Elevate your everyday timepiece with a touch of handcrafted charm! This exquisite crochet flower watch strap pattern allows you to create a beautiful, lacy band adorned with a vibrant daisy-like blossom. Perfect for adding a personal, elegant touch to any outfit, it’s a delightful project for crocheters looking for a unique accessory. Unleash your creativity and wear your art!
Embrace Handcrafted Elegance: Why This Watch Strap is a Must-Make
In a world of mass-produced items, a handmade crochet watch strap stands out. It’s not just an accessory; it’s a statement of personal style and creativity. This pattern offers the satisfaction of crafting something beautiful and unique, transforming an ordinary watch into a stunning piece of wearable art. It also makes for an incredibly thoughtful and personalized gift for friends and loved ones.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (9 sc) Turn.
Rows 2-3: Ch 1, sc in each st across. (9 sc) Turn.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
2. Lace Body Panel:
Ch 25.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook. *Ch 3, sk 2 ch, sc in next ch*. Repeat from * across. You should have 8 sc and 7 ch-3 spaces. Turn.
Row 2 (Scallop Row): Ch 3 (counts as dc), work 2 dc in first sc. *Sc in next ch-3 space. Work 5 dc in next sc*. Repeat from * across. End with sc in last ch-3 space, 3 dc in last sc. Turn. (This creates scallops along both long edges).
Row 3 (Arch Row): Ch 1, sc in first dc. *Ch 3, sk 4 dc (the 5 dc scallop), sc in next dc (the single sc from previous row)*. Repeat from * across. End with ch 3, sk 2 dc, sc in last dc (top of ch-3). You should have 8 sc and 7 ch-3 spaces. Turn.
Repeat Rows 2-3 until the panel is approximately 4-5 inches long, or your desired length (measure against your wrist, leaving space for the watch face and clasp). Finish on a Row 2 repeat.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Flower (for decoration)
1. Center (Black thread)
Rnd 1: Create a MR, ch 1, work 6 sc into MR. Sl st to first sc to join. (6 sc)
Fasten off.
2. Yellow Ring (Bright Yellow thread)
Rnd 1: Join yellow thread to any sc of the black center. Ch 1, work 2 sc in each sc around. Sl st to first sc to join. (12 sc)
Fasten off.
3. Inner Petals (Orange-Pink thread)
Rnd 1 (Petal Base): Join orange-pink thread to the back loop of any sc from the Yellow Ring round. Ch 1, *sc in back loop of next sc, ch 3*. Repeat from * around. Sl st to first sc to join. (12 sc, 12 ch-3 spaces)
Rnd 2 (Petals): Sl st into first ch-3 space. *(Sc, hdc, 2 dc, hdc, sc) in current ch-3 space*. Repeat from * in each ch-3 space around. Sl st to first sc to join. (12 petals)
Fasten off.
4. Outer Petals (Fuchsia Pink thread)
Rnd 1 (Petal Base): Join fuchsia pink thread to the remaining front loop of any sc from the Yellow Ring round (this places the new petals behind the orange-pink layer). Ch 1, *sc in front loop of next sc, ch 4*. Repeat from * around. Sl st to first sc to join. (12 sc, 12 ch-4 spaces)
Rnd 2 (Petals): Sl st into first ch-4 space. *(Sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc) in current ch-4 space*. Repeat from * in each ch-4 space around. Sl st to first sc to join. (12 petals)
Fasten off.
Assembly
Attach Connector Tabs to Lace Panels: Using the long tails, sew one Watch Connector Tab to each short end of the Lace Body Panels. Fold the Connector Tab in half and sew securely, creating a loop for your watch pin. Ensure the loops are wide enough for your watch pins.
Attach to Watch Face: Slide the loops of the crocheted straps onto your watch pins.
Attach Clasp: Using jump rings, attach one side of your clasp to the end of one crocheted strap and the extender chain to the end of the other crocheted strap.
Assemble Flower: Layer the completed flower pieces (Fuchsia layer at the bottom, then Orange-Pink, then Yellow, then Black center). Stitch them together securely in the center using your sewing needle and matching thread.
Attach Flower to Strap: Position the finished flower prominently over the center of one of the lace body panels (where the strap will sit under your watch face, or to the side). Sew it securely in place.
Optional: For a crisper look, lightly apply fabric stiffener to the flower petals and allow to dry completely.
