This delicate maxi dress features a solid top, a V-neck, and an empire-waist silhouette—flattering on many body types. It is made from the top down and can easily be altered to any length. Simply stop stitching when it reaches the length you want.

Difficulty Intermediate

Finished Size 37 3/4 (43 1/2, 46 1/2, 52 1/4, 55 1/4)“ bust circumference. Sample shown measures 37 3/4”, modeled with 2 3/4” positive ease.

Yarn Knit Picks Lindy Chain (70% linen, 30% Pima cotton; 180 yd (165 m) / 1 3/4 oz (50 g); ): #26447 swan (off-white), 13 (15, 17, 19, 20) balls.

Hook Size C/2 (2.75 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions Stitch markers (m), 2; yarn needle.

Gauge 22 hdc and 17 rows = 4”, blocked; arch motif = 3” wide and 2 1/4” tall; 1 chevron rep = 3 3/4” wide and 7 1/2 rows = 4” tall, blocked.

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NOTES

• Skirt fabric is very stretchy due to stitch pattern.
• Measurements are given with dress laid flat.
• The bust band of arch motifs is worked first. Bodice is worked from the base of the arches upward. Chevron skirt is worked from the arches downward to desired skirt length.
• Move markers up as work progresses.

For more information, see:
https://www.interweave.com/store/interweave-crochet-summer-2019-digital-edition