Free Crochet Swimsuit Wrap Pattern for Beach Lovers
Wrap yourself in summer style with this free crochet swimsuit wrap pattern that’s easy to follow and perfect for beach lovers alike.
Tying a beautiful soft cover around your waist can transform any trip to the pool or beach into something special. Imagine a light and breezy wrap that looks pretty and feels comfortable against your skin. This simple piece brings together color and design in a way that flatters every body type and fits all sizes. With a crochet swimsuit wrap pattern, you can make your own stylish accessory that is both useful and decorative.
Crochet Your Own Swimsuit Wrap—Enjoy This Free Pattern
It keeps you covered as you walk along the water and can even be worn as a skirt or a shawl over your shoulders. The open stitches create a gentle, airy look while the shape hugs your waist in the perfect way. Making this wrap is easy and fun, and the result adds a touch of handmade beauty to any summer adventure.
Free Crochet Swimsuit Wrap Pattern
Materials
- Yarn: Worsted weight acrylic, cotton, or blend yarn.
- Choose yarn and hook size based on desired drape and look.
- Hook: 6 mm crochet hook (or size to match yarn and desired fabric).
- Beads: Pony beads or any beads with openings large enough for yarn (optional, for fringe).
- Notions:
- Scissors
- Large-eyed yarn/darning needle (for adding tassels and weaving in ends)
- Tape measure or ruler
Key Abbreviations (US Terms)
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet |
| st(s) | stitch(es) |
| rep | repeat |
| sk | skip |
| RS | right side |
| WS | wrong side |
Special Notes
- Size is fully adjustable. The triangle is worked sideways from one corner, increasing each row; make as many rows as necessary to fit your waist and tie comfortably.
- Tension: Keep chains loose for flowy, drapey fabric.
- Fringe: Add at the end; beads or plain yarn tassels are both suitable.
- Increases: Only ever increase by adding extra chains and sc in the last (outermost) loop of the row.
- Edges: Loops are created with ch-5 segments; increases build triangle shape.
Pattern
Main Triangle Body
- Make a Slip Knot and Foundation:
- Ch 10 loosely.
- Count back 8 ch from hook; sc in 8th ch (creates first “loop” square).
- Ch 5, sk 1 ch, sc in next ch (second loop made).
- Ch 7, turn (creates foundation for next row).
Row 2
- Sc in large space/loop (center of previous ch-5 or ch-7 section).
- Ch 5, sc in next space (in spaces between previous loops).
- Ch 5, sc in same space as previous (only at the end of the row; this is the increase).
All Subsequent Rows
- Ch 7, turn.
- Sc in first space.
- [Ch 5, sc in next space], repeat to the end, working in all chain spaces.
- In the final chain space (at the edge), [ch 5, sc in the same space] for the increase.
- Continue steps 7-10 for each row.
- Only ever increase in the last loop/space of each row—a ch-5 and an extra sc in the final space.
- Each row adds 1 more loop/section than the previous.
- Continue rows until triangle is large enough to wrap around your waist and tie as desired. The triangle will slowly grow and fan out.
- Try the piece on as you go, or use measurements to check fit.
Optional Beaded (or Plain) Tassel Fringe
- Decide the number of tassels: Place 1 in each ch-5 space along the two triangle sides (not along the long edge at the top).
- Cut yarn lengths for tassels: Double your desired tassel finished length and cut (e.g., for 4.5″ tassel, cut 9″ lengths).
- For each tassel:
- Fold 1-2 strands of yarn in half.
- Thread the folded end through a yarn needle.
- If using beads, string beads onto tassel now.
- Insert needle under a ch-5 space at edge; pull folded end through and form a lark’s head knot.
- (Optional) Knot the bottom of the tassel (beneath beads) to keep beads in place.
- Repeat for each ch-5 space.
- Weave in all ends.
Pattern Correction & Tips
- Correction: Increases only happen in the final chain space of every row; do not increase elsewhere.
- Tip: For a neater edge, always keep tension loose on chains and especially turning ch-7.
- Tip: Use a bead with a large hole so it slides easily onto the yarn.
- Tip: For extra security, tie a tight knot at the bottom of each tassel if adding beads.
- Tip: Alternate or repeat bead colors for extra interest, or skip beads for a classic look.
- Tip: To avoid twisting, keep the working loops and project laying flat as you crochet.
Conclusion
This crochet swimsuit wrap, skirt, or hip scarf is customizable in size, very beginner-friendly, and quick to work up. Using only basic chains and single crochet stitches, you’ll create a striking open lace triangle, perfect as a summer accessory. Personalize with beaded or plain tassel fringe for boho flair. The pattern is simple, mindless, and ideal for binge-watching or relaxing.
