Let’s meet Sunshine crochet beach cover up free pattern with a step-by-step full video tutorial.
This summer if you are planning for a beach holiday or lounging around the swimming pool.
You guys going to need to make this easy DIY swimsuit cover-up.
You will be surprised how simple this long sleeve crochet cover up pattern is.
They are actually made up of two rectangles and join them together by sewing, (I mean seamed them together).
Inspiration behind this simple crochet bathing suit.
I was planning to go on the island beach holiday this summer with my friends a girl trip yay! There will be four of us together.
So, I had a picture in mind that this crochet beach cover-up pattern going to be a quick one to make because I don’t have much time before we go.
And made with a crochet mesh stitch that will not only show how cute the bikini you wearing inside but also give some cover for the body.
Beginner-friendly and trendy crochet cover-up.
Use basic crochet stitches:
This crochet DIY cover-up tutorial is easy for beginners crocheter to follow along with beginner crochet stitches like chains stitch and double crochet.
Trendy boho style:
I have added a little touch of bohemian style with a small tassel on the side which it so cool that each side of this crochet cover-up dress is open and closed by using a tie.
This white crochet boho cover-up also featured a V-neck to give it not too boxy shape for the cover-up dress.
Can’t imagine what the side tie looks like? Let’s have a look at the photo, shall we?
How do you style a crochet swimsuit up?
So this long sleeves crochet beach cover-up could easily pair it with jeans short or even just wear a sexy black color bra inside.
Layering them on top and wear a crop tank top underneath for a cute summer outfit.
Need more free crochet patterns for swimsuit cover-ups?
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Gauge:
Material for making crochet swim cover up pattern.
- I used cotton DK weight yarn,
- I use around 800 yards for small size.
- 3.0 mm crochet hook
- Sewing yarn needle
Skill and abbreviations
- You will need to know how to make (American crochet term)
- Sl st (slip stitch)
- dc which mean double crochet
- sc which mean single crochet
- sk which mean skip stitch
- ch Chain
- slip knot
- mini lace crochet stitch
How to crochet a swimsuit cover-up video tutorial.
Finished Size Approximately:
This example is made in size small the other size M, L, XL,2XL, 3xl ,4xl the detail will be in the pattern.
For me the model wearing this piece, I am 4’9 feet tall and the model piece is size small.
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Sunshine crochet beach cover up pattern instruction.
( Making the front panel)
Pick up a crochet hook size 3.0 mm and Start off by making a slip knot Then make 80+3= 83chains for size small (foundation chain multiple of 4+3).
- ( size M 92+3 chain)
- ( size L 116+3 chain)
- ( size XL 128+3 chain)
- ( size 2XL 144+3 chain)
- ( size 3XL 164+3 chain)
- ( size 4XL 184+3 chain)
Row 1: Sc across, ch 3, turn.
Row 2: dc in same st, then *ch2,sk2 st, then 1dc in each of the next 2 st*, repeat this* to* across until the end of the row, then on the last st , ch2 and make 1dc. ch3 turn. ( see very detailed photo tutorial on mini lace crochet stitch)
Row3. dc in the same st,then * ch2,sk2 ch, then 1dc in each of the next 2 st* repeat * to * across until end of the row. at the end make 1dc in ch3 space of the previous row. ch3 and turn. ( see very detailed photo tutorial on mini lace crochet stitch)
Row 4. and beyond, repeat row 3 until we get 20 inches long or your desired length.
Now we are going to make a v-neck for the front panel.
Fold the front panel in half so we know where is the middle stitch then use the stitch maker to mark down the position.
Then join new yarn at the end of this point, then ch3,
Row 1: dc in same st, then *ch2 ,sk2 st, then 1dc in each of the next 2 st*, repeat this* to* across until where the stitch maker place. ch3 turn
Row2. dc in the same st, then * ch2,sk2 ch, then 1dc in each of the next to st* repeat * to * across until where the stitch maker place. ch3 and turn.
Row3. and beyond, repeat row 2 until we get 5 inches deep for the v-neck.
repeat the same process for the other side.
After we finish the v-neck, the front panel will look like this.
Now we are going to make the v neck pretty by sc around v neck for 1 row then ch2, and dc in each stitch around and fasten off.
After we finished the front panel leave there and wait for assembly.
Back panel.
Pick up a crochet hook size 3 mm and Start off by making a slip knot Then make 80+3= 83chains for size small (foundation chain multiple of 4+3).
- ( size M 92+3 chain)
- ( size L 116+3 chain)
- ( size XL 128+3 chain)
- ( size 2XL 144+3 chain)
- ( size 3XL 164+3 chain)
- ( size 4XL 184+3 chain)
Row 1: Sc across, ch 3, turn.
Row 2: dc in same st, then *ch2 ,sk2 st, then 1dc in each of the next 2 st*, repeat this* to* across until the end of the row, then on the last st make 1dc. ch3 turn
Row3. dc in the same st,then * ch2,sk2 ch, then 1dc in each of the next to st* repeat * to * across until end of the row. at the end make 1dc in ch3 space of the previous row. ch3 and turn.
Row4. and beyond, repeat row 3 until we get 25 inches long or your desired length. Fasten off.
Assembly.
Lay the front panel in flat on top of the back panel then sew using a yarn needle as you can see in the photo above.
Collar.
After we finished assembling the piece then we are going to make the collar by sc around the collar for 3 rows.
Making a long sleeve.
No-sew for the armhole for 6-7 inches, then place stitch make to secure the position.
Join new yarn and sc around the armhole for 1 round.
After finishing 1 round of sc then ch2.
Row 1: dc in same st, then *ch2 ,sk2 st, then 1dc in each of the next 2 st*, repeat this* to* across until the end of the row then on the last st make 1dc. ch2 keep continuing in spiral, do not join round.
Row2. dc in the same st, then * ch2,sk2 ch, then 1dc in each of the next to st* repeat * to * across until end of the round. at the end make 1dc in ch2 space of the previous row.
Row3. and beyond, repeat row 2 until we get 10 inches long or your desired length. Fasten off.
repeat the same process for the other side.
Make the side tie.
Chain 100-130 for 2 pieces for close up each side of the cover-up.
Make tassel 4 pieces.
then attached the tassel to the long tie.
All done!
Happy crocheting!
If you make one I would love to see your creation tag me on Instagram!
Christine
Wednesday 20th of July 2022
Hi! I am making this now! So I'm asking, I don't seam up the sides? Thanks.
jane
Thursday 11th of August 2022
Hi Christine u can stem up the side or leave it like that that will be fine.
Katlyn
Saturday 2nd of July 2022
Hi! Just wondering what brand yarn you used? And how many rolls/ yards would you suggest for a xl? Thanks
jane
Tuesday 19th of July 2022
Hi katlyn, i us local brand in thailand it dk weight yarn 100 percent cotton would be similar to lion brand coboo, truboo or any cotton blend dk weight yarn.
Ifeoma
Tuesday 31st of May 2022
Hi. Thank you for this free pattern. Once i make mine, will definitely tag you on instagram.
joanna
Wednesday 23rd of March 2022
You don't give any measurements for a small or medium. I'm about 5'4" and I wear a 36D bra. I'm a small at places like Gap where they cut generously, sometimes a medium. I measure about 39" around the bust.
Please advise!!!!
Bee
Thursday 29th of July 2021
I love the pattern that i made 2 pieces immediately. Thanks for sharing the instructions.