Easy 2 Piece Design! Lacy Days Kimono

If you love airy layers and wearable crochet, this Lacy Days Kimono is such a fun project to add to your queue. The best part? It’s built with an easy 2-piece design, which can make the construction feel much more approachable.

In the tutorial, you’ll see how the kimono comes together step-by-step, plus tips for getting that light, drapey look that makes lace-style garments feel effortless. Whether you’re newer to garments or you’ve made a few cardigans already, this is a great style to learn from.

How the Lacy Days Kimono construction works (easy 2-piece layout)

One reason crochet kimonos are so popular is that they can be simple to shape while still looking polished. In this design, the focus is on building two main sections and then assembling them in a way that creates that classic kimono silhouette.

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As you follow along, pay attention to how the fabric is formed to create an open, lacy effect—this is what gives the kimono its lightweight feel and that pretty, breezy texture.

If you’re aiming for a clean finished look, the video will help you see where to keep your edges neat and your stitch pattern consistent.

A quick reminder for garment projects like this: comfort and drape matter. Take a moment to check how your fabric behaves as you go—don’t rush the early rows, because that’s where you set the tone for the whole piece.

Images and patterns courtesy of MJ's Off The Hook Designs

Lacy Days Kimono video tutorial

Source: MJ's Off The Hook Designs

Fit, drape, and finishing tips for a lace crochet kimono

For a lacy kimono cardigan, the “magic” is usually in the finishing. When you’re working with openwork stitches, small tweaks can make a big difference in how the garment hangs.

A few helpful things to watch for as you crochet along:

• Keep your tension as even as possible so the lace pattern looks balanced.

• If your edges start to wave or pull in, it may help to slow down and double-check stitch counts as shown in the tutorial.

• Finishing steps (like seaming and edging) are where the kimono really starts to look like a wearable piece—don’t skip the neat-up details.

Once it’s done, this is the kind of layer you can toss over tanks, tees, or dresses for an easy outfit upgrade—lightweight, cute, and handmade.

Happy crocheting!
— Maggie