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Crocheting: Bernina Crocodile Stitch Gown
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Bernina Crocodile Stitch Gown

Pattern Info

This project was designed by bonitapatterns.
Info can be found at:

Crocodile Stitch Wedding Gown

Instructions

This pattern is not available.

Difficulty:

Category: Crocheting

Type of item: Clothing

For: Women

Style: Romantic, Traditional, Formal / Bridal, Classic


Materials

I used a crochet thread weight in a satin microfiber.

What was your inspiration?

During a chat session with my sister-in-fiber Michelle Arellano, from Dainty Loops, we started dreaming of a crocheted wedding gown. She kept motivating me to do it, and I believed that her idea would be at least a major challenging.

What are you most proud of?

I am proud that I was able to show this gown at the Crochet Guild of America Annual Conference and the feedback I received from the celebrity crochet designers and the audience was overwhelming and fantastic.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

I would say... give yourself enough time to complete a large project like this. I underestimated the amount of time this would require and I had to complete this project in 3 weeks. There were times I thought I was not going to make in time for the fashion show, but luckily I did.

 

63 comments

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susanlanz1433123 on craftsy.com
Apr 27, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Stunning!
pamajung on craftsy.com
Mar 21, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
WOW just gorgeous.
Popelka on craftsy.com
Nov 17, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
BEAUTIFUL !
spot knit on craftsy.com
Aug 12, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Just fabulous, it not only looks gorgious I bet its really comfortable to wear too!! Congratulations.
Livelaughlove on craftsy.com
Aug 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Absolutely stunning. I sure hope you see a demand for this pattern. I hope you win
raggedyan105155 on craftsy.com
Aug 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
this is just so Beautiful God Bless those hands xo
shazero on craftsy.com
Aug 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
WOW. Such talent!
Amigurumigranny on craftsy.com
Aug 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
The most beautiful dress for a beautiful bride - I love all your work. xxx
mammad on craftsy.com
Aug 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
your patterns always amaze me ! such beautiful talent. you deserve the win !!
Brenda1244 on craftsy.com
Aug 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
STUNNING,GORGEOUS,BEAUTIFUL,AMAZING,The BEST Wedding Dress EVER!!!!!!
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Aug 02, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Awwwwww! You're too sweet, Brenda!
LtnPrincess76 on craftsy.com
Aug 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Just beautiful!!!
Carolyngibbs on craftsy.com
Aug 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Lovely
Omgwhyme on craftsy.com
Aug 01, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
This is breathtaking!!!
keldin on craftsy.com
Aug 01, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Gorgeous!
Debbie McLeod on craftsy.com
Aug 01, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Absolutely stunning!!!!!!!!!
KathyGates on craftsy.com
Aug 01, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Sooo beautiful!! Hoping you win the contest! :)
sxydevil2848993 on craftsy.com
Aug 01, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
So beautiful! Wishing you best of luck in the contest!!!!!!!=)
sweetsher706467 on craftsy.com
Jun 05, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful, I just love the flowers
Gail H on craftsy.com
May 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
My grandmother was going to crochet my wedding dress over 30 years ago but died the day before I found out I could get the kind of thread I needed. : (
lynnsmit9720144 on craftsy.com
May 21, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
for the past year ive been thinking about creating a wedding dress for eventually when my 19 year old daughter some day gets married. its absolutely beautiful. if theres ever a pattern i want it.
lynnsmit9720144 on craftsy.com
May 21, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
awesom would love the pattern!
susanrobinson on craftsy.com
Apr 09, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
it is awesome wish i had the pattern
missheidi on craftsy.com
Mar 26, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
makes me want to marry my husband again! although i would never get it done...
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Mar 26, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
You can always renew your vowels and dress up again ;-).
Rhonda Michelle on craftsy.com
Feb 13, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Your work is very lovely! So much detail...........very lovely, lovely! Congratulations!
KathyDC on craftsy.com
Jan 15, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
This dress is stunning! Looks amazing on you!
CrochetDiva on craftsy.com
Dec 21, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
AMAZING WORK!!!!
Ninnetta on craftsy.com
Nov 21, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
That must have been incredible to do...3 weeks that's amazing!!!
Angeladanyell on craftsy.com
Nov 09, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
WOW!!!! Great job!
CraftiMama on craftsy.com
Oct 25, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Wow! Absolutely beautiful! Any bride would be proud to wear this dress on her wedding day. :)
TTB on craftsy.com
TTB
Oct 06, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
This is incredible!
Quadshotyarn on craftsy.com
Oct 03, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
This dress is stunning!! Congratulations on such a project!!!
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Oct 03, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you Quashotyarn, it was a lot of work, but very rewarding. I wish you could see the yarn it has a very nice sheen.
kaisha on craftsy.com
Sep 30, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
its a beautiful dress.i have two daughters and i;d like to try to design one for them som day . good job
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Oct 02, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Kaisha, it would be such a special gift to your daughther and to your family history... My tip is to make sure you start at least 6 months before the wedding day ;-). I was insane and commited myself to complete a dress in 3 weeks. Never more, let me tell ya!
Yknitsncrochet2 on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Beatiful! Awesome handwork. Is that Patricia in the photo behind the model?
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Wow! You have a great eye. The model is me... and behind me is Patricia Williams. I met her at the CGOA. Great designer!
Cooker on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
WOW
grammabnsb on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
am working on a scarf in crocodile st. to see this weddding gown is simply mind blowing. what a great job. congratulations.
joaniescloset on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
amazing, you are a true artist!
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Awwwwwwww, joaniescloset. I'm totally blushing with your comment. Lianka, the "artist".
flamingeaux on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I LOVE the crocodile stitch and am struck with awe that you crafted it into such a beautiful gown. I would buy the pattern if/when you decide to make it available!
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Flamingeaux, I think I love this stitch soooooooo much that I know the dos and dont's of it by heart now. ;-).
TheSexyKnitter on craftsy.com
TheSexyKnitter
Craftsy Instructor
Sep 27, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Oh my goodness, this is fantastic! Props to you for crocheting your own gown - you look great!
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
TheSexyKnitter, this was not my wedding gown, however I'm thinking of wearing this one to renew my vowels ;-).
Sweet trouble on craftsy.com
Sep 27, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
pretty dress....Congrats
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks, sweet trouble.
Donna Doodles on craftsy.com
Sep 27, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
SOOOO beautiful!! It would have taken me 3 years to finish it!!!! Great Job !!!
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Donna, I wish I had given myself 3 months to work on this one. I'm still hurting with from the weeks working on it. Ugh!
fleming504 on craftsy.com
Sep 27, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I love this wedding gown!! I love it because it's different and unique :)
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
fleming504. I'm glad to hear you liked it.
Lavonne on craftsy.com
Sep 27, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Such a beautiful - marvelous job! You are an expert!
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Lavonne, you are kind. I'm dedicated designer, but I don't know about "expert". Everytime I learn a new technique in crochet or knitting it seems there is something else to learn.
amkb on craftsy.com
Sep 27, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
You did this in three weeks!! Amazing! Great job. :-D
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
bonitapatterns
Craftsy Instructor
Sep 27, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Thank you so much for your kind compliments. It really took me loots of work to complete this project.
yarnisgood on craftsy.com
Sep 27, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Wow! That is outstanding. I am seriously impressed!
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Sep 28, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks, Ttrockwel46731. I'm glad to hear you were impressed.
usacroche173117 on craftsy.com
Sep 27, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
ok i saved this to my patterns now how do i get the pattern to make this?
bonitapatterns on craftsy.com
Sep 27, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
This dress does not have a pattern available. I made it for as a special project for a fashion show. If I find there is a great demand for it, I may consider publishing the pattern.
Woodrome on craftsy.com
Sep 26, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful!
lpinchin on craftsy.com
Sep 26, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Amazing!
Woodrome on craftsy.com
Sep 26, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful!