Crochet Adorable Kimono

Crocheting an adorable kimono can be such a delightful and fulfilling project! With its intricate patterns and cozy design, this garment is perfect for adding a touch of charm to any outfit. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, the process of creating a kimono is not only enjoyable but also a great way to express your creativity. From selecting the softest yarn to carefully stitching each loop, every step is filled with warmth and joy. So grab your crochet hook, pick your favorite colors, and get ready to craft a lovely kimono that will surely bring a smile to your face and warmth to your wardrobe. Happy crocheting!

Skills used:

• Single crochet
• Double crochet

Finished measurements:

Bust: 33 (38 3/4, 44, 49 3/4)", excluding trim

Length: 31 (32, 32, 33)"

Yarn weight: 3

Yarn used: Cosma by Berroco

MATERIALS

• 9(10, 11, 12) skeins Cosma by Berroco, 60% baby alpaca, 30% wool, 10% silk (164 yds/50g) in color 2460 Lotus
• U.S. size F-5 (3.75mm) crochet hook, or size required for gauge
• U.S. size H-8 (5mm) crochet hook
• Yarn needle

Save: Galileo by Knit Picks

Spend: Silky Wool by Elsebeth Lavold

Splurge: Alpaca Silk by Blue Sky Alpacas

DETAILS

Gauge

29 1/2 sts and 12 rows = 4" (10cm) in patt, blocked

Notes

The stitch count varies from row to row in this pattern. For consistency, take all gauge measurements on a row 3.

Stitch patterns

Spider lace

Row 1 (RS): Sc 1 in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn.

Row 2: Ch 1, sc 1 in first 3 sc, ch 5, skip 3 sc, *sc 1 in next 5 sc, ch 5, skip 3 sc; rep from * to last 3 sc, sc 1 in last 3 sc, turn.

Row 3: Ch 1, sc 1 in first 2 sc, ch 3, sc 1 in ch-5 sp, ch 3, skip 1 sc, *sc 1 in next 3 sc, ch 3, sc 1 in ch-5 sp, ch 3, skip 1 sc; rep from * to last 2 sc, sc 1 in each of last 2 sc, turn.

Row 4: Ch 1, sc 1 in first sc, *ch 3, sc 1 in ch-3 sp, sc 1 in next sc, sc 1 in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, skip 1 sc, sc 1 in next sc; rep from * to end, turn.

Row 5: Ch 5 (counts as dc and ch-2 sp), sc 1 in first ch-3 sp, sc 1 in each of next 3 sc, sc 1 in next ch-3 sp, *ch 5, sc 1 in next ch-3 sp, sc 1 in each of next 3 sc, sc 1 in next ch-3 sp; rep from * to last sc, ch 2, dc 1 in last sc, turn.

Row 6: Ch 1, sc 1 in first dc, ch 3, skip 1 sc, sc 1 in each of next 3 sc, *ch 3, sc 1 in ch-5 sp, ch 3, skip 1 sc, sc 1 in each of next 3 sc; rep from * to beg ch-5, ch 3, sc 1 in 3rd ch of beg ch-5, turn.

Row 7: Ch 1, sc 1 in first sc, sc 1 in ch-3 sp, ch 3, skip 1 sc, sc 1 in next sc, ch 3, *sc 1 in ch-3 sp, sc 1 in next sc, sc 1 in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, skip 1 sc, sc 1 in next sc, ch 3; rep from * to last ch-3 sp, sc 1 in ch-3 sp, sc 1 in last sc, turn.

Row 8: Ch 1, sc 1 in each of first 2 sc, sc 1 in ch-3 sp, ch 5, *sc 1 in next ch-3 sp, sc 1 in each of next 3 sc, sc 1 in ch-3 sp, ch 5; rep from * to last ch-3 sp, sc 1 in ch-3 sp, sc 1 in each of last 2 sc, turn.

Rep rows 3-8 for patt.

Neck shaping

Note: To remove one repeat of stitch pattern, beg shaping on a row 7 and end on a row 5. (Remember, row 3 follows row 8 in established patt.)

Row 7: Ch 1, sc 1 in first sc, sc 1 in ch-3 sp, ch 3, skip 1 sc, sc 1 in next sc, ch 3, *sc 1 in ch-3 sp, sc 1 in next sc, sc 1 in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, skip 1 sc, sc 1 in next sc, ch 3; rep from * across, ending with sc 1 in center sc of last 3-sc group, turn.

Row 8: Ch 2, *sc 1 in next ch-3 sp, sc 1 in next 3 sc, sc 1 in ch-3 sp, ch 5; rep from * to last ch-3 sp, sc 1 in ch-3 sp, sc 1 in last 2 sc, turn.

Row 3: Ch 1, sc 1 in first 2 sc, ch 3, sc 1 in ch-5 sp, ch 3, skip 1 sc, *sc 1 in next 3 sc, ch 3, sc 1 in ch-5 sp, ch 3, skip 1 sc; rep from * to last 5-sc group, skip 1 sc, sc 1 in next 3 sc, skip last sc, turn.

Row 4: Ch 1, sc 1 in first 2 sc, *ch 3, sc 1 in ch-3 sp, sc 1 in next sc, sc 1 in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, skip 1 sc, sc 1 in next sc; rep from * across, ending with sc 1 in last sc, turn.

Row 5: Ch 5 (count as dc, ch 2), sc 1 in first ch-3 sp, sc 1 in each of next 3 sc, sc 1 in next ch-3 sp, *ch 5, sc 1 in next ch-3 sp, sc 1 in each of next 3 sc, sc 1 in next ch-3 sp; rep from * to last 2 sc, ch 2, dc 1 in next to last sc, skip last sc, turn.

Row 6: Work same as regular row 6.

One stitch repeat has now been removed. Rep these rows as needed to remove more repeats or work evenly from row 6 onward as directed.

SWEATER

With smaller hook, ch 98 (114, 130, 146).

Work rows 1 -8 of patt, then rep rows 3-8 ten times. Fasten off.

Shape armholes

Skipping first 1 (2, 2, 3) patt reps, join yarn to 4th sc of first (second, second, third) 5-sc group. Ch 1 and work as for row 3, ending in second sc of last (second, second, third) 5-sc group from end. Work even in patt for 23 (26, 26, 29) more rows, ending with a row 8 (5, 5, 8). Fasten off.

Front (make 2)

Note: Neck and armhole shaping occur at the same time. Read instructions carefully.

With smaller hook, ch 50 (58, 66, 74).

Work rows 1-8 of patt, then rep rows 3-8 nine times, then rep rows 3-6 once more.

Beg neck shaping as described in stitch patterns, removing a total of 2 reps over next 10 rows. At the same time, fasten off after row 68 and shape armhole same as back, then fasten off once more.

Sleeves

With smaller hook, ch 98 (106, 106, 122).

Work rows 1-8 of patt, then rep rows 3-8 six times. Fasten off.

FINISHING

Block pieces to measurements. With larger hook, form belt loop by joining yarn to back at side edge, approx 8" below armhole, ch 20, then join to same place with sl st. Rep belt loop on other side. Set in sleeves, sew side and sleeve seams.

Belt

With smaller hook, ch 320 (325, 330, 330). Sc 1 in 2nd ch from hook and each sc across. Work 9 more rows in sc. Fasten off.

Front trim

With larger hook and RS facing, join yarn at bottom edge of right front, ch 1 and work a row of sc evenly along front edge. At neck shaping areas, work 1 or 2 sc in point of each «step» then ch 2 or ch 3 to reach the next point, then cont working in sc.

Next row: Ch 1, sc evenly across. Work 9 more rows in sc. Fasten off.