Easy to Knit or Crochet Headband, Wrist band, Choker Necklace or Belt Free Pattern
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You can easily knit or crochet a headband, wrist band, choker necklace or belt with elastic thread and insertion patterns.
Edging and Insertion Patterns
Edging patterns are commonly used as trim for linens and often have matching insertions which are rectangular strips inserted into linens. These insertions can be very narrow or very wide. Simply by choosing one of these insertions, you can knit or crochet the length you require for accessories. By using elastic thread, they have flexibility and it is easier to keep their shape.
It is suggested you test the stretch of the elastic before making as the article you make will have to fit over your hand, head or shoulders. An alternative is to join the two ends with clear snaps, hooks or tie with ribbon.
There are a variety of insertion patterns; wide or narrow, filled or lacy, easy to make or more challenging. Some are knit and some are crochet.
It is suggested you test the stretch of the elastic before making as the article you make will have to fit over your hand, head or shoulders. An alternative is to join the two ends with clear snaps, hooks or tie with ribbon.
There are a variety of insertion patterns; wide or narrow, filled or lacy, easy to make or more challenging. Some are knit and some are crochet.
Crochet Headband Free Pattern
This is an example of a head band crocheted with elastic thread.
Materials:
No. 4 crochet hook
Elastic metallic yarn
optional ribbon to tie ends
Size:
2 inches wide in shell stitch
Length as desired
Abbreviations:
ch chain
st stitch
sk skip
sl st slip stitch
sp space
dc double crochet
Row 1: Ch 16, dc in 4th st from hook, dc in same st, sk 2 ch, sl st in next st, repeat from * across; ch 4, turn.
Row 2: 2 dc in sl st of previous row, sl st in ch-3 lp of shell, * ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, sl st in ch-3 of next shell, repeat from * across row; ch 4, turn. Repeat this row for desired length.
Sew ends together or sew ribbon at each end to tie.
Materials:
No. 4 crochet hook
Elastic metallic yarn
optional ribbon to tie ends
Size:
2 inches wide in shell stitch
Length as desired
Abbreviations:
ch chain
st stitch
sk skip
sl st slip stitch
sp space
dc double crochet
Row 1: Ch 16, dc in 4th st from hook, dc in same st, sk 2 ch, sl st in next st, repeat from * across; ch 4, turn.
Row 2: 2 dc in sl st of previous row, sl st in ch-3 lp of shell, * ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, sl st in ch-3 of next shell, repeat from * across row; ch 4, turn. Repeat this row for desired length.
Sew ends together or sew ribbon at each end to tie.
Knitting Edgings and Insertions in PDF Format
This is an antique Priscilla pattern book with knit edgings.
Vintage Crochet Pattern Books in PDF Format
Vintage pattern books have a variety of edging and insertion patterns to crochet. Choose from widw or narrow, try a floral insertion.
Handkerchief Edgings
Spool No. 282
Edgings
Spool No. 162, 1941
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Handkerchief Edgings
Spool No. 282
Edgings
Spool No. 162, 1941
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