Crochet halter mesh dress tutorial with ruffles

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Crochet Halter Mesh Dress Tutorial with Ruffles

Materials Needed:

  • Yarn (approximately 2000 yards)
  • Crochet hook
  • Scissors
  • Measuring tape

Step 1: Taking Measurements

  1. Measure the hip and waistline.
  2. Ensure you have a waist measurement of 30 inches for this tutorial.
  3. Write down your measurements for reference.

Step 2: Crocheting the Mesh Skirt

  1. Start with an even number of chains.
  2. Follow the pattern of double crochet, chain one, skip one chain, and double crochet in the next chain to create a mesh pattern.
  3. Continue working in rounds until you reach the desired length of the skirt.
  4. Cut the yarn after reaching the desired length.

Step 3: Creating the Upper Extension

  1. Chain one and cut the yarn.
  2. Calculate the number of boxes needed based on your measurements.
  3. Divide the back panel into two and mark the sides.
  4. Work back and forth to create the upper extension for the torso.

Step 4: Shaping the Dress

  1. Measure the length of the dress and mark the waistband.
  2. Begin working on the halter version of the dress by decreasing the length across the top.
  3. Follow the pattern to create the halter top of the dress.

Step 5: Adding Ruffles

  1. Crochet around the upper opening of the dress with single crochets.
  2. Add ruffles by placing two double crochets in each space.
  3. Create a final round of ruffles by placing three double crochets in each space.

Step 6: Attaching Straps

  1. Create thick straps by using multiple strands of yarn.
  2. Attach the straps to the dress, forming an X at the back.
  3. Secure the straps to the front of the dress.

Step 7: Finishing Touches

  1. Gather the back side of the dress and crochet ruffles along the base.
  2. Create a final round of ruffles with three double crochets in each stitch.
  3. Admire your finished crochet halter mesh dress with ruffles!

Now you have successfully completed your crochet halter mesh dress with ruffles following the tutorial from Shyler crochets. Enjoy your new handmade creation!