Paintbox Yarns Quirky Pixellate Dress Crochet Pattern

Paintbox Yarns Quirky Pixellate Dress

What is Being Made

The Quirky Pixellate Dress is an intermediate-level crochet garment designed as a women's dress available in eight sizes, ranging from bust 81 cm (32 in) to 117 cm (46 in). The finished dress measures approximately 101 to 137 cm (39¾ to 54 in) across the bust and 95 to 100 cm (37½ to 39¼ in) in finished length from back neck. This downloadable PDF pattern provides complete instructions for creating a colorful, pixelated striped dress suitable for intermediate crocheters.

Construction Technique

The Quirky Pixellate Dress is worked bottom-up using a flat construction method. The garment is constructed from three separate panels: one back panel and two front panels that are subsequently seamed together. This modular approach allows for easier construction and fitting adjustments. The dress features a structured design with a ribbed hem at the base and includes a button band along the front opening.

Stitch Techniques and Details

The pattern employs several key crochet techniques to create its distinctive appearance:

• Stripe Pattern: A repeating 14-row color pattern is worked throughout the dress body, creating the signature pixelated visual effect
• Block Stitch Pattern: The main fabric is worked in Block Stitch, measured at a tension of 15 stitches and 10 rows over 10 cm (4 in)
• Ribbed Hem: A ribbed edging is added at the bottom of the dress for structure and definition
• Buttonholes: Strategic buttonholes are incorporated into the front button band for functional closure
• Buttons: Ten buttons, each 25-30 mm in circumference, are used to fasten the dress front
• Armhole and Neckline Trim: Finished edging is added around both the armholes and neckline for a polished appearance

Yarn and Materials

The Quirky Pixellate Dress is designed to be made with Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran, a worsted-weight yarn. The pattern calls for seven different colors to create the pixelated striped effect:

• 1 × 100g ball in Slate Grey (Color A)
• 1 × 100g ball in Mustard Yellow (Color B)
• 1 × 100g ball in Misty Grey (Color C)
• 1 × 100g ball in Red Wine (Color D)
• 3 to 4 × 100g balls in Granite Grey (Color E), depending on size
• 1 × 100g ball in Pure Black (Color F)
• 1 × 100g ball in Champagne White (Color G)

A 5mm (UK 6 - US H8) crochet hook is required to achieve the correct tension. Additional notions include 10 place markers to assist with pattern tracking and shaping throughout construction. The pattern uses UK crochet terminology with US equivalents provided in parentheses for accessibility to international crocheters.

Pattern Notes

The instructions are written for the smallest size with modifications for larger sizes indicated in square brackets. Yarn quantities provided are approximate based on average requirements. Paintbox Yarns recommends using the specified Simply Aran yarn to ensure the finished garment meets the intended dimensions and appearance, as substituting alternative yarns may affect the final result.