Crochet Car on the Road Bookmark

Introducing the Crochet Car on the Road Bookmark, a unique and charming accessory that will add a touch of creativity to your reading experience. This adorable crochet bookmark is designed in the shape of a car, complete with wheels, windows, and even a tiny steering wheel. Made with love and attention to detail, this bookmark is not only functional but also a delightful piece of art. Imagine yourself immersed in a captivating book, and as you turn the pages, you come across the Crochet Car on the Road Bookmark. Its vibrant colors and intricate crochet work instantly catch your eye, bringing a smile to your face. The soft texture of the yarn adds a cozy feel to your reading time, making it even more enjoyable. Whether you're reading at home, on a road trip, or even during your daily commute, this crochet car bookmark will keep your place in style. It's a wonderful gift for book lovers and a great way to showcase your love for both reading and crochet. So, hit the road with this adorable crochet car bookmark and let it accompany you on your literary adventures!

MATERIALS:

Worsted Weight yarn, small amount approximately 1/8 ounce

4 yards of yellow or white worsted weight yarn (from outside of skein)

Car button

I (5.5 mm) Crochet Hook

Crochet hook small enough to fit through shank of button (I used a 5/1.90 mm)

Tapestry needle

NOTES:

1. Read instructions through before beginning.
2. If you don’t have a crochet hook small enough to pull the yarn through the button you can sew it on with the beginning tail and a tapestry needle.
3. When placing the car button place the small hook from the top of the car.
4. Yarn in the photo is CraftSmart Value (Michaels) Gray and Caron One Pound Sunflower.
5. I bought the buttons at JoAnn and Michaels.

ABBREVIATIONS:

Ch = chain

Sc = single crochet

St = stitch

INSTRUCTIONS:

Ch 10

Row 1: Sc in 2^nd ch from hook and each remaining st. (9 sts)

Row 2: Ch 1 turn, sc in 3 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, sc in remaining sts. (11 sts)

Row 3: Ch 1 turn, sc in 5 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in remaining 5 sts. (12 sts)

Row 4: Ch 1 turn, sc in 5 sts. Pull up loop in next st, remove hook and using your small hook pull loop through the shank on the button. Replace I hook and pull yarn snug and complete that sc and sc in remaining sts. (12 sts)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

YELLOW LINE AND TAIL:

Using yarn from the outside of the skein and leaving a 4 inch tail, ch 30. Cut yarn tail about 2 yards long and pull through to fasten off. Thread yarn through the tapestry needle and starting on the right hand edge of the road weave over and under the holes in the center. Snug the chain up to the edge. When you get to the left end, weave back going over and under the opposite way you did the first time. When you are back to the chain, slip stitch in each chain.

Fasten off leaving about a 4 inch tail.

TASSEL:Using yarn from the outside of theskeincut 3 strands of yarn about 6 inches long. Fold in half and draw loop through the last chain of tail with a crochet hook. Draw the loose ends of the strands through the loop and pull them down tightly to form a knot. Trim ends of tassel evenly.