Lacy Days Coverup

Lacy Days Coverup by MJ's Off The Hook

What is Being Made

The Lacy Days Kimono is a versatile crocheted coverup designed for spring and summer wear. This beautifully feminine piece functions as both a loose cardigan and a beach coverup, offering styling flexibility for warm-weather wardrobes. The garment features an open front design with a decorative feather belt that completes the look. The kimono-style construction creates an elegant, flowing silhouette suitable for layering or wearing as a standalone piece.

Construction Techniques

The Lacy Days Kimono employs a straightforward two-piece construction method that simplifies the building process. Each piece is worked from the side across, meaning stitches are created horizontally rather than vertically, which can provide better control over shaping and fit. The two pieces are then laced up the back, creating a unique closure detail that adds visual interest while allowing the wearer to adjust the fit. This side-to-side construction technique is particularly effective for creating balanced, symmetrical garments and is well-suited to intermediate-level crocheters.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The pattern utilizes lacy stitch work throughout, which creates the soft, open-weave aesthetic that defines the Lacy Days design. The lacy construction provides breathability and visual lightness, making it ideal for warm-weather garments. Crocheters will follow a specific stitch pattern for the main body of the piece, with the pattern instructions including a gauge swatch worked over 23 chains to establish proper tension and sizing.

Materials and Specifications

Yarn: Knit Picks/WeCrochet Cotlin in DK weight, shown in the Marina colorway. This yarn blend combines 70% Tanguis Cotton with 30% Linen, totaling 123 yards per 50-gram skein. The cotton-linen blend provides breathability, durability, and a soft hand ideal for spring and summer garments.

Hook and Notions: US I/9 (5.5mm) crochet hook or the size needed to obtain proper gauge. Additional materials include a tapestry needle for weaving in ends, stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats, scissors, measuring tape, garment tags, leather rivets for the feather belt detail, a blocking mat and pins for finishing, and a steamer for professional pressing.

Sizing and Gauge

The pattern is available in multiple sizes: XS-S, M-XL, 2X-3X, and 4X-5X, accommodating a wide range of body types. The gauge is established at 15 stitches and 9 rows over 4 inches in the stitch pattern. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the correct finished measurements and fit.

Skill Level

Rated as Intermediate difficulty, the Lacy Days Kimono is suitable for crocheters with foundational skills who are ready to work with lacy stitch patterns and multi-piece construction. The pattern is written in Standard American Terms and includes video tutorial support to guide crocheters through the construction process.