Swimming Trip

Dear users, dear authors,
The sun is shining, it’s summer , school vacation is (almost) here—it’s time for a day trip to the beach or a beach vacation .
You can download everything you need right here in this thread and, of course, in the shop as PDF patterns to follow along with. For patterns made with leftover yarn , you don’t even have to buy yarn beforehand. Handy, right?
Tip: Don’t forget the duck —otherwise, it might feel neglected.

@Authors,
please post 2–3 patterns here, each with a picture and link, as well as all the necessary information about materials, techniques, difficulty level, and what makes the pattern special.

Now the doll children can join their doll mommies in the water in matching clothing. 

Materials: yarn (rose, pink, white), yardage 50 g/133 m, knitting needles size 3, crochet hook size 2.5, yarn needle. Other yarn and the matching knitting needle can also be used. This may lead to slight variations. The pattern is also suitable for beginners who have the necessary stitch knowledge (how the stitch types are crocheted is not explained). Stitches used: knit and purl stitchesto the swimsuit



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For the first attempts at swimming by the doll mommies’ favorites—this is an absolute must for every swim bag


Material: yarn (green 200 g, white, black), yardage 50 g/150 m, knitting needles size 3, pins, sewing needle, stuffing. The pattern is suitable for beginners who can knit stitches (knit/purl). The eyes and mouth are embroidered. Have fun making itSwim ring and water wings

Cute set for hot summer days – an eye-catcher on any beach bag

Bag charms: hat, basket, and flip-flops

These cute charms can be crocheted in no time. An eye-catcher on any summer bag. Also a great gift or little souvenir. So grab some leftover yarn and a crochet hook and get started.

Click here for the pattern




Additional materials:
• Bronze chain
• Key carabiner and/or key ring
• Bronze key ring
• Jump rings
• Crochet hook size 3
• Clear sewing thread

Required skills: chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet
Detailed description as a PDF file.

When the sun is shining too brightly, this kids' summer hat is always a good choice,

the pattern for it is simple and easy to follow,
it is written for a head circumference of 44–46 cm,

you need cotton yarn in your favorite colors and a size 3 crochet hook,
and then you can get started:



here is the pattern  Kids' Summer Hat

Whether in the garden or at the beach... this sun lounger is always comfortable!
In cheerful CrazyPatterns colors with summery motifs, every visit to the swimming pool becomes a highlight!

Detailed charts guide you step by step through the 10-page pattern.

The beach mat has a length of about 195 cm (including padding),
a width of approx. 70 cm and is about 2.5 cm thick.

And here’s the pattern and more details...

Summer can come!
This tunic is so versatile: at the beach, in the city, ... always an eye-catcher!

The (glass) buttons add that special something—while there are no limits to your creativity.
And of course... the fringe is a must this summer!

The pattern is simple yet sophisticated, and the cut requires no decreases or increases at all...
... so it’s absolutely recommended for beginners too!

A detailed description guides you through the crochet process.
For clarification, a chart in crochet chart format can also be found in the pattern.
The button diagrams as well as the fringe-making are also illustrated and described.

This pattern is designed for sizes S/M, L, and XL.
However, the included cut and the gauge make it possible to work any size!

And here’s the pattern and more details...

Lots of things have to come along to the beach: books, food, drinks, ...
We have an idea for you here for where you can store the things you bring along!

Also: You can never have enough bags, so they are related to shoes :-)
So why not design one yourself for a change?

This bag has a size of about 47 x 35 cm.

And this way to the pattern and more details...

Bully, the little elephant, loves summer and the sun and has already packed everything for his trip to the beach: his swim ring, his sailboat, and, of course, his captain’s hat! Crochet this adorable little guy using gray fuzzy yarn or another type of gray yarn. You’ll need about 50 g of it; 15–20 g of the white and turquoise yarn (Catania by Schachenmayr) will suffice. You’ll also need some stuffing, safety eyes, and—of course—don’t forget: THE PATTERN!

Crochet Pattern for a Basket-Style Bag

Details & Pattern

"Pack your swimsuit, take your little sister along, and then head straight out to the swimming lake",
there’s room for all the important things in this practical bag.

Even beginners will get along well with the pattern, since the bag is made mostly with single crochet and half double crochet stitches.
You’ll have this companion crocheted in no time, since it’s made from textile yarn and crocheted with a size 12 hook.

Crochet Pattern Long Shirt Mesh Dress ROMINA - backless



(To purchase/download, please click the image)


for summer – sun – beach – and everything else..

• without side seams
• backless
• for beginners and advanced crocheters
• can be adjusted to any size
• variable length (the model shown here has a total length of approx. 80 cm)
• as a long shirt
• as a (beach) dress
• as a top

Included in the download:

• illustrated PDF crochet pattern (15 pages) plus additionally
• PDF crochet chart Pattern A
• PDF crochet chart Pattern B

These crochet skills are used:
chain stitches, single crochet, slip stitches, decreasing (is explained).

Difficulty level: intermediate - beginners may give it a try - easy for experienced crocheters

Material: Basically, any yarn of your choice can be used with a matching hook size.

Used here:

• for size XS/S approx. 250 g total
• for size M 300 g
• for size L 350 g

of a cotton yarn, e.g. Limone (Schoeller+Stahl)/Catania (Schachenmayr), 100% cotton, 50 g – 125 m, any color choice; according to the label for hook size 2.5 – 3.5; used here: crochet hook 3.5.

We also need: measuring tape, yarn needle for weaving in ends, sewing needle for sewing on the decorative buttons, 2 decorative buttons, scissors, safety pin or straight pin for fixing the straps, stitch markers as desired.

Crochet pattern Bolero Cowl SANDRA to match the Mesh Shirt Dress ROMINA 





(For purchase/download, please click the image(s))

This infinity scarf/cowl can also be worn as a bolero
– as shown here with the long mesh shirt dress “Romina”
(The “Romina” crochet pattern is not included in this pattern, 'Romina' available here - click me - see description above as well).

The PDF crochet pattern is illustrated
and also includes a short printable version as well as crochet basics (basic techniques illustrated)

Basic crochet knowledge is enough.

Material used here:
100 g turquoise + 50 g gray + 50 g white of a Pantino cotton-blend yarn (Schoeller+Stahl), 60% cotton, 40% acrylic, 50 g – 90 m, according to the ball band for needles size 4–5 and gauge 17 sts = approx. 10 cm, but a 8.0 mm crochet hook was used here.

Matching the long shirt dress ROMINA with bolero loop SANDRA.

Crochet pattern for shopping net backpack / drawstring bag HUCKEPACK - great as a beach bag



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Goodbye plastic bags – this is how shopping is done nowadays :-) - All desired sizes possible. It makes shopping a delight. Practical for travel. And all your swim things fit in it for the beach, too.

Worked out for you to choose from:
Model 1: fits a wide binder;
Model 2 is a little smaller – incl. crochet flower.

Both models can be carried either with

• a crocheted bag handle
• or as a drawstring bag/shoulder bag – as a shopper
• or even on your back – “piggyback” – as a little backpack.

The PDF crochet pattern (33 pages total)

• has plenty of pictures
• incl. a shorter version for printing
• short instructions for the crochet flower
• instructions for a 2-stitch crochet cord (i-Cord) and
• crochet basics – illustrated basic techniques for beginners

Material:
Basically, you can use any yarn you like with a suitable hook size. Used here: approx. 300 g (color distribution as desired) + leftover yarn of a mercerized cotton yarn (holds its shape better), Catania (Schachenmayr)/Limone (Schoeller+Stahl), 50 g – 125 m yardage, crochet hook 3.0; measuring tape, scissors, yarn needle for weaving in ends, 5 stitch markers recommended, safety pin for the crochet flower if needed, cord stopper

Beach, sun, and sea—that’s just right for Beno Bathing Mouse. He loves splashing around with his little duck.

He comes with a hooded towel, shirt, pants, flip-flops, and his little duck.

Here’s what you get:   - a list of all required materials 
       - a detailed crochet pattern with 46 pages and lots of photos

click here to go to the pattern

My amigurumi crochet pattern for the maritime octopus "Leichtmatrose"



Here is the pattern:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/26266/krake-kalle-haekelanleitung

Difficulty level: Advanced

Recommended materials:
- Crochet hook: size 3
- Yarn in the colors: light blue, pink, black, white, dark blue (e.g., Gründl Cotton Quick uni)
- Safety eyes: 1 pair, 8 mm each, black
- Sewing needle, scissors
- Stuffing
- Stitch marker

Required skills: fastening off, decreases, color changes in spiral rounds, single crochet, half double crochet, crocheting in spiral rounds and rows, finishing crochet pieces, slip stitches, chain stitches/turning chains, magic rings (magic rings), sewing, increases