SUMMER '22: CROCHET WRISTLET (UPDATED)

The next pattern in our summer series is an update on a favorite that I released last fall. These crochet wristlet keychains are absolutely perfect for markets and would make cute (and useful) gifts.

This beginner friendly project works up in about 10-15 minutes and is one of my favorite items to make for markets. The wristlet is crocheted using the I-cord technique. Don't worry if you've never used this technique before. It's surprisingly easy! If you can make a chain and draw up a loop, you can make this project!

The differences between this pattern and the one posted last fall are:

• uses 3mm cord instead of 5mm cord

• the way the lobster clasp is added

• the method used to seam the ends together

Materials

• 3mm braided cotton cord (8 meters)

• 6mm crochet hook

• swivel lobster clasp

• tapestry needle

• tape measure/ruler

• scissors

Notes

• Pattern is written using standard US terms

Abbreviations

ch = chain

Video Tutorial

Written Pattern

Step 1: Make a slip knot and ch 3.

Step 2: Insert your hook in the second chain from the hook and pull up a loop.

Step 3: Insert your hook into the last chain and pull up a loop. You should have 3 loops on your hook.

Step 4: (At this step, I vary slightly from the normal technique. I prefer to work from left to right.) With the working cord, draw up a loop in the left stitch and then carefully remove it from your hook. Draw up a loop in the middle stitch and carefully remove it from your hook. Draw up a loop in the final stitch but do not remove it from your hook.

Step 5: Return the 1st and 2nd loop to the hook. Bring your working yarn back to the left side. Repeat step 4 until your work measures 13 inches.

Step 6: Cut cord, leaving a 5 inch tail. Slide lobster clasp onto the i-cord before seaming ends together. Seam ends using the horizontal mattress stitch (or method of choice). Secure beginning & ends tails with a double knot. Trim excess to about 1/4inch.

Step 7: Finish off with a wrap knot to hide the seam and tail ends and secure lobster clasp in place.

All done!

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Happy Crafting!

- Krysten

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