Crochet Simply Shells Dishbottle Dress

The Crochet Simply Shells Dishbottle Dress is the perfect DIY project for adding a touch of charm to your kitchen! This adorable and functional piece combines both style and utility in one simple design. The crocheted shells create a delightful texture that will make your dish soap bottle stand out on your sink. Whether you are a seasoned crocheter or a beginner looking for a fun and rewarding project, this dishbottle dress is an excellent choice. It's a fantastic way to add a personal touch to your kitchen decor while keeping your dish soap bottle looking stylish and cozy. Embrace your creativity and bring some handmade warmth to your home with the Crochet Simply Shells Dishbottle Dress - you'll love the results!

Materials:
Approx. 1¼ ozs worsted weight 100% cotton yarn in 2 colors; aluminum crochet hook size G (4.5 mm) OR Size Needed for Gauge; tapestry needle to weave in ends (Optional Finishings are given at end of pattern)
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Gauge:
4 hdc = 1", Rnds 1 - 3 = 1" (measured from bottom of sts of Rnd 1)
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Finished Size:
Fits 14.7 oz Dish Detergent bottle (can be made longer to fit larger bottles)
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Special Stitches:
Beginning Shell (beg shl) - ch 3, (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in same st or sp
Shell (shl) - (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in st or sp indicated
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Notes:
For larger detergent bottles, add 1 or 2 more Rnds (keeping in pattern) after Rnd 13.
If desired, add a Rnd of (sc in each st with 2 sc in each ch-2 sp) in Contrasting Color (CC) after last Rnd of pattern for a nice edging
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With Main Color (MC), ch 20, join with sl st in first ch to form ring.
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Rnd 1: ch 1, 40 sc in ring, join with sl st in top of first sc. (40 sc)
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Rnd 2: ch 2 (counts as first hdc), hdc in each sc around, join with sl st in top of beg ch-2. (40 hdc)
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Rnd 3: ch 2, 2 hdc in next st, (hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st) around, join with sl st in top of beg ch-2. (60 hdc)
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Rnd 4: ch 2, hdc in each st around, join with sl st in top of beg ch-2. Fasten Off MC. (60 hdc)
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Rnd 5: join CC with sl st in next hdc, beg shl, (sk next 2 sts, shl in next st) around, sk last 2 sts, join with sl st in top of beg ch-3. (20 shls)
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Rnd 6: sl st next dc and into ch-2 sp, beg shl, dc in sp between shls, shl in next shl, holding last loops of sts on hook, dc in next sp between shls, sk next 6 shls, dc in sp between 6th skipped shl and next shl (joining dc made), shl in next shl, (dc in sp between shls, shl in next shl) 3 times, work joining dc, (shl in next shl, dc in sp between shls) 2 times, join with sl st in top of beg ch-3. Fasten Off CC. (8 shls, 8 dc)
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Rnd 7: join MC with sl st in ch-2 sp of first shl, beg shl, dc in next dc between shls, (sh in next shl, dc in next dc between shls) around, join with sl st in top of beg ch-3. (8 shls, 8 dc)
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Rnds 8 - 13: sl st in next dc and into ch-2 sp, beg shl, dc in next dc between shls, (sh in next shl, dc in next dc between shls) around, join with sl st in top of beg ch-3. (8 shls, 8 dc) At end of last Rnd, Fasten Off. Weave in ends.
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OPTIONAL FINISHINGS:
Cut a piece of ¼" ribbon in coordinating color about 19" long and weave through sts of Rnd 6, then tie in bow in center front.

Add a Bow and/or ribbon rose just below center front of neckline.