The Cafe Latte Crochet Dress pattern is a refreshing blend of contemporary style and classic craftsmanship. With its charming mix of Natural White and Light Tan yarns, this dress radiates a chic and timeless charm that leaves a lasting impression. The distinctive use of the Alpine Stitch elevates the overall design by imparting a delightful texture that speaks volumes about exceptional attention to detail. Available for a broad spectrum of sizes, the pattern respects body diversity, ensuring everyone can enjoy this fabulous design.
Cafe Latte Crochet Dress
Materials Needed:
- Yarn Weight: Category 3
- Yarn Brand: Hobbii Yarn Rainbow 8/8
- Colors: Natural White & Light Tan
- Crochet Hook: 5.5mm
- Additional Tools: Tapestry needle, measuring tape, scissors, stitch marker
- Skill Level: Easy – Intermediate
- Gauge: 6.5 rows x 12 Alpine Stitches = 4" x 4" (10 x 10 cm)
Sizes:
- XS [S/ M /L/ XL] [2XL/ 3XL /4XL/ 5XL]
- Bust Measurements: 30 [34/ 38/ 42/ 46] [50/ 54/ 58/ 60]" or 76 [86/ 96.5/ 106.5/ 117] [127/ 137/ 147/ 152.4] cm
Pattern Notes:
- Prepare a pattern gauge to ensure accurate sizing.
- The special stitch used in this pattern is the Alpine Stitch, a 2-row repeat consisting of 1 row of Single Crochet (Sc) and 1 row of alternating Front Post Double Crochet (FpDc) and Half Double Crochet (Hdc).
- The turning chain does not count as a stitch unless stated.
- Use abbreviation references in English US format for ease.
Pattern Instructions:
Part 1: Body Panel
- Foundation Row: Start with Tan yarn. Chain (Ch) a number based on your chest measurement from bra strap to bra strap multiplied by 3, then add 2 or 3 for an odd number.
- Row 1: Single crochet (Sc) in the 2nd chain from the hook and each stitch (St) across. Chain 1, turn.
- Row 2 onward: Continue with Half Double Crochet (Hdc) each stitch across, then Alpine Stitch variations including 5Hdc (Shell Stitch) for design texture. Refer to specific row instructions for increasing or maintaining rows for body shaping.
Note: For bust to waist, maintain the same number of stitches; for the hips, increase as needed then maintain the same number of stitches after the hips down to the dress's end.
- For increasing: Hdc, FpDc, Hdc pattern until the last stitch followed by 2Hdc in the last stitch.
- Repeat Alpine Stitch rows as specified in the pattern for the desired bust width, knitting in color changes between Tan and White yarns as desired.
Part 2: Joining Panels
After completing two identical panels for the front and back:
- Place both panels with the wrong sides out.
- Single Crochet (Sc) each stitch across the sides to join them, stopping where the increase ends.
Part 3: Straps
- Measure the required strap length.
- Use an iCord technique for making the straps as instructed, attaching them to the top of the dress.
Finishing Steps:
- Complete the dress by finishing off all loose ends with a tapestry needle.
- Block the dress if desired to define its shape and size.
