Crochet Shorts In-depth Tutorial for Beginners - EASY & FREE Pattern

This Ripley Shorts Pattern is easy and will surely bring you crochet joys! I can't wait to see your creations. Wherever you post it, don't forget to tag me ;)

This is an original ABoC Studio's design. The pattern was written with love & care by me - Natalie. Feel free to sell your final hand-crafted product, just make sure to credit ABoC Studio 🤍

✧ Are you an Absolute Beginner?
Even though this is an easy pattern, it combines a variety of techniques & methods which could prove to be overwhelming to an absolute beginner. Therefore, I suggest you to start with 1 or 2 simpler projects:

This bag tutorial includes some important techniques. However, you should also practice a little more with a project that makes use of mostly Double Crochet, such as:

✧ SUMMER YARN
Great yarn for summer clothes should be made of “any material that is breathable for the skin!”. Cotton, linen, bamboo, silk,... Keep in mind that it doesn't have to be 100% natural. Something like 100% cotton yarn is usually stiff & hard to handle. Personally, I would choose yarn that's around 40% to 60% cotton. It would be nice, soft and still breathable ;)

✧ Weaving the Ends/Tails the right way

✧ Join Yarn with Magic Knot - Made-easy tutorial

✧ COUNTING STITCHES
Here is the thing: If you end up having more/less stitches than you should, you probably accidentally increase/decrease stitches somewhere.

The most common mistake that leads to having more stitches is to work more stitches than the pattern tells you (e.g. you worked two stitches in a stitch while pattern tells to put only one, or you put three stitches where it was supposed to put only two. And if you have less stitches then you probably skipped one or more stitches on the way.

What you can do is to go back, find out where you made the mistake(s) and redo.If the mistake is not serious, you can cheat a little bit by working a random extra stitch if you need more, or skipping a random stitch if you need less ;) However, if you do this more than once on a piece, the shape of it may get distorted :( So, be careful.

✧ MADE-TO-MEASURE METHOD
With this method you will follow the same instructions & pattern through out the video, except the size’s guide. You’ll need to come up with your own number of chains, stitches and rows! Here are some tips:

1. Foundation Chain - This chain need to be an EVEN number and the length is around 2-3 inches longer than your Hip Measurement. Make sure you stretch the chain out as you measure it or wrap it around your hip.
2. Waistband - Same as video
3. Hip & Back Seam Increase - This part would decide how high is the waist, for low waist work less rows and high waist work more rows.
4. Bottom Bridge Chain & Separate Legs - Same as video
5. First Leg - Same as video
6. Other Leg - Same as video

If you have any question or tutorial request, feel free to comment down below. I will reply as soon as I can 💞

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[MandalaBunnyhome]

I just made these and I am OBSESSED 😍 I wanted to mention that everyone should make sure the beginning chain fits around the widest part of your hips so it doesn’t end up too small to put on. I crochet pretty tight so I had to size up quite a bit but they fit perfect!

[alyssalattimore]

Wow!!! Did I just make my first SUCCESSFUL PAIR OF SHORTS??? Yes!!!! Thank you!!!! 🎉

[NaturallyNicole]

I had to come back and say you are hands down one of the most detailed crochet channels I have ever come across. I mean you even added measurements for the XXL girlies. That means a lot 🫶🏾🫶🏾

[isabelmarkwell]

I made it and omg I’ve gotten so many compliments on them, this tutorial was so easy to follow and I finished them in one sitting which suprised me since I take days to finish projects!!! Thank you for the great tutorial!!

[Emma-Crochet-for-Baby]

Although I also run a crochet tutorial channel on YouTube, I have to admit that when it comes to instructional videos, I believe you're the best in the business. Your content has been incredibly valuable to me and I've learned so much from your videos. Thank you sincerely for all that you do.

[amayagallen]

This was such a nice and easy tutorial for beach shorts or just shorts in general. I finally finished my first crochet shorts in under a day thanks to this channel! thnak you so much for this pattern and i cant wait to make more!!!

[good]

The shorts are so cute to wear in the summer🤍

[leticiao]

Thats so cute that im exploding. I don't know which tutorial to do first, your channel is addictive

[Adrian-qkjh]

I just finished my second pair of shorts and i just am obsessed with this pattern
Its easily modifiable too and i love that

[veryBestFriends]

I have to say I have tried so many times to make a pair of shorts while watching videos and got quickly discouraged cause I couldn't see where many were putting stitches. I had no problem with this video and have finally made my 1st pair of shirts. I am very obsessed and know what I'm going to be doing all day. THANK YOU.

[dianewoods]

You’re an absolute excellent teacher. This tutorial was very informative and easy to follow. Thank you so much for sharing.❤

[IsaLaurenBekker]

It’s reaaallly cute but for all my big butt lil waist girlies, try beginning the waistline a size (or more) smaller than your measurement indicated and increase slightly more than said. Xx

[brookehope]

Your instructions are always so clear, thank you for this tutorial!!! Can’t wait to make

[ava-ncpx]

i love this tutorial! i msde them in size medium and they worked up in two days on a trip! they’re adorable and im planning on making more for my friends and i! thank you for this tutorial!

[katarias]

Wow this tutorial is a work of art🤩! I’ve never seen such a clear and detailed tutorial. As a beginner it’s been challenging as many tutorials leave the simplest steps out, but they make a difference the the outcome and process. However, this video hits on every point. I love your channel and work!💕

[radio_rabbit]

you’ve no idea how perfect the timing of this video was, i love your tutorials sm!! <33
gonna use this as a guide to make some bloomers :)

[sunshyn]

I plan on using your video to make pants. I have never crocheted any clothing yet. Your video beginning gave me the confidence I needed to move forward. Thank you very much

[izzybannister]

Man. I was really frustrated with the back post double, but everything else has been super easy to understand. Thank you for this!

[taylorswiftswifey]

Thanks so much for this. I tried making it mindless crocheting but it didn’t work out but this tutorial really helped. I love how mine turned out!

[diseasedluigi]

ABoC Studio I love you and your videos so much! you have reinvigorated my love for crochet! You are so great at explaining your patterns and even through the video i can feel your warmth and patience! I wish you the best, you have gained a loyal supporter!