How to Crochet a Cuff
This crochet project is sure to be a success for even a beginner hand-worker, and it only takes basic crochet stitches to make a stylish, handmade cuff. With scrap yarn you have around the house, you can create the perfect raw material for a crocheted cuff, with a project that's not only frugal but also fashionable. Similar to a wide bracelet, a crocheted cuff works well with casual or formal attire. Make them for gifts that your friends and family will love to show off.
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Things You'll Need
- Measuring tape
- Medium weight multi-colored yarn, 1 ball
- Crochet hook size E (3.5mm)
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Medium weight solid colored yarn to match multi-colored yarn, 1 ball
- Sewing needle and thread
- Beads (optional)
Instructions
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Cuff
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Measure the distance around your wrist, or around the person's wrist who will be wearing the bracelet. Add one inch to the measurement. This will be the diameter of the cuff.
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2
Make a row of chain stitches. When the chain is as long as the measurement made in the first step, joint the end of the chain to the beginning with a slip stitch.
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3
Make 3 chain stitches, then single crochet in the same stitch. Make a half double crochet stitch in each stitch around until you come back to the beginning of the round. Make a slip stitch in the first stitch of that round.
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4
Make one chain stitch at the beginning of the next round. Make a single crochet stitch in the same stitch. Make a single crochet stitch in each stitch around the bracelet.
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5
Alternate rounds 3 and 4 for the next several rows. Stop when the bracelet reaches the desired width.
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6
Cast the yarn off and weave the tail using a yarn needle.
Flower Embellishment
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Make 12 chain stitches using the solid colored yarn. Join the last stitch to the first using a slip stitch.
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Chain one and single crochet in the first stitch. Make three, half-double crochet stitches in the next stitch. Make a single crochet stitch in the next stitch. Repeat around the loop to create the flower petals.
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Cast the yarn off and weave the tail using a yarn needle. Sew the flower embellishment to the center of the cuff.
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Tips & Warnings
Use a solid colored yarn to make the cuff, and a muti-colored yarn for the flower.
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