Crochet, Free Pattern

Perfect Crochet Star – Free Pattern

crochet star

This is the perfect crochet star. I designed it several years ago when I needed a star applique for a project. I later used it in this coaster pattern, but now I decided to publish it as a standalone pattern.

Perfect Crochet Star Pattern

Materials

  • Worsted weight yarn: 8 yds
  • Hook G (3.75mm)
  • Yarn needle

Gauge

16 sc x 8 rows = 4″ x 4″

Finished measurements

About 2 1/2″ across from point to point

Stitches used

  • Ch – chain
  • Sc – single crochet
  • Hdc – half double crochet
  • Dc – double crochet
  • Sl st – slip stitch

Instructions

Round 1: Using white, make a magic circle. Ch 2 (counts as hdc), hdc 2 in the circle, ch 1, (hdc 3, ch 1) 4 times, sl st to first hdc. Pull circle tightly closed. (15 hdcs, 5 ch spaces)

Round 2: *Ch 4. Working in top loop of chs, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch. Skip 3 hdcs, sl st in next ch space.* Repeat *-* 4 more times. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Ta-da! Now you have a perfect crochet star!

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