Beach Glass Bubble Wreath Free Crochet Pattern
Beach Glass Bubble Wreath Free Crochet Pattern
Introduction
This Beach Glass Bubble Wreath is a soft, sunny take on coastal decor, made from 18 lightly stuffed crocheted bubbles joined in a ring. Each bubble is worked in a warm sunset ombre, from pale peach all the way to burnt orange, so the finished wreath looks like sea glass glowing at golden hour. It is a wonderful project for beginners because every bubble is the same simple little ball, and the pattern only uses single crochet, increases, and decreases. The finished wreath is puffy, smooth, and lightweight, about 12 inches across, and it looks lovely on a front door, above a mantel, or as a bright spot in a bathroom or sunroom.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Worsted weight (category 4) acrylic yarn in a sunset ombre, 6 shades, approximately 30 yards each (about 180 yards total). Sample uses Red Heart Super Saver in: A (pale peach), B (light coral), C (coral), D (deep coral), E (orange), F (burnt orange).
- Hook: 5 mm (H/8) crochet hook.
- Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, a yarn needle (tapestry needle), scissors, and a stitch marker.
- Finished size: Approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter.
Abbreviations
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase (work 2 single crochet into the same stitch)
- dec – decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
- MR – magic ring (an adjustable starting loop)
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- sl st – slip stitch
- rnd(s) – round(s)
- [ ] x6 – repeat the instructions inside the brackets 6 times
Gauge
16 sc and 16 rounds = 4 inches (10 cm) in single crochet in the round. To check it, crochet one bubble and measure the fabric: if your stitches are much larger than this, try a smaller hook so your bubbles stay the right size for a 12-inch wreath.
Tips Before You Start
- Work all 18 bubbles first, then arrange them before sewing so you can see the ombre flow around the ring.
- Stuff each bubble lightly and evenly. Too much stuffing makes the edges bulge and hard to sew; too little makes it floppy.
- Leave a long tail (about 10 inches) on every bubble. You will use these tails both to close the bubble and to sew the bubbles together.
- Keep your single crochet tension consistent, since the smooth, even fabric is what gives the bubbles their sea glass look.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Bubble (make 18, 3 in each color A–F)
Rnd 1: With chosen color, MR, 6 sc into the ring (6 sts).
Rnd 2: inc x6 (12 sts).
Rnd 3: [sc, inc] x6 (18 sts).
Rnds 4–6: sc in each st around (18 sts).
Lightly stuff with fiberfill.
Rnd 7: [sc, dec] x6 (12 sts).
Rnd 8: dec x6 (6 sts).
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Weave the tail through the remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close.
Assembly
Arrange the 18 bubbles in a ring, alternating colors in the sunset ombre sequence: A, B, C, D, E, F, A, B, C, D, E, F, A, B, C, D, E, F. Using the long tails, sew the bubbles together through their edges, forming a continuous ring. Sew securely so the wreath holds its shape.
Hanging Loop
With color A, ch 10, join with sl st to form a loop. Sew the loop to the top center of the wreath between two bubbles.
Assembly and Finishing
Check that all 18 bubbles sit evenly around the ring and that the color sequence flows smoothly. Weave in all remaining ends on the back of the wreath. Shape the wreath with your hands, gently spreading the bubbles so they are evenly distributed and the ring lies flat. If desired, lightly steam or mist and reshape, then let it dry completely before hanging.
Pro Tips and Variations
- For a cooler coastal palette, swap the sunset shades for sea glass tones like pale aqua, mint, seafoam, sky blue, teal, and deep blue.
- Make a smaller wreath by using 12 bubbles (2 in each color) for a mini version, or a larger one with 24 bubbles.
- Add a small bow or a few tiny crocheted starfish to the top for extra beachy charm.
