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QP July 2020 – Beaded Crochet Jewelry Set

Beaded Crochet Jewelry Set

July 2020 QuickProjects

Clockwise from upper left: Beaded Checkered Bracelet, Beaded Striped Bracelet, Beaded Dispersed Stands, Beaded Centered Strands. At center, Flower with beaded center.

Designed by Lauren Samar for Yarn Bits Shop

Feel free to email for pattern help or questions: help@yarnbitsshop.com

This is the first time Yarn Bits Shop featured either beaded crochet or jewelry!  Beaded crochet is most commonly seen with the beaded crochet rope and it is not as commonly used in crochet. There are two main patterns provided with multiple variations for each. Regardless- these patterns are perfect for gifts and to wear yourself! More beads will be needed to make multiple items from this one skein of yarn since the yardage need is not high for jewelry. Look for more pattern ideas for this yarn from Yarn Bits Shop in mid-July or so too!

Beaded Crochet Jewelry Set Pattern

Supplies: One skein of Universal Yarn Universe, 40g (or more!) seed beads, size C crochet hook, darning needle for weaving in ends.

Skill: Level noted with each pattern

Gauge: N/A

Dimensions: Dependent on sizing preferences

Abbreviations

ch – chain

bch – bead ch

sl st – slip stitch

sp – space

sc – single crochet

bsc – bead single crochet

hdc – half double crochet

dc – double crochet

tr – triple crochet

 

Bead Stitches

When crocheting with beads, first string all beads needed before crocheting any part of the project. More beads than needed is safer if you don’t want to count the needed beads beforehand. With this yarn, wetting the end is usually sufficient for beading. To make it even easier, use clear nail polish (or not clear nail polish if you don’t have any clear!) and paint the tip. Let it dry and you’ll have a hardened end to make it easier to bead the string!

After beading, begin crocheting pattern as directed and push beads down if not being used. When there is a bead stitch, slide bead up as needed. Follow directions below for stitches used in this pattern booklet:

bead chain (bch): slide bead to hook, yo and pull through loop

bead single crochet (bsc): place hook through sp, yo and pull through sp, slide bead to hook, yo and pull through both loops (secures bead in place to the BACK of the work)

To give more options for patterns, the base pattern is presented first WITHOUT any beaded stitches. Then the following patterns (next page after base pattern) outlines the pattern with beads. See pages 3-4 for the bracelet patterns and page 5-6 for the necklace patterns. See page 7-8 for the crochet flowers with and without beaded centers that can be added to the base pattern for the bracelet and necklace. Images of several variations are on page 8.

For all patterns, instead of suggested clasp options, a lobster clasp can be added to one end and the clasp can pick up the opposite end easily. Lobster clasps can be found in jewelry sections of craft stores.

Bracelet Base Pattern {Beginners Level}

This one is WITHOUT BEADS- see next page for beaded variations.

Beginning Triangle:

Row 1: leaving a long tail, slip knot, ch 2, 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook, turn (3 sc)

Row 2: ch 1, sc in each sp across, turn (3 sc)

Row 3: ch 1, 2 sc in first sp, sc in next sp, 2 sc in last sp, turn (5 sc)

Row 4: ch 1, sc in each sp across, turn (5 sc)

Row 5: ch 1, 2 sc in first sp, sc in next 3 sp, 2 sc in last sp, turn (7 sc)

Row 6: ch 1, sc in each sp across, turn (7 sc)

Row 7: ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 5 sp, 2 sc in last sp, turn (9 sc) 

Note: if you would like the bracelet to be narrower, skip row 7 to keep it at 7 sc wide.

Center Strip

Row 1-31: ch 1, sc in each sp across, turn (9 sc)

Add/remove rows as needed to cover wrist circumference minus 5 or 7 rows (gap is there for the next 5 or 7 rows). 5 rows for if it’s 7 sc width or 7 rows for 9 sc width.

Ending Triangle:

Row 1: ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 5, sc2tog, turn (7 sc)

Row 2: ch 1, sc in each sp across, turn (7 sc)

Row 3: ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 3, sc2tog, turn (5 sc)

Row 4: ch 1, sc in each sp across, turn (5 sc)

 Row 5: ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next sp, sc2tog, turn (3 sc) 

Row 6: ch 1, sc in each across, turn (3 sc)

 Row 7: ch 1, sc3tog, fasten off with long tail (1 sc)

Beaded Crochet Bracelet:

Beginning/Ending Triangle are the same but what changes is the center strip. Every other row has beads and two beading patterns are offered below.

Beaded Stripes Bracelet {Beginners-Intermediate Level}

Complete Beginning Triangle then:

Row 1: ch 1, sc in each sp across, turn (9 sc)

Row 2: ch 1, bsc in each sp across, turn (9 bsc)

Repeat Rows 1-2 until desired length is reached 

Row 31: ch 1, sc in each sp across, turn (9 sc)

Then: complete Ending Triangle

Beaded Checkered Bracelet {Beginners-Intermediate Level}

Complete Beginning Triangle then:

Row 1: ch 1, sc in each sp across, turn (9 sc)

Row 2: ch 1, bsc in first sp, *sc in next, bsc in next**, repeat from * to ** across (ending with bsc), turn (5 bsc and 4 sc)

Row 3: repeat row 1

Row 4: ch 1, sc in first sp, bsc in next, sc in next, repeat from * to ** across (ending with sc), turn (5 sc and 4 bsc)

Repeat 1-4 until desired length is reached.

If you want to end the same way started, repeat row 1-2 to finish the center strip.

Then: complete Ending Triangle

Finish with adjustable closure with square knots with additional length of yarn by completing a series of macrame square knots with strands from points of triangle at center. Add a bead to each strand and knot off end. Each end can be used to pull through square knots to open/close the bracelet.

Necklace Base Pattern {Beginners Level}

This one is WITHOUT BEADS- see next page for beaded variations.

Make two of the following:

Complete Beginning Triangle from Page 3 then:

Row 8: ch 1, sc in each sp across, turn (9 sc)

Row 9: ch 1, sc in each sp across, fasten off (9 sc)

This will result in 9 strands in the necklace. If a narrower necklace is desired, only complete rows 1-6 of the Beginning Triangle then one extra row of sc in each sp.

After both Beginning Triangles are complete, follow below for creating strands and check often that they are not twisted or off in length.

Strand 1: sl st in first sp of ONE of the Beginning Triangles, ch until desired length is reached- This is the shortest strand of all so test out the length that is comfortable! 1-3 inches below neck in the front is usually good and the clasp is adjustable so that will give some wiggle room. If your chains are consistent, feel free to keep track of the number of stitches. But if your chains are not consistent, use the overall length. In the 2nd Beginner Triangle, sl st into first sp. When tied together, the strands will go from top to bottom of the triangle at the back of the neck.

Strand 2: sl st into next sp on 2nd Triangle, ch until about 1-2 inches longer than Strand 1. If more separation is desired, make it longer but keep it consistent between all strands. In the 1st Beginner Triangle, sl st into sp next to first strand starting point.

Strands 3-9: Repeat strand 2 until all sp are filled on both triangles (checking with each strand that it looks as desired). Fasten off.

Beaded Crochet Necklace:

The Beginning Triangles are the same but what changes strands containing beads! The first one is beads spread out throughout all the strands. The second one is the beads concentrated at the center of the front of the necklace.

Dispersed Beaded Strands {Beginners-Intermediate Level}

After making the two Beginning Triangles:

Strand 1: sl st in first sp of 1st Triangle, ch 4, *bch, ch 4*, repeat from * to ** until desired length is reached, sl st into 1st sp of 2nd triangle

Strand 2: sl st in next sp on triangle, ch 4, bch, *ch 4, bch*, repeat from * to ** until desired length (1-2 inches longer than strand 1) is reached, ch 2, sl st into next sp on 1st Triangle.

Repeat Strands 1-2 until all strands are completed.

Beaded Centered Strands {Beginners-Intermediate Level}

After making the two Beginning Triangles:

Strand 1: sl st in first sp of 1st Triangle, ch until center of strand (back-to-center-length for future reference) is reached, bch 5 times, ch equal length (back-to-center-length) as first half before beaded center, sl st into 1st sp of 2nd triangle.

Strand 2: sl st in next sp on triangle, ch same length as back-to-center-length from strand 1, bch 9 times, ch equal length as first half before beaded center, sl st into 2nd sp of 1st triangle. Check that strands are separated and not twisted when holding up/on the neck.

Strand 3: Repeat strand 2, except (at center) complete 13 bch.

Strand 4: Repeat strand 2, except (at center) complete 17 bch. 

Strand 5: Repeat strand 2, except (at center) complete 21 bch.

Strand 6: Repeat strand 2, except (at center) complete 25 bch.

Strand 7: Repeat strand 2, except (at center) complete 29 bch. Fasten off if only doing 7 strands. Otherwise, continue with the last 2 strands.

Strand 8: Repeat strand 2, except (at center) complete 33 bch.

Strand 9: Repeat strand 2, except (at center) complete 37 bch. Fasten off.

To finish necklace: chs on either end to tie by: sl st to point of triangle and ch length desired and fasten off. Complete for the other end. Use ch to tie ends together. Could do bch at triangle point to add some beads to tie!

Flower {Intermediate}

Round 1: Make magic ring. ch 2 and sc 10 in ring, sl st to beg sc.

Round 2: ch 1, *(sc, dc) in same sp, ch 1, (dc, sc) in next sp**, repeat from * to ** around to make the beginning of 5 petals, sl st to beg sc.

Round 3: ch 1, *sc in first sp of petal, (hdc, dc) in next sp, (dc, tr, dc) inch-sp, (dc, hdc) in next sp, sc in last sp of petal**, repeat from * to ** around, sl st to beg sc. {Fasten off with long tail here for smaller flower, continue for 1 more round for larger flower}

Round 4: ch 1, *sc in next 2 sp, hdc in next sp, (hdc, dc) in next sp, (dc, tr, dc) in next (center) sp, (dc, hdc) in next sp, hdc in next sp, sc in next 2 sp**, repeat from * to ** around, sl st to beg sc. Fasten off.

Finishing flowers (regardless of size)

Note: If you want to keep flatter, skip the next steps.

Shaping petals: *Sl st into first sp of petal, sl st to last sp of same petal (pinching them together)**, repeat from * to ** for all 5 petals. Fasten off if the beaded center is not desired.

Beaded center: bch, sl st into sp below, *bch, sl st into next sp**, repeat around. Fasten off and pull the end through center to bottom. Use to sew onto bracelet/necklace as desired. Attaching to bracelet is a bit easier and with the necklace, strands can be crochet together at one point THEN flower attached.

Pattern Declaimer

This is a paid pattern originally designed for a Yarn Bits Shop subscription box. 

You have permission to sell any item made from this pattern. However, you are not allowed to resell, distribute, duplicate, or share this pattern or downloads in any printed or digital form (in full), or to claim the pattern as your own original design. If you want to sell or share a picture of your work from this pattern, please clearly credit the design to me: Lauren Samar of Yarn Bits Shop (with link to the website when applicable). 

Occasionally a mistake or typo falls through, please report them via email (help@yarnbitsshop.com) and the pattern will be updated accordingly.