Instructions
Free crochet baby necktie and bowtie pattern Basics
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- •This Free crochet baby necktie and bowtie pattern includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
- •Skill Level: Easy. Designed by Randy Cavaliere.
- •1. Necktie will fit toddler child. Increase or decrease neckband chains on each size to adjust for a larger or smaller neck.
- •2. For a longer necktie, add additional rows between Rows 9–12 and Rows 28–31.
- •3. Continue working in back loops only until instructed otherwise.
- •Check out more baby crochet patterns for matching sets.
- •Helpful resources: Ravelry.
Bowtie Tie
0/24Ch 2.
Row 1 (right side): Sc in 2nd ch from hook, turn—1 sc.
Row 2: Ch 1, 3 sc in sc, turn—3 sc.
Row 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc, turn—5 sc.
Rows 4–6: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each sc to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, turn—13 sc.
Note: Continue working in back loops only until instructed otherwise.
Rows 7–8: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each remaining sc, turn—13 sc.
Row 9–12: Ch 1, sc in each sc, turn.
Row 13: Ch 1, slip st in first sc, sc in each sc, turn—12 sc and 1 slip st.
Row 14: Ch 1, slip st in first sc, sc in each sc, slip st in last slip st, turn—11 sc and 2 slip st.
Row 15: Ch 1, skip first slip st, sc in each sc, slip st in last slip st, turn—11 sc and 1 slip st.
Row 16: Ch 1, skip first slip st, sc in each sc, turn—11 sc.
Row 17: Repeat Row 9.
Row 18: Ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 1, skip next st, sc in next st; repeat from * across, turn—6 sc and 5 ch-1 spaces.
Row 19: Ch 1, sc in first st, sc in next ch-1 space, *ch 1, skip next st, sc in next ch-1 space; repeat from * to last st, sc in last st, turn—7 sc and 4 ch-1 spaces.
Row 20: Ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 1, skip next st, sc in next ch-1 space; repeat from * to last 2 st, ch 1, skip next st, sc in last st, turn—6 sc and 5 ch-1 spaces.
Rows 21–26: Repeat Rows 19 and 20 three times.
Row 27: Ch 1, sc in first st, *sc in next ch-1 space, sc in next st; repeat from * to last st, sc in last st, turn—11 sc.
Rows 28–31: Repeat Row 9.
Rows 32–35: Repeat Rows 13–16—9 sc.
Rows 36–38: Repeat Row 9.
Rows 39–41: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc to last 2 st, sc2tog, turn—3 sc.
Row 42: Repeat Row 9. Place marker on end of row for placement of cinch band.
Rows 43-47: Repeat Row 4—13 sc. Do not turn at end of Row 47.
Neck Band
0/1Row 48: Ch 29, working through back bar, slip st in 6th ch from hook (buttonhole loop made) and in each ch across, working through back loops only, sc in each st, ch 29, working through back bar, slip st in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across; join with slip st in end of row. Fasten off.
Cinch Band
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- •For more crochet necktie ideas, browse our crochet accessories collection.
Ch 9.
Row 1: Working in back bar, slip st in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across—8 st. Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.
Finishing
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- •Wrap the cinch band around the marked row and sew in place on the wrong side. Sew button to band. Weave in ends. To block, mist with water, shape and allow to dry.
- •For more guidance on blocking, refer to Craft Yarn Council.
Wrap cinch band around marked row and sew in place on wrong side.
Sew button to band.
Weave in ends.
To block, mist with water, shape and allow to dry.
FAQ
Questions about this pattern
Is Free Crochet Baby Necktie and Bowtie Pattern good for beginners?+
Yes. Free Crochet Baby Necktie and Bowtie Pattern is marked easy and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.
What yarn weight do I need for Free Crochet Baby Necktie and Bowtie Pattern?+
This pattern lists DK / Light (3). If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.
How long does Free Crochet Baby Necktie and Bowtie Pattern take to crochet?+
The estimated time is 4-6 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.
Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+
Yes. The pattern gauge is 6 sc = 1” (2.5 cm) in pattern; 5 rows = 1” (2.5 cm).. Use the listed hook size, 2.75mm (C-2 US), unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.
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