement, you can get this pattern made in any size, using any yarn with a suitable hook.

Please note that I do not give a start number for your stitches.

You need to calculate that depending on the round waist measurement of the person you are making this for. Easy enough, right?

Now when working the pattern, you could well work two similar parts for front and back, even if shaping armhole and neckline. If you want an opening along the back, then you will need to work two halves for the back.

May I suggest that you work the pattern in one piece (for back) till say the armhole shaping part, and then divide to make the opening along the back.

Frankly, if you keep the neckline similarly low for front and back, with the stretch of yarn and this pattern stretch, you do not need a back opening.

I worked in an opening, and feel it was way too much work.

Of course, I did get to add some cute buttons that this lil girl absolutely loves, so it worked out for me.

Our stitch count is in multiples of 9 + 2

Start : with fsc in multiples of 9 + 2 for half the round waist measurement. Turn

Row 1 : dc in the 1^st fsc ;

ch 1, sk next fsc, sc in the next fsc ;

*sk next 2 fsc, 5 dc in the next fsc ;

sk next 2 fsc, sc in the next fsc ;

ch 3, sk next 2 fsc, sc in the next fsc* ;

rep *to* till the last 2 fsc ;

ch 1, dc in the last fsc. Turn.

Row 2 : sc in the 1^st dc ;

*dc in the next 2 dc ;

ch 3, sc in the next dc ;

ch 3, dc in the next 2 dc ; sc in the next ch-3 sp* ;

rep *to* till the last dc ;

sc in the last dc. Turn.

Row 3 : 3 dc in the 1^st sc ;

* sk next 2 dc, sc in the next ch-3 sp ;

ch 3, sc in the next ch-3 sp ;

sk next 2 dc, 5 dc in the next sc* ;

rep *to* till the last sc ;

3 dc in the last sc. Turn.

Row 4 : sc in the 1^st dc ; ch 3, dc in the next 2 dc ;

*sc in the next ch-3 sp ; dc in the next 2 dc ;

ch 3, sc in the next dc ;

ch 3, dc in the next 2 dc* ;

rep *to* till the last dc ;

ch 3, sc in the last dc. Turn.

Row 5 : dc in the 1^st sc ; ch 1, sc in the 1^st ch-3 sp ;

*sk next 2 dc , 5 dc in the next sc ; sc in the next ch-3 sp ;

ch 3, sc in the next ch-3 sp* ;

rep *to* till the last ch-3 sp ;

ch 1, dc in the last sc. Turn.

And that’s our pattern.. Four lines of pattern to create this beautiful diamond like pattern. Gorgeous, isn’t it?

Rep Rows 2 - 5 all the way till the armhole.

In case you are shaping the armhole, end with Row 5.

In case you are not shaping armhole, and are working a rectangle, work all the way till you are at the shoulders.

Now here’s where you can work this pattern in different ways.

a) You can work it as a rectangle for both front and back and then attach the shoulders, leaving a neck opening, which will give you a neat boat-like neck

b) The rectangle then gets joined along the two sides, leaving an armhole opening

c) You can make this into a crop top by shaping the armholes or making the rectangle pattern idea

d) Even for a tutu dress yoke / top, you can work the rectangle – and work it only till the neckline – and then add in the tulle for the shoulder straps.. that’ll be so cool

e) You can make this into a top for an adult as well - just work the stitch count right and make it as long as you wish to fit an adult.

f) f) what I have done is make the yoke bit and then attach on organza tulle for the skirt portion. I have added three layers of tulle in different shades of pink and one layer of satin in pink right at the bottom. This not only gives the skirt a great flare but also keeps it light and colourful

Armhole shaping :

As you’ve ended with Row 5, the next row rep is Row 2, right?

So we will work Row 2, with a small change.

Decrease Row 2 : sl-st till the 1^st ch-3 sp ;

sc in same ch-3 sp ;

*dc in the next 2 dc ;

ch 3, sc in the next dc ;

ch 3, dc in the next 2 dc ; sc in the next ch-3 sp* ;

rep *to* till the last ch-3 sp ;

sc in the last ch-3 sp.

Turn, leaving remainder stitches unworked.

Continue working Rows 3, 4 and 5 once.

Rep Rows 2 – 5 till you reach the neckline.

Neckline shaping :

You need to work just one pattern repeat for each shoulder strap and I have worked it just from each end.

That will automatically give you a neckline and you will have worked straps at the same time.

Finishing :

Whether you have worked the shaped armhole pattern or just two rectangles, the finishing is the same.

Use one of the joining techniques to join the sides and shoulders.

Whipstitch to join : https://youtu.be/wZ-9LNzftMA

Invisible join : https://youtu.be/a6XZQ6VzJFM

Single crochet to join : https://youtu.be/6FXoW_47_dI

I’d suggest you run one round of sc all around the armhole opening (shaped or not) and neckline to get a neat finish.

Remember the ‘rule’ that you work 1 sc in each sc or hdc and 2 sc in each dc especially when working along the horizontal bar (or post) of the stitch.

You can also work in a picot stitch if you so desire. I did not as I feel that this pattern is really beautiful in itself.

How to work a picot stitch : Traditionally for a ch-3 picot, you work (ch 3, sl-st in 3^rd ch from hook). For a ch-5 picot, you will do (ch 5, sl-st in 5^th ch from hook). Here’s a great video. https://youtu.be/8s3zVaBcn4s

Yet another sleeve / armhole idea :

So once you have run your one round of sc all around the armhole, you could (as I have) work in a tiny little sleeve.

If you so decide, then ensure that you work in sc in multiples of 9

Then work the pattern in once again, just working in a round this time, and joining with a sl-st at the end.

hanging on a hanger and flapping in the breeze

Once you have finished the crochet yoke bit, go ahead and frill / gather up your tulle / tissue and attach it to the lower half of your yoke. I can guarantee your little baby girl will enjoy this dress a lot.

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I have a few similar creations already made, and just in case you want a dekho at those free patterns … here you go

I have a few dresses already made, and just in case you want a dekho at those free patterns … here you go