Designer Christina Potter loves the look of items made from crochet thread; the light, lacy effect that it creates is perfect for embellishments. To create a piece that displays the delicacy of crochet thread in a wearable form, she designed this choker that can be easily made into a brooch instead.
Finished Size: About 3" wide and 4" long.
Yarn: Coats Opera Crochet Thread, Size 10 (100% cotton; 251 yd [230 m]/1 3/4 oz [50 g]): #523 tea rose (A), #581 wintergreen (B), #582 aqua (C), and #583 summer straw (D), 1 ball each.
Yarn weight: #2 - Fine
Gauge: 7 sc and 6 rows = 1".
Needles: Hook: Size 7 (1.65 mm) steel hook. Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. Note: Gauge is not essential for this project.
Notions: Tapestry needle; 1 large and 1 medium pearl (optional); jewelry pin back (optional).
Originally Published: Interweave Crochet, Spring 2007