Modern Crochet Mini Hammock
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Last year, my sister in law came up with the idea for a design for a boho fruit hammock. She and her husband travel full time and she said she couldn’t find a cute one for their RV. I set out to make one and came up with my Happy Hammock (pictured below).
You can find this pattern on my YouTube channel, or in my Etsy and Ravelry shops.
I have had so many people contact me to let me know they loved making the Happy Hammock for various uses that I decided to make another one using a different design.
These little mini hammocks are a great way to use up vertical space. You can put your fruit inside, or you could even store extra toilet paper, hand towels, yarn, or stuffies inside! I think it would be lovely in a tiny home or an RV, but also in a cute boho bathroom, office, college dorm room, or a boho nursery. I have even seen people use it for a plant hanger!
I love how elegant this hammock makes boring TP look!
I love the open lace work of the hammock itself, but the part that steals the show is the beautiful overhang detail. I was inspired by a macramé lampshade for the overhang and I absolutely LOVE how simple and yet beautiful it really is.
This would be a beautiful way to store some leftover yarn in your crochet studio!
If you love the overhang detail, I’ve got good news for you! I plan to use it quite a bit, including a grocery bag saver (to be released on my blog next week, if all goes according to plan!). I have a ton of other ideas for its use, so stay tuned!
The Hanover Bag Saver, coming soon! I made it to match the hammock in case you wanted a set.
Let’s make it!
Supplies Needed:
-Approx. 120-130 yds of worsted weight size 4 cotton (My favorite is Dishie yarn from Knit Picks)
-2 wooden rings, size 40 mm (Optional. I like to get multiples to save money. These are the ones I use.)
-13 wooden beads, size 10 mm (If you like my designs and plan to make more, I recommend getting a variety pack like this one.)
-Size H 5.0 mm hook, or size needed to obtain gauge
Terms Used and Abbreviations:
Pattern is written in US terminology.
Back Loop Only - BLO
Beginning - beg
Chain - ch
Double Crochet - dc
Fasten Off - FO
Front Loop Only - FLO
Right Side - RS
Single Crochet - sc
Slip Stitch(es) - sl st(s)
Stitch(es) - st(s)
Space(s) - sp(s)
Wrong Side - WS
Gauge:
5 rows of gauge pattern = 3.5” x 4.5” (9 x 11.4 cm)
Pattern for gauge
Row 1: Ch 22, dc in 10th st from hook (beg ch counts as a dc + ch-3 sp), * ch 3, sk 3, dc in next st; rep from * across. [5 dc, 4 ch-3 sps]
Row 2: Ch 5 (beg ch counts as a dc + ch-2 sp), turn, sc in next ch sp, ch 2, dc in next dc, * ch 2, sc in next ch sp, ch 2, dc in next dc; rep from * across. [5 dc, 4 sc, 8 ch-2 sps]
Row 3: Ch 6 (beg ch counts as a dc + ch-3 sp), turn, dc in next dc, * ch 3, dc in next dc; rep from * across. [5 dc, 4 ch-3 sps]
Row 4: Rep row 2.
Row 5: Rep row 3.
Finished Measurements:
Measurements are taken of rectangle of rows 1-18 finished and laying flat: 16” x 11” (40.6 x 28 cm) when made as written with correct gauge. Gauge is not essential with the use of stitch multiples.
Instructions:
Hammock is worked in the row from back of hammock to front detail.
Make a foundation ch of 62. NOTE: If you wish to improvise this pattern, you need to make it in multiples of 8 + 6).
Row 1: Dc in the 10th st from your hook (beg ch will count as a dc + ch-3 sp), * ch 3, sk 3, dc in next st; rep from * to end. [15 dc, 14 ch-3 sps]
Row 2: Ch 5 (beg ch will count as a dc + ch-2 sp), turn, sc in next ch sp, ch 2, dc in next dc, * ch 2, sc in next ch sp, ch 2, dc in next dc; rep from * across. [15 dc, 14 sc, 28 ch-2 sps]
Row 3: Ch 6 (beg ch will count as a dc + ch-3 sp), turn, dc in next dc, * ch 3, dc in next dc; rep from * across. [15 dc, 14 ch-3 sps]
Rows 4-18: Rep rows 2-3, ending on a row 2 rep.
Piece should measure approx. 16” x 11” (40.6 x 28 cm)
Front detail
Row 19: Turn, * ch 15, sk next dc, sl st in next dc; rep from * across. [7 ch-15 sps]
Row 20: Ch 1, turn, * working in the ch-15 sts sc in the first 7 sts, {sc, ch 2, sc} in next st, sc in last 7 sts; rep from * across. [112 sc, 7 ch-2 sps]
Row 21: (NOTE: This row will also be worked into row 18. See photo below.) Ch 1, turn, sl st until you reach the next dc st of row 18, * ch 15, sk next dc, sl st in next dc; rep from * across. [6 ch-15 sps]
Row 22: Ch 1, turn, * working in the ch-15 sts sc in the first 7 sts, {sc, ch 2, sc} in next st, sc in last 7 sts; rep from * across. [96 sc, 6 ch-2 sps]
FO and weave in tails.
Add your wooden rings
(If you do not have wooden rings, see instructions for crocheted loops below.)
I use this same technique on my Happy Hammock pattern (although different st counts, so be sure to follow the written pattern). To visualize this process, see my video here.
Step 1:
With the RS of your piece facing you, join your yarn to the end of row 18. Ch 1 and sl st up the side towards the foundation ch. Only place 1 sl st per row, then sl st into the foundation ch. [18 sl sts]
Step 2:
Ch 1. Turn so that you are working back up your sl sts. NOTE: You will only be working through the FLO of each sl st to end.
Grab your wooden ring and place it between your working yarn and your hook. Going through the wooden ring, YO and draw up a loop (essentially making a sl st into the ring).
Step 3:
Move your wooden ring to the right and out from between your working yarn and hook. Place your hook in the FLO of the first sl st. YO and draw up a loop. Place your hook in the FLO of the next st. YO and draw up a loop (3 loops on hook).
Step 4:
Move the ring back between your working yarn and your hook. Going through the wooden ring, YO and draw through all 3 loops on your hook.
Repeat steps 3-4 until you have gone through all 18 sl sts. You should have 9 sc in your wooden ring when you are finished. FO and weave in your tails.
Rep to the other side, joining your yarn to the first st of row 1 and working your way to row 18 in Step 1.
FO and weave in all tails.
Add crocheted loops
Row 1: With the RS of your piece facing you, Join your yarn to the end of row 18. Ch 1 and sl st up the side towards the foundation ch. Only place 1 sl st per row, then sl st into the foundation ch. [18 sl sts]
Row 2: Ch 1. Turn so that you are working back up your sl sts. NOTE: You will only be working through the FLO of each sl st to end. {Sc2tog} 9 times. [9 sc]
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, * Sc2tog, sc in the next st; rep from * across. [6 sc]
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, {Sc2tog} 3 times. [3sc]
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc3tog. [1 sc]
Ch 12. Sl st in top of last sc made to create a ring. Ch 1. Make 12 sc inside the ring. Sl st into base of ring and FO and weave in tails. Use a gathering knot around the base of the ch-12 loop to further secure the loop and reinforce its strength.
Rep to the other side, joining your yarn to the first st of row 1 of your hammock and working your way to row 18 when making row 1 of your crocheted loop.
Add your beaded tassels
NOTE: The beads are not only for looks, but also to help weigh the points down so that they are more distinct. If you choose to not use beads, it may not look quite as good. I use this same process for adding beaded tassels on my other hammock. To visualize this process, see my video here.
Cut 13 strands of yarn approx. 8” long. Using the larks knot, add one strand per ch-2 sp of rows 20 and 22. Using your yarn needle, slide 1 10 mm bead per tassel, until it is flush again the points of rows 20 and 22.
Using a piece of cardboard that is approx. 4” wide, wrap your yarn 130 times and cut bottoms evenly to create tassel tails. Gather groups of 10 strands per beaded tassel and tie to the bottom of each bead.
Cut 13 more strands of yarn approx. 8” long and using the gathering knot, tie to all 13 of the tassel tails to secure them in place. Cut all tassels so that they are even in length. To visualize the gathering knot, see my video here.
Your Hanover Hammock is complete! I would love to see your finished work! If you want to tag me on IG, I’m @dayscrochetnc. You could also follow the hashtag #hanoverhammock to follow what others are making. I can’t wait to see your projects! If you would like to see other versions that I will be making after this publication, be sure to check me out on IG!
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Happy Hooking!
~Dana
