Sand Dollar DIY Bikini Top
This Sand Dollar DIY Bikini Top invites you to a crochet beach party! Crochet hooks are just as useful for summer crochet patterns as they are for those lovely winter afghans. When the weather starts getting toasty and you're itching to get out in the sun, this DIY bathing suit will be the perfect fashion statement. A free crochet bikini pattern is a great way to avoid the exorbitant prices of today's high end pieces but still have a unique and personal style to go sunbathing in. Pair this sand dollar themed top with some blue jean shorts or solid colored bottoms, and you will be prepared for all the summer fun awaiting you.
Crochet HookD/3 or 3.25 mm hook
Yarn Weight(3) Light/DK (21-24 stitches to 4 inches)
Crochet Gauge6 dc = 1 inch
Finished SizeExtra Small - Extra Large
Materials List
- Size D (3mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
- Yarn needle for finishing
- DK weight yarn, yardage depends on size (Recommended yarns: Bernat Vickie Howell Cotton-ish, Premier Afternoon Cotton Colors, Patons Grace, Premier Cotton Fair, Cascade Ultra Pima)
- Small amount of fabric for lining. Spandex swim fabric recommended. Anything stretchy will work though.
- Basic sewing supplies