Cottage Cord Hair Tie Free Crochet Pattern
Cottage Cord Hair Tie Free Crochet Pattern
Introduction
This little crocheted cord hair tie is the perfect quick project for anyone who loves a handmade touch in their everyday accessories. It is beginner-friendly, using only single crochet in the round, yet it looks polished and charming with its alternating black and white bands and two tiny leaf appliqués. The finished ring is stretchy and sturdy, wrapping snugly around a hidden elastic hair tie so it holds your hair securely without pulling. With a soft cotton feel and a cottagecore vibe, it makes a lovely gift or a sweet treat for yourself.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Fine (2) weight cotton yarn — approximately 10 yards black and 10 yards white.
- Hook: 3.25 mm (D/3) crochet hook.
- Notions: Stitch marker, yarn needle, scissors, and one 2-inch elastic hair tie.
- Finished size: Ring is 2.5 inches outer diameter and 0.5 inches wide; each leaf is about 1 inch long.
Abbreviations
- ch — chain
- sc — single crochet
- hdc — half double crochet
- dc — double crochet
- sl st — slip stitch
- st(s) — stitch(es)
- rnd(s) — round(s)
- [ ] — repeat the instructions inside the brackets as directed
Gauge
24 stitches and 26 rounds = 4 inches in single crochet in the round. To check your gauge, crochet a small swatch in the round and measure a 4-inch section; adjust your hook size if needed to match.
Tips Before You Start
- Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round — this tube is worked in continuous rounds without joining, so it is easy to lose your place.
- Keep your tension even but not too tight; the tube needs to stretch slightly to fit over the elastic hair tie.
- Change colors at the last stitch of the previous round to keep the stripes neat and avoid a visible jog.
- Do not stuff the tube — it should stay flat and flexible around the elastic.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Cord (make 1)
Work in continuous rounds; do not join. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
With black, make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in ring. (6 sts)
Rnd 2: [2 sc in next st] around. (12 sts)
Rnds 3-4: sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Change to white.
Rnds 5-6: sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Change to black.
Rnds 7-8: sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Change to white.
Rnds 9-10: sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Change to black.
Rnds 11-12: sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Change to white.
Rnds 13-14: sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Change to black.
Rnds 15-16: sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Do not stuff.
Leaf (make 2, one in black, one in white)
With chosen color, ch 6.
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, hdc in next ch, sc in last ch. (5 sts)
Do not turn. Work along the opposite side of the foundation chain: sc in first ch, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, hdc in next ch, sc in last ch. (5 sts)
Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.
Assembly and Finishing
- Insert a 2-inch elastic hair tie inside the crocheted tube.
- Bring the two short ends of the tube together, aligning stitches.
- Using the long tail and a yarn needle, whipstitch the ends together, catching the elastic in the seam to secure it. Weave in ends.
- Sew one leaf to the seam of the hair tie, positioning it to cover the join.
- Sew the second leaf slightly offset, overlapping the first leaf.
- Weave in all ends securely.
- Block lightly if desired: mist with water and shape flat, then let dry completely.
Pro Tips and Variations
- Color play: Swap the black and white for any two contrasting colors, or use a single color for a minimalist look.
- Leaf placement: Try sewing the leaves at a slight angle or adding a tiny embroidered vein for extra detail.
- Gift set: Make a set of three in different color combinations and tie them together with a ribbon for a quick handmade gift.
