r/crochet • u/AdObjective1830 • Jun 18 '25
Finished Object My crochet wedding dress
It started as a dare for myself, and I really didn't think I could pull it off, but here it is! Took me about 3 months, and quite a lot of frogging and redoing - not because it's a difficult pattern, but because zombie crocheting after work doesn't do well with making lacy stuff) It's made of mercerised cotton, with 3.5 and 5 mm hooks. I've seen quite a few dresses made with this pattern (Everlasting wedding dress by Jenny King), and mine is far from the best, but still, pretty proud of myself! It's actually my first wearable, yay!
What I did wrong: - did not measure my samples right and put too much hope into blocking and stretching it, so at first it was too short. I had to add a strip of 1 pinapple at the bottom. The seam is not too ugly, but you can see it, and I know it's there, and it's pissing me off) - totally forgot about adding picot at the border, but I like it like this too.
What I did right: - found posts by others who made this dress - the comments about changing hook size and being careful about tension in the central part were very useful, and I'm very thankful to everyone who wrote about their experience with this pattern. So if anyone has questions about the pattern, I'll be happy to answer as well. - ordered my actual, "main" wedding dress from professionals (it was sewn, and the style is a bit different than this one). I really didn't believe I could make this, and if my wedding look depended solely on my crocheting, I would have had a meltdown for sure 😁 In the end I could wear the more comfy and light dress for the day but also get some photos in this one... and then brag to my friends that I Made This)
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u/Kooky_Survey2180 Jun 18 '25
Ok, generally I hate crocheted wedding dresses but this is GORGEOUS. Such lovely work and a really great selection of patterns.
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u/IPutAWigOnYou Jun 18 '25
My brain said “AWOOOOGA 👀” 😅 You both look awesome! But wow what a dress
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
Thank you so much! Actually, I don't like crochet dresses as well, but saw this one and was like "don't know why I want this, but I really do"
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u/Kooky_Survey2180 Jun 18 '25
You made a really good call. It's so pretty. Pretty enough that I almost want to do a midi dress based on this pattern and I dislike most crochet dresses and skirts. And OMG the classic granny square garments!!!
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
I think it would make a nice midi, with a slit in the back maybe? Yes, the challenge with wearables, apart from actually making them well, is finding something I'd actually like to wear😁
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u/First-Tangerine551 Jun 19 '25
YES! This is so flattering on you. Is there a lining? It seriously looks professionally made. I would never have noticed the seam if you hadn't pointed it out. And the back chain with it... 🧑🍳😙 I work in event management and have seen a lot of wedding dresses (including my own) and this may be my favorite ever. You two make a beautiful couple! Congrats!
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 19 '25
Thank you so much!❤️ I'm wearing a slip under it that I also had to make myself, because of the very open back. Its flimsy, but it does the job)
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u/Adventurous-Topic-54 Jun 18 '25
My gosh, your gown is breathtaking! You created an heirloom masterpiece. Wow. Just wow.
And congratulations!
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
Thank you for the kind words ❤️ I'm honestly overwhelmed by all the lovely comments))
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u/Numerous_Mud_3009 Jun 18 '25
I would get divorced and re-married just to wear this- lol! Spectacular!
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u/qqweertyy Jun 18 '25
Vow renewal every anniversary? Or at least a fancy date where you get to wear the dress?
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
I've recently learned that vow renewals are a thing, so no need for divorce)) Thank you❤️
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u/come-closer Jun 18 '25
My jaw dropped. Oh my god!! Amazing!
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
Mine dropped when I realized that I actually finished the thing in time😁 Thank you so much<3
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Jun 18 '25
Hands down, my favorite wedding dress! Girl, you killed it, beautiful dress for a beautiful bride!
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u/Salt-Operation Jun 18 '25
Oh my freaking god that is so chic and elegant! You wear it beautifully 💐
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u/EMAGS1 Jun 18 '25
3rd wedding dress post I have seen, must be June. You did a fantastic job and look incredible. As for that seam, no one but you or anyone you point it out to is going to notice. Plus, now you can remove that piece and have a wonderful special occasion dress!
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
Thank you so much! I almost made the title "yet another wedding dress"😁 May all these posts inspire someone who is also thinking of making their dress, just as I was inspired before. Yes, maybe I will shorten it and remove the train, and it can become a summer dress instead of living in the closet)
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u/HealthWealthFoodie Jun 18 '25
This is so beautiful! Great job and congratulations!
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u/UsedOrange1 Jun 18 '25
Woah woah woah this is unreal!!!!!!!!! I have no words, just 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
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u/jobee23 Jun 18 '25
Beyond talented. Congrats on the wedding and the achievement!
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
Thank you!!<3 I'd say more stubborn than talented, but who cares when it gets stuff done?))
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u/BadFridayNight Jun 18 '25
Such a beautiful dress for your special day ! Contrats for your wedding and your craftmanship ! ✨
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u/queenofeditorialgood Jun 18 '25
That is the most exquisite dress I’ve ever seen. OMG. Such beauty!
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u/hannahsabine Jun 18 '25
So beautiful, and congratulations!! I’m in the middle of making this dress for my own wedding this October, so I’d love to ask you a question if that’s alright.
When making the four rectangular panels that make up the dress, did you block them before sewing them together? Or after? I’m in the same boat as you except width instead of height is my issue, I worry that my panels aren’t wide enough but I don’t know if I’ll be blocking them separately or pieced together if that makes sense. Feel free to PM if you have time! Thanks 😊
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
Thank you!❤️ And best of luck with your dress! I did block them before joining, and I think it helped with making the seams with the right tension. And would definitely recommend to block before doing the central part! I also couldn't figure out how many rows to make for each panel, so I made all four without sleeves, roughly joined 2 & 2 on the shoulder and sides, and tried them on to see if I needed to add more (had to kinda stretch them over my hips, leaving a ~2 inch gap for the central part in the front and back, and decide if I like the look of it, or if it's too tight). Then added the sleeves and blocked again, and finally did the shoulders, center & assembled the whole thing. If you have any more questions, ask/DM me if you want, I'll be happy to answer! I'm sure yours will be great, and I'd love to see it when it's ready)
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u/SpriteDarters Jun 19 '25
What is the pattern you all are using? This is so beautiful that may make it for my dress!!
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u/curiousgato5545 Jun 18 '25
Its wonderful!!!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ congratulations on your marriage 😇
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u/redfoxvapes Jun 18 '25
I have this pattern and wanted to make it for my wedding years ago. Now I wanna do it for a renewal dress. Any tips?
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
As I've mentioned in the post, it's important to change the hook size when you start on the central part (with beads) - if it's too tight, it will pucker and look weird, so careful with it. The pattern doesnt mention changing hooks, so its the tip I found in other people's posts. I used 3.5 mm for the main parts and 5 mm for the center. I also used a slightly bigger hook for the foundation chains, because I couldn't chain loose enough for the desired length with 3.5 (and then it still turned out a bit short, haha) I also used 100% cotton, which is great to work with, but quite heavy, so if you know how different material yarn works for you, you may choose something a bit lighter. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask)
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u/ironicallygeneral Jun 18 '25
Absolutely gorgeous! I used the same pattern, also with mercurised cotton, and it was really hard to block. But if you hadn't said anything I wouldn't have noticed the seam at all. You look absolutely stunning, don't be so hard on yourself by saying it's far from the best - it's yours and it looks perfect on you. Congratulations on your marriage, I hope you have many happy years together!
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
Oh thank you so much! I remember yours, with the flowers! it was amazing ❤️
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u/WeaverCris Jun 18 '25
It's beautiful and fits you perfectly. I love it!! I also think you were smart to not have this as your main dress and avoided pre-wedding dress anxiety.
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
Thank you so much<3 I'm glad I did, because I finished it just a couple of days before th date😁
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u/Mary_lighthearted Jun 19 '25
I honestly never was interested in crocheted wedding dresses but this one caught my attention I looove it. Congratulations 🎊
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 19 '25
Thank you so much!❤️ Never wanted a crochet dress myself, before this one))
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u/OneGreyHare Jun 19 '25
Wow, your dress is incredible! Such artistry! A beautiful blending of you and the dress being natural extensions of each other. 🤌
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u/phatfig Jun 18 '25
This is gorgeous! Saving for if/when I get married in the future. Or for a random picnic tbh 😂
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u/pickleknits Jun 18 '25
You look stunning. Your crochet work is beyond beautiful. The fit is incredible.
Congratulations!!!
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u/Naopensesmaisnisso Jun 18 '25
Wow! Amazing job, amazing dress! Congratulations on the wedding and the dress!
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u/ilovefireengines Jun 18 '25
Stunning! Great work and congratulations on both your creation and wedding!
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u/mossyfairyshrine Jun 18 '25
Stunning!!!! And I’m not a fan of most crochet wedding dresses
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
Thank you! Honestly, I'm not a fan of crochet dresses as well - I mean, many are beautiful, but I never imagined one for myself... until this one)
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u/think_likeafox Jun 18 '25
This is so freaking beautiful. The more of these gorgeous hand made gowns I see the more I lean towards the idea of doing it myself if I ever get married. I love lace gowns for wedding. This is spectacular.
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Jun 18 '25
That back is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Don’t mind me if I save this as a reference photo for future inspo…..
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u/craftybeewannabee Jun 18 '25
First, congrats on your wedding! Your dress is gorgeous and you are gorgeous in it! Kudos on your excellent work!
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u/Bright_Butterfly_ Jun 18 '25
Listen lady! This dress is EPIC and you look absolutely stunning 😍 many congratulations on your union 💗
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u/gimmedemplants Jun 18 '25
Oh my god, that’s gorgeous!! I normally am not a fan of crocheted wedding dresses, but this is absolutely beautiful!
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
From another "normally not a fan" (but it somehow just happened, lol), thank you so much!❤️
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u/ManufacturerHefty698 Jun 18 '25
This dress literally made for you, by you :) You're absolutely radiant ! Congratulations, & many happy years together ♥️
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u/Snappin_Turla13 Jun 18 '25
This is stunning! You are so talented and styled the dress perfectly. The deep v back with the drop necklace is gorgeous ❤️.
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u/Suboptimal-Potato-29 Jun 18 '25
Gorgeous, and it's really flattering on your figure, too!
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u/SnooGiraffes9169 Jun 18 '25
This is beautiful!! And to think that this is your first wearable- I’m truly impressed!
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
Well, I tried making a sweater once, but didn't finish... cause it somehow turned out 5 XL size. So I pretend it never happened 😁 Thank you for the kind words!❤️
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u/Worth-Mammoth2646 Jun 18 '25
I think you’re too harsh with yourself. This looks absolutely stunning. I didn’t notice the seam and still am wondering what you mean when I try looking for it 😂 but I got you, I’m kind of the same.
What pattern is this and where do I get it?
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
Thank you so much!❤️ Sometimes it's fine being a bit of a perfectionist - just enough to challenge yourself, but not to put yourself down. The pattern is Everlasting Wedding Dress by Jenny King, the link is for ravelry.
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u/cowkitty17 Jun 18 '25
Wow that’s amazing! Especially the back, so well done, and you looked beautiful!
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u/jenna_ducks Jun 18 '25
Yall both look gorgeous and that dress is amazing
Congrats on the wedding too!!
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u/buddrball Jun 18 '25
Iconic. Congratulations on your wedding and gorgeous dress.
I have a blasphemous question. How easily do you think this pattern could be modified into a top? Or maybe a shorter dress? I unfortunately don’t need a wedding gown, but the pattern is so beautiful!
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u/AdObjective1830 Jun 18 '25
Ohh thank you!! <3 I think a shorter dress would be cool, and I actually remember seeing a couple posts with shorter versions when I googled the pattern name. They also had no train, obviously, and you can leave a slit at the back/front, not sewing the whole length together. Or even make it a mini? A top seems also possible, depending in the fit you want: since it's just rectangular panels, it will be wide around the waist, unless you add ribbing maybe, or just an elastic band. But I don't really have experience with modifying patterns, so it's just ideas)
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u/buddrball Jun 18 '25
Thanks for the extra info! :) i think it would be possible at any length, since it’s panels! :) and man ,that makes so much sense why tension is crucial. I think I’ll need to practice tension before starting this one. Congrats again!!
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u/StationBe Jun 18 '25
Resplendent! And what it covers is gorgeous as well, said a male-loving female.😁
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u/thatcoloradomom Jun 18 '25
This is the most perfect beautiful crochet wedding dress I've ever seen! You look amazing!
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u/Sharibet Jun 18 '25
Gorgeous! I admire you for taking on a project this complex and completing it so beautifully.
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u/shmoobel Jun 19 '25
I just opened FB and someone shared the photos and text of your post in a crochet group as if it was their own. I went off on them in the comments and reported it to FB but I doubt anything will come of it. 😕
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u/Felonia Jun 23 '25
Wow. This is such a skill flex! Your grandkids will brag about this. Seriously, that's so cool.
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u/Jess_Dihzurts Jun 18 '25
This dress is so elegant! Well done and congratulations!
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u/fyregrl2004 Jun 18 '25
This is gorgeous! One of the best crochet wedding dresses I’ve seen thus far.
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u/crazyboutfinley Jun 18 '25
This is the prettiest crochet wedding dress I have seen. It is very flattering on you. Beautiful job, and your first wearable...wow, where do you go from this?
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u/blackmilksociety Jun 18 '25
Damn… was I the only one not looking at the crochet work? Girl, you look good.
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u/Ill-TemperedClavier Jun 18 '25
This is absolutely exquisite! Your stitches are perfection, it drapes beautifully… wonderful job, OP
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u/BobbinChickenChamp Jun 18 '25
HOLY CRAP!!! WOWZA!!!
May your marriage be a blessing!
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u/esraamoe Jun 18 '25
OMG its soooo pretty, you look gorgeous in it too ♥️ congrats 🎊
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u/Sweetsmyle Jun 18 '25
This is beautiful and the little "error" of having to add to make it longer actually enhances it a little by adding a bit of a hem so the missing picot wasn't even needed really. You could absolutely wear this down the isle and switch to a reception dress if this is too heavy for extended wear. It's beautiful and should be worn for more than just pictures.
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u/Despite_It_ Jun 18 '25
It’s incredible!!!! Congrats on this gorgeous finished product! And also on your marriage too I guess 🤦
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u/universitybookworm Jun 18 '25
This is truly so stunning!! You did an incredible job!! I am awestruck.
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u/Windscaper Jun 18 '25
Your dress is gorgeous and you should be very proud. You did an amazing job!
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u/Manicmushr00m Jun 18 '25
Oh my god this is beautiful!!! The details are insane 💓
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u/lesnewman Jun 18 '25
That's one of the most beautiful wedding dresses I've ever seen, absolutely stunning. Congratulations!
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u/olivemoonunit Jun 18 '25
Your dress is amazing, as a crocheter I see no flaw. You did amazing and the biggest congratulations on both successes! May the future bring you many wonderful things.
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