Crochet Apple Necklace Tutorial

Introduction

Oh, the crochet apple necklace is absolutely adorable! It's a charming little accessory that adds a touch of whimsy to any outfit. The intricate crochet work makes each apple pendant unique and delightful, perfect for a fun and casual look. Whether you're heading to a picnic or a cozy gathering, this sweet necklace is sure to bring a smile to your face. It's a lovely way to show off your love for all things handmade and cute!

Materials

• 2.25 mm crochet hook
• Less than 1 oz of crochet thread (I used off white and green)
• You can use red or gold in place of the green for a different look
• Needle to weave in ends
• Puffy paint (I used chocolate brown)
• Fabric stiffener

Gauge

*Gauge is not important for this pattern.

Terms and Stitches Used

• Ch: Chain
• St: Stitch
• Dc: Double crochet

Notes

• This necklace is worked back and forth, with a turn at the beginning of each row starting on row 3.
• The ch 3 at the beginning of the rows can also be replaced with a standing dc.

Finished Measurements

• Height: 2.25″, 13″ with straps
• Width: 4.5″

Pattern Instructions

1. Row 1: Ch 4 slip st to form a ring. *Note: if you want to replace this with a magic circle, you can.
2. Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as a dc), dc 9 times into the ring – 10 dcs.
3. Row 3: Turn, ch 3, dc into the first st, dc once into the next st, dc twice into the next st, *dc into the next st, dc twice into the next st,* repeat from * to * 3 more times – 15 dcs.
4. Row 4: Turn, ch 3, dc into the first st, dc once into the next 2 sts, *dc twice into the next st, dc once into the next 2 sts,* repeat from * to * 3 more times – 20 dcs.
5. Row 5: Turn, ch 3, dc into the first st, dc once into the next 3 sts, *dc twice into the next st, dc once into the next 3 sts,* repeat from * to * 3 more times – 25 dcs.
6. Row 6: Turn, ch 3, dc into the first st, dc once into the next 4 sts, *dc twice into the next st, dc once into the next 4 sts,* repeat from * to * 3 more times – 30 dcs.
7. Row 7: Turn, ch 3, dc into the first st, dc once into the next 5 sts, *dc twice into the next st, dc once into the next 5 sts,* repeat from * to * 3 more times – 35 dcs.
8. Row 8: Turn, ch 3, dc into the first st, dc once into the next 6 sts, *dc twice into the next st, dc once into the next 6 sts,* repeat from * to * 3 more times – 40 dcs.
9. Row 9: Turn, ch 3, dc into the first st, dc once into the next 7 sts, *dc twice into the next st, dc once into the next 7 sts,* repeat from * to * 3 more times – 45 dcs.
10. Row 10: Turn, ch 3, dc into the first st, dc once into the next 8 sts, *dc twice into the next st, dc once into the next 8 sts,* repeat from * to * 3 more times – 50 dcs.
11. Fasten off with this color.
12. Row 11: Ch 90 (this will be one of the straps) starting on the first dc/ch 3 from row 10, dc twice into the first st, dc once into the next 9 sts, *dc twice into the next st, dc once into the next 9 sts,* repeat from * to * 3 more times, ch 90 (this is the second strap) – 55 dcs.
13. Fasten off with this color.

*Note: If you want to use metal chains for jewelry making, just skip the 90 chs at the beginning of row 11.

Finishing

Stiffen the apple with fabric stiffener.