Mara Crochet Cover Up Pattern
Skill Level: Easy
The Mara Crochet Cover Up is a perfect addition to your summer wardrobe, offering instant vacation vibes. The pattern features three rectangles with a mesh or filet crochet design, making it both simple to crochet and stylish to wear over swimwear.
Materials Needed
- Flikka Yarn from Lion Brand in Keepsake or any lightweight 3 yarn such as Comfy Cotton Blend Yarn from Lion Brand
- Crochet Hook 6 mm (J-10)
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
Approximate Yardage/Number of Skeins Required
S/M: 4 skeins, 670 yards
L/XL: 4 skeins, 784 yards
2XL/3XL: 5 skeins, 910 yards
Pattern Instructions
Back Panel
Foundation Row: Ch (53, 61, 69)
Row 1: In the second ch from the hook hdc, hdc in every ch across, turn. (52, 60, 68)
Row 2: Ch 3, dc in first st, ch 2, sk 2 st(s), * dc, dc, ch 2, sk 2, repeat from * across ending with 1 dc in last st, turn. (52, 60, 68)
Rows 3-37: Repeat rows 2 and 3 alternately, ending with row 3 on row 37, then fasten off yarn. (52, 60, 68)
Front (Side) Panels (x2)
Foundation Row: Ch (33, 37, 41)
Row 1: In the second ch from the hook hdc, hdc in every ch across, turn. (32, 36, 40)
Row 2: Ch 3, dc in first st, ch 2, sk 2 st(s), * dc, dc, ch 2, sk 2, repeat from * across ending with 1 dc in last st, turn. (32, 36, 40)
Rows 3-37: Repeat rows 2 and 3 alternately, ending with row 3 on row 37, then fasten off yarn. (32, 36, 40)
Finishing The Cover Up
Blocking
I recommend blocking your pieces before sewing together to ensure they lay flat and have the desired dimensions.
Shoulder Seams
Place the back panel and front panels together, then sew 8 inches on each side using a whip stitch.
Arm Openings
Leave armhole lengths as follows: S/M - 8 inches, L/XL - 9 inches, 2XL/3XL - 10 inches.
Side Seams
Sew one front panel and back panel together using the whip stitch, leaving approximately 8 inches at the bottom. Repeat for the other side.
Tips
- Ensure panels are lined up evenly before sewing for a cohesive look
- Blocking before sewing will ease the process
With these instructions, you've completed your beautiful new Mara Crochet Cover Up, perfect for a day at the beach or poolside relaxation.
