The warmth of spring and the heat of summer bring out a frenzy of activity in all of us. The flowers are brilliantly blooming, the bees are a buzzing, and doors are flung open invitingly playing music and letting in the sunshine. It’s a time of year for movement and dancing, and boy does this duster match the vibe. Layer it over a cute top, or even sport it as a swimsuit coverup – then rock and sway like Stevie would.

SKILL
Crochet

DIFFICULTY
Easy

SIZES
XS-M (L-2X, 3X-5X)
Shown in 3X-5X, Long Version

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Short Version
Duster measurements before blocking, according to gauge.
Note: measurements can be expected to stretch 4-6” after blocking.
Chest Circumference: 39 (52, 65)”
Length: 39¼ (39¼, 39¼)”

Long Version
Duster measurements before blocking, according to gauge.
Note: measurements can be expected to stretch 4-6” after blocking.
Chest Circumference: 39 (52, 65)”
Length: 55¼ (55¼, 5¼)”

MATERIALS
Short Version
Universal Yarn Magnolia (95% modal, 5% cashmere; 100g/361 yds)
• 112 Seed (MC) - 4 skeins all sizes
Rico Design Creative Lazy Hazy Summer Cotton dk (49% cotton, 46% acrylic, 5% polyester; 50g/164 yds)
• 006 Fuchsia (A) - 2 skeins all sizes
• 024 Aqua (B) – 2 skeins all sizes
• 010 Gold (C) - 1 skein all sizes

Long Version
Universal Yarn Magnolia (95% modal, 5% cashmere; 100g/361 yds)
• 112 Seed (MC) - 5 skeins all sizes
Rico Design Creative Lazy Hazy Summer Cotton dk (49% cotton, 46% acrylic, 5% polyester; 50g/164 yds)
• 006 Fuchsia (A) - 3 skeins all sizes
• 024 Aqua (B) – 3 skeins all sizes
• 010 Gold (C) - 1 skein all sizes
Hook: US Size 6/G (4 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
Notions: Tapestry needle, removable stitch markers

GAUGE
18 sts x 6 rows = 4 inches in main mesh pattern, before blocking.
Save time, check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES
This Duster is available in a short version, falling approximately to the knees, and a long version, falling approximately to the floor.

This Duster is constructed in pieces which are worked flat from the bottom up, then seamed together.

Next, Flower Granny Squares are made separately to accent the Duster. Squares are sewn together to form strips. Strips are then sewn to sleeve cuffs, front panels, and bottom hem.

The finished dimensions provided and seen in the schematic are before blocking has occurred. This yarn and stitch pattern produce a loose fabric with excellent drape. The finished project can be expected to stretch an additional 3-6” in size after blocking.