Chapter 4: How To Crochet Jewelry
It’s no surprise that crochet can be found in jewelry as well. Crafters of all ages and skill levels can produce wearable art. Below are a couple of examples.
Friendship Bracelet
This bracelet is easy to make, versatile and can be made in a variety of colors. It’s made with crochet thread, which is a specially formulated thread used for crochet. You’ll need a length of crochet thread and a B-1/2.25 mm crochet hook. Depending on the recipient, you shouldn’t need more than 9-10” of thread. The average 8 year old girl’s wrist is about 6,” while an adult woman’s wrist can be up to 8” in circumference. You could measure the recipient’s wrist to be certain of how much crochet thread you’ll need.
R1: Leaving a long tail, chain 3, work 1 sc into the 2nd chain, then again in the next 2 chains. Chain 1. Turn the work.
R2: Work 1 sc in each of the stitches. Chain 1, then turn your work. You should still have 3 stitches.
R3: Work 1 sc in each of the 3 sts, chain 1, turn work.
R4: Repeat R3 until your bracelet measures the length you want. Fasten off, leaving another long tail. Now you can use your long ends to fasten your bracelet around your friend’s wrist!
Crochet Flower & Chain
For this project, you’ll need:
● US G-6/4mm crochet hook
● a heavy bead or button for the center of your flower
● approximately 6-10 yards of any sport weight yarn you like best