Beautifully Simple Crochet Angelica Dress Tutorial For Beginners

Learn how to make the Crochet Easy Angelica Dress, a beautiful project perfect for anyone looking to add a homemade touch to their wardrobe. This pattern guides you through each stage with straightforward instructions, allowing you to produce a lovely dress that's both stylish and unique.

Crochet Angelica Dress

Materials Needed:

Yarn: At least 5 skeins (based on the provided information to ensure you have enough).
Hook: Suitable for the yarn weight (usually specified on the skein).

Measurements and Adjustments:

Widest Bust Measurement:

Measure and subtract 4 inches, then divide this number by 2 to find the width for the back panel.

Pattern Instructions:

Back Panel:

Starting Chain:

With the bust measurement adjusted, chain in multiples of 8 plus 1 to match the required width. (e.g., 59 chains total for a 15-inch back panel).

Row 1:

Double crochet in the third chain from the hook and in each chain across. Turn your work.

After Row 2:

Chain 1, start with a stacked triple crochet into the first stitch, chain one, skip one stitch, and make a triple crochet in the next. Repeat this pattern across the row. Turn at the end.

Row 3:

Similar to Row 1 but introduces a stacked double crochet instead, followed by straightforward double crochets into each chain space and the tops of triple crochets from the previous row.
Continue the pattern of alternating row types (adding special stitches like triple crochet for texture) and repeat as many rows as required to reach your desired length. Finish the back panel once it reaches under your armpit when held against your back.

Front Panels:

Initiation:

Repeat the stages of the back panel until you have two pieces. Attach yarn to one side, ensuring symmetry.

Increasing:

Start increases on one side of each panel to create a flare for the bust, while keeping the other side straight.

Finishing Front Panels:

Continue with established patterns and add decorative edges if desired. Ensure both front panels are symmetrical upon completion.

Joining Panels and Finishing Dress:

Combining Panels:

Begin joining the back and front panels using crochet techniques such as slip stitches or connecting chains.

Final Touches:

Add any further layers of double crochets, shell stitches, or other decorative edges. Make chains to lace up the dress at the front if the design requires.