Crochet Wedding Dress

-- Crochet Wedding Dress --

Looking for a truly unique wedding dress idea?

If you are interested in crocheting, or know someone who is, a crocheting your wedding dress could be a wonderful fit!

This heirloom-worthy project, though time consuming, would be a lovely way to create your own wedding dress.

If crocheting it yourself isn’t an option, you can also purchase one. Like most wedding dresses, you will need to order your crochet wedding dress well in advance.

Because of the intricate nature of crochet, and because your dress well likely be handmade uniquely for you, it would be wise to order your dress up to 12 months in advance, if possible.

What is Crochet?

The word crochet comes from the French word croq which means “hook.” Using a hook and thread or yawn, a series of loops and wraps is completed to form intricate patterns. Much like knitting, a fabric is created.

Crochet has been created by women for centuries and many consider it to be a fun and relaxing pass-time. If you are just taking up the hobby, you may wish to create only a part of your wedding day ensemble, such as a veil.

Modern Day Crochet

If you think crochet is a thing of the past, think again!

Adding modern day elements such as a splash of color or a deep V-neck will modernize your dress. You can even find a casual style of crochet dress appropriate for a beach wedding!

Though often associated with the Irish creations of the 1800s, a crochet wedding gown can successfully have an east-meets-west flare; as bridal gowns in many countries around the world also incorporate elements of crochet.

Choosing a crochet wedding dress is a great way to add a touch of tradition to your wedding day.

Your dress can be completely customized to suit you. Do you have old family jewelery? Consider breathing new life to an old set of pearls by having the pearls sewn right into your dress.

Or, maybe you have an old crochet wedding dress that you want to wear. It will likely need some reinforcing at the very least. You may find it better to take parts of it and combine it with a newer pattern. Bring it to a seamstress, who can help you decide which parts to work with. It may just need some slight adjustments – or you might decide to create a new dress altogether, using the older dress “for parts,” depending on the shape it is in.

Accessories

If you are wearing a crochet wedding dress, you may choose to accent it with other crochet items, such as a crocheted veil or headpiece. A crochet veil should be made out of a lightweight thread to ensure that it is not too heavy.

Or, you can wear a standard organza or tulle veil and personalize it with a crocheted border. Details such as pearls and flowers are also a beautiful match. You may even find crochet flowers, which can be paired in both your hair and your bouquet.

Whether you spend hours creating the crochet dress of your dreams on your own, or order one from a reliable source, the elegant and timeless beauty of this dress will certainly become your own family heirloom.

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