Crochet Bridal Gown by Twilleys of Stamford

Crochet Bridal Gown

Crochet
January 1960
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
Instructions to fit a 34, 36 or 38 inch bust.
English

A 1960s pattern to crochet a stunning boho chic bridal gown with matching bolero, in an openwork lacy pattern, shown here in white. Don’t just wear it to your wedding, it’s a great dress for the summer! You can make the dress shorter, for a more beachy look. Make it in white or cream for a bohemian Ibiza beachlook or in bright color for a fun girly look. You can even make it in black, for a dressed evening look.

Size:
Instructions to fit a 34, 36 or 38 inch bust.
Length from shoulder 52.5, 53 or 53.5 inches.
Sleeve seam 3.25 inches (on the bolero).

Materials for the dress:
30/31/24 x 25 gram balls of Twilley’s Crysette and
4/5/6 x 25 gram balls of Twilley’s Goldfingering.

Materials for the bolero:
9/10/11 x 25 gram balls of Twilley’s Crysette and
2/2/2 x 25 gram balls of Twilley’s Goldfingering.

Additional materials (dress):
An 14 inch zipper.
Lining material.

Hook size (see included chart for conversions):
Crochet hooks 3.5mm and 3.25mm (UK sizes 9 and 10, US sizes D and E).

Language:
UK English, conversion charts are provided with the pattern.