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Bow Crochet Pattern Step-By-Step Tutorial

Bow crochet:A wine-red bow appeals because elegance does not have to sacrifice utility. The shade, reminiscent of ripened fruit, settles a warm note that quietly commands attention no matter the season.

Yarn is coaxed into a tidy, balanced bow, the outline preserved with consistent tension across every stitch. The finished shape is stitched to a resilient black hair cord, yielding a headband that supports morning commutes and midnight celebrations alike.

Every piece is assembled by hand, and stray ends are tucked so the surface remains smooth and intentionally polished. Whether perched above a casual ponytail or cinching an evening bun, the bow delivers a burst of color.

In each crocheted accessory the impulse is the same: to marry craftsmanship with something that truly belongs to the wearer.

Material kit of bow crochet pattern

  • Hook: 3.0 mm
  • Yarn( rice write and wine red )
  • Yarn needle
  • Marker

List of necessary tools

  • Scissors
  • hair rope

Abbreviation for bow crochet pattern

These are the required abbreviations for bow crochet pattern

  • ch = Chain stitch
  • sc = Single crochet
  • sl  =Slip stitch
  • st(s) =Stitch(es)
  • mc =Magic circle (or magic ring)
  • dc=Double crochet
  • R=Round
  • sk=Skip

Crochet the main body (wine red yarn )for bow crochet pattern

  • R1:95ch-starting from second to last stitch -(dc,2ch,sk2)repeat
  • R2:5ch,turn over,(dc,2ch)repeat
  • R3:5ch,turn over,(dc,2ch)repeat,ch
  • R4:(sc,3ch)repeat,sl,ch

R1

crochet 95 chain stitches for round 1 for bow crochet

We crochet 95 chain stitches firstly.

starting from second to last stitch for starting for round 1 for bow crochet

Show as picture:starting from seventh back loop to last stitch.

the first double crochet is completed for round 1 for bow crochet

The first double stitch is completed.

crochet 2 chain stitches for round 1 for bow crochet

We crochet 2 chain stitches at the first double stitch.

skip 2 stitches for round 1 for bow crochet

Skip two stitches, we put hook insert the next back loop to crochet the second double stitch.

double stitch is completed for round 1 for bow crochet

The second double stitch is completed .

5 double stitches are completed for round 1 for bow crochet

5 double stitches are completed.

The hook insert the third front loop for round 1 for bow crochet

We crochet 2 chain stitches for last double stitch.

The last double stitch is completed at the last back loop.

round 1 is completed for bow crochet

Round 1 is completed.

R2

crochet 5 chain stitches for round 2 for bow crochet

We crochet 5 chain stitch for round 2.

turn fabric for round 2 for bow crochet

Then turn over fabric . we need find hook location which is previous the first double stitch.(show as orange yarn needle.)

the first double crochet is completed for round 2 for bow crochet

The first double stitch is completed for round 2.

crochet 2 chain stitches for round 2 for bow crochet

Then we crochet 2 chain stitch at the the first double stitch.

the second double stitch is completed for round 2 for bow crochet

The second double stitch is in the previous the second double stitch. (show as picture)

crochet the last second double stitch for round 2 for bow crochet

When we crochet the last the second double stitch for round 2.

the hook insert the third front loop for round 2 for bow crochet

We crochet 2 chain stitches again.

We find out the hook location, which the third back loop as orange needle indication.

the last double crochet is completed for round 2 for bow crochet

Then we crochet the last double stitch for round 2.

round 2 is completed for round 2 for bow crochet

Round 2 is completed.

R3

crochet 5 chain stitches for round 3 for bow crochet

We crochet 5 chain stitch firstly for round 3.

turn over fabric for round 3 for bow crochet

Turn over the fabric. we need find the first double stitch location which previous the first double stitch.

the first double crochet is completed for round 3 for bow crochet

The first double stitch is completed.

We should find the second double stitch ,which is the previous the second double stitch location.

the second double stitch for round 3 for bow crochet

The second double stitch is completed.

11 double stitches for round 3 for bow crochet

11 groups (dc, 2ch) are completed.

need crochet 2 chain stitch for last double stitch for round 3 for bow crochet

We need crochet 2 chain stitches for last double stitch.

The hook insert the third back loop for the last double stitch.

the last double stitch is completed for round 3 for bow crochet

The last double stitch is completed.

crochet chain stitch for round 3 for bow crochet

We need crochet chain stitch to make it more secure.

cut yarn end for round 3 for bow crochet

Leave 5 cm yarn end .

bring out yarn end for round 3 for bow crochet

Use hook to bring out yarn end.

conceal yarn end for round 3 for bow crochet

Conceal yarn end.

Use yarn needle with yarn to conceal the next back stitch, make several time. then cut the excess yarn end.

round 3 is completed for round 3 for bow crochet

View of round 3.

There are three rounds with small square holes in the middle.

R4

The hook insert the double stitches location for round 3 for bow crochet

The hook insert the one of any previous double stitch.

put rice yarn behind the fabric for round 4 for bow crochet

Put the rice white behind the wind red fabric.

crochet chain stitch firstly for round 4 for bow crochet

We crochet chain stitch firstly.

crochet single crochet for round 4 for bow crochet

Then we crochet single stitch on the previous double stitch.

crochet 3 chain stitches for round 4 for bow crochet

We crochet 3 chains stitches at the the first single stitch.

the second single crochet in the previous double stitch for round 4 for bow crochet

The second single stitch location is previous next double stitch .

the second single crochet is completed for round 4 for bow crochet

Then second is completed is completed.

crochet corner of fabric for round 4 for bow crochet

Corner of round 4 as blow

  • need crochet 3 chain stitch
  • we find the five chain stitch
the hook insert the third front loop for single crochet for round 4 for bow crochet

The hook inert the third back loop location

single crochet is completed

Then we crochet single crochet again.

single crochet is finished for round 4 for bow crochet

We find out the 3 single crochets left on the fabric

crochet 3 chain stitch for slip stitch for round 4 for bow crochet

We crochet the last 3 chain stitches for slip stitch.

the hook insert the first stitch for slip stitch for round 4 for bow crochet

The hook insert the first stitch (yellow marker), bring out the two loops on the hook ,we get the one loop on the hook, which is slip stitch.

slip stitch is completed for round 4 for bow crochet

Slip stitch is completed.

We crochet chain stitch to make it more secure.

cut yarn end for round 4 for bow crochet

Leave 5 cm yarn end .

bring out yarn end for round 4 for bow crochet

Use hook to bring out yarn end.

conceal yarn end for round 4 for bow crochet

Conceal yarn end several times.

round 4 is completed for bow crochet

View of round 4.

We crochet a circle on the wine red fabric will make it more prominent and beautiful.

Crochet the decorative headband (rice white yarn )for bow crochet pattern

  • 20 ch-starting from second to last stitch-19 sc,ch
crochet 20 chains stitches

Crochet 20 chain stitches.

Show as picture, the hook need insert the starting from second to last stitch.

the first single stitch is completed.

We crochet the first single crochet.

19 single crochets are completed.

We need crochet 19 single crochets.

crochet chain stitch again

We need crochet chain stitch after the last single is completed.

cut yarn end

Leave 5 cm yarn end .

bring out yarn end

Use hook to bring out yarn end.

make knot several times.

Make tie knot several times .

conceal yarn end for decorative headband

conceal yarn end .

decorative headband is completed

Decorative headband is completed.

Together

put the fabric in to bow shape

Put the fabric to make the bow shape.

leave long yarn end for tie up

Leave long rice yarn end.(on the left)

use rice yarn tie up at the center of fabric

Use rice white yarn to tie up at the center of fabric.

use rice yarn tie up the hair rope

We put back hair rope behind fabric ,also put the rice white yarn to wrap it several times.

put the hair rope behind fabric

Let the hair rope tighten up the bow with rice white yarn.

make knot several times at the back of fabric

Tie knot several times at the back of bow.

conceal yarn end

Conceal yarn end.

finial effect for tie up with hair rope

Finial effect for tie up with hair rope.

put the decorative headband at the center of bow crochet

The wrap rice write yarn (show as above picture) exposed outside will not look good.

So, we put the decorative headband at the center of bow.

tie up decorative headband

We tie up decorative headband at the back.

bow crochet main photo

View of front .

We love crocheting a wine red bow because it’s both elegant and practical.

First, we use a special stitch to create a neat headband, then form it into the beautiful shape of a bow.

We secure the bow to a black hair rope, making it perfect for everyday wear or special occasions.

This handmade accessory will add a touch of glamour to any hairstyle, and we love every hand-crocheted piece, which combines fashion with practicality.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long does it take to crochet a bow?

A:Crocheting a little bow is one of those satisfying projects that rarely drags on. plain, single-layer bow roughly 15 to 30 minutes, tops. Slap on some extras, though-double layers, striping, or fancy edging-and suddenly the clock stretches to about 45 minutes or maybe even a full hour.

What can we use crochet bows for?

A:A simple crocheted bow can serve multiple purposes around the house or studio. Fasten one to a hair clip, a velvet headband, or a worn scrunchie and youve turned a utilitarian item into a conversation starter. Slip the same motif onto a wool cap, a canvas tote and the piece suddenly reads homemade without trying very hard.

How do we secure the center of the bow?

A:Bow makers almost always pinch the ribbon at its midpoint, then wind a torn strand of yard around that spot until the layers near twelve oclock. The wraps hold everything together while coaxing the fabric into the familiar curve. Care is taken to avoid over-tightening; too much pressure flattens the stitches or badges the sheen.

A second approach skips the yard and opts for a quick crochet band that fits snugly around the center. The hook-made strip stills the tie and ghosts the knot entirely, leaving a finish that watches crisp under stage lights.

Whichever method is chosen, certainty in the grip-and an eye for symmetry-keeps the bow neat and upright, even after the long applause.

Reference sources

1.Learn the most comprehensive guide for single crochet(sc)

Author:Sarah Stearns

Publication date: on June 15, 2021, updated:December 14, 2024

Title: How to single crochet (sc)for beginners

Summary as blow:

  • Step-by-Step Single Crochet for Beginners
  • Single Crochet into a Foundation Chain
  • Single Crochet into another Row
  • Single Crochet in the Round
  • Increases and Decreases
  • Working Single Crochet in Different Loops

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