Learn how to crochet the Dylan Claire Bow, a cute, oversized bow that is easy and beginner friendly worked in simple double crochet stitches with this free crochet pattern. This bow is perfect for scraps and looks great in stripes or solid colors.
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Crocheted bows are such a fun project that you can use in a variety of ways, similarly to how you would a crocheted applique. You can attach a bow to an alligator clip to use in your hair, as I originally designed this bow to be used, or you can attach it to pin. Either way, the bow would be a cute accent on a tote bag, throw pillow, hat or cowl. Alternatively, you can sew the bow on to make a more permanent fixture, such as on a crocheted blanket.
A crocheted bow would look great attached to a wreath or thrift store basket, hung from twine and used as an ornament on the Christmas tree, strung together to make a garland and so much more! You can even change up the weight of yarn used to make a smaller or larger crocheted bow.
In September of 2014, I shared the most adorable, oversized striped bows to place on hair clips and used in my hair with my go-to half up, half down hair style for the month of October, actually designed the year before.
In July of 2026, I am circling back to this bow pattern to update it with a new name to fit my Dylan Claire crochet series, which features simple double crochet stitches, as well as updated formatting, added more information, like different yarn options, and updated the photos as it’s featured in the Spooktacular Halloween Crafting Event 2026 hosted on my Yarn Crafts & Coffee blog.
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What do you need to crochet a bow?
- Small Amount of Worsted Weight Yarn
- I9/5.5mm Crochet Hook
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors
Yarn Talk:
I used Premier Yarns Basix Worsted in White, Sunny and Goldfish for the Candy Corn themed bow, and Black, Dark Purple and Spring Green (even though the color looks off in my photos, it’s a bright, witch brew kind of color) for the Witch themed bow.
I also used Premier Yarns Basix Worsted in Violet to make a solid colored bow that was better suited for any time of the year.
Premier Yarns Basix is a sturdy worsted weight acrylic yarn that is perfect for practically any yarn project you could dream of! It’s similar to Red Heart Super Saver and Bernat Super Value, but a little softer. It’s also machine washable and dryable making projects easy to care for. As of July 4th, 2026, it is available in an amazing number of colors – 93 solid colors – as well as 10 tweed colorways and 14 ombre colorways and in Lightweight, Chunky Weight and Super Bulky Weight.
This bow would look great in 3 colors or a solid color, like I did for mine, in 2 colors for more of a color block or even 6 different colors for a scrappy, striped look. So many fun options!
I like a heavier worsted weight yarn for these bows, like the one I’ve used, or even something like Bernat Super Value or Red Heart Super Saver, but you can easily use your favorite yarn.
If you have a lot of thinner yarns in your stash, you could hold multiple strands together to equal the thickness of the worsted weight yarn, like 2 strands of lightweight #3 yarn, 4 strands of sport weight #2 yarn, etc. Laceweight threads can often be added in without changing your gauge and are a great opportunity to add a metallic shine. You can also use a different weight yarn all together with the respective crochet hook size to get a different sized bow.
Tools & Notions:
We have lots of great crochet hooks in our Yarn Crafts and Coffee Yarn Shop. The most popular, and preferred by Candace and Emily, are the Clover Amour Crochet Hooks with the soft handles and smooth metal hook. Alexandra prefers metal crochet hooks with large, ergonomic clay handles and just loves the fun designs from SiennasBowtique and BronzeShepherdStudio! If your preference is wood, the LYKKE brand are lovely, smooth and sturdy.
Tapestry Needles with the blunt, round end are essential for sewing and finishing on a number of yarn crafts, including crocheting, knitting as well as needlepointing on fabric and plastic canvas. The blunt, rounded end allows the needle to pass easily through the fabric created by yarn and holes on canvas without snagging (or getting your fingers) in the process. More specifically for crocheting and knitting, a Bent Tip Tapestry Needle makes weaving, grafting and sewing so much easier on the hands. The long oval eye makes threading strands of yarn easier, though you may still want to use a needle threader.
Scissors are an essential tool. When I’m working on the go, I like to carry a pair of folding scissors as they fit perfectly in even the tiniest of bags. When I am working at home or have more space in my bag for a larger notions pouch, I like to use a pair of lightweight, all-purpose scissors as they are so versatile and great for a variety of things from cutting plastic canvas mesh to trimming yarn ends after weaving in to cutting out a care card to include with a handmade gift.
Time Spent:
This bow works up in less than half an hour.
Measurements:
This bow measures 3 1/4″ tall and 5″ wide (about 10″ before seaming).
Abbreviation (US Term):
- DC – Double Crochet (Photo Tutorial)
General Pattern Notes:
The skipped chains in Row 1 and the beginning chain 2 from each row count as a double crochet.
There is no set stitch multiple for double crochet projects so you can easily add more or less stitches and rows to make the bow bigger or smaller.
Pattern Notes Regarding Color Changes:
For my striped bow pattern, Color A is represented by Sunny and Spring Green as the bottom color of the bow, Color B is represented by Goldfish and Dark Purple as the middle color of the bow and Color C is represented by White and Black as the top color of the bow. I was labeling the colors within the pattern with the ones I used for my project, but I found that in in person classes, students were having a tough time with it when using different colors so I hope the more generic terms are more helpful.
To change yarn colors, work up to the last yarn over of the previous stitch, then yarn over with the new yarn color to complete the stitch. The stitch you just completed will be in it’s original color, but you’ll have the new color as the loop on your crochet hook, ready to work the next stitch.
If you will be repeating a color within the bow, you may opt to carry it up the side, but for mine, I fastened off at the end of each color section. With the center being completely wrapped, I knotted my ends together, trimmed the strands and then just made sure to cover them up with the wrapped center. You could of course weave in the tail ends. I think this comes down to personal preference, but also how you plan on using the finished bow. If I were going to be throwing it into the washing machine to clean it, I would definitely weave in the ends to make sure they were more secure.
Solid Color Bow Crochet Pattern:
Chain 36. DC into the 4th chain from the hook and into each chain across. (34 DC)
R2 – 6: Chain 2 and turn. DC into the 2nd DC and into each DC across. (34 DC)
Bow Assembly:
Chain 1, but don’t turn. Fold the rectangle with the right sides facing each other (wrong side facing you). Slip stitch across, working through both layers. Fasten off with a long tail for wrapping.
Alternatively, you can hand stitch the sides together.
Weave in the initial tail at this point.
Turn to the right side and pinch the center of the bow together to your liking, then begin wrapping the center in a V shape for the first few wraps to hold it in position. Keep your tail tight so your bow keeps the tight center and puffed sides.
You can wrap the center as much as you want to get the thickness and look that you like. After you are finished wrapping, move your tail to the wrong side, slide your crochet hook underneath your center wrapping and pull the tail through.
To finish off, you can weave in your tail, or tuck it into the piece.
If your sides come out uneven once you are finished, just hold the center and tug at the sides of your bow to even it out a little better. Also take this opportunity to shape your bow if needed.
Striped Bow Crochet Pattern with 3 Colors:
In Color A, chain 36. DC into the 4th chain from the hook and into each chain across. (34 DC)
R2: Chain 2 and turn. DC into the 2nd DC and into each DC across, switching to Color B in the last yarn over. Fasten off Color A. (34 DC)
R3: In Color B, chain 2 and turn. DC into the 2nd DC and into each DC across. (34 DC)
R4: Chain 2 and turn. DC into the 2nd DC and into each DC across, switching to Color C in the last yarn over. Fasten off Color B. (34 DC)
R5 – 6: In Color C, chain 2 and turn. DC into the 2nd DC and into each DC across. (34 DC)
Bow Assembly:
With Color C, chain 1, but don’t turn. Fold the rectangle with the right sides facing each other (wrong side facing you). Slip stitch across, working through both layers. Fasten off with a long tail for wrapping.
Alternatively, you can hand stitch the sides together.
Weave in the initial tail at this point.
Turn to the right side and pinch the center of the bow together to your liking, then begin wrapping the center in a V shape for the first few wraps to hold it in position. Keep your tail tight so your bow keeps the tight center and puffed sides.
You can wrap the center as much as you want to get the thickness and look that you like. After you are finished wrapping, move your tail to the wrong side, slide your crochet hook underneath your center wrapping and pull the tail through.
To finish off, you can weave in your tail, or tuck it into the piece.
If your sides come out uneven once you are finished, just hold the center and tug at the sides of your bow to even it out a little better. Also take this opportunity to shape your bow if needed.
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