Crochet Granny Stitch Kerchief
Discover the captivating art of crocheting with the Granny Stitch Kerchief pattern. This delightful project combines the timeless elegance of the granny stitch with the practicality of a kerchief. With its intricate design and versatile nature, this kerchief is perfect for adding a touch of vintage charm to any outfit. The kerchief's intricate details and delicate texture make it a true work of art, while its practicality ensures that you can wear it with style and confidence. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a beginner looking for a new challenge, this pattern is sure to captivate your imagination and inspire you to create something truly special. So grab your crochet hook and let the Granny Stitch Kerchief pattern transport you to a world of endless possibilities.
Skill Level
- Easy
Materials
- Yarn: Scheepjes Stone Washed (Fine, #2; 78% Cotton, 22% Acrylic; 50g; 130m) Color: Tourmaline, 1 ball
- Crochet Hook: E 3.50mm
- Other: Scissors, Yarn Needle.
Measurements
- Gauge: 17 sts = 4".
- Finished Size: Measures approximately 18" wide across the top and 11" deep.
Abbreviations
- Ch/Chs = Chain/Chains
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Hk = Hook
- Sc = Single Crochet
- Sk = Skip
- Sl St = Slip Stitch
- Sp/Sps = Space/Spaces
- St/Sts = Stitch/Stitches
Special Stitch Instructions
- Shell: 3 dc in specified ch/st/sp.
Note
- The first chain-3 counts as the first double crochet. Work another double crochet in the first stitch for a total of 2 stitches.
Instructions
- Row 1: Ch 4, 3 dc in 4th ch from hk. Skipped chs count as dc. Turn [4 dc]
- Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc, now and throughout pattern), dc in first dc, dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in last dc. Turn [6 dc]
- Row 3: Ch 3, dc in first 2 dc, ch 2, sk next 2 dc, dc in next dc, 2 dc in last dc. Turn. [6 dc and 1 ch-2 sp]
- Row 4: Ch 3, dc in first 2 dc, ch 2, sk next dc, dc in ch-2 sp, ch 2, sk next dc, dc in next dc, 2 dc in last dc. Turn. [7 dc and 2 ch-2 sps]
- Row 5: Ch 3, dc in first 2 dc, ch 2, sk next dc and ch-2 sp, shell in next dc, ch 2, sk ch-2 sp and next dc, dc in next dc, 2 dc in last dc. Turn. [9 dc and 2 ch-2 sps]
- Row 6: Ch 3, dc in first 2 dc, ch 2, sk next dc and first ch, shell in next ch, sk shell, shell in next ch, ch 2, sk next ch and dc, dc in next dc, 2 dc in last dc. Turn. [12 dc and 2 ch-2 sps]
- Row 7: Ch 3, dc in first 2 dc, ch 2, sk next dc and first ch, shell in next ch, shell in between next 2 shells, shell in next ch, ch 2, sk next ch and dc, dc in next dc, 2 dc in last dc. Turn. [15 dc and 2 ch-2 sps]
- Row 8: Ch 3, dc in first 2 dc, ch 2, sk next dc and first ch, shell in next ch, [shell in between next 2 shells] up to ch-2 sp, shell in next ch, ch 2, sk next ch and dc, dc in next dc, 2 dc in last dc. Turn. [18 dc and 2 ch-2 sps]
- Row 9-25: Repeat row 8.
- Row 26: Ch 3, dc in first 2 dc, ch 2, sk next dc and first ch, dc in next ch, ch 2, [dc in between next 2 shells, ch 2] up to ch-2 sp, dc in first ch, ch 2, sk next ch and dc, dc in next dc, 2 dc in last dc. Turn. [75 sts]
- Row 27: Ch 3, dc in first dc and into each dc and into each ch to the last dc, 2 dc in last dc. Do NOT Fasten off.
Strings
- String 1: *Ch 40, working into back bumps, sc in 2nd ch from hk and into each ch across, sl st in top of last dc made. Fasten off.
- String 2: Join yarn to the top of the first dc made in row 29, then repeat instructions as for the first string.