Crochet Beautiful Cross

Crocheting a beautiful cross can be such a rewarding and heartfelt experience! Whether you're making it as a thoughtful gift for a loved one or for personal decor, the intricate patterns and calming rhythm of crochet can turn a simple yarn into a meaningful symbol of faith and artistry. As you work each stitch, envisioning the unique combination of colors and textures coming together, there's a sense of satisfaction that fills the heart. The process is not only creative but also meditative, allowing you to unwind and find peace in the gentle motions of your hands. So, grab your crochet hook, choose your favorite yarn, and let's create something truly beautiful together - a cross that carries not only beauty but also a piece of your soul within its stitches.

Abbre­vi­a­tions:

sc=single cro­chet

dc=double cro­chet

sl st=slip stitch

ch=chain

Mate­ri­als:

Thread yarn, 1.50 mm hook

Row 1: Ch 8, sl st in first chain to form a ring. Ch 3 (counts as a dc), (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the ring, dc, Turn

Rows 2–14: *Ch 3 (Counts as a dc), (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the ch 2 space) Shell made in the pre­vi­ous ch 2 from row 1. dc in the top of the Ch 3, Turn, *Repeat Row 2, for a total of 14 Shells. Fas­ten off after row 14.

The Arms of the Cross: Make 2 Arms

Row 1: Sl st into the side of the row 6, sl st on top of the dc, Ch 3 (Counts as a dc) work 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the chain 3 space, dc in the ch 3, (Shell Made) Turn

Rows 2–4: *Ch 3 on top of the dc, work 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the chain 3 space, dc in the ch 3, Turn, Shell Made, Repeat Row 2, two more times. For a total of 4 shells for the arms. Repeat Rows 1–4 on the oppo­site side for the oth­er arm.

Edge: Sl st in the begin­ning chain 8, In Chain 8, work 2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc in each chain 2 and chain 3 spaces, and sc in each dc around, sl st. Fas­ten off and Weave in the ends.

Tas­sel: Wrap the thread yarn around your hand 25 times and cut the yarn and insert it into the begin­ning ring of the cross, tie a knot around the tas­sel and fas­ten off.