Coral Bikini – Interweave Crochet
I’m proud to announce that my crochet pattern for my Coral Bikini design is now available in Interweave Crochet Magazine, Summer 2016 issue.
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I’m so thrilled to be included in this issue! And to top off my excitement, it was photographed in the city of Ventura that we frequent very often. We have relatives there and have vacationed there many times, so it is very fun to see the beautiful photographs taken at a familiar place!
The Beach House is known for their guacamole and homemade chips, along with their tacos, yum!
My first job as a young teenager was making custom crocheted bathing suits for a local bathing suit shop. I rode my bike after school to pick up the orders and thread. I rode home and would make them up right away. I got paid by the item and could whip them out pretty quickly.
Here’s some details on this bikini:
You will be turning heads on the beach, poolside or boardwalk wearing this custom crocheted bikini. A vintage shell design from the 1920’s frames the top of this swimsuit. Stripes of contrasting surface crochet give a pop of color to each piece of the bathing suit.
Finished Size: A (B, C, D, E) cups; bust and hip to 32 (34, 36, 38, 40)” circumference (adjustable). Sample shown measures B cup, top and bottom to 34″ with 1″ negative ease.
Yarn: Omega Sinfonia (100% mercerized cotton; 218 yd [212 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #882 salmon (MC), 2 (2, 2, 2, 3) balls; # 869 gold (CC), 1 ball.
Hook: Size F/5 (3.75mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: Stitch markers (m); yarn needle
Gauge: 10 sc and 10 rows = 2″; 14 sl st = 4″
Click HERE to see the designs
Here’s the gorgeous cover of the magazine, look for it in stores or purchase online.
Here’s what you’ll find in this issue:
The Interweave Crochet Summer 2016 issue embraces summer fun with barefoot sandals, bathing suits, a hat, a mermaid blanket and more for beachside romping. In addition, you can explore a range of crochet lace—including Bruges, seamless flowers, pineapples, lacy chevrons and more—as you crochet skirts, tops, shawls, and a dress. Embrace color in a collection of ombre designs that make the most of summer color. Settle in with some tea to read the latest in our ongoing crochet history series, as Dora Ohrenstein explores 19th century crochet in England. With 22 beautiful projects, your hook will be busy all summer long.
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