Sawgrass Scallop

"Transform a too-short dress, skirt, tunic, or top with the beautiful Sawgrass Scallop Edging! In this step-by-step crochet tutorial, I’ll show you how to create an elegant scalloped border that can be added directly to fabric for a custom, handmade finish. This project began when I found a beautiful dress online at a great price—but it was just a little too short for me. Instead of returning it, I added crochet! The result is a stylish and practical way to upcycle clothing while adding your own creative touch. In this free pattern you’ll learn: • How to crochet the Sawgrass Scallop Edging • Tips for adding crochet to fabric • How gauge and finished size affect fabric applications • Ways to customize the edging with different yarn weights • Ideas for dresses, skirts, tops, linens, bags, and more The free pattern includes written instructions, charts, and this video tutorial. Featured Project: Sawgrass Scallop Edging on a dress hemline I used DK weight yarn because I had the perfect color on hand, but this edging can be worked in a variety of yarn weights—from delicate lace weight to cozy worsted or even bulky yarn—depending on the look you want to create. If you enjoy crochet, upcycling, garment embellishment, and creative ways to combine crochet with fabric, be sure to subscribe and turn on notifications for more tutorials, free patterns, and inspiration. #crochet #crochettutorial #crochetedging #crochetonfabric #upcycling #crochetfashion #freecrochetpattern #crochetborder #crochetscallop #kristinomdahl "

Crochet HookD/3 or 3.25 mm hook

Yarn Weight(3) Light/DK (21-24 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet GaugeGauge is provided as a reference for creating a fabric with a similar drape and appearance to the sample shown. However, exact gauge and finished measurements are less critical for this project than they would be for a fitted garment.

Because the edging is designed to be customized to fit an existing garment, your finished dimensions may vary depending on your yarn choice, hook size, tension, blocking method, and the measurements of the item you are embellishing.

Rather than focusing on matching my exact finished size, I recommend using your blocked measurements to determine the final dimensions needed for your project.

Finished SizeFinished size will vary due to embellishing an up cycled garment.

Materials List

• 100 yds #3 dk weight yarn
• D/3 (3.25mm) crochet hook
• yarn needle
• scissors