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Princess Buttercup | Free Crochet Sundress Pattern
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Free Crochet Sundress Pattern: Princess Buttercup Lace Sundress
A breezy crochet sundress made from delicate floral strips and flattering wedge panels that create an elegant A-line silhouette. The adjustable corset-style back allows for a customizable fit, making this dress perfect as a summer outfit or a stylish beach cover-up.
This lightweight crochet dress works beautifully in cotton or bamboo yarns and can easily transition from daytime beachwear to evening resort style.
Skill Level
Intermediate
Abbreviations
ch-chain; dc-double crochet; dc2tog-double crochet 2 stitches together; rep-repeat; rnd-round; RS-Right Side; sc-single crochet; sl st-slip stitch; sp-space; st(s)-stitch(es)
Special Stitches
2-dc cluster: Yarn over, insert hook into st indicated and draw up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops, yarn over and insert hook into same st and draw up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook.
3-dc cluster: Yarn over, insert hook into st indicated and draw up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops, (yarn over and insert hook into same st and draw up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops) 2 times, yarn over and draw through all 4 loops on hook.
If you’re unfamiliar with any of the stitches used in this crochet sundress pattern, watch the quick tutorials below before getting started.
Materials
#3 DK weight yarn
✨ My Favorite DK-Weight Yarns
Below are some of my go-to DK (double knitting) weight yarns I’ve used in my patterns and tutorials. Each one has unique qualities — fiber content, color palette, drape, and stitch definition — but all are easy to work with and produce beautiful results.
| YARN NAME | FIBER | HOOK / NEEDLE | IDEAL PROJECTS | SHOP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lion Brand Coboo | 51% Cotton, 49% Rayon from Bamboo | G / 4mm | Garments, Shawls, Summer Tops | Shop via Amazon → |
| Lion Brand Mandala DK | 100% Acrylic | G / 4mm | Colorwork, Gradient Shawls, Baby Blankets | Shop via Amazon → |
| Knit Picks CotLin DK | 70% Tanguis Cotton, 30% Linen | G / 4mm | Dishcloths, Bags, Summer Garments | Shop via Knit Picks → |
| Hobbii Rainbow Cotton 8/6 | 100% Cotton | G / 4mm | Home Décor, Market Bags, Doilies | Shop via Hobbii → |
| Premiere Cotton DK | 100% Cotton | G / 4mm | Pillows, Blankets, Amigurumi | Shop via Amazon → |
| Scheepjes Cotton 8 | 100% Cotton | G / 4mm | Motifs, Table Runners, Lace Shawls | Shop via Amazon → |
| Stylecraft Special DK | 100% Acrylic | G / 4mm | Afghans, Wearables, Easy Gifts | Shop via Amazon → |
| Knit Picks Swish DK | 100% Superwash Merino Wool | G / 4mm | Shawls, Cables, Garments | Shop via Knit Picks → |
| Hobbii Twister Solid | 55% Cotton, 45% Acrylic | G / 4mm | Shawls, Gradient Projects, Garments | Shop via Hobbii → |
| Lion Brand Baby Soft DK | 60% Acrylic, 40% Nylon | G / 4mm | Baby Blankets, Sweaters, Hats | Shop via Amazon → |
| Berroco Modern Cotton DK | 60% Pima Cotton, 40% Modal Rayon | G / 4mm | Tops, Cardigans, Shawls | Shop via Amazon → |
| Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/6 | 100% Cotton | G / 4mm | Table Linens, Home Décor, Lightweight Accessories | Shop via Hobbii → |
| Lion Brand Truboo DK | 100% Rayon from Bamboo | G / 4mm | Drape-Heavy Shawls, Summer Tops | Shop via Amazon → |
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Yardage (approximate):
Small – 1000 yards
Medium – 1200 yards
Large – 1400 yards
Crochet Hook
Size G/4.0 mm, or size needed to acquire gauge.
Notions
• yarn needle
• stitch markers
• scissors
Sizes
Small (32–34″ bust)
Medium (36–38″ bust)
Large (40–42″ bust)
The corset-style back allows for adjustable fit across a range of body shapes.
Gauge
1 Flower Strip = 4″ (10 cm) wide, after blocking
6 rows stitch pattern (one repeat) = 2 3/4″ [7 cm] long, after blocking
16 dc = 4″ (10 cm)
Take time to check gauge.
Pattern Notes: Dress is made in strips that are joined as you go. The Floral Motif Strips are made first and individually. The Wedge Strips are joined as you go on each side to the existing Floral Motif Strips.
The corset back allows for flexible sizing. However, gauge will affect the drape and finished length.
Pattern Notes
• Dress is constructed from multiple crocheted strips and wedge panels.
• Pieces are crocheted separately and assembled to form the finished garment.
• The wedge panels create the flared skirt shape.
• The back features adjustable corset lacing for flexible sizing.
• Length can easily be customized by adding or removing wedge repeats.
Construction Overview
The dress consists of the following pieces:
• 2 floral motif strips (front and back upper sections)
• 1 center front strip
• 1 center back strip
• 2 underarm strips
• 8 wedge panels for skirt shaping
• hem edging
• corset tie
Floral Motif Strip (Make 2)
These strips form the decorative upper section of the dress.
Note: These strips are worked from lower front hem up across shoulder and down to lower back hem. The ch-5 at the beginning of each row is a loop for joining strips later on, and does not count as a stitch.
Row 1: Ch 18, dc in 6th ch from hook and in each ch across, turn—13 dc.
Row 2: Ch 5 (does not count as a st here and throughout), dc in each of next 5 sts, ch 3, skip 1 st, 3-dc cluster in next st, ch 3, skip next st, dc in each of next 5 sts, turn.
Row 3: Ch 5, dc in each of next 2 sts, ch 3, 2-dc cluster in side of last st worked, skip 3 sts, sc in next ch-3 sp, sc in next st, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, 2-dc cluster in side of last st worked, skip 3 dcs, dc in each of next 2 dc, turn.
Row 4: Ch 5, dc in first 2 dc, ch 7, skip next ch-3 sp, sc in next 3 scs, ch 7, skip next ch-3 sp, dc in each of next 2 dc, turn.
Row 5: Ch 5, dc in first 2 dc, 3 dc in next ch-7 sp, ch 3, skip next sc, 3-dc cluster in next sc, ch 3, skip next sc, 3 dc in next ch-7 sp, dc in each of next 2 dc, turn.
Row 6: Ch 5, dc in first 5 dc, dc in next ch-3 sp, dc in next st, dc in next ch-3 sp, dc in next 5 dc, turn—13 dc.
Row 7: Ch 5, dc in each dc across, turn.
Rows 8-96: Rep Rows 2-7 fourteen more times, then Rows 2-6 once more. Fasten off.
Fasten off and block lightly.
Instructions:
Center Front Strip (make 1)
Rep Rows 1-7 of first Floral Motif.
Rows 8-30: Rep Rows 2-7 three more times, then Rows 2-6 once more. Fasten off.
Center Back Strip (make 1)
Rep Rows 1-7 of first Floral Motif.
Rows 8-42: Rep Rows 2-7 five more times, then Rows 2-6 once more. Fasten off.
Underarm Side Floral Motif Strip (make 2)
Rep Rows 1-7 of first Floral Motif.
Rows 8-36: Rep Rows 2-7 four more times, then Rows 2-6 once more. Fasten off.
Wedge Strip (make 8)
Note: This strip is crocheted in rows, working from hem toward shoulder and simultaneously joining as you go to one Floral Motif Strip up the left side and another Floral Motif Strip up the right side. When all 8 wedge strips are complete, the dress will be joined in a tube. Refer to diagram for assembly.
Size Small Only
Row 1: Ch 12, sl st in first ch-5 sp on left adjacent strip, ch 2, turn, skip 4 ch, 1 dc in each of 10 remaining chs—10 dc.
Row 2: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on right adjacent strip, ch 2, turn, 1 dc in each st across—10 dc.
Row 3: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left adjacent strip, ch 2, turn, 1 dc in each st across—10 dc.
Rows 4-6: Rep Rows 2-3 once, then Row 2 once more.
Row 7: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 6 sts, dc2tog—8 dc.
Row 8: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on right strip, ch 2, turn, 1 dc in each st across.
Row 9: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, 1 dc in each st across.
Rows 10-12: Rep Rows 8-9 once, then Row 8 once more.
Row 13: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 4 sts, dc2tog—6 dc.
Rows 14-18: Rep Rows 8-9 two times, then Row 8 once more.
Row 19: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 2 sts, dc2tog—4 dc.
Rows 20-24: Rep Rows 8-9 two times, then Row 8 once more.
Row 25: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, (dc2tog) two times—2 dc.
Row 26-30: Rep Rows 8-9 two times, then Row 8 once more.
Row 31: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog—1 dc.
Repeat Rows 8 and 9 as necessary to reach top of shorter strip, ending with Row 8. Omitting the sl st join on the side of the shorter strip, continue joining to the Front-and-Back Floral Motif Strip as established to top of shoulder (halfway point of longest strip). Fasten off.
Size Medium Only
Row 1: Ch 14, sl st in first ch-5 sp on left adjacent strip, ch 2, turn, skip 4 ch, 1 dc in each of 12 remaining chs—12 dc.
Row 2: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on right adjacent strip, turn, 1 dc in each st across—12 dc.
Row 3: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left adjacent strip, ch 2, turn, 1 dc in each st across—12 dc.
Rows 4-6: Rep Rows 2-3 once, then Row 2 once more.
Row 7: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 8 sts, dc2tog—10 dc.
Row 8: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on right strip, ch 2, turn, 1 dc in each st across.
Row 9: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, 1 dc in each st across—10 dc.
Rows 10-12: Rep Rows 8-9 once, then Row 8 once more.
Row 13: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 6 sts, dc2tog—8 dc.
Rows 14-18: Rep Rows 8-9 two times, then Row 8 once more.
Row 19: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 4 sts, dc2tog—6 dc.
Row 20-24: Rep Rows 8-9 two times, then Row 8 once more.
Row 25: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, dc2tog—4 dc.
Rows 26-30: Rep Rows 8-9 two times, then Row 8 once more.
Row 31: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, (dc2tog) two times—2 dc.
Repeat Rows 8 and 9 as necessary to reach top of shorter strip, ending with Row 8. Omitting the sl st join
on the side of the shorter strip, continue joining to the Front-and-Back Floral Motif Strip as established to top of shoulder (halfway point of longest strip). Fasten off.
Size Large Only
Row 1: Ch 16, sl st in first ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, skip 4 ch, 1 dc in each of 14 remaining chs—14 dc.
Row 2: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on right adjacent strip, ch 2, turn, 1 dc in each st across—14 dc.
Row 3: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left adjacent strip, ch 2, turn, 1 dc in each st across—14 dc.
Rows 4-6: Rep Rows 2-3 once, then Row 2 once more.
Row 7: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 6 sts, dc2tog—12 dc.
Row 8: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on right strip, ch 2, turn, 1 dc in each st across.
Row 9: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, 1 dc in each st across.
Rows 10-12: Rep Rows 8-9 once, then Row 8 once more.
Row 13: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 8 sts, dc2tog—10 dc.
Rows 14-18: Rep Rows 8-9 two times, then Row 8 once more.
Row 19: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 6 sts, dc2tog—8 dc.
Row 20-24: Rep Rows 8-9 two times, then Row 8 once more.
Row 25: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 4 sts, dc2tog—6 dc.
Row 26-30: Rep Rows 8-9 two times, then Row 8 once more.
Row 31: Ch 2, sl st in next ch-5 sp on left strip, ch 2, turn, dc2tog, 1 dc each of next 2 sts, dc2tog—4 dc.
Repeat Rows 8 and 9 as necessary to reach top of shorter strip, ending with Row 8. Omitting the sl st join on the side
of the shorter strip, continue joining to the Front-and-Back Floral Motif Strip as established to top of shoulder (halfway point of longest strip). Fasten off.
Hem
Rnd 1: With RS facing, and working into foundation chains along the lower edge of strips, join yarn with sc in ch at base of first dc of any wedge strip,*ch 5, dc at midpoint of same wedge strip, ch 5, dc in last st on same strip, ch 5, dc in first st on next flower motif strip, (ch 5, skip 3 sts, dc in next st) 3 times**, ch 5, dc in first dc of next wedge strip; rep from * around, ending last rep at **, ch 2, dc to first st at beg of rnd to join—56 ch-5 spaces.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in same sp, *ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp; rep from * around, ending ch 2, dc to first st at beg of rnd to join.
Rnds 3-7: Rep Rnd 2. Do not fasten off.
Edging
Row 1: Ch 28, dc in 4th ch from hook, *ch 11, skip next 11 ch, 2 dc in next ch; rep from * once more, turn.
Row 2: Sl st in sp between first 2 dcs, ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), sl st in next ch-5 sp on Rnd 7 of hem, dc in same sp between 2 dcs on current row, *ch 5, sc under next 2 ch-11 sps, ch 5, skip next dc, 2 dc in sp before next dc; rep from * once more, turn.
Row 3: Sl st in sp between first 2 dcs, ch 3, dc in same sp, *ch 11, skip next (ch 5, sc, ch 5, dc), 2 dc in sp before next dc; rep from * once more, turn.
Row 4: Sl st in sp between first 2 dcs, ch 3, sl st in next ch-5 sp on Rnd 7 of hem, dc in same sp between 2 dcs on current row, *ch 11, skip next ch-11 sp, skip next dc, 2 dc in sp before next dc; rep from * once more, turn.
Row 5: Ch 8, sl st in 6th ch from hook to form ring, ch 2, sk next dc, 2 dc in sp before next dc, ch 5, sc under next 2 ch-11 sps, ch 5, skip next dc, 2 dc in sp before next dc; rep from * once more, turn.
Row 6: Sl st in sp between 2 dcs, ch 3, sl st in next ch-5 sp on Rnd 7 of hem, dc in same sp between 2 dcs on current row, *ch 11, skip next ch-11 sp, skip next dc, 2 dc in sp before next dc; rep from * once more, [2-dc cluster, (ch 2, 2-dc cluster) 5 times] in ch-6 ring from Row 5, skip next row-end st, sl st in next row-end st, turn; (sl st, ch 3, 2-dc cluster, ch 3, sl st) in each of next 5 ch-2 sps.
Row 7: Rep Row 3.
Rep Rows 2-7 until you have worked and joined to all ch-5 sps around hem of dress. On last row, join with sl st between both sets of 2 dc on either side of the ch-11 sps.
Fasten off. Weave in loose ends. Block to finished measurements.
Corset Tie (make 1)
Beginning with a slip knot on hook, chain until tie measures 3 feet (9.2 m) long. Fasten off. Weave through ch-5 sps on both interior sides of front shoulder straps (in the same fashion as lacing a sneaker) and work your way down the center front strip. Cinch to fit after putting dress on, and tie in a bow to secure.
Assembly
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Join floral motif strips to center front strip.
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Join center back strip between back edges of motif strips.
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Attach underarm strips between front and back sections.
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Sew or crochet wedge panels evenly around the lower edge of the bodice.
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Join wedge panels together to form the skirt.
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Lightly block the garment before working the hem.
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Adjust tension to fit comfortably.
Finishing
Weave in all ends.
Hand wash, block to finished measurements and allow to dry.
Your crochet sundress is now ready to wear.
Styling Ideas
This dress works beautifully:
• layered over a swimsuit as a beach cover-up
• worn over a slip for a casual summer dress
• paired with sandals for resort style
About Kristin Omdahl
About Kristin OmdahlKristin Omdahl is a bestselling author, designer, and creative entrepreneur known for her “sensory storytelling” — weaving food, craft, and nature into unforgettable fiction and non-fiction. Her debut novel, The Sea Glass Journal, is a love letter to Florida’s Gulf Coast, exploring themes of healing, connection, and creative legacy.
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