Belle Dress

Belle Dress by The Moule Hole

What Is Being Made

The Belle Dress is a beginner-friendly crochet dress pattern designed by The Moule Hole. This downloadable PDF pattern allows crafters to create a finished wearable garment suitable for various sizes, with construction techniques accessible to those new to crochet.

Crochet Techniques Used

The Belle Dress employs fundamental crochet techniques that make it an ideal project for beginners. The pattern uses foundation single crochet (fsc) to establish the initial stitches, eliminating the need for a separate chain foundation row. Shaping is achieved through strategic decreasing using half double crochet two stitches together (hdc2tog), allowing the dress to conform to body contours. Slip stitches (sl st) are incorporated for joining rounds and finishing edges, while stitch markers (PSM) help track pattern progression throughout the project.

Stitches Used

• Chain (ch) – foundational stitch for starting sections
• Half Double Crochet (hdc) – primary stitch throughout the dress, worked to a gauge of 17 stitches and 13 rows per 10cm x 10cm (4 x 4 inch) square
• Half Double Crochet Two Together (hdc2tog) – decrease stitch for shaping
• Foundation Single Crochet (fsc) – alternative cast-on method
• Slip Stitch (sl st) – joining and finishing technique

Materials Required

The Belle Dress pattern calls for a 4.00mm (U.S. G-6) crochet hook, or the size needed to achieve the specified gauge. The designer used DK weight yarn in two colors: Paintbox Yarns Simply DK in Banana Cream (colour A) and white DK yarn (colour B). A tapestry needle is needed for weaving in yarn ends and finishing. The PDF includes a yarn quantity chart to help crafters determine the approximate yardage required for their chosen size.

Pattern Details

This pattern is presented in U.S. crochet terminology and is formatted as a downloadable PDF document. The Belle Dress is classified as a beginner-level project, making it accessible to crocheters developing their fundamental skills. The two-color construction adds visual interest while remaining manageable for newer crafters. Garments completed using this pattern may be sold, provided the maker credits The Moule Hole as the pattern designer.