Add a cozy touch to your room with a handmade crochet checkered garland. This lovely piece combines colorful squares in a checkerboard pattern, bringing warmth and charm wherever it's hung. Perfect for celebrations or just to spruce up your space, making one is both fun and rewarding. With each stitch, you'll feel the satisfaction of seeing your creation come to life, ready to brighten up your home or any special corner that needs a dash of cheer.
Crochet Checkered Garland
Materials Needed:
- Yarn in two colors (e.g., brown and peachy color)
- Scissors
- A 4mm crochet hook
Pattern Steps:
Starting Loop:
- Make a starting loop and place it on your crochet hook.
Chaining:
- Start by chaining 10. This will determine the width of your piece.
First Row of Double Crochets:
- Begin your first double crochet stitch by wrapping the yarn around the hook, then insert the hook into the first chain.
- Pull the yarn through to have three loops on the hook, wrap the yarn around again and pull through two loops, then wrap and pull through the remaining two loops.
- Continue this for a total of 5 double crochets with the first color.
Changing Colors:
- When you have two loops left on your hook from the last double crochet in the first color, introduce your second color yarn (peachy color).
- Finish the stitch with the new color and proceed to make 5 double crochets with it.
Second Row:
- Turn your work so the back side is facing you. Repeat the pattern of 5 double crochets with the second color, then switch to the first color, ensuring the yarns are carried neatly at the back to avoid any loose ends being visible.
Continuing the Pattern:
- Repeat the steps for creating alternating blocks of color with 5 double crochets each, changing colors after every 5 stitches. Ensure you switch colors with the last stitch partially complete to achieve a clean color change.
Finishing the Square:
- Continue until your square reaches the desired size, usually ending with a complete set of rows in each color to match the beginning.
Final Touch:
- Once you've reached the end of your square and you have the two loops on your hook from the last stitch, pull the yarn through these loops and cut off the yarn, pulling the tail through the last loop tightly to secure it.
Making More Squares:
- Repeat these steps to create a total of 6 squares (or as many as needed for your project).
Joining the Squares:
- To join the squares, put the right sides together, match the stitches, and use a slip stitch or your joining method of choice through both layers to connect the squares along their edges.
- When joining, choose a complementary color (such as one of the square colors) to keep the aesthetic consistent.
Creating and Attaching a Hanging String:
- Using a stronger thread (which the creator sourced from Amazon), create a very long chain that exceeds the length of a door frame for hanging purposes.
- Weave this chain through your project to hang the squares, allowing for adjustable placement and dangle.
Additional Tips:
- Keep your stitches consistent for a neat look.
- Adjust the size by altering the starting chain number or by how many rows of double crochets you do.
- Experiment with different yarn colors and textures for unique effects.
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