The Emma Crochet Dress has a beautiful texture but very simple construction making it an great project for an advanced beginner. All you need to learn is the herringbone stitch in order to achieve this beautiful look.
When I was you my cousins Amanda, my sister Megan and I had a number of matching dresses. My grandmother would sew us beautiful dresses with full skirts and matching bonnets. I am sad to say that we have very few pictures of these dresses and no pictures of all three of us together.
I have to say I am thrilled that the times have changed and it is easier to capture these precious moments on our phones. This year I wanted to take up the torch and make matching crochet dresses for my daughter and two nieces.
About this Crochet Dress
This crochet dress was a fun challenge because it meant making the same dress in three very different sizes. I needed a dress for a baby, toddler and young girl. I knew I wanted a dress with a simple design and a beautiful texture. I added some pockets and color striping to really make these dresses stand out.
This also means that I will be creating sizes 6 months to a girl’s extra-large. In order to keep the blog posts from becoming too long. I will be creating five different posts each with two pattern sizes. I will provide all the links in the sizing section below.
I have to confess that the herringbone stitch is one of my go-to crochet stitches when I am looking for a unique texture. If you have never used this stitch I have a great photo tutorial here.
Herringbone Double Crochet Tutorial
When picking out a yarn for this project I really wanted vibrant colors, a soft feel and great stitch definition. Chic Sheep by Red Heart Yarns completely fit the bill with its soft merino wool and rich color selection. The yarn for this project was supplied by Red Heart yarns.
Emma Crochet Dress Materials
Yarn for this project provided by Red Heart Yarns.
Every Dress will require:
1 Skein Sterling Chic Sheep by Red Heart
1 Skein Lace Chic Sheep by Red Heart
Main Colors used:
Fairytale Chic Sheep by Red Heart
Poolside Chic Sheep by Red Heart
Mimosa Chic Sheep by Red Heart
Check the chart below of yardage needed by size.
H Size hook (or size needed to meet gauge)
Yarn needle
Scissors
Abbreviations
Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Slst – Slip Stitch
Hb – Herringbone Double Crochet
Skst – Skip Stitch
Sts- Stitches
Special Stitch
In this pattern we will be using the Herringbone Double Crochet. If you are not familiar with this stitch, check out the tutorial: Herringbone Double Crochet Tutorial
Gauge
6 stitches = 2″
5 rows = 2″
Let’s talk about gauge really quick. In order for this pattern to turn out the correct size it is important to check your gauge. I have often found that I crochet with a tighter tension that’s most, I am constantly working on this, but what this means is you may need to use a larger or smaller hook in order to reach the same gauge.
If you want more guidance with gauge, check out my Simple Fall Baby Dress CAL (Crochet a Long) Video Tutorial Part 1.
Sizes
Emma Crochet Dress
Crochet Dress Pattern: Baby 6 Months – 12 Months
Pattern Notes:
- In my experience a good number of people get confused when using size adjustments in parentheses. This is partially why I have separated the patterns so that one pattern only cover two sizes. I have minimized the use of parentheses in this pattern.
- When reading this pattern and making the smaller size dress use the first number given.
- When making the larger size dress, use the first number given unless a number is given in parenthesis, then you will use the number in the parenthesis.
- The two sizes are worked exactly the same in rows 1-7. Notes will be provided in bold when extra rows are needed for the larger size.
- I do not count my turning chain as a stitch and I do not work my last stitch into the turning chain.
- Color Notes – For Size 6 Months: Rows 1-2 is Sterling, rows 3-27 is Main Color, rows 28-29 is Lace, and rows 30-35 is Sterling. (Color information is coming)
- For Size 12 Months: Rows 1-2 is Sterling, rows 3-30 is Main Color, rows 31-33 is Lace, and rows 34-45 is Sterling.
Ch 72 , dc in the 3rd ch From hook and every chain. 70 sts
R2: Ch2, turn, dc in the next 8 sts, 2 dc in the next st, dc in the next 17 sts, 2 dc in the next st, dc in the next 16 sts, 2 dc in the next st, dc in the next 17 sts, 2 dc in the next st, dc in the next 8 sts. Slst to first hb. 74 sts
R3: Ch3, turn, hb in the next 8 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 18 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 17 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 18 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 9 sts. Slst to first hb. 78 sts
R4: Ch3, turn, hb in the next 9 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 19 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 18 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 19 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 9 sts. Slst to first hb. 82 sts
R5: Ch3, turn, hb in the next 9 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 20 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 19 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 20 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 10 sts. Slst to first hb. 86 sts
R6: Ch3, turn, hb in the next 10 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 21 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 20 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 21 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 10 sts. Slst to first hb. 90 sts
R7: Ch3, turn, hb in the next 10 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 22 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 21 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 22 sts, 2 hb in the next st, hb in the next 11 sts. Slst to first hb. 94 sts
R8: Ch3, turn. Hb in the next 15(16) sts, skip 17(15) sts, hb in the next 30(32) sts, skip 17(15) sts, hb in the last 15(16) sts. Slst to first Hb. 60sts (64sts)
R9 – 14: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 60sts (64sts)
For Size 12 Months work an additional to rows of Row 9.
R15: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 11(15) stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 65sts (68sts)
R16: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 65sts (68sts)
R17: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 12(16) stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 70sts (72sts)
R18: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 70sts (72sts)
R19: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 13(17) stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 75sts (76sts)
R20: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 75sts (76sts)
R21: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 14(18) stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 80sts (80sts)
R22: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 80sts (80sts)
R23: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 15(19) stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 85sts (84sts)
R24: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 85sts (84sts)
R25: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 16(20) stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 90sts (88sts)
R26: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 90sts (88sts)
R27: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 17(21) stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 95sts (92sts)
R28: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 95sts (92sts)
R29: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 18(22) stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 100sts (96sts)
R30: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 100sts (96sts)
R31: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 19(23) stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 105sts (100sts)
R32: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 105sts (100sts)
R33: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(24) stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 110sts (104sts)
R34: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 110sts (104sts)
R35: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 21(25) stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 115sts (108sts)
Row 35 is the last row for size 6 months, continue to work through row 40 for size 12 months.
R36: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 108sts
R37: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 26 stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 112sts
R38: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 112sts
R39: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 27 stitches, 2 hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} around. Slst to the first Hb. 116sts
R40: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to the first Hb. 116sts
Size 6 Month and 12 Month Sweater Dress Pockets
R1: Ch 12(13), Dc in the third ch from the hook, and in each across. 10(11) sts
R2-5: Ch2, turn, Dc in each sts across. 10(11)sts
For size 12 Months work one more row of row 2. Sew on to front of dress.
Crochet Dress Pattern: Toddler 2T -3T
Pattern Notes:
- In my experience a good number of people get confused when using size adjustments in parentheses. This is partially why I have separated the patterns so that one pattern only cover two sizes. I have minimized the use of parentheses in this pattern.
- When reading this pattern and making the smaller size dress use the first number given.
- When making the larger size dress, use the first number given unless a number is given in parenthesis, then you will use the number in the parenthesis.
- The two sizes are worked exactly the same in rows 1-8. Notes will be provided in bold when extra rows are needed for the larger size.
- I do not count my turning chain as a stitch and I do not work my last stitch into the turning chain.
- Color Notes – For Size 2T: Rows 1-2 is Sterling, rows 3-32 is Main Color, rows 33-35 is Lace, and rows 36-42 is Sterling. (Color information is coming)
- For Size 3T: Rows 1-2 is Sterling, rows 3-36 is Main Color, rows 37-39 is Lace, and rows 40-47 is Sterling.
R1: Ch78, Dc in the 3rd ch from the hook and in every chain, slst to the first Dc. 76sts
R2: Ch2, turn, Dc in the next 9 sts, 2 Dc in the next stitch, {Dc in the next 18 stitches, 2 Dc in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Dc in the next 9 stitches, slst to the first Dc. 80sts
R3: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 9 sts, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 19 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Hb in the next 10 stitches, slst to the first Hb. 84sts
R4: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 10 sts, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 20 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Hb in the next 10 stitches, slst to the first Hb. 88sts
R5: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 10 sts, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 21 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Hb in the next 11 stitches, slst to the first Hb. 92sts
R6: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 11 sts, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 22 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Hb in the next 11 stitches, slst to the first Hb. 96sts
R7: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 11 sts, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 23 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Hb in the next 12 stitches, slst to the first Hb. 100sts
R8: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 12 sts, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 24 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Hb in the next 12 stitches, slst to the first Hb. 104sts
R9: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 16(17) stitches, skip the next 20(19) stitches, Hb in the next 32(34) stitches, skip the next 20(19) stitches, Hb in the next 16(17) stitches, Slst to the first Hb. 64sts (68sts)
R10-17: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 64sts (68sts)
Note: For size 3T repeat Row 17 two more times.
R18: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 15(16) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 68sts (72sts)
R19: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R20: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 16(17) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 72sts(76sts)
R21: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R22: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 17(18) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 76sts(80sts)
R23: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R24: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 18(19) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 80sts(84sts)
R25: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R26: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 19(20) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 84sts(88sts)
R27: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R28: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(21) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 88sts(92sts)
R29: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R30: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 21(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 92sts(96sts)
R31: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R32: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 22(23) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 96sts(100sts)
R33: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R34: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 23(24) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 100sts(104sts)
R35: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R36: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 24(25) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 104sts(108sts)
R37: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R38: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 25(26) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 108sts(112sts)
R39: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R40: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 26(27) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 112sts(116sts)
R41: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R42: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 27(28) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 116sts(120sts)
Note: Row 42 is the last row for size 2T. Fasten off and weave in all your ends. Use beginning tail to sew together the very first row.
Continue through Row 47 for size 3T.
R43: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R44: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 27(28) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 124sts
R45: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
R46: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 28(29) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 4 times. Slst to the first Hb. 128sts
R47: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around, slst to first Hb.
Fasten off and weave in all your ends. Use beginning tail to sew together the very first row.
Size 2T and 3T Sweater Dress Pockets
Ch 13
R1: Dc in third chain from hook and every chain across. 13sts (15sts)
R2-7: Ch2, turn, Dc in each stitch across.
For Medium size repeat Row 2 for one more row. Sew on to front of dress.
Crochet Dress Pattern: Toddler 4T and Girl’s X-Small
Pattern Notes:
- In my experience a good number of people get confused when using size adjustments in parentheses. This is partially why I have separated all the patterns into multiple posts. I have minimized the use of parentheses in this pattern
- When reading this pattern and making the smaller size dress use the first number given.
- When making the larger size dress, use the first number given unless a number is given in parenthesis, then you will use the number in the parenthesis.
- The two sizes are worked exactly the same in rows 1-31. Notes will be provided in bold when extra rows are needed for the larger size.
- I do not count my turning chain as a stitch and I do not work my last stitch into the turning chain.
- Color Notes – For 4T size: Rows 1-2 is Sterling, rows 3-40 is Fairytale, rows 41-43 is Lace, and rows 44-52 is Sterling.
- For XS Size: Rows 1-2 is Sterling, rows 3-44 is Fairytale, rows 45-47 is Lace, and rows 48-57 is Sterling.
R1: Ch78, Dc in the 3rd ch from the hook and in every chain, slst to the first Dc. 76sts
R2: Ch2, turn, Dc in the next 9 sts, 2 Dc in the next stitch, {Dc in the next 18 stitches, 2 Dc in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Dc in the next 9 stitches, slst to the first Dc. 80sts
R3: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 9 sts, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 19 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Hb in the next 10 stitches, slst to the first Hb. 84sts
R4: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 10 sts, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 20 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Hb in the next 10 stitches, slst to the first Hb. 88sts
R5: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 10 sts, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 21 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Hb in the next 11 stitches, slst to the first Hb. 92sts
R6: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 11 sts, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 22 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Hb in the next 11 stitches, slst to the first Hb. 96sts
R7: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 11 sts, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 23 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Hb in the next 12 stitches, slst to the first Hb. 100sts
R8: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 12 sts, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 24 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. Hb in the next 12 stitches, slst to the first Hb. 104sts
R9: Ch3, turn, HB in the next 12 sts, 2Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 25 sts, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of 3 times. HB in the next 13 stitches, slst to first Hb. 108sts
R10: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 17 stitches, skip the next 20 stitches, Hb in the next 34 stitches, skip the next 20 stitches, Hb in the next 17 stitches, slst to first Hb. 68sts
R11-21: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 68sts
For size XS work row 11 two more times.
R22: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 16 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 72sts
R23: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 72sts
R24: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 17 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 76sts
R25: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 76sts
R26: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 18 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 80sts
R27: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 80sts
R28: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 19 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 84sts
R29: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 84sts
R30: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 88sts
R31: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 88sts
R32: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 21 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 92sts
R33: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 92sts
R34: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 22 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 96sts
R35: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 96sts
R36: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 23 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 100sts
R37: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 100sts
R38: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 24 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 104sts
R39: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 104sts
R40: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 25 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 108sts
R41: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 108sts
R42: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 26 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 112sts
R43: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 112sts
R44: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 27 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 116sts
R45: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 116sts
R46: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 28 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 120sts
R47: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 120sts
R48: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 29 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 124sts
R49: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 124sts
R50: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 30 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 128sts
R51: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 128sts
R52: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 31 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 132sts
Row 52 is the last row of size 4T. Continue thourgh row 57 for size XS.
R53: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 132sts
R54: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 32 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 136sts
R55: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 136sts
R56: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 33 stitches, 2Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb., slst to the first Hb. 140sts
R57: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 140sts
Fasten off and weave in all your ends. Use beginning tail to sew together the very first row.
4T and X-Small Sweater Dress Pockets
Ch 14
R1: Dc in third chain from hook and every chain across. 13sts (15sts)
R2-7: Ch2, turn, Dc in each stitch across.
For XS size repeat Row 2 for one more row. Sew on to front of dress.
Crochet Dress Pattern: Girl’s Small and Medium
Pattern Notes:
- In my experience a good number of people get confused when using size adjustments in parentheses. This is partially why I have separated all the patterns into multiple posts. I have minimized the use of parentheses in this pattern
- When reading this pattern and making the smaller size dress use the first number given.
- When making the larger size dress, use the first number given unless a number is given in parenthesis, then you will use the number in the parenthesis.
- The two sizes are worked exactly the same in rows 1-10. Notes will be provided in bold when extra rows are needed for the larger size.
- I do not count my turning chain as a stitch and I do not work my last stitch into the turning chain.
- Color Notes – For Small size: Rows 1-2 is Sterling, rows 3-49 is Fairytale, rows 50-52 is Lace, and rows 53-61 is Sterling.
- For Medium Size: Rows 1-2 is Sterling, rows 3-52 is Fairytale, rows 53-56 is Lace, and rows 57-66 is Sterling.
R1: Ch 83, Dc in the third ch from the hook and in every ch across. Slst to first Dc. 80sts
R2: Ch2, turn, Dc in the next 9 stitches, 2 Dc in the next stitch, {Dc in the next 19 stitches, 2 Dc in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Dc in the next 10 stitches, slst to first Dc. 84 sts
R3: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 10 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 20 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 10 stitches, slst to first Hb. 88sts
R4: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 10 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 21 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 11 stitches, slst to first Hb. 92sts
R5: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 11 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 22 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 11 stitches, slst to first Hb. 96sts
R6: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 11 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 23 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 12 stitches, slst to first Hb. 100sts
R7: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 12 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 24 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 12 stitches, slst to first Hb. 104sts
R8: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 12 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 25 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 13 stitches, slst to first Hb. 108sts
R9: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 13 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 26 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 13 stitches, slst to first Hb. 112sts
R10: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 13 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 27 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 14 stitches, slst to first Hb. 116sts
R11: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 19 (20) stitches, skip the next 20(18) stitches, Hb in the next 38(40) stitches, skip the next 20(18) stitches, Hb in the next 19(20) stitches. Slst to the first Hb.
R12-22: Ch3, turn, Hb in every stitch around, Slst to first Hb. 76sts (80sts)
Note: For size Medium, repeat R22 for an additional 2 rows.
R23: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 18(19) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 80sts (84sts)
R24-25: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R26: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 19(20) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 84sts (88sts)
R27-28: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R29: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(21) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 88sts (92sts)
R30-31: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R32: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 21(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 92sts (96sts)
R33-34: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R35: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 22(23) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 96sts (100sts)
R36-37: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R38: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 23(24) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 100sts (104sts)
R39: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R40: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 24(25) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 104sts (108sts)
R41: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R42: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 25(26) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 108sts (112sts)
R43: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R44: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 26(27) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 112sts (116sts)
R45: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R46: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 27(28) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 116sts (120sts)
R47: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R48: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 28(29) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 120sts (124sts)
R49: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R50: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 29(30) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 124sts (128sts)
R51: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R52: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 30(31) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 128sts (132sts)
R53: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R54: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 31(32) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 132sts (136sts)
R55: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R56: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 32(33) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 136sts (140sts)
R57: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R58: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 33(34) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 140sts (144sts)
R59: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R60: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 34(35) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 144sts (148sts)
R61: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
Note: Row 61 is the last row for size Small. Fasten off and weave in all your ends. Use beginning tail to sew together the very first row.
Continue through R66 for size Medium.
R62: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 36 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. (152sts)
R63: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R64: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 37 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. (156sts)
R65: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb.
R66: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 38 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. (160sts)
Fasten off and weave in all your ends. Use beginning tail to sew together the very first row.
Small and Medium Sweater Dress Pockets
Ch 15 (17)
R1: Dc in third chain from hook and every chain across. 13sts (15sts)
R2-9: Ch2, turn, Dc in each stitch across.
For Medium size repeat Row 2 for one more row. Sew on to front of dress.
Crochet Dress Pattern: Girl’s Large and X-Large
Pattern Notes:
- In my experience a good number of people get confused when using size adjustments in parentheses. This is partially why I have separated all the patterns into multiple posts. I have minimized the use of parentheses in this pattern
- When reading this pattern and making the smaller size dress use the first number given.
- When making the larger size dress, use the first number given unless a number is given in parenthesis, then you will use the number in the parenthesis.
- The two sizes are worked exactly the same in rows 1-12. Notes will be provided in bold when extra rows are needed for the larger size.
- I do not count my turning chain as a stitch and I do not work my last stitch into the turning chain.
- Color Notes – For Large size: Rows 1-2 is Sterling, rows 3-54 is Main Color, rows 55-58 is Lace, and rows 59-69 is Sterling.
- For X-Large Size: Rows 1-2 is Sterling, rows 3-61 is Main Color, rows 62-65 is Lace, and rows 66-77 is Sterling.
R1: Ch 83, Dc in the third ch from the hook and in every ch across. Slst to first Dc. 80sts
R2: Ch2, turn, Dc in the next 9 stitches, 2 Dc in the next stitch, {Dc in the next 19 stitches, 2 Dc in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Dc in the next 10 stitches, slst to first Dc. 84 sts
R3: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 10 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 20 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 10 stitches, slst to first Hb. 88sts
R4: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 10 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 21 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 11 stitches, slst to first Hb. 92sts
R5: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 11 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 22 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 11 stitches, slst to first Hb. 96sts
R6: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 11 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 23 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 12 stitches, slst to first Hb. 100sts
R7: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 12 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 24 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 12 stitches, slst to first Hb. 104sts
R8: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 12 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 25 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 13 stitches, slst to first Hb. 108sts
R9: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 13 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 26 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 13 stitches, slst to first Hb. 112sts
R10: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 13 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 27 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 14 stitches, slst to first Hb. 116sts
R11: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 14 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 28 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 14 stitches, slst to first Hb. 120sts
R12: Ch3, turn, Hb in the next 14 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch, {Hb in the next 29 stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of three times, Hb in the next 15 stitches, slst to first Hb. 124sts
R13: Ch3, turn, Hb in the nest 21(23) stitches, Skip 20(16) stitches, Hb in the next 42(46) stiches, Skip the next 20 (16) stitches, Hb in the next 21(23) stitches, slst to the firs Hb. 84sts(92sts)
R14-25: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 84sts(92sts)
Note: For size X-Large, repeat R25 for an additional 2 rows.
R26: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 88sts(96sts)
R27: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 88sts(96sts)
R28: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 92sts(100sts)
R29: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 92sts(100sts)
R30: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 96sts(104sts)
R31: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 96sts(104sts)
R32: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 100sts(108sts)
R33: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 100sts(108sts)
R34: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 104sts(112sts)
R35: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 104sts(112sts)
R36: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 108sts(116sts)
R37: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 108sts(116sts)
R38: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 112sts(120sts)
R39: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 112sts(120sts)
R40: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 116sts(124sts)
R41: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 116sts(124sts)
R42: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 120sts(128sts)
R43: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 120sts(128sts)
R44: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 124sts(132sts)
R45: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 124sts(132sts)
R46: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 128sts(136sts)
R47: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 128sts(136sts)
R48: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 132sts(140sts)
R49: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 132sts(140sts)
R50: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 136sts(144sts)
R51: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 136sts(144sts)
R52: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 140sts(148sts)
R53: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 140sts(148sts)
R54: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 144sts(152sts)
R55: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 144sts(152sts)
R56: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 148sts(156sts)
R57: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 148sts(156sts)
R58: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 152sts(160sts)
R59: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 152sts(160sts)
R60: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 156sts(164sts)
R61: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 156sts(164sts)
R62: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 160sts(168sts)
R63: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 160sts(168sts)
R64: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 164sts(172sts)
R65: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 164sts(172sts)
R66: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in t he next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 168sts(176sts)
R67: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 168sts(176sts)
R68: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 172sts(180sts)
R69: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 172sts(180sts)
This is the last Row for size Large.
R70: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 176sts(184sts)
R71: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 176sts(184sts)
R72: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 180sts(188sts)
R73: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 180sts(188sts)
R74: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 184sts(192sts)
R75: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 184sts(192sts)
R76: Ch3, turn, {Hb in the next 20(22) stitches, 2 Hb in the next stitch} repeat from {to} a total of four times, slst to first Hb. 188sts(196sts)
R77: Ch3, turn, Hb in each stitch around. Slst to first Hb. 188sts(196sts)
Large and X-Large Sweater Dress Pockets
Ch 16 (18)
R1: Dc in third chain from hook and every chain across. 14sts (16sts)
R2-10: Ch2, turn, Dc in each stitch across.
For Medium size repeat Row 2 for one more row. Sew on to front of dress.
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