Lacy Coverup

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Author: June 17, 2011

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This lacy coverup is perfect for those days when you need a little extra coverage for a low cut dress or top. Make it in whatever colors you need to match every outfit.
Sizes and Materials List …
Size: 7.5″w x 8.25″ l
Hook(s):

US F/5 (3.75 mm)
Yarn: Crochet Thread Size 20 [100% Mercerized Cotton]
Colors &
Approx. Yardage

White, 50 yds
Notions Yarn Needle
2 small buttons
Beading Elastic Cord
Gauge: 14 sts in pattern (3dccl, ch 1) and 8 rows = 4”/10 cm
Always take time to check your gauge
Download pattern in PDF format
Notes …
Adjusting

While the sample uses a size 20 crochet thread, size 30 or smaller can easily be substituted.

For a less lacy piece, uses a smaller hook and add sts to the fsc to compensate.
Stitches Used Chain (ch)
Slip Stitch (sl st)
Single Crochet (sc)
Double Crochet (dc)
Foundation Single Crochet (fsc)
3 Double Crochet Cluster (3dccl)
Abbreviations

Each (ea)
Loop (lp)
Skip (sk)
Stitch(es) (st / sts)
Yarn Over (yo)
Special Stitches

3 Double Crochet Cluster (3dccl)

Yo, insert hk in indicated sp, yo, pull through, yo, pull through two lps on hk (two lps still on hk), yo, insert hk in same sp, yo, pull through, yo, pull through two lps on hk (three lps on hk), yo, insert hk in same sp, yo, pull through, yo, pull through two lps on hook (four lps on hk), yo, pull through all four lps on hk.
Instructions …
Main Piece
Base Chain Fsc 44.

If using a smaller size thread, add additional fscs as needed in sets of two until the piece measures approximately 7.5″ or width needed.
Row 1

Ch 1, turn, sc in ea st across. (44 sts)
Row 2 Ch 1, turn, sc in first sc, *ch 1, sk next sc, sc in next sc,* rep from * to * across ending with a sc in last st.
Row 3 Ch 3, turn, 3dccl in first ch-1 sp, *ch 1, 3dccl in next ch-1 sp,* rep from * to * across to last sc, dc in last sc. Mark as front.
Row 4 Ch 1, turn, sc in top of first dc, ch 1, sk first 3dccl, sc in first ch-1 sp, *ch 1, sk next 3dccl, sc in next ch-1 sp,* rep from * to * across ending with a sc in top of last dc.
Rows 5-14 Rep rows 3 through 4.
Row 15 (Decrease row) Ch 3, turn, sk first ch-1 sp, 3dccl in second ch-1 sp, ch 1, 3dccl in next ch-1 sp,* rep from * to * across to last 3dccl, skip last 3dccl, dc in last sc.
Rows 16-24 Rep rows 4 and 15 ending with row 4. Fasten off.

Top Edging
Row 1 With right side facing, join thread and sc in each st across.
Row 2 Ch 1, turn, sc in first sc, *ch 1, sk next sc, sc in next sc,* rep from * to * across ending with sc in last sc.
Row 3 Ch 3, turn, two dc in first ch-1 sp, *sc in next ch-1 sp, five dc in next ch-1 sp,* rep from * to * to last two ch-1 sps, sc in second to last ch-1 sp, two dc in last ch-1 sp, dc in last sc. Fasten off.
Fasteners – Elastic Cord
  1. Sew the small buttons on the right side at the top of the coverup on each end but below the edging.
  2. Cut two elastic cords about 8″ long ea.
  3. Fold in half and knot the ends about 3″ from the folded end.
  4. Tie another knot next to the first knot making sure the second knot is towards the folded end.
  5. Place the cords on the wrong side of the coverup with the knots under the buttons and the loops hanging to the outside of the coverup. Sew the cords to the coverup with the sewing thread between the two knots on the cord.

To wear, insert the coverup into the top of your outfit with the right side out (buttons on top). Slide the cord under and around each bra strap looping the cord around the buttons.
Fasteners – Crocheted Tab
  1. Sew the small buttons on the right side at the top of the coverup on each end but below the edging.
  2. Join thread to top edge of coverup below the edging.
  3. Crochet a ch until the ch is about 3″ long (if bra straps are wide, increase length as needed to make sure tab goes around the strap and can reach the button).
  4. Turn and sc in ninth ch from hk and in ea ch to end, attaching to edge of coverup when you reach it. Fasten off.
  5. Rep on other side.

To wear, insert the coverup into the top of your outfit with the right side out (buttons on top). Slide the crocheted tab under and around each bra strap looping the buttonhole around the buttons.
Fasteners – Crocheted Ties
  1. Crochet a ch about 12″ long and fasten off. Trim ends.
  2. Fold in half and sew the ch at the fold to the top edge of the coverup below the edging.

To wear, insert the coverup into the top of your outfit with the right side out (buttons on top). Slide one string under each bra strap and tie both strings in a small bow.

Finishing …

Weave in ends. Wash and block.
Pattern and photos © Darlisa Riggs, CatBird Studios
Photos by Jessica Riggs
Modeled by Darlisa Riggs