Whispering Winds Crochet Pattern

Made a Top!

I had my eye on this beautiful pattern for a while. I couldn't remember why I hadn't bought it, got it on impulse one night, and then realized the problem for me. The original yarn is no longer available and I hate substitutions!!! Here are my alterations. The most obvious alteration is that I just made a top. I'm sure I'll make the full dress soon, since this worked out well. I used Bella Cotton Feza (alas, also no longer available. I picked mine up at Tuesday Morning quite some time ago...) and a size B/1 2.25 mm hook. (Has anyone tried this with size 10 crochet thread? It's not as soft, but is so readily available...) The pattern starts from the bottom of the bodice. I wanted my top to be longer, so I did a total of 15 rows before starting the bib. I had 24 clusters, but this was a bit tight. I could have easily added two clusters. I figured it out too late and just adjusted later, see below. For the bib: I had 21 free stitches on each side, so started on stitch 22, and made 11 clusters. (She has 9 clusters.) Two rows, as written. The straps took a bit of trial and error. She has two clusters, I did three in each row for 11 rows. Start on the edge of the bib, as written. I used my doll **a lot** to decide where to sew the straps on. I recommend you do the same! Since my bodice was so tight, I just sc'd up and down the sides on each side to finish the edge and get a little more room. I prefer snaps, so used those. The silver did show through, I'm afraid. I just took some thread and twisted it in and out to hide it. The bottom row would have been fine left plain, but I thought I'd add a little ruffle, modeled after the skirt. This is the cluster stitch she uses on the skirt, one sc skipped between each cluster. Let's see if I can attach some pics to help out! Anyone have any other ideas for yarns that work well with this pattern?

Gorgeous pattern

Very pleased with the pattern and the dress. Thanks for your good work.

Whispering Winds crochet pattern

I've made this as a top and a dress and in a variety of colors. Love it