Crochet Christmas Gumdrop Tutu- A Free Crochet Pattern

10/2/2014

Christmas Gumdrop Tutu is a free crochet pattern in size 12 months for you all to enjoy!! I love the looks of a tutu on little girls. It makes them feel special and THEY look special!! Christmas is just one of those holidays that people take pictures like crazy!! I wish I had crocheted back when my 2 daughters were little. Maybe one day, a granddaughter will wear one of these!! :-)

Crochet Christmas Gumdrop Tutu

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12 Months

Materials:

I Love This Yarn ( Christmas Sparkle)

Size H Hook

4 Buttons

Tapestry Needle

Tulle - I used the tulle you can get from Walmart. I used 5 of the tulle that measures 4 inches wide by 25 yards.

Ribbon - about 5 feet for the waistline and approx. 5 feet for the neck.

Stitches:

Ch- chain

St(s)-stitch(es)

Sl st-slip stitch

Sk- skip

Sc – single crochet

Dc –double crochet

Rep- repeat

Special Stitches:

Shell – Sc , ch 2, 4 dc in indicated stitch

Gauge: Dc 4 in x 4 in = 14 sts by 10 rows

Ch 82

Sc 2nd ch from the hook, ch 2, 4 dc in same st., *sk next 3, shell in the next st, rep across from * to last 4 sts, sc in the last ch., ch 3 turn.

Row 2:

2 dc into sc, *shell into ch 2 sp, rep from * across to last ch 2 sp, sc into last ch 2 sp, ch 3, turn

Row 3:

2 dc into sc, *shell into ch 2 sp, rep from * across to turning ch 3, sc into 3rd ch of turning ch, ch 3, turn.

Repeat row 3; 13 more times.

Finish off, weave in ends.

The visible shell edge will be the top of the tutu. I wanted it this way to use as a design.
Skip 9 of the shells and add ribbon for the neckline, using the same method in the pictures below.

Sew your 4 buttons onto the back of the tutu starting at the bottom. *Skip 3 rows, next row add a button, repeat * to the top.

For tulle, cut tulle into 22 inches long by 4 inch wide strips. Fold tulle in half and add tulle to the dress following the pictures below!

You are now finished with the Christmas Gumdrop Tutu.

I hope you enjoy making this Christmas Gumdrop Tutu, It is a beautiful dress and I would love to see finished items from you all. Please comment below.

Thanks,
Sheri

29 Comments

Designer

Sheri Ann Weber
Welcome, to Country Willow Designs. This is my blog where you will find many free crochet patterns. I love crochet and want to share mine with the world. I will be adding crochet beauty to the world, one stitch at a time. I love crafting, be it sewing, crochet, or learning new crafts; you can find me at any time doing something crafty. Have a great time here!

Melissa Cravens

10/2/2014 03:35:29 pm

I have been looking for the prefect dress to make for my Granddaughter for Christmas. This is IT!! Thank you so much for sharing!

Sheri

10/3/2014 12:25:44 am

Please share your pictures with us!! You are so welcome!!

DeAnna Crabtree

10/2/2014 04:31:56 pm

BEAUTIFULLLLLL.....I CANNOT WAIT TO MAKE THIS.

sherianne

10/3/2014 12:26:40 am

Thank you and I am excited to see it!!

Joshlyn

10/2/2014 05:22:18 pm

Love this pattern!

How much tulle did you use?

Sherianne

10/3/2014 12:24:44 am

I used 5 rolls of the tulle. They measured 4 inches by 25 yards.

Ruth

10/3/2014 05:36:46 am

I would like to know if this can be made into a larger size and how does one go around doing it.

Thank you

10/3/2014 06:46:33 am

Ruth, it can be made in a bigger size. It is multiples of 4+2 to the starting chain. And make longer rows to the desired size. I hope this helps! :-)

Wilma Maddox

10/3/2014 07:53:35 am

I want to make this in a bigger size
Thanks so much for sharing.

Dianna

10/3/2014 02:31:42 pm

I love this dress. Would you have any idea how many multiples I would need to add to make this for a 3 T size?

Stephanie

10/4/2014 12:13:33 pm

I am getting confused starting the second row. 2dc into which sc?

10/4/2014 06:25:13 pm

Actually I figured it out. Thanks anyway. I do love this. It is so pretty

Brenda cox

10/9/2014 08:06:57 am

How do you close the back

10/9/2014 11:44:30 pm

You will be using 4 buttons to close it Brenda. It tells you in the written instructions where to place the buttons.

Terry Johnson

10/12/2014 06:19:37 am

This is so pretty! I will have to make at least one! I don't have any girls in my immediate family but I'm sure I can find one that will like it! Thanks for the free pattern!

Barbara

10/25/2014 05:39:32 am

This is just lovely! Could you share with me about how much yarn it took to make this dress? I have a stash and would like to see if I have the right amount already. Thanks so much for sharing!

LORRAINE

10/31/2014 08:08:25 am

Love this pattern, I was excited to be able to start it. But like a lot of us crocheters we have to many projects in the fire. I now have it started but I'm confused with the tulle to use. It said to use 5 rolls of 25 yards each, I'm thinking that you had the tulle in every two chain at the bottom that only used less then a roll. Help what am i doing wrong?

10/31/2014 11:24:04 pm

I used about 4 or 5 pieces at a time for a full skirt. You can use as many strips as you would like for your acquired taste.

11/3/2014 03:52:05 pm

In order for the dress to fit a 12 month old what is your gauge? And when I add the tulle do I add the tulle to the chain 3 space, the chain that the shell stitch is in or both?

Sheri Weber

11/6/2014 03:13:12 am

The gauge is listed above for the bodice. Yes add the tulle through every 3 ch space.

Rosa I Quintero

11/9/2014 03:09:38 pm

I would love to make this for an adult. So how do I go about it

Beth

11/11/2014 10:53:15 am

I have made the top now just have to get to the shops to get the tule. Thanks very much for sharing. It has been very easy to make so far :)

carol link

12/3/2014 12:01:47 am

I have a question , I have unraveled it twice because it fans way too much , I love this pattern ,I'm making 2 ,1 is 12 mo and the other in a size larger ,for my 2 great grand daughters December birthdays , this is my fave pattern of the whole year! Is there a way to decrease the fanning out as I go ?I will send you a pic of them wearing them, thank you

Lou Ann

12/5/2014 01:54:18 pm

I am making this dress now. I am hoping it turns out as beautiful. I have decided to try my hand at a princess sleeve of some sort. We will see how it works. Thank you for the gorgeous pattern!

SheriAnne

12/5/2014 10:40:53 pm

Awesome!! I would love it if you share your photos when you are done. I love seeing them! You can upload photos on the Home page!

Bianca

1/8/2015 09:42:58 pm

This pattern is precious!! I've seen lots of questions for increasing the size, but do you have any tips for making it smaller? I have a neice due in March, and I was thinking this would be an adorable dress for photos.

Kate

1/18/2015 01:14:10 pm

This is soooo pretty! I can't wait to try making it! I have a grandbaby due in a few months - it better be a girl! Or the wee lad is going to look a bit silly... ;) Seriously, I wish I'd had this pattern when my 12 year old granddaughter was wee! After the work you put in figuring it out, it was generous of you to share it with us. Thank you so much! x

Lande Pretorius

9/10/2016 04:58:35 pm

THANK YOU. I have finished it in a night and it worked perfectly. My daughter has a princess dress for tomorrow. I did change the pattern slightly as she is 3 years old.

9/13/2016 08:02:07 am

I am so happy. I bet she will look so beautiful. If you wouldn't mind I would love to share your picture.

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