Crochet Ocean Waves Swim Suit Cover

Overview

The Crochet Ocean Waves Swim Suit Cover is a delightful addition to your beachwear collection! With its intricate design resembling gentle waves, this cover is not only stylish but functional too. Perfect for lounging by the pool or strolling along the shore, it adds a touch of bohemian charm to your summer wardrobe. The lightweight and breathable material makes it ideal for sunny days. So, why not treat yourself to this lovely piece and make a splash at the beach this season?

Skill Level

Easy To Moderate

Materials

• Crochet Hook – H/ 5.00MM (If you are a tight crocheter, you may want to go up a hook size.)
• Yarn - It’s a Wrap (1) Rainbow By Red Heart Yarn (Nautical) - 400 – 600 yards depending on size
• Yarn Needle

Stitches Used

• Chain (ch)
• Double Crochet (dc)
• Skip (sk)
• Space (sp)
• V Stitch (Vst) – (dc, ch1, dc in the same st)

Sizes

Small (Medium, Large, Extra Large) - Approximately 16 (18, 20, 22 inches across)

Pattern written in Small, other sizes in Parenthesis.

Notes

Ch3 Counts as a Double Crochet

Pattern Instructions

Make 2, A Front and A Back Piece. We are starting at the bottom of each piece and working our way to the top.

Row Instructions

RND 1: Ch 60 (68, 76, 84), 1 dc in the 4th ch from the hook, 1 dc in each ch across, turn, Ch 3 (58, 66, 74, 82 dcs).

RND 2: Ch 3 counts as 1st dc, 1 dc in each dc across, turn ch3 (58, 66, 74, 82 dcs).

RND 3: Repeat RND 2

RND 4: Ch 3 counts as 1st dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc, ch2, *Sk the next 2, 1 dc in each of the next 2 dc* Repeat From * to * Across Row, sk next 2 dc, 1 dc in each of the last 4 dc, turn, ch3 (4 dcs, (12, 14, 16, 18 sets of sk2, 2dcs) ch2, 4dcs)

RND 5: Ch 3 counts as 1st dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc, *ch2, Vst between the next 2 dc* Repeat From * to * Across Row, Ch2, 1 dc in the last 4 dc, turn, ch 3 (4 dcs, (12, 14, 16, 18 V sts, 2dcs) ch2, 4dcs)

RND 6: Ch 3 counts as 1st dc, 1 dc in the next 3 dc, *ch2, Vst in the ch1 sp of the next Vst* Repeat From * to * Across Row, Ch2, 1 dc in the last 4 dc, turn, ch 3 (4 dcs, (12, 14, 16, 18 V sts, 2dcs) ch2, 4dcs)

RND 7: RND 36 (38, 40, 42) –Repeat RND 6

Remember if you want more length, continue to Repeat RND 6

RND 37 (39, 41, 43) – Top Trim – 1 dc in each dc, *2dc in the ch 2 sp, 1 dc in each of the dc of the Vst* Repeat From * to * across, 2 dc in the ch2 sp, 1 dc in the last 4 dc, turn, ch3 (58, 66, 74, 82 dcs).

RND 38 (40, 42, 44) – 1 dc in each dc, turn ch3 (58, 66, 74, 82 dcs).

RND 39 (41, 43, 45) - 1 dc in each dc, tie off, weave in your ends. (58, 66, 74, 82 dcs).

Assembly

Place the 2 pieces together at the top. Join yarn to one side, sc going through the front and the back of the top, Stitching 10 (12, 14, 16) sc. Sc only working through the front of the top until only 10 (12, 14, 16) stitches remain. Again, stitch sc going through the front and the back of the pieces.

Slst back across those 10 (12, 14, 16) stitches, Sc across the back opening of the piece, Sl st across the beginning 10 (12, 14, 16) stitches, tie off and weave in your ends.