Mermaidcat Designs

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Crochet: Pants
Make cozy crochet pants using weight-6 Hometown yarn with the Lounge crochet pattern. Written in English using standard US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes step-by-step photos and measurement-based customization tips.
Crochet: Scarf
Crochet a cozy granny-stitch scarf using bulky weight-5 yarn with the Granny crochet pattern. Written in English using standard US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes step-by-step instructions and helpful photos for crocheters of all skill levels.
Crochet: Scarf
Crochet a cozy scarf using bulky weight-5 yarn with the Seaside crochet pattern. Written in English using standard US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes step-by-step instructions and helpful photos for crocheters of all skill levels.
Crochet: Pullover
Crochet a richly textured sweater using worsted-weight yarn with the Allium crochet pattern. Written in English using standard US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes step-by-step photos and size-inclusive resizing instructions.
Crochet: Cardigan, Robe, Swimwear
Make Aster as a crochet cover-up or cardigan, using a 3.5 mm hook and fingering-weight yarn. Simple construction, step-by-step photos, and size-as-you-go tips guide you through creating a handmade layer with a personalized fit.
Crochet: Pullover
Make Cozy, a unisex crochet sweater with textured stitches, using a 5.5 mm hook and worsted-weight yarn. Detailed instructions and seven listed bust size groups help you plan a handmade sweater for yourself or as a gift.
Crochet: Dress
Make your first handmade dress with the beginner-friendly Element crochet dress pattern using worsted-weight yarn and a 5.5 mm hook. Clear instructions and step-by-step photos guide you through a simple, stylish design in sizes XS-XXXL.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make Flare, a 70s-inspired fringe crochet top, using a 4.5 mm hook and worsted-weight yarn. Clear instructions, step-by-step photos, and size-as-you-go guidance help you create a handmade top with playful fringe detail.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Bring movement to your handmade wardrobe with the beginner-friendly Heart Strings crochet crop top pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Long, swaying fringe adds a playful touch to a top you can make for summer days and festival outings.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make a flower-embroidered halter crop top with the Petunia crochet pattern using worsted-weight yarn and a 5 mm hook. Follow measure-as-you-go tips and color-coded guidance to customize the fit for your handmade summer top.
Crochet: Pullover
Crochet a seamless unisex sweater with the Pine pattern, choosing either worsted/Aran weight-4 yarn or bulky weight-5 yarn. Written in English using standard US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes detailed instructions, step-by-step photos, and measure-as-you-go sizing guidance.
Crochet: Tee
Make Raven, a beginner-friendly tie-front crochet top with long sleeves, using worsted-weight yarn and 5 mm and 6 mm hooks. Measure-as-you-go tips help you customize the fit, while an oversized hook creates a flowing drape for the sleeves.
Crochet: Strapless Top
Make one of Mermaidcat Designs’ earliest creations with the Soft Geo crochet crop top pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Its off-shoulder silhouette and delicate flower details bring a playful handmade touch to festival outfits.
Crochet: Cardigan
Make Starling, a tie-front crochet cardigan with a lacy look, using a 9 mm hook and worsted-weight 4 Aran yarn. Detailed instructions, step-by-step photos, and a printer-friendly version guide novice and experienced crocheters through a customizable handmade layer.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Create a boho-inspired summer top with the beginner-friendly Unity crochet halter bralette pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Step-by-step instructions and clear photos guide you through this simple crop-top design, with intricate detailing for summer outfits and festival styling.
Crochet: Cardigan
Make Western Wildflower, a lacy crochet cardigan with two length options, using a 3.5 mm hook and fingering-weight yarn. Detailed instructions, step-by-step photos, and color-coded sizing help you create a boho layer with a personalized fit.
Crochet: Cardigan
Make Whispering Winds, a beginner-friendly long crochet kimono, using an 8 mm hook and 1,440-1,800 yards of worsted-weight 4 yarn. Measure-against-yourself guidance helps you customize the fit of this boho layering piece.
Crochet: Coat / Jacket
Crochet the Windward jacket with a 3.5 mm hook and 900 to 1,800 yards of fingering weight yarn. This handmade lace cable layer works from spring through fall, and you measure against yourself as you go to personalize the fit.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Bring butterfly-clip nostalgia to your handmade wardrobe with the beginner-friendly Y2K Butterfly crochet crop top pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Arrange the butterfly details your way, and use the front drawstring to create a bustier effect.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make Mandala, an easy crochet crop top, using a 5 mm hook and 150–400 yards of worsted-weight yarn. Measure-as-you-go tips help you personalize the fit, with guidance for a listed 30–50-inch bust range and adjustments beyond those measurements.
Crochet: Dress
Create a fringe dress with movement and handmade character using the Obelisk crochet pattern and sport-weight yarn. Adjust the fit against your own measurements as you crochet within the listed ranges, making a piece for festival outings or a beach cover-up.
Crochet: Strapless Top
Make Reception, a boho-inspired crochet vest cover-up with fringe, using a 3.5 mm hook and sport-weight yarn. Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern includes step-by-step photos to guide your handmade spring and summer layer.
Crochet: Coat / Jacket
Create an easy-to-layer handmade look with the Darling cardigan crochet pattern using worsted-weight yarn and an 8 mm hook. This open-front, long-sleeve design features contrasting bands of crochet stitches, with step-by-step photos to guide your project.
Crochet: Pullover, Skirt
Make Magic, a 2-in-1 crochet pattern set featuring a lacy cable sweater and a matching skirt, using a 3.5 mm hook and fingering-weight yarn. Detailed step-by-step photos guide your project, with two coordinated pieces you can wear together or style separately.
Crochet: Tee
Make Echo, a 70s-inspired bell-sleeve crochet crop top, using a 3.5 mm hook and fingering-weight yarn in two colors. Clear instructions, step-by-step photos, and measure-as-you-go tips help you customize a handmade statement top to your fit.
Crochet: Coat / Jacket
Make a quirky, stylish handmade jacket with the Stars crochet jacket pattern using super bulky yarn and a 9 mm hook. Step-by-step photos guide this design, which is suitable for crocheters of all skill levels.
Crochet: Skirt, Dress
Sea Grass Crochet Skirt and Dress Pattern by Mermaidcat Designs
Crochet: Pullover
Make Kiss, a long-sleeve crochet sweater with a giant lips motif and ruffle trim, using fingering-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook. The playful design gives your handmade wardrobe a statement piece, with written instructions for Small-Large bust sizes of 30-40 inches.
Crochet: Dress
Make Stellar, a beginner-friendly crochet dress with puff-stitch star details, using a 3.5 mm hook and 870-950 yards of fingering-weight yarn. Step-by-step photos guide you through a lightweight dress with a keyhole you can wear at the front or back.
Crochet: Coat / Jacket
Make Shag, a textured crochet jacket, using a 9 mm hook and the listed worsted-weight and super-bulky yarn supplies. Measure-as-you-go instructions help you customize the fit of this playful statement layer for colder weather.
Crochet: Dress
Make Motion as a crochet maxi dress or skirt using a 3.5 mm hook and fingering-weight yarn. Detailed step-by-step photos and measure-as-you-go guidance help you create a handmade piece for special occasions or style it your own way.
Crochet: Pullover
Make Lover, a crochet sweater combining delicate lace with structured design, using a 3.5 mm hook and 600–1,000 yards of DK-weight yarn. Measure-as-you-go tips help you personalize the fit of your handmade sweater.
Crochet: Pullover
Crochet a shell-stitch tube top with a front bow and detachable arm warmers using the Breathless crochet pattern and DK-weight yarn. Customizable, measure-to-fit sizing lets you use your measurements to personalize the fit.
Crochet: Pullover
Make Beyond, a textured crochet sweater with oversized and fitted options, using a 3.5 mm hook and fingering-weight yarn. Clear, beginner-friendly instructions help you create a handmade sweater with the fit and styling you prefer.
Crochet: Pullover
Make Lust, a boho crochet pullover with long or cropped length options, using a 3.5 mm hook and fingering-weight yarn. Detailed instructions, step-by-step photos, and size-as-you-go tips help you personalize your handmade sweater.
Crochet: Pullover
Make Mountain, a beginner-friendly oversized crochet pullover with lace detailing, using a 3.5 mm hook and fingering-weight yarn. Color-coded sizing and long or cropped options help you create a handmade sweater in your preferred length.
Crochet: Dress
Create a simple, elegant handmade dress with the Wild Rose crochet pattern using fingering-weight yarn. Detailed photographs and size-as-you-go tips help you adjust the fit as you crochet, with the option to make the top and skirt in matching or contrasting colors.
Crochet: Dress
Introducing our crochet dress pattern, Discovery. This elegant and timeless design features a long, flowing silhouette that exudes sophistication and glamour. The intricate crochet stitchwork creates a delicate texture that adds depth and interest to the dress.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make Moon, a beginner-friendly reversible crochet top with ruffled edges, using a 3.25 mm hook and 690–1,290 yards of fingering-weight yarn. Step-by-step instructions and photos guide you through a boho-inspired piece for summer outings and festivals.
Crochet: Swimwear
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Crochet: Dress
Create a cable-stitch mini dress with the Infinity crochet pattern using DK-weight yarn. Intricate texture and a classic crew neck bring character to your handmade summer wardrobe, with detailed step-by-step photos to guide your project.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make Oracle, a racerback crochet tank top with optional front tassels, using fingering-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook. Detailed instructions and step-by-step photos guide you through a boho-inspired piece for summer days and festivals.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top, Skirt
Looking for a versatile crochet pattern that lets you create three unique pieces? Look no further than the Light crochet pattern! This 3-in-1 pattern allows you to create a stunning crochet dress, a beautiful crochet top, and a cute crochet skirt - all from one easy-to-follow pattern.
Crochet: Swimwear
Make Geode, a crochet monokini with intricate detailing, using a 3.5 mm hook and 350 yards of DK-weight yarn. Step-by-step instructions and photos guide you through creating a handmade one-piece for beach or poolside style.
Crochet: Shorts
Make Mystery, men’s crochet shorts with simple colorwork stripes, using DK-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook. Four yarn colors and an elastic waist cord bring distinctive striped style to a versatile handmade wardrobe piece.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Create Wanderer, a men’s crochet tank top with large open armholes and triangle-stripe detail, using the recommended cotton-linen Cotlin yarn. The open-armhole design brings a breezy feel to a handmade summer wardrobe piece.
Crochet: Shorts
Crochet high-waisted booty shorts with the Bliss crochet shorts pattern using DK-weight yarn. Written in English using US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step photos suitable for crocheters of all skill levels.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make Onyx, a beginner-friendly boho crochet crop top, using a 3.5 mm hook and 250–600 yards of DK-weight yarn. Easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step photos guide you through a summer wardrobe piece for beach days and outdoor festivals.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet the Astra crop top with a 3.5 mm hook and 200 yards of DK weight yarn. A handmade addition to your summer wardrobe for festival outings, picnics, and everyday warm-weather styling, in sizes for a 30 to 40 inch bust.
Crochet: Swimwear
Crochet a summer-ready bralette-style crop top with the Avalon crochet pattern using DK-weight yarn. Written in English using US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes step-by-step instructions, detailed photos, and size-as-you-go guidance for 30–50-inch busts.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet the Luna halter top with a 3.5 mm hook and 250 yards of DK weight yarn. A boho halter-neck top for poolside days and music festivals, with easy instructions for a 30 to 40 inch bust.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make Gaia, a crochet halter top for all skill levels, using a 3.5 mm hook and 200–550 yards of DK-weight yarn. Clear instructions, step-by-step photos, and size-as-you-go guidance help you create a summer top you can dress up or down.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet the Terra halter top with a 3.5 mm hook and 250 to 550 yards of DK weight yarn. A beginner-friendly boho halter with a warm-weather style that works from beach days to music festivals, in sizes for a 30 to 50 inch bust.
Crochet: Swimwear
Crochet a warm-weather halter top with the beginner-friendly Deva crochet pattern using DK-weight yarn. Written in English using US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step photos for beginners and experienced crocheters alike.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Create a boho crochet tank top with Spectrum using a 3.5 mm hook and 250–550 yards of sport-weight yarn. Step-by-step instructions, photos, and size-as-you-go tips help you make a warm-weather top for festivals, picnics, and summer outings.
Crochet: Dress
Make Particle, a 70s-inspired bell-sleeve crochet dress, using a 5.5 mm hook and worsted-weight yarn. Beginner-friendly instructions and step-by-step photos guide you through a handmade dress with vintage and cottagecore styling.
Crochet: Pullover
Make Magnetic, a beginner-friendly crochet pullover with a simple lace detail at the neckline, using a 5 mm hook and 600–675 yards of worsted-weight yarn. The lace accent adds detail to your handmade sweater while keeping the project approachable for newer crocheters.
Crochet: Pullover
Make Lightning, a fitted V-neck crochet sweater, using a 5 mm hook and 600–800 yards of worsted-weight yarn. Step-by-step photos and measure-as-you-go tips guide you as you create a handmade sweater with a personalized fit.
Crochet: Pullover
Make your first handmade sweater with Apex, a beginner-friendly crochet sweater crop top pattern using a 5 mm hook and 600–675 yards of worsted-weight yarn. Step-by-step photos guide you through creating a stylish cropped piece to mix into your wardrobe.
Crochet: Dress
Create Levitate, a crochet sweater dress with shoulder cutouts and cable detail, using a 6.5 mm hook and 700–775 yards of worsted-weight yarn. Its textured detail and cutout shoulders bring a distinctive finish to your handmade wardrobe.
Crochet: Tee
Make Encounter, a beginner-friendly long-sleeve crochet top with intricate lace sleeves, using a 6.5 mm hook and 500–800 yards of worsted-weight yarn. Step-by-step photos and measure-as-you-go tips guide you through a handmade garment with fit adjustments beyond the listed 30–50-inch bust range.
Crochet: Skirt
Make Vitalize, a customizable-length crochet skirt, using a 9 mm hook, 300–375 yards of medium 4/worsted-weight yarn, and elastic waist cord. Simple stitches and lace that can be styled down the sides or front let you personalize the look for your handmade wardrobe.
Crochet: Pullover
Make the beginner-friendly Amplify crochet sweater using a 9 mm hook and 300–425 yards of worsted-weight yarn. Step-by-step photos guide you through a handmade wardrobe piece you can pair with skirts or jeans.
Crochet: Pullover
Make Woodland, a lace cable crochet pullover, using a 3.5 mm hook and sport-weight yarn. This intermediate pattern includes step-by-step photos and measure-as-you-go tips to help you personalize the fit of your handmade sweater.
Crochet: Strapless Top
Crochet a summer-ready crop top with the beginner-friendly Ultraviolet crochet tube top pattern. Written in English using standard US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes step-by-step instructions, helpful photos, and tips for upsizing.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet the Vision crop top with a 3.5 mm hook and 400 to 750 yards of sport weight yarn. A boho off-the-shoulder top for festival days and summer picnics, in bust sizes 30 to 50 inches.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Add vintage-inspired character to your handmade wardrobe with the Existence crochet crop top pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Clear instructions and step-by-step photos support new and experienced crocheters as you make a top for summer festivals, picnics, or everyday outfits.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet a playful off-the-shoulder top with heart-shaped front detailing using the Orbit crochet crop top pattern. Written in English using standard US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes detailed step-by-step instructions and accompanying photos for beginner and experienced crocheters.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet the Astral crop top with a 3.5 mm hook and 300 to 350 yards of organic cotton sport weight yarn. Boho-inspired and made for festival outfits and warm-weather styling, with clear instructions for a 30 to 40 inch bust.
Crochet: Dress
Make Terrestrial, a boho crochet dress with short and long options, using a 3.5 mm hook and the listed fingering-weight yarn. This intermediate pattern includes detailed step-by-step photos and measure-as-you-go tips to customize your size, length, and fit.
Crochet: Purse / Handbag
Create a spacious, boho-inspired bag with the Transmission crochet bag pattern using sport-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook. Delicate lace trim and playful fringe bring handmade character to an accessory for beach trips, summer outings, and everyday adventures.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet the Akashic bustier top with a 5 mm hook and worsted weight (4) yarn. Swaying fringe brings playful movement to festival outfits and dance-party styling, in sizes for a 30 to 50 inch bust.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet the Ascending halter top with a 3.5 mm hook and 200 to 550 yards of sport weight yarn. A handmade warm-weather halter for your summer wardrobe, in sizes for a 30 to 50 inch bust, and you can choose your favorite yarn color to make it your own.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make a summer halter crop top with the beginner-friendly Voyager crochet pattern using 100–150 yards of worsted-weight yarn and a 5 mm hook. Step-by-step instructions and detailed photos guide you through a simple handmade piece for summer days and festivals.
Crochet: Dress
Make Dimension as a short or long crochet dress using a 3.5 mm hook and sport-weight yarn. Designed for advanced-beginner and intermediate crocheters, this pattern includes seven bust sizes, step-by-step photos, and a printer-friendly version.
Crochet: Dress
One pattern, two dresses: a quick note before you buy. This listing and my Dimension listing are the same pattern. Dimension began as two patterns, the long Dimension dress and this short sundress, first called Synthesis. I later combined them into one pattern, so whichever listing you buy, you get the same PDF with both the short and long vers...
Crochet: Tee
Make Ether, a beginner-friendly boho crochet top, using a 3.5 mm hook and 400–750 yards of sport-weight 2 yarn. Easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step photos guide you through a handmade summer wardrobe piece, with seven bust measurement groups spanning 30–50 inches.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet the Emma bralette crop top with a 3.5 mm hook and 240 yards of sport weight yarn. A boho bikini-style bralette for beach outings, poolside days, and festivals. Please note: this pattern is written for size Small only.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make a boho-inspired crop top with the Quantum crochet pattern using worsted-weight yarn and a 5 mm hook. Step-by-step instructions and helpful photos guide your project, with seven bust-size groups for your handmade summer top.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet a versatile top or bralette using worsted-weight yarn with the beginner-friendly Equinox pattern. Written in standard US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes step-by-step photos and measure-as-you-go tips.
Crochet: Dress
Crochet gown. Elegant back. Perfect for cocktail parties, dances, evenings out!
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet a summer-ready keyhole crop top with the beginner-friendly Dogon crochet pattern using worsted weight-4 yarn. Written in English using US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF is best suited to bust measurements of 32–36 inches.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make a handmade summer staple with the beginner-friendly Ceres crochet crop top pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Step-by-step instructions, helpful photos, and measure-as-you-go tips guide you as you create a top for festivals and beach parties.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make Catlantis, a convertible crochet tank and halter top, using a 5 mm hook and worsted-weight yarn. Photo instructions and measure-as-you-go tips guide your fit, while straps tied over the shoulders or around the neck give you two ways to wear your handmade top.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make Questing, a beginner-friendly crochet halter crop top, using a 3.5 mm hook and 200–600 yards of worsted-weight yarn. Measure-as-you-go tips and color-coded sizing guidance help you choose your fit for a handmade top to wear at summer festivals or on casual days.
Crochet: Strapless Top
Make Kismet, a 70s-inspired off-the-shoulder crochet fringe top, using a 5 mm hook and worsted-weight yarn. Clear instructions and step-by-step photos guide you through a statement design with boho styling and seven bust measurement groups spanning 30–50 inches.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Make a flower-motif crop top with the beginner-friendly Prismatic crochet pattern using worsted-weight yarn and a 5 mm hook. Step-by-step instructions, helpful photos, and fit tips guide you through a handmade top for festivals and summer days.
Crochet: Skirt
Make Air, a beginner-friendly circular crochet skater skirt with decorative trim, using a 5 mm hook and worsted-weight yarn. Color-coded instructions, step-by-step photos, and size-as-you-go tips help you personalize the fit of your handmade skirt.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Add a romantic handmade touch to your summer wardrobe with the beginner-friendly Amor heart-cutout crochet halter top pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Color-coded sizing and step-by-step photos guide you as you make its playful front heart cutout for summer days and festival outfits.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet the Bastet halter crop top with a 5 mm hook and 200 to 230 yards of worsted weight (4) yarn. Boho-inspired, with intricate crochet details, it is a handmade piece for beach outings, poolside lounging, and festivals, in sizes for a 30 to 40 inch bust.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top, Strapless Top, Skirt
Make a lacy skirt and bandeau set with the beginner-friendly Celestine crochet pattern using sport-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook. Step-by-step photos guide your project, while measuring against yourself helps you customize the fit.
Crochet: Dress
Make Dancing Lotus, a special-occasion crochet gown, using an H/8 5 mm hook and worsted-weight yarn. Step-by-step photos and measure-as-you-go instructions help you personalize the fit of a handmade dress for weddings, evening events, or cocktail parties.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet the Electric halter crop top with a 5 mm hook and 300 to 350 yards of worsted weight (4) yarn. A statement piece for summer festivals, with step-by-step guidance for a 30 to 40 inch bust.
Crochet: Sleeveless Top
Crochet a distinctive keyhole halter top with the beginner-friendly Emerging crochet pattern using worsted weight-4 yarn. Written in English using standard US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes clear instructions and step-by-step photos.
Crochet: Shorts
Crochet playful unicorn-inspired shorts with the Legend crochet pattern using worsted weight-4 yarn. Written in English using standard US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes step-by-step photos and sizes Small–Large, with guidance suitable for all skill levels.
Crochet: Swimwear
Crochet a summer-ready bralette or bikini top with the beginner-friendly Solar crochet pattern using worsted weight-4 yarn. Written in English using standard US crochet terms, this instant-download PDF includes step-by-step instructions, helpful photos, and color-coded sizes for 30–50-inch busts.
Crochet: Backpack
Make Wanderlust, a crochet backpack with a granny hexagon quilt motif, using 450 yards total of multicolor worsted-weight yarn and a 5 mm hook. This easy project lets you choose your favorite colors for a handmade backpack with a patchwork-inspired look.