After a bit of a break, I’m back at it with the crochet! I go through periods where I just feel like either knitting or crocheting -and this summer I have definitely been leaning more towards the knitting. It’s not that I don’t enjoy crochet as much as I do knitting… I just had so many ideas for knitting patterns, and not as many for crochet, if that makes sense! Anyways, I think you guys will enjoy this one and I hope it was worth the wait. My latest design is a crochet kimono pattern that was inspired by my love of the 70’s and bohemian fashion. Not only does it emit a super chill-peace-love vibe, this wrap is incredibly cozy! Perfect for lounging around during warm summer evenings, or even to wear as a swimsuit cover up.
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Summertime Crochet Kimono Design and Yarn Choice:
I wanted the pattern to be quick and easy to assemble. As a result, the stitch design is a combination of V-stitch and Herringbone half double crochet (HHDC), and builds quickly. The yarn that I used is from one of my favourite brands – We Crochet (also know as Knit Picks): Brava Sport weight yarn. I love that this line is not only luxuriously soft and light weight, while also inexpensive -which makes it great for larger projects like this one!
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Crochet Kimono Pattern
Materials:
- Size H8 (5 mm) Crochet Hook.
- 5 Skeins (100g each) of Knit Picks (We Crochet) Brava Sport Weight yarn in Dove Heather.
- Scissors.
- Yarn Needle.
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Finished Size:
One Size: 29” wide X 26” long.
Abbreviations:
CH: Chain.
HHDC: Herringbone Half Double Crochet.
DC: Double Crochet.
V-St: V- Stitch.
Special Stitches:
Herringbone Half Double Crochet (HHDC): Yarn over, insert hook into next stitch; yarn over and draw through the stitch AND first loop on hook; yarn over, draw through remaining loops on hook.
V-Stitch: (DC, CH1, DC) all in the same stitch.
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Crochet Kimono Pattern – Free
This Kimono Shawl is created by joining two rectangular panels (see finishing instructions).
Create two identical panels as follows:
Chain 158 (or multiple of 3 plus 2 if you would like to alter the length or practice on a small swatch).
Row 1: HHDC in third chain from hook and in each remaining chain; CH2, turn.
Row 2: HHDC in each hhdc; CH3, turn.
Row 3: *Skip next 2 hhdc, V-St in next hhdc; repeat from * to end of row; CH2, Turn.
Row 4: HHDC in first dc, *HHDC in next ch1 space, HHDC in next 2 dc; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, HHDC in next ch1 space, HHDC in last dc; CH2, turn.
Row 5-6: HHDC in each hhdc; CH2, turn.
Row 7: HHDC in each hhdc; CH3, turn.
Row 8: *Skip next 2 hhdc, V-St in next hhdc; repeat from * to end of row; CH2, Turn.
Row 9: HHDC in first dc, *HHDC in next ch1 space, HHDC in next 2 dc; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, HHDC in next ch1 space, HHDC in last dc; CH2, turn.
Row 10: HHDC in each hhdc; CH3, turn.
Repeat Rows 3-10 three more times. At the end of the very last row, do not chain 3 since you do not need a turning chain. Fasten off and weave in all loose ends.
Finished piece will measure 52” X 14.5”.
Once both rectangular pieces have been created, continue to Finishing Instructions.
Finishing Instructions:
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12 Responses
Really like this one! Going to make one for my daughter in a bolder color! ( just as soon as I finish the WIP I have going on) This will be perfect for in the fall weather in CT. Thank you for all your beautiful designs.❤️
You are most welcome Susan!
Good day to you! I’d like to ask if you’d recommend a different finished measurement for someone whos is 5 foot tall?
Hi Ardee! I’m 5 ft. 5″ tall and the bottom hits just below my hips when I’m standing straight. If you’d like it to fit longer then, maybe take off just a couple of inches and if you’d like it to fit exactly like how it did on me, then take off about 5″ from length.
Beautiful! Your patterns are always so pretty! Very talented.
Thank you for sharing!
Mona.
Thank you Mona! ❤️
Do you think this could be made (or adapted to be made) with Lion Brand Mandala? it is 150g light weight.
Thanks!
Hi Katy, Yes you could use a lighter weight yarn. You might want to check that the gauge is the same and if not, then you can add a few rows and make your foundation chain a bit longer.
I am working on this now. This is my first pattern to figure out and it has taken me 2 weeks to finally realize I wasnt paying attention to the pattern. It is very straight forward. I am making this in 100% cotton and it is lovely so far. Am I missing what technique you used to join? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!!
Hi Amy, I’m happy to hear that you are enjoying the pattern! I used whip stitch to join the pieces -but honestly you can use whichever method of joining that you find easiest 🙂
Hi
I too love your patterns. Making this one now. Quick question about sewing the pieces together for the back, it looks like it is halfway should it be sewn 26 inches?
Thank you 😊
Hi Christine, thank you for the kind words and I apologize for the late response. Yes, you are correct, the fabric will be 26″ when folded over and you will need to sew up half way at 13″. Thank you for pointing out this error – I’ll update the pattern right away!