Dream Crochet Summer Giveaway!!

Hello there! I am currently doing my second Dream Crochet Giveaway and I decided to create a Summer Collection of crochet patterns! Also, all of the actual items entirely Ready to Ship, will be placed on my Etsy as well!
The Summer Crochet line is entirely influenced by bright and colorful projects that you can make for yourself or for someone special. These projects are one of a kind, uniquely created to celebrate individuality throughout the Summer time. I wanted to create cute and flexible pieces that get me quite excited for the Summer time, but also hold the potential to be worn and created for any Season as well.
 
                                                                           Back to the Contest! 
                                                      Visit Dream Crochet Instagram to enter!
So one winner will receive of their personal choice 5 free patterns from the 10 new designs I have crocheted!  Also, after the Contest is complete, I will be placing All of the patterns along with a Special Collection Bundle Pattern Package for All of the patterns in an Online Ebook on my Etsy>> 

Dream Crochet Shoppe!

From Left To Right

 The Blue Skies Crochet Dress

 The Fuzzy Feelings Crochet Top

 The Secret Garden Crochet Dress

 The Sweet Amour Crochet Skirt

The Ivy Lane Crochet Dress 

From Left To Right

The Boardwalk Crochet Dress

 The Dreams of Lace Crochet Skirt

The Sun Bell Crochet Dress

The  Calm Treasures Crochet Top

The Summer Love Crochet Romper

 Thank you and Good Luck!

x ashlee elle.

DIY: How To Crochet An Off The Shoulder Top// Free Pattern!

Hello there! Hope your having a good start to the week. This crochet design popped in my head and I was quite inspired to share this project with whomever would love a free pattern!

Ingredients:    
Crochet Hook>> H/8-5.00MM
Craft Scissors
Scrap Yarn used>>Less than half a Skein of Pink (Impeccable, Loops & Thread Yarn) Medium 4

Measurements of Top:
Length of top from neckline: 9.5 inches
Width of Top: 32 inches total (front and back)
Armhole/sleeves length: 8 inches
Length of neckline (strap to strap): 20.5 inches

Stitch guide:
HDC= half double crochet  
SS= slip stitch
ST(S)= stitch(es)
CH= chain R[number]= Row 

Step 1
This first step is to create the top, you will be working from the bottom of the top, to the bust then to form the straps. You will repeat this step twice to create the Full top!

CH 48 (or half desired waist measurement) 16 inches

R1: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R2-R3: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST, CH 1....(Repeat method until the end of the Row.
R4: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R5-R6: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST, CH 1....(Repeat method until the end of the Row.
R7: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R8-R9: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST, CH 1....(Repeat method until the end of the Row.
R10: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R11-R12: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST, CH 1....(Repeat method until the end of the Row.
R13: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R14-R15: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST, CH 1....(Repeat method until the end of the Row.
R16: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.

Step 2
This next step, it is to form the straps. You will repeat this step twice to create the Full top!
R17:  HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R18-R20: (Note: For each of these Rows, you will decrease by 1 ST.) DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST, CH 1....(*Repeat method until the end of the Row, for the last Row (20) SS to complete the Row.)

*Remember to repeat both of these Steps (Step 1 & 2) to create the top!

Step 3
Connecting the straps & the sides of the top for the armholes.

 You will sew both of the tops by the Straps.  (*Use photo above and below for reference!)

 Next, you will sew the sides of the top, for 14 STS only to form the armhole/sleeves of the top. (*Use photo below for reference.)

 Step 4
For a finishing technique for the top. Insert hook into the open neckline of the top to begin the finishing look.
R1: HDC in all of the STS for the entire Row, turn work when complete.
R2: (*Note: This Row uses a scalloped technique.) HDC into the first ST, two times, *CH 1 and SS into the next ST, into the following ST, HDC two times into the next ST...(*Repeat method until the end of the Row, for the last Row (2) SS to complete the Row.) At end of the Row, SS, cut of the yarn to sew/weave in remaining strand. 

x ashlee elle.

HandMade: The Cherry Love Crochet Skirt.

Hello there! Happy Thursday to ya! I thought I'd get a head start on some V-day projects and this is one item that I've had sitting in my design queue for quite awhile! Thankfully, after the holiday season I was finally able to create it and bring it to life. 

One of my favorite things to make are skirts so this one is right up there, with an elastic waistband to comfortable fit my waist and the ability to wear it through any season is just what I was aiming for. I love the idea of having the bow be optional (which it entirely is) if I choose to. I love pairing it with a tucked in blouse and being able to wear it high waisted, it entirely fuels my love for the vintage flair!

You can purchase a custom made skirt in any size! At my Dream Crochet Shoppe on Etsy and the pattern for this lovely skirt will be available this weekend as well if you are looking to create your own custom skirt!

x ashlee elle.