The Linen Lounge Shorts: A Breezy Crochet Pattern for Effortless Summer Style

Slip into effortless comfort with these airy, crocheted lounge shorts. Featuring a soft linen-cotton blend and delicate woven ribbon ties at the hips, this pattern is perfect for warm-weather staycations, beach cover-ups, or simply lounging in style. Designed with a relaxed fit and a touch of handmade elegance, these shorts are as enjoyable to make as they are to wear. Best of all, this is a beginner-friendly project that works up quickly with basic double crochet stitches.

Imagine a pair of high-waisted shorts in a warm sand color, with a delicate eyelet row at the waistband threaded with a satin ribbon bow. At the hips, two additional ribbons in a contrasting dusty rose are woven through the side seams, adding a feminine, coastal charm. The uniform double crochet texture gives the fabric a slightly structured yet airy feel—perfect for those balmy summer days.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies. This project uses simple, readily available materials:

• Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (or any worsted-weight cotton/linen blend), approximately 400-500 yards. The sample shown uses a warm sand color (#D2B48C).
• Crochet Hook: 5.0 mm (H) crochet hook
• Stitch Markers (at least 4)
• Yarn Needle for weaving in ends
• Satin Ribbon: 1 length for the waistband (approx. 40 inches) and 2 lengths of 20 inches each for the hip accents (optional, in a contrasting color like dusty rose #C08081)
• Scissors

Gauge: 18 dc x 10 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in dc. Always check your gauge to ensure the correct fit.

Sizes: S (M, L, XL) – Finished waist: 28 (32, 36, 40) inches

Step-by-Step Instructions

Notes: Worked in joined rounds. Ch 2 counts as first dc unless stated. Use stitch markers to track rounds and important divisions.

Waistband

Step 1: Chain 70 (80, 90, 100). Join with a slip stitch to the first chain to form a ring, being very careful not to twist the chain.

Step 2 (Round 1): Ch 2 (counts as first dc), dc in each chain around, join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 2. You should have 70 (80, 90, 100) double crochet stitches.

Step 3 (Rounds 2-4): Ch 2, dc in each dc around, join with a sl st. Repeat this round for a total of 3 more rounds (so you have 4 rounds of plain dc total).

Step 4 (Round 5 - Eyelet Row): Ch 3 (counts as dc + ch 1), skip next dc, *dc in next dc, ch 1, skip next dc*. Repeat from * to * around, join with a sl st to the 2nd chain of the beginning ch 3. You will have 35 (40, 45, 50) ch-1 spaces. This row creates the channel for your ribbon.

Step 5 (Rounds 6-8): Ch 2, dc in each dc and in each ch-1 space around, join. You should be back to 70 (80, 90, 100) dc. This completes the waistband.

Body – Front and Back Panels

Step 6: Now we will divide the work for the legs. Place a stitch marker at the center front and another at the center back of your tube. You will work each leg panel separately.

Step 7 (Front Panel): Starting at the center front marker, join your yarn if needed. Ch 2, dc in the next 34 (39, 44, 49) dc, turn. You now have 35 (40, 45, 50) dc for the front panel.

Step 8: Work back and forth in rows: Ch 2, dc in each dc across, turn. Repeat this row until the panel measures 6 (7, 8, 9) inches from the waistband. Fasten off.

Step 9 (Back Panel): Repeat steps 7 and 8 for the back panel, starting at the center back marker and working the same number of stitches and rows.

Leg Shaping

Step 10: Join yarn at one side seam of the front panel (where the front and back panels meet). Ch 2, dc evenly across the bottom edge of the front panel, then continue to dc evenly across the bottom edge of the back panel, join with a sl st to the first dc. You should have 70 (80, 90, 100) dc total around the leg opening.

Step 11 (Round 1): Ch 2, dc in each dc around, join.

Step 12 (Round 2 - Decrease Round): Ch 2, dc2tog (decrease), dc in the next 31 (36, 41, 46) dc, dc2tog, dc in the next 33 (38, 43, 48) dc, join. You will have 68 (78, 88, 98) dc. This shaping tapers the leg for a better fit.

Step 13 (Round 3): Ch 2, dc in each dc around, join.

Step 14: Repeat Rounds 2 and 3 until the leg opening measures 8 (9, 10, 11) inches from the underarm (where you joined for the leg). Fasten off.

Second Leg

Step 15: Repeat steps 10 through 14 for the other leg opening.

Finishing

Step 16: Weave in all loose ends carefully with your yarn needle.

Step 17: Thread your long satin ribbon through the eyelet row at the waistband. You can use a safety pin to help guide it through. Tie it in a neat bow at the front or side, as desired.

Optional Woven Ribbon Accents

Step 18: Cut two 20-inch lengths of satin ribbon in your contrasting color. Weave each ribbon through the side seams at the hip area, creating a decorative tie on each side. You can weave it in and out of the stitches for a few inches. Secure the ends with small, invisible stitches if desired, or simply tie them in a bow.

And there you have it—your very own pair of Linen Lounge Shorts! These are perfect for a day at the beach, a casual brunch, or just relaxing at home. The breathable cotton-linen blend keeps you cool, while the ribbon accents add a touch of personalized charm. Happy crocheting!