Petal Lane Sleeveless Dress

Petal Lane Dress: Create a statement piece for your handmade wardrobe with the Petal Lane crochet dress pattern. Petal inspired lace, textured diamond shapes and rows of openwork give this sleeveless dress its distinctive look. A wide neckline and side slit complete the elegant silhouette. Wear it over a coordinating slip or use a contrasting underlayer to bring out the stitch detail. The pattern includes customization guidance so you can personalize the fit. PATTERN DETAILS * Skill level: Intermediate * Terminology: US crochet terms * Sizes: XS/S, M/L, XL/2XL and 3XL/4XL/5XL * Yarn: Lion Brand Pound of Love or another category 4 worsted weight yarn * Hook: 5 mm, or size needed to obtain gauge * Yardage: 900 (1000, 1100, 1300) yards MEASUREMENTS Measurements are in inches and follow the size order above. Bust: 30 to 34 (38 to 42, 46 to 50, 54 to 60) Armhole circumference: 12 (13, 14, 15) Dress length: 36 (42, 42, 42) The modeled garment is shown in size M with approximately 2 inches of positive ease. GAUGE 14 stitches over 12 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in double crochet before blocking. Adjust your hook size as needed to obtain gauge. STITCHES Chain, slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet and shell stitches. Shell: Work 3 double crochet, chain 1 and 3 double crochet into the indicated stitch. BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read through the full pattern and review the customization details before starting. Yarn substitutions and changes to the dimensions may affect drape and yardage. This listing is for the crochet pattern. The finished dress is not included. Add Petal Lane to your project queue, choose your color and make a lace dress that reflects your personal style.