Skill Level: Easy
Category: Decorative Border/Edging
Use for: Blankets, scarves, shawls, garments, home decor
Materials
- Yarn: Worsted Weight Yarn (e.g., Red Heart Soft or Scheepjes Softfun)
- Hook Size: 5.0mm (H/8) crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)
- Cardboard (for tassel making; approx. 3″ x 4″)
Finished Measurements
Each tassel measures approximately 2.5″ long Spacing between tassels: 1 inch You can adjust the spacing depending on how full or sparse you want the border to look.
Stitches & Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- st(s) – stitch(es)
Yarn Requirements
- For a small project (e.g., baby blanket edge approx. 36″x36″):
- Base Border: ~40 yards
- Tassels: ~100 yards
- Total: ~140 yards Increase accordingly for larger projects.
Stitching Instructions for Making the Tassel Border Free Pattern:
Base Border
- Attach Yarn to the edge of your project with a slip stitch.
- Round 1: Ch 1, sc evenly all the way around the edge of your item. Place 3 sc in each corner. Join with sl st to first sc.
- Round 2 (optional for cleaner finish): Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off and weave in ends.
- Tip: Make sure to place sc evenly about 1 sc per row on the sides and 1 sc per st along the top/bottom edges.
Tassel Making
- Wrap yarn around a cardboard (3” tall) 10-12 times depending on desired thickness.
- Slide off carefully, and tie a short piece of yarn (~6″) around the top (this will attach the tassel to the base).
- Cut loops at the bottom.
- Wrap another strand around the tassel about ½” from the top to create the “neck” of the tassel. Tie tightly and trim ends evenly.
- Repeat for as many tassels as needed (1 per inch or desired spacing).
Attaching Tassels
- With your crochet hook or tapestry needle, pull the top tie of the tassel through the base border stitch (e.g., every 6th or 8th stitch).
- Tie securely and weave in the knot to hide.
- Repeat around the edge.
Finishing Instructions
- Trim all tassels evenly if needed.
- Steam or lightly block the border if your yarn allows (optional).
- Weave in any remaining ends securely.
- Fluff tassels for a neat and consistent appearance.
Customization Tips
- Use multiple colors for a fun, boho vibe.
- Adjust tassel length for a more subtle or dramatic effect.
- Try using cotton yarn for a stiffer, cleaner edge, or acrylic for softer drape.
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