Create a Beautiful Crochet Mobile or Wall Hanging
Introduction
Imagine a beautiful crochet creation that can be used as a mobile or wall hanging, bringing a touch of sunshine into any room. This unique piece features intricate crochet work in vibrant shades of yellow and orange, reminiscent of a sunny day. The design includes delicate sun motifs, fluffy clouds, and perhaps even a few cheerful birds to complete the sunny day theme.
This crochet mobile or wall hanging is perfect for adding a pop of color and whimsy to a nursery, playroom, or any space in need of a little sunshine.The handmade nature of this piece adds a special touch, making it a one-of-a-kind decoration that is sure to brighten up any room. Whether you choose to hang it above a crib, in a cozy corner, or on a blank wall that needs some love, this sunny day-inspired crochet creation is sure to bring joy and warmth to your home.
Materials Needed
I used:
- Yarn
- A 3 mm hook
- A wood stick about 29 cm / 11.4 inches
- The finished product is about 66 cm / 26 inches
Enjoy!
Abbreviations Key
(U.S.):
R: Round
sc: single crochet
sl st: slip stitch
inc: increase
dec: decrease
ch: chain
hdc: half double crochet
dc: double crochet
mr: magic ring
**: repeat to the end of round
(...) x...: repeat the inside of parentheses according to the indicated number, example: (...) x2
[...] total stitches at the end of round
Creating the Sun
We are going to be making two circles.
R1: 6 sc in mr, close with sl st.
R2: *sc inc* [12]
R3: *1 sc, sc inc* [18]
R4: *2 sc, sc inc* [24]
R5: *3 sc, sc inc* [30]
R6: *4 sc, sc inc* [36]
Once we have the second circle, we'll change the color on the last stitch of R6 and join the two pieces with 36 sc around. Now we are going to be making the little sunbeams:
*3 ch, 1 sc in first ch, 1 hdc in next ch, 1 sl st in last ch, 1 sl st in next sc* repeat all around.
To finish the last details, we'll sew on a little V-shaped mouth and make 2 magic circles of 6 sc for the rosy cheeks to sew at the sides.
Creating the Clouds
Make 2 clouds.
We'll make 2 ovals.
Base: 7 ch
R1: sc inc, 4 sc, 3 sc in last ch, 5 sc, sc inc [16]
R2: *1 sc, sc inc* [24]
R3: *2 sc, sc inc* [32]
R4: Once we have the second oval, don't cut the yarn and join the two pieces with 32 sc around.
R5: *5 dc in the same sc, skip 1 sc, 1 sc, skip 1 sc* repeat around.
Creating the Rainbow
Make 2.
Starting with purple.
R1: 10 ch
R2: *2 hdc, hdc inc* [12]
Change to light blue.
R3: 1 ch, turn, *3 hdc, hdc inc* [15]
Change to green.
R4: 1 ch, turn, *2 hdc, hdc inc* [20]
Change to yellow.
R5: 1 ch, turn, *3 hdc, hdc inc* [25]
Change to orange.
R6: 1 ch, turn, (2 hdc, hdc inc) x7, 4 hdc [32]
Change to pink.
R7: 1 ch, turn, *3 hdc, hdc inc* [40]
R8: 1 ch, turn, 40 hdc
R9: 1 ch, turn, *3 hdc, hdc dec* [32]
Change to orange.
R10: 1 ch, turn, (2 hdc, hdc dec) x7, 4 hdc [25]
Change to yellow.
R11: 1 ch, turn, 25 hdc
Change to green.
R12: 1 ch, turn, *3 hdc, hdc dec* [20]
Change to light blue.
R13: 1 ch, turn, *2 hdc, hdc dec* [15]
Change to purple.
R14: 1 ch, turn, *1 hdc, hdc dec* [10]
When we have the rainbow with white yarn, we are going to crochet sc in the back loop all around, starting on one side, cut yarn leaving a long tail.
You'll close that with a needle while stuffing lightly and giving shape.
Notes
NOTE 1: I recommend using the changing color technique in which we change the last stitch of the round before we want the new color to begin.
NOTE 2: Try to hide the ends as you go or you'll end up with a mess of yarn hanging from everywhere.
Creating the Raindrops
Make 3 of different colors.
R1: 6 sc in mr, close with sl st
R2: *sc inc* [12]
R3: *3 sc, sc inc* [15]
R4-5: 15 sc
R6: *3 sc, sc dec* [12]
R7: *2 sc, sc dec* [9]
R8: *1 sc, sc dec* [6]
Close. Leave a long tail approximately 60 cm / 23 inches.
Joining the Pieces
When we have all the pieces done we'll join:
- Raindrop, cloud, rainbow.
- Raindrop, sun.
- Raindrop, rainbow, cloud.
To join, you'll use a yarn needle, using the tail of the raindrop to go through each piece from the back. Now you need to estimate how long each part is going to hang and with the yarn remaining roll it around the wood several times, make a little knot and secure it using the needle and going through the loops.
To finish, we are going to make a chain as long as you want, leaving long ends at the start and the end. You'll use it to hang the mobile. To join this, you are going to do the same as with the raindrops.
It's done!