The Forest Fern Wall Hanging Free Pattern

The Forest Fern Wall Hanging Free Pattern

Bring a touch of nature into your home with this charming Forest Fern Wall Hanging. Perfect for adding a rustic, cottagecore vibe to any room, this crochet project is both beautiful and easy to make. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a complete beginner, you'll find this pattern straightforward and enjoyable. Let's get started on creating your own piece of nature-inspired decor!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in shades of green and brown
• Hook: 5.0 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 14 stitches x 16 rows = 4 inches in single crochet
• Wooden dowel: For hanging (length approximately 12 inches)
• Yarn needle: For weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

Creating the Base Circle

1. Begin with a magic ring. To create a magic ring, wrap the yarn around your fingers to form a loop, then pull a loop of yarn through the center of the ring.
2. Round 1: Chain 1 (Ch 1), then work 6 single crochet (sc) stitches into the ring. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc. You should have 6 stitches total.
3. Round 2: Ch 1, then work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join with sl st. You should have 12 stitches total.
4. Round 3: Ch 1, then (sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch) around. Join with sl st. You should have 18 stitches total.
5. Round 4: Ch 1, then (sc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch) around. Join with sl st. You should have 24 stitches total.
6. Continue increasing in this manner (adding one more sc before each increase) until the circle measures approximately 10 inches in diameter. This will create a nice, sturdy base for your wall hanging.

Creating the Fern Leaves

1. To create the fern leaves, attach your yarn to the edge of the circle using a slip stitch.
2. Row 1: Chain 10 (Ch 10), then sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across. Turn your work.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, then sc in each stitch across. Turn your work.
4. Repeat Row 2 until the leaf measures 6 inches long. This will give your leaves a nice, elongated shape.
5. Fasten off the yarn and weave in the ends using a yarn needle.
6. Repeat the process to make a total of 5 leaves, attaching them evenly around the circle. Space them out so they look balanced and natural.

Finishing Touches

1. To finish your wall hanging, take a wooden dowel and attach it to the top of the circle using yarn. You can wrap the yarn around the dowel and tie it securely.
2. Create a loop with the yarn at the top of the dowel for hanging. Make sure the loop is secure enough to hold the weight of your wall hanging.

Congratulations! You have now completed your Forest Fern Wall Hanging. Hang it on your wall and enjoy the rustic charm it brings to your space. This project is not only a beautiful addition to your home decor but also a wonderful way to practice your crochet skills. Happy crocheting!