Party By the Pool Coverup

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Sparkle and shine while you're laying poolside with this free crochet pattern. Using Caron's Party yarn, work up this Party by the Pool Coverup. Lounge by the pool or stroll on down to the beach. This coverup can be made in all sizes with the diamond lace pattern.

Intermediate

Crochet HookH/8 or 5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

MATERIALS

MEASUREMENTS
Finished Bust
XS     32" [81.5 cm]
S     37" [94 cm]
M     40" [101.5 cm]
L     43" [109 cm]
XL     48" [122 cm]
2XL     51" [129.5 cm]
3XL     57" [145 cm]
4XL     60" [152.5 cm]
5XL     63" [160 cm]

Finished Length
XS     28" [71 cm]
S     28" [71 cm]
M     28" [71 cm]
L     29" [73.5 cm]
XL     29" [73.5 cm]
2XL     29" [73.5 cm]
3XL     29" [73.5 cm]
4XL     30" [76 cm]
5XL     30" [76 cm]


GAUGE
In Diamond Lace pattern, 17 sts and 7 rows = 4"/10cm. Notes: Gauge is after blocking. Before blocking, the pieces will be narrower than shown on schematic.

 

INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIAL STITCHES

Fhdc: Foundation half double crochet (This technique creates a foundation chain and a row of half double crochet stitches in one) –

Step 1:Place a slip knot on hook, ch 3, yarn over, insert hook in 3rd ch from hook and draw up a loop; yarn over and draw through one loop on hook (the "chain"); yarn over and draw through 3 loops on hook (the "half double crochet").

Step 2:Yarn over, insert hook into the "chain" of the previous stitch and draw up a loop, yarn over and draw through one loop on hook (the "chain"), yarn over and draw through 3 loops on hook (the "half double crochet"). Repeat step 2 for the length of foundation.

First-dc: First double crochet in a row (instead of a traditional ch 3)—Ch 1, sc in first st, ch 2. Note: If preferred, you may work a traditional ch-3 turning ch to serve as the first dc in a row.

First-tr: First treble crochet in a row (instead of a traditional ch 4)—Ch 1, sc in first st, ch 3. Note: If preferred, you may work a traditional ch-4 turning ch to serve as the first tr in a row.

 

PATTERN STITCHES

Lace Diamond Pattern

Row 1: Ch 1, sc in first dc, ch 3, sk next ch-sp, sk next sc, sc in next sc, *ch 3, sc in next ch-sp, ch 3, sk next sc, sc in next sc; repeat from * across to last ch-sp, ch 3, sk last ch-sp, sc in last dc, turn.

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first sc, sc in first ch-sp, *ch 5, sc in next ch-sp, sc in next sc, sc in next ch-sp; repeat from * across to last ch-sp, sc in last ch-sp, sc in last st, turn.

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first sc, *ch 3, sc in next ch-sp, ch 3, sk next sc, sc in next sc; repeat from * across, turn.

Row 4: First-tr, ch 2, sc in first ch-sp, sc in next sc, sc in next ch-sp, *ch 5, sc in next ch-sp, sc in next sc, sc in next ch-sp; repeat from * across to last sc, ch 2, tr in last sc, turn.

Repeat Rows 1–4 for Lace Diamond pattern.

 

NOTE

Diamond Lace stretches and opens up when blocked and worn. Take care to stretch fabric gently when measuring, to simulate the blocked lace. This is particularly important when measuring sleeves. Sleeves tend to stretch more when worn than other pieces.

 

BACK

Note: If you prefer to begin piece with a traditional foundation chain, instead of Fhdc, work as follows: Ch 68 (80, 86, 92, 104, 110, 122, 128, 132). Foundation Row: Hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each remaining ch across, turn—67 (79, 85, 91, 103, 109, 121, 127, 133) sts. Then proceed to Row 1 of instructions.

Fhdc 67 (79, 85, 91, 103, 109, 121, 127, 133).

Row 1 (set up for Lace Diamond pattern): First-dc, ch 2, sk next st, *sc in next 3 sts, ch 5, sk next 3 sts; repeat from * across to last 5 sts, sc in next 3 sts, ch 2, sk next st, dc in last st, turn—11 (13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22) pattern repeats. Note: A pattern repeat consists of a single 'diamond' of the Lace Diamond pattern. The diamonds will become more evident after the first 4 rows of the Lace Diamond pattern are worked.

Beginning with Row 1, work Lace Diamond pattern until back measures about 28 (28, 28, 29, 29, 29, 29, 30, 30)"/71 (71, 71, 73.5, 73.5, 73.5, 73.5, 76, 76)cm when slightly stretched (to open up lace), end with a Row 3 of the Lace Diamond pattern. Fasten off.

 

FRONT (make 2)

Note: If you prefer to begin piece with a traditional foundation chain, instead of Fhdc, work as follows: Ch 44 (50, 50, 56, 62, 62, 68, 74, 74). Foundation Row: Hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each remaining ch across, turn—43 (49, 49, 55, 61, 61, 67, 73, 73).Then proceed to Row 1 of instructions.

Fhdc 43 (49, 49, 55, 61, 61, 67, 73, 73).

Row 1: First-dc, ch 2, sk next st, *sc in next 3 sts, ch 5, sk next 3 sts; repeat from * across to last 5 sts, sc in next 3 sts, ch 2, sk next st, dc in last st, turn—7 (8, 8, 9, 10, 10, 11, 12, 12) pattern repeats.

Beginning with Row 1, work Lace Diamond pattern until front measures same as back when slightly stretched, end with a Row 3 of the Lace Diamond pattern. Fasten off.

 

SLEEVE (make 2)

Note: If you prefer to begin piece with a traditional foundation chain, instead of Fhdc, work as follows: Ch 62 (62, 68, 68, 74, 74, 80, 80, 86). Foundation Row: Hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each remaining ch across, turn—61 (61, 67, 67, 73, 73, 79, 79, 85) sts. Then proceed to Row 1 of instructions.

Fhdc 61 (61, 67, 67, 73, 73, 79, 79, 85).

Row 1: First-dc, ch 2, sk next st, *sc in next 3 sts, ch 5, sk next 3 sts; repeat from * across to last 5 sts, sc in next 3 sts, ch 2, sk next st, dc in last st, turn—10 (10, 11, 11, 12, 12, 13, 13, 14) pattern repeats.

Beginning with Row 1, work Lace Diamond pattern until sleeve measures about 23 (23, 23, 23, 23, 23, 22, 22, 21)"/58.5 (58.5, 58.5, 58.5, 58.5, 58.5, 56, 56, 53.5)cm when slightly stretched, end with a Row 3 of the Lace Diamond pattern. Fasten off. Note: Length of sleeve provides for a 3-4"/7.5-10cm cuff (to be folded back). If no cuff is desired, work each sleeve until it measures about 3-4"/7.5-10cm less than the measurements given.

 

FINISHING

Using yarn needle, weave in all ends. Block pieces to schematic measurements. Beginning at side edge, sew shoulder seams, sewing for about 5 (6, 6 1/2, 7, 8, 8 1/2, 10, 10 1/2, 11)"/12.5 (15, 16.5, 18, 20.5, 21.5, 25.5, 26.5, 28)cm, leaving about 6 (6 1/2, 7, 7 1/2, 8, 8 1/2, 8 1/2, 9, 9 1/2)"/15 (16.5, 18, 19, 20.5, 21.5, 21.5, 23, 24)cm unsewn across back neck. Place top of each sleeve across one side edge, centered over shoulder seam, and sew in place. Sew side and sleeve seams.

Hood

With WS facing, join yarn with sc at beginning of front neck edge, work 67 (73, 73, 79, 85, 85, 85, 91, 91) sc evenly spaced around neck edge.

Row 1: First-dc, ch 2, sk next st, *sc in next 3 sts, ch 5, sk next 3 sts; repeat from * across to last 5 sts, sc in next 3 sts, ch 2, sk next st, dc in last st, turn—11 (12, 12, 13, 14, 14, 14, 15, 15) pattern repeats.

Beginning with Row 1, work Lace Diamond pattern until hood measures about 12"/30.5cm when slightly stretched, end with a Row 3 of the Lace Diamond pattern. Fasten off.

Block hood. Fold last row in half and seam for top of hood.

Front Edging: With RS facing, join yarn with sc in lower front corner, sc evenly spaced up front edge, around front hood edge, and down opposite front edge. Fasten off.

Sleeve Edging: With WS facing, join yarn with sc in sleeve seam, sc evenly spaced around sleeve edge; join with sl st in first sc. Fasten off. Repeat around 2nd sleeve. Note: Sleeve edging is worked with WS facing, so that the RS of the edging will show when the cuff is folded back. If length for the cuff was omitted, work the sleeve edging with the RS facing.

 

 

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I know this yarn and it is certainly not the perfect choice for wearing outside in the summer heat in my opinion. I love the Simply Soft Party, though, just not for a project such as this. It's a pattern that I could follow easily, and there are a full range of sizes available, which is a (sorta) rare thing to find.

I think that this swim suit cover up could easily be used after we put those bathing suits away for the year. With that hoodie it could easily be pulled on over a long sleeve shirt with the weather is just cooling off. The black color could really stretch far into the winter.

This party by the pool coverup is really very pretty from what can be seen in the little picture provided. However, when I think of pool coverups, black would not be the first choice to make such an item. I like the added links to view how to construct the project. That will help a lot. Great that it is provided in multiple sizes too.

I recently made a tunic top for my Aunt using this same yarn. It is a bit heavy for this pool coverup. This project definitely needs a lighter weight yarn. It looks too bulky on the model and hot. It does come in a wide variety of sizes that should fit almost anyone and the instructions are fairly clear.

Now this one I have to make for sure! Some days I just want a light cardigan as a cover-up, or simply to add to an outfit. This will be perfect. It is great to find a pattern with such a variety of sizing. I may make a few in different colours and sizes for variety.

I like this a lot but I f irst of all overlooked it because, to me, it seems too heavy to wear over a bikini. Worn as a light top on a coolish summer evening I think it would be beautiful and it is for that purpose that I want to make it for myself. I may make it a little longer but, overall, the pattern is really lovely, and I am so looking forward to wearing it!

For whatever reason, when I hit "Easy" on one of the pages to bring up nothing but easy patterns, THIS one showed up. You cannot begin to imagine my irritation. You needed to know.

Hi OpusCoakus, Sorry about that - we add so many patterns a week, and sometimes we make mistakes when tagging everything on the back end for search purposes. This has been fixed now, thank you for bringing it to my attention. Julia, editor for AllFreeCrochet

What a beautiful pattern for this Party By the Pool Coverup! After reading the pattern right on this page I can't wait to make it. The pattern reads well and is nicely written. So easy to make the diamond lace. Looks beautiful!! Thank you for this free pattern that I coped and put into word to print.

Cheryl, I am so glad you let us know the pattern reads well, that is one of the worst things. You find an amazing item you want to make and then the pattern is quite disappointing and leaves you scratching your head! I'm also in love with this pattern but I think I would try to alter it so it has short sleeves with a hood or long sleeves with no hood. Love the lace look though!

VERY SIMPLE.................RIGHT CLICK.............PUSH PRINT !!!!!!

The pattern is there on screen! Just copy and paste it to a word doc and then print it out.

Still can't seem to find this pattern, I was looking for a pattern like this & now I'm sad because I can't find it.....:-(

Same here. Can't open the link, keeps going to the same page and no pattern

Same here I think there is a problem with the link!!

I think there is a problem with this link, having same problem

When I click on the link to get the pattern, something else comes up. What am I doing wrong?

Hi guys - can't seem to get a link for the above pattern "party by the pool coverup" it just jumps back to original page. Thanks :-)

Can't seem to find the pattern for the "party by the pool coverup", could you please help?

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