How to Make a Unique Crocheted Handmade Belt

Looking to add a personal touch to your outfit? Consider a crocheted handmade belt! Not only does it show off your unique style, but it also adds flair to any look. Handcrafted with care, each belt carries the charm of handiwork while being functional for keeping your pants in place or cinching a dress for a flattering silhouette.
Ingredients
- Crochet Hook: H/8-5.50MM
- Craft Scissors
- Yarn Sewing Needle
- Yarn used: 1 Skein of Each from Sugar N' Cream (Colors: Black & White)
- Size Small (can be created to various sizes)
- Belt Buckle [from Michaels]
Stitch Guide
- HDC = Half Double Crochet
- SC = Single Crochet
- SS = Slip Stitch
- ST(S) = Stitch(es)
- CH = Chain
- R[number] = Row
Steps to Create Your Crocheted Belt
STEP 1
CH 98 (or half desired waist measurement) [34 inches length] [2.5 inches width]
[Black] R1: HDC the entire Row into All of the STS. At the end of the Row, you will change colors to start Row 2.
[White] R2: HDC the entire Row into All of the STS. At the end of the Row, you will change colors to start Row 3.
[Black] R3: HDC the entire Row into All of the STS. At the end of the Row, you will change colors to start Row 4.
[White] R4: HDC the entire Row into All of the STS. At the end of the Row, you will change colors to start Row 5.
[Black] R5: HDC the entire Row into All of the STS. At the end of the Row, you will SS to complete work.
STEP 2
At the end of the crocheted piece, at the ends, single crochet across for a finishing technique. SS to complete work and weave in the remaining strands. [photo reference above on left.]
Final Steps
STEP 3
With the belt buckle, slip half an inch of the crocheted piece through the buckle, fold it over and with your yarn sewing needle, thread a bit of yarn. Sew the folded crocheted piece and secure it using your yarn sewing needle. [photo reference above on right.]