Happy summer! Here in Kentucky it has been raining a lot this spring and summer, and when it’s not raining it’s super hot and humid! But I’ve got big plans for Independence Day this year with some friends coming into town, so hoping the weather will be dry and mild. Other big plans include: launching my blog and my very first free crochet pattern! eep!
When I was just starting out with crochet, I used to think it was more of a winter sport — what could I do with a bunch of hats and scarves in the summer!? However, as the years have gone on, I’ve realized that there are about a million things you can crochet in the summer: home decor, kitchen accessories like potholders, trivets, and even dish sponges, lightweight clothing like tank tops and bathing suit cover ups, bags and backpacks, the list goes on! So when I was brainstorming some July 4th decorations for the party I’m having, I decided to create a crocheted banner. This is a simple pattern, great for beginners and looks great hung on the wall or mantel.
SUPPLIES NEEDED
- Any worsted weight (#4) yarn. I used Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn in red, white, and blue (less than one skein of each needed)
- Size I/5.5mm hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
STITCH KEY (U.S. Terms)
For the Banner:
SC (Single Crochet)
SC Increase (two SCs in the same stitch)
For the Stars:
HDC (Half-Double Crochet)
DC (Double Crochet)
TRC (Triple Crochet)
NOTE: Gauge is not important for this project.
RED, WHITE, AND BLUE BANNER PATTERN
To make the banner, start with red yarn:
6 SC into a magic circle (do not slip stitch to the beginning). ch 1, turn.
Row 1: *1 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
You’ll be working in rows to make a half circle. Your work should look like this after the first row:
Row 2: *2 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 3: *3 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 4: *4 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 5: *5 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 6: *6 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 7: *7 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 8: *8 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 9: *9 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 10: *10 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around.
Tie off and weave in ends.
Switch to white yarn:
Row 11: ch 1, *11 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 12: *12 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 13: *13 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 14: *14 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 15: *15 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 16: *16 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 17: *17 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 18: *18 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 19: *19 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 20: *20 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around.
Tie off and weave in ends.
Switch to blue yarn:
Row 21 : ch 1, *21 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 22: *22 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 23: *23 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 24: *24 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 25: *25 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 26: *26 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 27: *27 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 28: *28 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 29: *29 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 30: *30 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around.
Tie off and weave in ends.
Switch to white yarn:
Row 31: ch 1, *31 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 32: *32 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 33: *33 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 34: *34 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 35: *35 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 36: *36 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 37: *37 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 38: *38 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 39: *39 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 40: *40 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around.
Tie off and weave in ends.
Switch to red yarn:
Row 41: ch 1, *41 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 42: *42 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 43: *43 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 44: *44 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 45: *45 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 46: *46 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 47: *47 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 48: *48 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 49: *49 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around. ch 1, turn.
Row 50: *50 SC, SC Increase in the next* Repeat from * to * around.
Tie off and weave in all ends.
To make the stars, use white yarn. Make 6:
Round 1: ch 2 and 15 HDC into a magic circle. Slip Stitch to beginning Ch.
Round 2: *Ch. 4, HDC in 2nd chain from hook, DC in next chain, TRC in last chain (closest to the center of the star), skip two stitches and slip stitch in the next stitch* Repeat from * to * four more times.
Using a yarn/tapestry needle, sew the stars onto the blue portion of the banner (two on each of the 3 sides).
And you’re done! If you enjoyed this free crochet pattern, please share this post or your finished products on social media and tag #sweethomekentucky for a chance to be featured!
Use the link below to access the paid printable version of this pattern on Ravelry:
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