Free Crochet Wall Hanging Pattern for Nursery Decor
Looking for a beautiful crochet wall hanging pattern for a nursery? This easy crochet wall hanging combines delicate lace, tassels, florals, and a simple embroidery hoop to create a handmade piece of nursery décor. Whether you're decorating your own baby's room or making a heartfelt baby shower gift, this free crochet tutorial will guide you step by step.
The Inspiration:
I was so excited to hear that my cousin Megan is having a baby girl and even more excited when she asked me if I would make her a wall hanging for her baby room! She sent me a photo of her baby decor and my goal was to match her art work for the room. I mean can we JUST talk about how cute these baby animal photos are?!
In celebration of this momentous occasion, I decided to give make her a super cute crochet wall hanging. It was so cute that I’ve included a step by step tutorial so you can make one for yourself!
Wall Hanging Materials & Tools
For this crochet dream catcher wall hanging project, I started with my favorite vibrant cotton yarn and a 12’’ hoop. After trying a few color combinations, I used Aunt Lydia Classic Crochet Thread in Golden Rod, White, Mint Green, Wood Violet and Light Peach.
Let’s get started!
Crochet the center piece:
Ch 4, ss into the loop.
Round 1: Ch 2 (counts as dc,) 15 dc into the loop, ss into ch 2.
Round 2: Ch 3, dc in next st, (ch 1, dc in next st) Repeat 14 more times. Ss into 2nd ch.
Round 3: Ss into ch, ch 1, dc2tog, (ch 2, dc2tog into next ch) repeat 14 more times, Ss into dc2tog.
Add a lace border:
Round 4: Ss into the ch, ch 5, (dc into next ch, ch 3) Repeat 14 more times. Ss into 2nd ch.
Add popcorn stitches!
Round 5: Ss into the ch, (popcorn st into ch sp, ch 3) repeat 15 times, Ss into popcorn st.
Popcorn st: 4dc, ss into 1st dc
Crochet more lace.
Round 6: Ss into the ch, ch 4, sc into next ch repeat 15 times.
Round 7: Ss into 1st and 2nd ch, Ch 5, Sc into next ch. Repeat 15 times.
Begin crocheting the flowers:
Round 8: Ss into 3rd ch *(3tc, ch 2, 3tc) into the 3rd ch on next ch sp, sc into the 3rd ch on next ch sp)* repeat 7 times Repeat from * to * 7 more times.
Thing final crochet flower details:
Round 9: Ss into the tc, *(dc2tog into tc) repeat 2 more times. (dc2tog, ch 2. dc2tog) into ch sp. (dc2tog into tc) repeat 2 more times.* Repeat from * to * 7 more times
Attach your crochet flower into the hoop:
After tying the motif to the hoop, wire some florals to the edge of the hoop. Get creative!!
Add tassels:
Lastly, I added some matching tassels to the bottom of the hoop and TA-DA!!! its finished!
I was so happy to see how perfectly the dream catcher matched the baby decor. It was the perfect touch right above the crib. I hope it gives beautiful dreams to a very beloved baby girl.
If you enjoyed making this crochet wall hanging, you'll also love my collection of crochet home décor patterns and baby blanket patterns. Whether you're decorating a nursery or creating handmade gifts, you'll find even more inspiration throughout the site.
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FAQ: Answering some frequently asked questions for customizing your DIY Wall Hanging:
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Any yarn you want! I love using cotton yarns but this is a great opportunity to explore colors, textures and even use some of the yarn you have laying around in your yarn stash. Mix and match textures, fibers and colors for a truly unique wall hanging.
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Yes! This is a great beginner friendly pattern. explore new stitches and see how using basic crochet stitch combinations can create something that looks intricate and advanced!
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A small nail or wall adhesive will easily hold this lightweight wall hanging.
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Yes! Get a larger hoop and increase your gauge or add some lace rows to the ends. If you have more space between the hoop and crochet flower center, have some fun adding beads or florals to fill the space.
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Crochet Level:
Beginner
This pattern is written as a recipe and includes design details, step-by-step assembly, and helpful photos.
Sizing:
Small (A & B cup)
Medium (C & D cup)
Large (DD and E cup)
There will be further instructions for additional sizes and customization options.
Materials:
Hook size: 4.25mm
110-240 yards of worsted weight cotton yarn
Tapestry needle
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For the Spiders who will rebuild their homes, their lives, time and time again making beauty from nothing as magical webs flow from their hands.
May we all always rebuild and reinvent our beautiful selves when life knocks us down.