Simple Crochet Bookmark – A Free Crochet Pattern

Are you ready for a quick crochet pattern? I am always looking for easy gift ideas that I can make in a jiffy and I am happy to share this NEW design with you. This bookmark pattern is part of the Christmas in July event hosted by Underground Crafter. Join in the fun with a different free pattern each day in July and a giveaway. Find all the patterns HERE.

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ABBREVIATIONS:

• ch – chain
• st – stitch
• sl st – slip stitch
• hdc – half double crochet
• MC – main color
• CC – contrasting color
• PM – place marker

MATERIALS:

• G/4mm hook
• A very small amount of ww (#4) yarn
• Red Heart Super Saver – Artist Print
• Red Heart Super Saver – White
• Darning needle
• Tape measure
• Scissors
• Stitch Marker

NOTES:

• This is an advanced beginner pattern.
• Read through the entire pattern before you begin.
• This pattern is written in US terms.
• Ch 1 does not count as a stitch.
• When making the bookmark, I alternated MC and CC each round and dropped the yarn when not in use.
• The pattern instructions are for size small, large is listed in brackets.
• Feel free to use any size yarn and hook for this pattern, just note that the yardage and dimensions will be different than below.

Dimensions: Small: Approx. 6.5″ x 1″ Large: Approx. 8.5″ x 1″

Gauge: Gauge is not essential for this pattern.

**If you want to learn more about gauge with a detailed photo tutorial to walk you though it, check out the All about Gauge Page.

Yarn Options:

I love how versatile this pattern is because you can use any size hook and yarn! A few suggestions for a thinner bookmark is to use dk (#3) weight yarn and a 3mm hook, such as the one below using yarn from Mountains of Yarn. To make an even thinner bookmark, use a 1mm hook and fine (#1) yarn.

Save this bookmark pattern for later by pinning on Pinterest by clicking the graphic below.

The bookmark above was made using hand dyed yarn from Big Knitters with a 3mm hook. I love crocheting with such bright yarn because it makes me happy. I also love supporting indie yarn dyers and creating new designs.

To purchase an easy to print pattern PDF on Ravelry, click the graphic above!

TESTER PHOTOS

I could not have brought this pattern to life without the help of my fabulous testing team! Check out all of their color combinations below!

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Lets Get Started!

NOTE: If you would like to change the size of your bookmark, make sure to start with a multiple of 10 chains.

Bookmark Instructions:

Round 1: With MC, ch 30 (40), hdc in second ch from hook, sl st, *hdc, sl st* repeat from * to * until last st in row, 2 hdc in last st (PM in 1st hdc).
Rotate your bookmark to work in the other side of the chains. *sl, hdc* repeat from * to * across. Sl st to first st. (58, 78)

Round 2: With CC, ch 1, 2 hdc in first st, hdc, *sl st, hdc* repeat from * to * until marker from first row, 2 hdc in next st (PM in 2nd hdc), 2 hdc, repeat from * to * around, sl st in last st, do not sl st to first st. (61, 80)

Round 3: With MC, 3 sl st, hdc, *sl st, hdc* repeat from * to * until marker from second round. Remove marker. 3 sl st, hdc, repeat from * to * around. Sl st in last st, sl st to first st. (61, 80)

Cut yarn and weave in ends.

Congratulations your bookmark is now complete!

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This bookmark is a Pine Tree Crochet original pattern. Please do not copy any part of this pattern, use the photos as your own or claim the pattern as you own, but link back to the blog to allow others to enjoy this pattern.

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