Crochet Dragon Fly
Create a whimsical dragonfly using the art of crocheting. Crafted with colorful yarn and a crochet hook, this project allows you to bring a touch of nature into your home decor. The intricate details of the dragonfly's wings and body can be achieved through various crochet stitches, giving the final piece a unique and personalized look. Whether you choose to display it as a standalone piece or incorporate it into a larger project, the crochet dragonfly is sure to add a charming and handmade touch to any space. Whether you're looking to add a pop of color to your living room or create a whimsical gift for a loved one, the crochet dragonfly is a versatile and enjoyable project that will bring joy to both the maker and the beholder.
Easy Skill
Size:Body: 3" long and Top Wings: 3-1/4" across.
Materials:
- Sport Weight Yarn – 2 yards Black (MC) and 4 yards Blue Crochet Cotton Thread (size 10) (CC).
- Crochet Hooks:Size E-4 (3.50 mm)
Abbreviations
ch = chain
sc = single crochet(s)
CC = Contrasting Color
sl st(es) = slip stitch(es)
hdc = half double crochet
st(s) = stitch(es)
MC = Main Color
st(es) = stitch(es)
rep = repeat
YO = Yarn Over
Joining With a Sc
Begin with a slip knot on hook. Insert hook in stitch or space indicated, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through both lps on hook.
Body
Row 1(right side): Starting at top of head, with Sport Weight Yarn and larger hook, ch 1 (center ch), (ch 3, sl st in center ch) twice (eyes made), ch 1, 3 sc in center ch. Mark this as right side.
Rows 2-4:Ch 1, turn, sc in each st. (3 sc)
Row 5:Ch 1, turn, draw up a lp in each of next 3 sc, YO and draw through 4 lps on hook. (1 sc)
Row 6 (Tail):Ch 2 (counts as hdc now and throughout), turn, hdc in same st. (2 hdc)
Rows 7-10:Ch 2, turn, hdc in next hdc. (2 hdc)
At the end of Row 10 finish off.
Right Side Wings
Row 1 (Top Wing):With Right Side Facing, join CC with a sc, in side of Body Row 3,sc in same sp, sc in side of row 2. (3 sc)
CH 1, TURN EACH ROW.
Rows 2-6:Sc in each st. (3 sc)
Row 7:2 sc in first sc, sc in next 2 sc. (4 sc)
Row 8:Sc in each st. (4 sc)
Row 9:Sc dec, sc in next st, 2 sc in next st. (4 sc)
Rows 10-12:Sc in each st across.
Row 13:Sc dec twice. (2 sc)
Row 14:Sc dec. (1 sc)
Sl st along sides of wing rows back to Body. Sl st in same st as Wing Row 1.
Lower Wing
Row 1:2 sc in side of next row of Body, sc in side of next row.
CH 1, TURN EACH ROW.
Row 2:Sc across. (3 sc)
Row 3:Sc in first 2 sts, 2 sc in last st. (4 sc)
Rows 4-6:Sc in each st across.
Row 7:Sc dec, sc in next st, 2 sc in next st. (4 sc)
Rows 8-9:Sc in each st across.
Row 10:Sc in next 2 sts, sc dec. (3 sc)
Row 11:Draw up a lp in each of next 3 sts, YO and draw through 4 lps on hook. Finish off.
Left Side Wings
Row 1 (Top Wing):With Wrong Side Facing, join CC with a sc in side of Body Row 2, 2 sc in side of Row 3. (3 sc)
CH 1, TURN EACH ROW.
Rep Rows 2-14 of Right Wing and Rows 1-11 of Lower Wing.
At the end of Row 14, sl st along sides of wing rows back to Body. Sl st in same st as Wing Row 1.
At the end of Lower Wing Row 11, finish off and weave in ends.