Diy candy corn crochet: a halloween hook-tacular
What To Know
- To add a stem to your candy corn, crochet a small chain of stitches in brown or green yarn.
- Attach the chain to the top of the candy corn and secure it with a knot.
- To make a candy corn garland, crochet a bunch of candy corns and string them together with yarn or ribbon.
Looking for a fun and festive way to decorate your home this fall? Why not crochet some adorable candy corn? This easy-to-follow guide will show you how to crochet candy corn in no time.
Materials You’ll Need
- Worsted weight yarn in orange, yellow, and white
- Crochet hook size H (5.00 mm)
- Yarn needle
Instructions
1. Crochet the Orange Base
- Make a magic circle with orange yarn.
- Ch 1, then sc 6 into the circle.
- Pull the circle tight.
- Ch 1, then sc 2 into each stitch around. (12 sc)
- Ch 1, then sc 3 into each stitch around. (18 sc)
- Ch 1, then sc 4 into each stitch around. (24 sc)
- Ch 1, then sc 5 into each stitch around. (30 sc)
2. Crochet the Yellow Middle
- Fasten off the orange yarn and attach yellow yarn.
- Ch 1, then sc 5 into each stitch around. (30 sc)
- Ch 1, then sc 4 into each stitch around. (24 sc)
- Ch 1, then sc 3 into each stitch around. (18 sc)
- Ch 1, then sc 2 into each stitch around. (12 sc)
3. Crochet the White Top
- Fasten off the yellow yarn and attach white yarn.
- Ch 1, then sc 6 into the circle.
- Pull the circle tight and fasten off.
4. Finishing Touches
- Weave in any loose ends.
- Embroider a black line around the edges of each layer to create the candy corn stripes.
Variations
1. Add a Stem
- To add a stem to your candy corn, crochet a small chain of stitches in brown or green yarn.
- Attach the chain to the top of the candy corn and secure it with a knot.
2. Make a Garland
- To make a candy corn garland, crochet a bunch of candy corns and string them together with yarn or ribbon.
- You can also add other festive items to the garland, such as leaves or pumpkins.
Tips
- Use a yarn needle to weave in the loose ends and embroider the stripes.
- Be sure to pull the yarn tight when you make the magic circle.
- If you don’t have a yarn needle, you can use a regular needle or even a toothpick.
Conclusion: Crochet Your Way to a Sweet Fall
Crocheting candy corn is a fun and easy way to add a touch of fall to your home. With a few simple stitches, you can create these adorable decorations that will brighten up any space. So grab your hook and yarn and get started today!
FAQs
Q: What type of yarn should I use?
A: Worsted weight yarn is the best choice for crocheting candy corn. It’s thick enough to create a sturdy candy corn, but not too thick that it’s difficult to work with.
Q: What size crochet hook should I use?
A: A size H (5.00 mm) crochet hook is the best size for crocheting candy corn. This size hook will create a candy corn that is the perfect size for hanging on a tree or garland.
Q: How do I make the stripes on the candy corn?
A: To make the stripes on the candy corn, you will need to embroider black lines around the edges of each layer. You can use a yarn needle or a regular needle to do this.