Martha Stewart wore one when she left jail. Jennifer Lopez wore one in her film, “Monster-in-Law”. It appears that the crochet poncho is making yet another comeback as a fashion staple. The good news is that you do not have to spend a bundle to purchase this fashion statement at the mall. With a few skeins of yarn and some crochet know-how, you can create your own for just a little time and cash.

The patterns for a crochet poncho are truly abounding these days, so you should have no trouble finding something to your liking. There are crochet books with poncho patterns, magazines that sport the latest styles, and even free patterns on the internet for your perusing. A crochet poncho can be created in a variety of materials – from the bulky yarns that will create a cozy cold-weather accessory to the linens and cottons that make up summertime favorites. Some ponchos are even embellished with beads or fun fur for a more exotic look.
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For those women who enjoy crocheting, chances are that they have already gone through many of the projects that can be made in such a manner. After all, you can only crochet so many doilies, tablecloths, or hats. For the woman in search of a new crochet project, perhaps it is time to expand a bit and crochet a dress.   

An appealing reason to crochet a dress is that it would make for a lovely gift for a new granddaughter or a small child. Crocheted dresses for babies and small children are generally white, but they can also be many different colors according to the seasons - for example, you can use pastel colors for an adorable sundress.   

For those younger people who do not have children yet, they could always make a lovely child’s dress and save it for when they had their own children. Such a crocheted dress could also be saved to give an expectant loved one as a baby shower present.   

Dolls   

For those who collect dolls, a wonderful hobby would be to crochet dresses for them. These lovely dresses can often be purchased at craft fairs, and are fun to make because they take less time to create.   

The most popular kind of crocheted dress is for a baby doll. With the many different occasions there are to celebrate, these dolls are often used as decorations for various holidays or given as presents, so the ideas you can implement to crochet a dress for them are quite diverse.   

Fashion Statements   

For the especially ambitious crochet enthusiasts, a great idea would be to crochet their own dress. Depending on the style that is chosen, crocheted dresses can be worn at both dress or casual events.   

It is important to note that while it will be less expensive to make your own dress, it may take a considerable amount of time to select the right yarn, color, and to get measurements right, in addition to the actual crocheting process. Thus, patience is a must for people who choose to make their own dress in this manner.    

For people who lack the patience or the necessary crocheting skills, you can always find a lovely crocheted dress online or at a local department store. Prices will vary according to the design and manufacturer. However, regardless of their origins, crocheted dresses are indeed lovely and creative works of art.