Shell Stitch Halter Dress by Modern Needlecraft

Shell Stitch Halter Dress

Crochet
June 1953
Morell Woven Edge Silk Organdy Ribbon
7 st shell = 2 1/2"; 5 shell st = 1 1/2"
6.0 mm (J)
14 (16, 18)
US
English

Pattern includes instructions for three (vintage 1950s) sizes: 14 (16, 18), which are approximately equivalent to modern-day sizes 10 (12, 14)

MATERIALS:
Morell Woven Edge Silk Organdy Ribbon: 14 (15, 15) spools Beige
Crochet hook J/10 (6 mm)
12” zipper
1 yd 1” grosgrain ribbon
Hooks and eyes
2 1/2 yd of nylon tulle (optional)

GAUGE:
7 st shell = 2 1/2”
5 shell st = 1 1/2”