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Dream Weaver Mesh Shorts
- Jun 4
- 10 min read
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Embark on a dreamy journey with these comfortable mesh shorts. Inspired by the same stitch pattern as the Dream Weaver Tank Top, these shorts embody the simple yet stunning style of mesh using the four basic crochet stitches we all learned when we began our crochet adventure - single, half double, double, and treble crochet.
The construction of these shorts is meant to be the simplest possible, working top-down starting with a waistband and drawstring, increasing to shape around the hips, and a basic split to form the two legs - no seaming required!
But there’s more…
What could be dreamier than stylish clothing tailored to your exact body? Why, absolutely nothing, of course! As such, the Dream Weaver shorts are an experimental design where instead of providing graded sizes as with a traditional pattern, I provide you the calculations needed to create a perfect custom fit. Simply plug in your own measurements along the way, and the stitch and row counts will magically match your size.
So what are you waiting for? Take your first step into this enchanting dreamscape and be rewarded with your next favorite piece of loungewear.
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Materials & Pattern Information
Yarn | Lion Brand Perle 5/2 Cotton Cone 100% Mercerized Cotton Category 1 | Fingering Weight | 22 WPI 2310yd (2112m) per cone Available from Lion Brand or Amazon |
Hook | US F/5 (3.75mm) or any hook needed to achieve gauge US D/3 (3.25mm) for waistband Recommended hooks: Clover Amour, Tulip Etimo |
Notions | Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape, 2-3 Stitch Markers*, Blocking Mats, Blocking Pins, Calculator, Cord Maker** *Two for marking increase points and for leg split, optional third to mark beginning of round **Such as a lucet fork, knitting mill, or latch hook toolE |
Challenge Level | Easy: Some knowledge of basic stitches. Techniques included: single, half double, double, and treble crochet; single crochet in the back loop only; increasing/basic garment shaping. |
Finished Sizes | Instructions will be given in a format using your personal measurements. The waist will have 6” (15cm) of negative ease. The hip will have 2” (5cm) of positive ease. The leg will have 1” (2.5cm) of positive ease. |
Gauge | Mesh 16 chain spaces = 6.25” (16cm) 8 rows of the mesh pattern = 3” (7.5cm) Ribbing 30 single crochets worked in back loops = 4” (10cm) 21 rows = 4” (10cm) It is highly recommended to work a gauge swatch. Mesh is naturally stretchy and flexible, so gauge can be variable. The goal is to achieve a drapey mesh fabric rather than a stiff, thick fabric, so you may need to experiment a few times with hook sizes and yarn to achieve the mesh drape. If you can’t meet both stitch and row gauge, it is more important to match chain space gauge in the mesh and row gauge in the ribbing. |
Check out the tutorial video for help with this pattern!
Size Chart
Wearer’s Waist Measurements | Wearer’s Hip Measurements | Approximate Yarn Quantities | |
XS | 24-27” (61-68.5 cm) | 31-34” (79-86 cm) | 760-845 yd (695-775 m) |
S | 28-31” (71-79 cm) | 35-38” (89-96.5 cm) | 875-960 yd (800-880 m) |
M | 32-35” (81-89 cm) | 39-41” (99-104 cm) | 990-1065 yd (905-970 m) |
L | 36-41” (91.5-104 cm) | 43-46” (109-117 cm) | 1105-1225 yd (1010-1120 m) |
1X | 42-45” (106.5-114 cm) | 47-50” (119-127 cm) | 1255-1340 yd (1145-1225 m) |
2X | 46-49” (117-124.5 cm) | 51-53” (129.5-134.5 cm) | 1370-1440 yd (1250-1320 m) |
3X | 50-53” (127-134.5 cm) | 54-56” (137-142 cm) | 1470-1545 yd (1345-1415 m) |
4X | 54-57” (137-145 cm) | 56-58” (142-147 cm) | 1560-1635 yd (1425-1495 m) |
5X | 58-61” (147-155 cm) | 58-61” (147-155 cm) | 1650-1740 yd (1510-1590 m) |
Note: This chart is just a guide for approximate yarn quantities. You will use your own personal measurements to create your shorts – you won’t work a particular size, so yarn amount will vary. It is recommended to purchase more yarn than you think you’ll need for your project.
Schematic & Personal Measurements
Record your personal measurements (either inches or centimeters) using the following schematic as a guide.
Waist: _________________ Circumference around where the top of the shorts will sit |
Hip: _________________ Circumference around widest part of hips/buttocks |
Leg: _________________ Circumference around widest part of thigh |
Shorts Length: _________________ Full desired length of shorts when completed |
Inseam Length: _________________ Full desired length of leg from just below taint to end of shorts Common inseam lengths range from 3-11” (7.5-28cm) depending on desired style |
Stitch Information
Abbreviations Used BLO Back loop only Ch(s) Chain(s) Ctr Center Dc Double crochet Ea Each Hdc Half double crochet Hk Hook Inc Increase Lp(s) Loop(s) Rem Remaining Rnd(s) Round(s) RS Right side Sc Single crochet Sk(d) Skip(ped) Sl st Slip stitch Sp(s) Space(s) St(s) Stitch(es) Tr Treble crochet WS Wrong side YoYarn over | Special Techniques Sc BLO (single crochet back loop only): work sc by inserting hk through top lp farthest away from you. Inc (increase): Work [st, ch 1, st] in same ch-sp. Established Stitch Pattern (Est St Patt) The established stitch pattern is worked as follows. Row 1: [tr in next ch-sp, ch 1] around. Row 2: [dc in next ch-sp, ch 1] around. Row 3: [hdc in next ch-sp, ch 1] around. Row 4: [sc in next ch-sp, ch 1] around. Repeat Rows 1-4. You can use the stitch chart below as a visual aid: |
Notes IMPORTANT! Definitely don’t skip these. |
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Pattern Instructions
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