Crochet Breezy Bohemian Mesh Tunic Free Pattern

Skill Level: Easy

Materials:

• Worsted weight cotton yarn (approximately 800-1000 yards, depending on size)
• 5.5mm (I) crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Single crochet (sc)
• Double crochet (dc)
• V-stitch: (dc, ch 1, dc) in the same stitch

Sizing: Adjusts easily, fits sizes small to large with the adjustable tie.

Gauge: 14 dc = 4 inches, 6 rows = 4 inches in double crochet.

Instructions:

Body of Tunic:

1. Chain 112 (or any multiple of 6 plus 2 for size adjustment).
2. Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook (this counts as your first dc), dc in each ch across. (109 dc)
3. Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), turn. Dc in the next dc, V-stitch in the next dc, *skip 2 dc, V-stitch in the next dc; repeat from * across. Dc in the last dc. (Total V-stitches will vary based on size)
4. Row 3-14: Repeat Row 2 until the piece measures approximately 24 inches from the beginning. Adjust for desired length.

Sleeves:

1. Turn the tunic to work on the sleeves. Attach yarn at the underarm.
2. Ch 1, 28 sc around the armhole, join with sl st to the first sc.
3. Work in rounds, repeat V-stitch pattern similar to the body for 8 rounds or desired sleeve length.

Finishing:

1. Fasten off and weave in all ends.
2. To create the adjustable tie, chain 80 (or desired length) and attach it to the waistline center of the tunic.
3. Give a light blocking to shape and size the tunic.

Enjoy your beautiful, new tunic perfect for summer adventures!