Crochet Whimsical Pastel Sunbeam Wall Hanging Free Pattern

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn in pastel yellow, pink, blue, green, and white
• 4.0 mm (G) crochet hook
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Wooden dowel or branch for hanging (10-12 inches long)
• Scissors

Stitches Used:

• Ch = Chain
• Sc = Single Crochet
• Dc = Double Crochet
• Sl st = Slip Stitch
• Hdc = Half Double Crochet

Dimensions:

Approx. 10 inches wide and 12 inches tall (excluding hanging cord)

Instructions:

Sunbeam Strips:

1. Using pastel yellow yarn, ch 30. 2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across. (29 sc) 3. Row 2: Ch 2, turn. Dc in each stitch across. (29 dc) 4. Row 3: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each stitch across. Fasten off. 5. Repeat Rows 1-3 with pastel pink, blue, and green yarn, creating a total of 4 strips. 6. The last strip should be done in white yarn to create a fringe.

Assemble Sunbeams:

1. Arrange your sunbeam strips in a semicircle shape, starting with the white fringe strip at the bottom. 2. Lay them on top of each other gradually, from white to yellow, ensuring they create a rainbow shape. 3. Use a slip stitch to join the edges of all sunbeam strips together. 4. Once assembled, secure them to the wooden dowel using the white yarn. 5. Tie tightly and leave about 2 inches of space on each side for hanging.

Fringe:**

1. Cut lengths of white yarn about 8 inches long. 2. Tie groups of 3 strands along the bottom edge of the white strip to create a fringe effect.

Finishing Touches:

1. Weave in all ends using the yarn needle. 2. Attach a length of the lighter yarn to each end of the dowel for hanging. 3. Display your cheerful, sunny wall hanging in your favorite space!

Happy Crocheting!

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