An interwoven crochet star starts as a straight forest-green ribbon. Fold it into five points and pass the ribbon over and under itself to make an open center. An ivory slip-stitch edge and a tan jute loop finish the ornament.
This original pattern was inspired by the reference image. Crochet the ribbon first, then use the lettered route and crossing table to assemble it.
Interwoven Crochet Star Materials
- Smooth worsted-weight cotton in forest green.
- A small amount of matching-weight ivory cotton.
- A 4 mm crochet hook.
- About 8 in (20 cm) of thin tan jute cord.
- A tapestry needle, scissors, removable stitch markers, a blocking mat and rustproof pins.
Skill level: Intermediate.
Estimated width: 4–5 in (10–13 cm), depending on stitch width and the depth of the folds. Stitch and crossing counts were checked on paper. The pattern has not been physically tested.
US Crochet Terms
- ch = chain
- hdc = half double crochet
- sc = single crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- st = stitch
The turning chain does not count. Work into both top loops unless otherwise directed. Keep the contrast trim loose enough for the strip to lie flat.
Crochet the Ribbon
- Foundation and Row 1: With green, ch 101. Hdc in the second ch from the hook and in each ch across. Turn. 100 hdc.
- Row 2: Ch 1 and sc in each hdc across. Fasten off with a long green sewing tail. 100 sc.
- Ivory edge: With the right side facing, join ivory at one end of Row 2. Work one loose sl st into each sc across. Leave an ivory tail to close the trim at the top. 100 edging sl sts, excluding the join.
Lay the ribbon flat. Mark the gaps after 20, 40, 60 and 80 stitches, counting from the same short end. These marks divide it into five spans of 20 stitches each. The short ends meet at the fifth point.
Lay Out the Five Points
Place five pins on a mat in the outline of an upright star. Name them Top, Upper Right, Lower Right, Lower Left and Upper Left. Keep the two upper side pins level and do the same with the two lower pins.
Set one short end at Top. Follow the route below, placing each marked gap at the next point. Pinch a small fold at each turn. Keep the fold flat at the back and the ivory edge visible at the front. The other short end returns to Top.
- A: Top to Lower Right.
- B: Lower Right to Upper Left.
- C: Upper Left to Upper Right.
- D: Upper Right to Lower Left.
- E: Lower Left to Top.
Weave the Crossings
Read each span in its direction of travel. At its first crossing, it goes over the intersecting span. At its second crossing, it goes under.
| Span | First crossing | Second crossing |
|---|---|---|
| A | Over C | Under D |
| B | Over D | Under E |
| C | Over E | Under A |
| D | Over A | Under B |
| E | Over B | Under C |
Check all five crossings before sewing. Two spans meet at each crossing. Adjust the folds until all five points reach their pins and the center forms an open pentagon.
Sew, Block and Add the Hanger
- With green yarn, tack each point fold on the back. Use a flat whip seam to join the short ends at Top, taking small stitches through the ends of both rows. Close any break in the ivory trim with the ivory tail.
- Tack each crossing with one or two hidden green stitches through the back layers. Keep the visible edge free and weave in the ends.
- Lightly damp block if your yarn allows it. Pin the five tips and let the cotton dry. If the ribbon cups, loosen the ivory trim before blocking.
- Thread tan jute through the sewn top point. Tie the two ends to form a loop, slide the knot toward the star and trim the loose ends.
Troubleshooting
The middle closes up
Flatten each crossing and move the points outward a little before tacking. Check for twists between points.
Two adjacent crossings appear on top
Follow the route from Top and check the crossing table. Each span goes over first and under second.
A point looks blunt
Move its fold back to the marker and pinch the extra fabric on the back. Check that the ivory edge stays visible before sewing.
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Assembly, Charts and Pinterest Images
The charts show the complete folded ribbon, the five crossings and the top seam. Follow the written rows for the stitch counts. The tan hanger is a separate cord.
