The Hanging Shells Beach Sarong Crochet Pattern
I can’t wait for those hot, humid summer days—and if you love making your own DIY beach wear, this is the perfect project for you! I actually designed the Hanging Shells Beach Sarong while sitting right on the sand. It turned out so simple, light, and flowy that I knew I had to share it with everyone as a free pattern.
Not only is this a beautiful beginner-friendly design, but it also uses an easy 2-row repeat that keeps the project moving fast!
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Beach Cover-Up
- Completely Size-Inclusive: This sarong is crocheted sideways, which means you can easily customize the width for any age, shape, or size. I’ve included width suggestions below, but you can easily adjust it to your perfect fit.
- 5 Length Options: Whether you want a flirty mini skirt, a classic midi length, or a dramatic maxi style, you can choose from 5 different lengths. (The pattern pictured features the 14.5” length).
- Multi-Functional Style: This isn’t just a crochet wrap skirt—it also makes a gorgeous, lightweight crochet shawl for when it gets a bit chilly or windy on the beach!
Ready to get started? Grab your hook, and let’s dive into this summer crochet project!
Pattern Notes & Details
Note on Stitch Placement: * The beginning ch 3 counts as the first dc throughout the pattern. Skip the first stitch (the base of the ch 3) and work into the second stitch.
- Work the last dc of each row into the ch-3 space instead of the top chain of the turning ch 3. This intentionally creates a hole that we will use later to create the top border.
Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet (UK double crochet)
- dc: double crochet (UK treble crochet)
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Light weight (3) yarn. Yarn Bee Bamboo-Tiful in the shade Cerulean Sea was used for the sample pictured.
- Hook: Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook
- Notions: Tapestry needle for sewing side ties and weaving in ends
Gauge
- 18 sc = 4 inches
Sizing and Length
Because this sarong is worked sideways, your beginning chain determines the total length of the skirt. Review the 5 length options below and follow the starting chain number for your preferred style before moving on to the row instructions.
Directions:
Ch 49(57, 65, 73, 81) = 12½” L(14½” L, 16½” L, 18½” L, 20½” L)
ROWS:
1: Dc in 4th ch from hook (the first 3 skipped ch will count as the turning ch 3 space), dc in each of the next 39(47, 55, 63, 71) ch, ch 4, skip 5 ch, work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) all in the last ch (shell made). Ch 5 and turn.
2: Work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in the ch 3 space of the shell, ch 4, skip the next 3 dc of the shell, skip the next ch 4 space, dc in each dc across ending dc in the turning ch 3 space. Ch 3 & turn.
3: Dc in the second dc & in each dc across until you reach the ch 4 space, ch 4, skip the ch 4 space, work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in the ch 3 space of the shell. Ch 5 and turn.
Repeat rows 2 & 3 until the piece measures about:
29”-30” for XXS
32”-33” for XS
35”-36” for S
38”-39” for M
41”-42” for L & XL
44”-45” for 2XL
47”-48” for 3XL
50”-51” for 4XL & 5XL
ending with row 3. Do not ch 5 and do not turn at the end of your last worked row 3.
Fit Note: If you are unsure which size to make, try it on as you go! Wrap it around your hips to check the width. Some prefer full coverage, while others like a gap at the sides. Since this sarong is worked sideways, you can easily add width by continuing to repeat rows 2 and 3—just ensure your final row is a row 3. For reference, I am wearing a 36” width in the photo, and my actual hip measurement is 37”.
Now you are going to work across the bottom in all of the turning ch 5 spaces:
– Slip stitch in the first turning ch 5 space, ch 1, work 7 sc in the same ch 5 space, *work 7 sc in the next turning ch 5 space; repeat from * across in all of the turning ch 5 spaces & fasten off.
Now we are going to work across the top of the piece and do a quick border. At the top you will have all the turning ch 3 spaces and sideways dc.
Join your yarn in the first turning ch 3 space, ch 1, work 4 sc in the same ch 3 space, *slip stitch in the next sideways dc, work 4 sc in the next turning ch 3 space; repeat from * across the top and then fasten off.
SIDE TIES (MAKE 2):
Ch 100
1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook & in each ch across to the end. Turn
2 & 3: Ch 1, sc in each sc across to the end. Turn
Fasten off leaving a long tail to sew them to the sarong.
Sew each side tie to the corners of the sarong as shown in the picture:
I can’t wait to see how your Hanging Shells Beach Sarong turns out! Tag me on Instagram or link your project on Ravelry—seeing your finished pieces is truly the best part of sharing these patterns. If you have any questions while crocheting, drop a comment and I’ll be happy to help. Happy crocheting, and enjoy the sunshine!
