Crochet Simple Textured Dog Bandana Free Pattern

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn in terracotta
• Crochet hook size H/5.0mm
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• dc: double crochet
• st(s): stitch(es)

Instructions:

Base Triangle:

1. Start with a magic ring.
2. Row 1: ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc into the ring, turn.
3. Row 2: ch 3, 2 dc in first st, dc in next st, 3 dc in last st, turn. (7 sts)
4. Row 3: ch 3, 2 dc in first st, dc in each st across, 3 dc in last st, turn.
5. Repeat Row 3, increasing by 4 dc in each row (2 at the beginning and 2 at the end) until the triangle measures approximately 8 inches wide.

Side Straps:

1. Row 1: Once the base triangle is complete, ch 1, turn and sc evenly along the straight edge of the triangle.
2. Row 2: ch 1, turn, sc in each st across.
3. Repeat Row 2 until each strap measures your desired length for tying a bow (approximately 8-10 inches).
4. Fasten off and weave in ends using the tapestry needle.

You may adjust the size by continuing more rows in base triangle and side straps for a larger fit, or fewer rows for a smaller fit.