What you'll need
| One size only: | Each cover-up rectangle measures 29” (cover up width) x 34.5” (cover up length) |
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10117157
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6 |
Product Description
This cover-up is made from TWO RECTANGLES stitched together, leaving room for the neck, arms and side slits. It is a simple and elegant design and will look fabulous over your bathing suit and on the beach.
The main body panels consist of rows that alternate between single crochet stitches and wrapped double crochet stitches. The wrapped double crochet stitches are explained in detail, just in case you are not familiar with them. Trim rows alternate between rows of half double crochet stitches and rows of triple crochet stitches. This pattern is written for one size, but I do provide a gauge and easy guidelines for altering the size. Each cover-up rectangle measures 29” (cover up width) x 34.5” (cover up length).
Beach Beauty Cover-Up Crochet Pattern
What Is Being Made
The Beach Beauty Cover-Up is a lightweight crochet bathing suit cover-up designed by Sonja Hood. This garment consists of two rectangular panels that are strategically seamed together to create a wearable beach dress. The construction leaves intentional openings for the neckline, armholes, and side slits, making it an ideal layering piece for poolside or beach wear. The cover-up offers comfortable coverage while maintaining breathability through its open stitch construction.
Techniques Used
This intermediate-level crochet project employs several fundamental and intermediate techniques to achieve its finished structure. The primary construction method involves creating two identical rectangular panels using alternating rows of different stitch types. Partial seaming is used strategically throughout the garment—along the top edge to form the shoulder seams while leaving adequate space for the neck opening, and along the side edges to create armholes and vertical slits. The pattern also incorporates horizontal trim rows added to the top and bottom edges of the main body panels, which adds definition and a finished appearance to the piece. Yarn needle finishing work is required to complete the seams and weave in ends.
Stitches Used
- Single Crochet: Used in alternating rows throughout the main body panels, creating a dense, structured fabric
- Wrapped Double Crochet: Alternates with single crochet rows to create textural variation and visual interest in the cover-up
Materials
The Beach Beauty Cover-Up pattern calls for PREMIER Cotton Fair yarn, a blend of 52% cotton and 48% acrylic that provides durability and comfort for warm-weather wear. The yarn weight is classified as Fine 2, with yardage of 317 yards per 100 grams. For the size L shown in the pattern, six skeins of PREMIER Cotton Fair in Silver are required. A size L/11/8.00 mm crochet hook is used to work the stitches at the appropriate gauge, and a yarn needle is needed for seaming the panels together and finishing the garment.
Pattern Details
The main body of each rectangular panel is constructed from 81 rows containing 92 stitches per row. The alternating row pattern of single crochet and wrapped double crochet creates a balanced, textured fabric that drapes well for a cover-up application. Horizontal trim rows frame the top and bottom of each main body panel, providing structure and a polished edge. The skill level is rated as intermediate, making this pattern suitable for crocheters with foundational knowledge who are ready to work on garment construction and shaping techniques. The pattern uses standard US English crochet terminology.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Sport |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | KnotYourselfOut |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | This cover-up was made using PREMIER Cotton Fair, 52% cotton / 48% acrylic yarn, weight: Fine 2 (317 yds / 290 m / 3.5 oz / 100 g): Silver x 6 |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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