Crochet Breezy Floral Overlay Kimono Free Pattern

Crochet Breezy Floral Overlay Kimono Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Lightweight cotton yarn (approx. 600-800 yards)
• 4.00 mm (G) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Measuring tape

Gauge:

15 double crochets x 7 rows = 4 inches in double crochet.

Sizes:

This pattern is designed for sizes S/M and L/XL. Adjustments can be made in the number of chains for your desired size.

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Half double crochet (hdc)

Instructions:

Back Panel:

1. Chain 100 (or adjust chain length according to your size).
2. Row 1: dc in the 4th ch from hook, dc across (98 dc).
3. Row 2: ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in next stitch, *ch 2, skip 2 stitches, dc in next stitch; repeat from * across to last 2 stitches, ch 2, skip 1 stitch, dc in last stitch.
4. Rows 3-12: Repeat Row 2 to create your flower motif pattern.
5. Finish off, weave in ends.

Front Panels (Make 2):

1. Chain 50 (or adjust accordingly).
2. Repeat the same steps as the back panel for 10 rows.
3. Finish off, weave in ends.

Assembly:

1. Lay the back panel flat, and attach each front panel at the shoulders using a sl st.
2. Choose your preferred method to finish the sleeves: you can leave them open for an airy look or sew a small seam for more coverage.

Trim:

1. Using your hook, attach yarn at the bottom hem of the kimono. Ch 1, *sc in 1st st, ch 2, skip 1 st; repeat from * all the way around.
2. Finish off, weave in all ends.

Enjoy your breezy summer kimono!