Crochet Lantern Cover

Light up your space with this charming crochet lantern cover, perfect for adding a cozy touch to any room. This delightful project features an intricate lace design made with soft white yarn, lending a vintage feel to your decor. Ideal for beginners, this pattern includes detailed instructions to guide you through creating a stunning handmade piece you’ll be proud to display.

Materials

• Worsted weight cotton yarn (100% cotton), approximately 1 ball (about 100g) in white
• Crochet hook size H/8 (5 mm)
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• 1 glass jar or lantern (approximately 4-6 inches tall)
• LED tealight or string lights for safety

Gauge

4 inches = 12 double crochets (dc) in pattern stitch. Exact gauge is not critical for this project.

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sp = space (between stitches)
• sts = stitches

Instructions

1. Start your foundation: Begin by making a slip knot on your hook. Chain 42.
2. Row 1: In the 4th chain from the hook, make 1 double crochet. In the next chain, make 1 double crochet, then chain 1 (this creates an open space). Repeat (dc, ch 1) across the row until the end, making 1 dc in the last chain. Turn your work.
3. Row 2: Chain 3 (counts as first dc). In the next ch-1 space, make 2 double crochets, chain 1. *Skip the next double crochet, in the next ch-1 space, make 3 double crochets, chain 1.* Repeat from * to * until the last ch, making 1 dc in the top of the starting ch-3. Turn your work.
4. Rows 3-10: Repeat Row 2 for a total of 8 additional rows. You should now have a pattern of open spaces and clusters.
5. Edging: For the last row, chain 1. In each chain-1 space across, make 1 single crochet. When you reach the last stitch, make 1 slip stitch to join to your starting stitch.
6. Fasten off: Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing. Use your tapestry needle to weave in all ends.
7. Form the cover: Gently wrap the crocheted piece around the glass jar. Using the long tail, sew or slip stitch the two ends together, making sure it fits snugly around the jar.
8. Add a tie: To create a decorative tie, chain about 40. Use this to cinch the top of the cover around the jar's rim, tying a bow to give it a finished look.
9. Finish: Place an LED tealight or string lights inside the jar to illuminate your beautiful crochet lantern cover.

Enjoy your cozy, handmade lantern cover! Display it on a table, windowsill, or give it as a lovely gift.