A versatile crochet lace bow with delicate scallops, tapered tails, and a polished center strap—perfect for turning any ordinary hair clip into a stylish handmade accessory!
This crochet lace bow hair clip is a cute and stylish accessory that can add charm to any hairstyle! Whether you’re dressing up for a special occasion or just looking for a fun way to style your hair, this bow clip is the perfect touch. It’s small, lightweight, and can even be made in your favorite colors, making it both beautiful and personal.
Beautiful Crochet Lace Bow Hair Clip
You’ll learn how to create a beautiful lace bow, a tail, and a middle strap to tie it together neatly. The bow is then finished by attaching a clip, making it ready for use. It’s a fun and rewarding way to practice crochet while creating something decorative and practical. You don’t need complicated materials just some yarn, a matching hook, and a small clip to bring this cute bow to life.
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Key Features of the Crochet Lace Bow Hair Clip:
- Three main components: The Bow Part, Tail Part, and Center Strap are made separately and then assembled.
- Lacey texture and scallop edging: Achieved by alternating rows of double crochet clusters and simple chain spaces.
- Shaping magic: Folding the bow and cinching it with the Center Strap transforms a simple rectangular strip into a beautiful bow.
- Tapered tails: The tailored Tail Part adds elegance with a combination of increases and decreases in double crochet stitches.
- Easy assembly: The components are stitched or glued together, and the bow is attached to a hair clip for a polished finish.
This Crochet Lace Bow Hair Clip is a delightful pattern that strikes the perfect balance between beauty and simplicity. Starting with the Bow Part, you’ll create the base strip by working rows with an alternating lace pattern. Begin with a foundation chain and work a delicate combination of scalloping stitches (double crochets and chain spaces). By alternating rows of textured clusters and openwork chains, the design creates a lightweight, airy feel perfect for accessories. Once the strip reaches your desired length (13 sets of rows in the tutorial), you’ll join the short ends together as you complete your final scallop row. This clever joining technique forms a continuous loop that will later be cinched to create the bow’s familiar shape.
Next, bring the design to life by adding the Tail Part, a tapered piece extending gracefully below the bow. This portion begins with a tiny base made of double crochets forming the narrow point and expands outward via increasing rows. Light and lacy chains repeat across the rows, keeping the tail aligned with the bow’s delicate aesthetic. After shaping the widest section, you’ll taper the edges again using decreasing rows to complete this refined addition. Together, the bow and tail create the classic hair bow silhouette.
The Center Strap is a small but crucial piece that gives the bow its polished, tied-together appearance. This rectangular band is worked in tidy double crochets, making it dense enough to hold the shape of the cinched bow. Wrap it snugly around the center of the bow, hiding the seam created by joining its edges. This small touch highlights the gathered detail while maintaining a neat, finished look.
Finally, all three components are brought together in the assembly phase, where the true magic happens. Attach the tail beneath the bow and secure the Center Strap tightly around the middle. With the main pieces in place, finish the pattern by attaching a hair clip to the back, using fabric or hot glue for a secure hold. Once the glue sets, your crochet lace bow is ready to dazzle.
Video Tutorial
Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn: Any yarn of your choice. (The tutorial uses Anchor-brand yarn.)
- Hook: 2 mm crochet hook (or a suitable size for your yarn).
- Hair clip (to attach the bow).
- Scissors.
- Yarn needle.
- Fabric glue or hot glue (for fixing the bow to the clip).
Finished Size & Customization Ideas
- Finished Size: Approximately toddler size, but you can customize the length of the bow by repeating rows to obtain the desired length.
- Customization Ideas:
- Use colorful or variegated yarn for a playful look.
- Add embellishments like beads or pearls to the bow.
- Adjust the size by increasing/decreasing rows or changing the weight of the yarn.
Pattern Abbreviations & Terminology
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- dc = double crochet
- sp = space
- st = stitch
- sl st = slip stitch
- YO = yarn over
Terminology: Pattern uses US crochet terms.
Step-by-Step Detailed Crochet Instructions
The pattern consists of 3 main parts: Bow Part, Tail Part, and Center Strap. Below are the detailed steps for each component.
1. Bow Part
- Foundation Row:
- Make a slip knot and chain 13 (ch 13).
- Skip the first chain. In the second ch, work:
- 1 sc.
- Ch 3, skip 3 ch sp, 1 sc into the next ch. Repeat this across.
- End with 1 sc in the last ch. (Row complete.)
- Row 2:
- Ch 3, turn your work. This chain counts as the first dc.
- In the first ch-3 sp, work 3 dc.
- Ch 3, work 1 sc in the next ch-3 sp.
- Ch 3, work 3 dc in the next ch-3 sp. Repeat across.
- End with 1 dc worked on top of the last sc from the previous row.
- Row 3:
- Ch 3, turn your work.
- Work 1 sc in the first ch-3 sp.
- Ch 3, work 1 sc in the next ch-3 sp.
- Repeat this scallop pattern across.
- Repeat the Row 2 and Row 3 sequence until the bow reaches your desired length.
- Example in the tutorial: 13 sets of rows (alternating row 2 and row 3).
- Joining to form a bow shape:
- Fold the finished strip in half.
- As you crochet the final scallop row, join the two short ends of the strip:
- Work sc, ch 1, drop the loop, insert the hook into the starting chain space of the opposite end, pick up the yarn, and close the loop with 2 chains.
- Continue joining the ends in this way.
- Tie off & weave in ends. The folded strip now forms the bow.
2. Tail Part
- Foundation Row:
- Make a slip knot and ch 5.
- In the first ch, work 1 dc.
- Ch 1, work 1 dc in the same ch.
- Row 2-6 (Increase rows):
- Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc + ch 1), turn.
- Work 1 dc in the first ch-1 sp from the previous row.
- Ch 1, work 1 dc in each next ch-1 sp.
- On the last dc (top of ch 4), make sure to work into the proper chain link.
- Row 7-14:
- Stop increasing. Follow the same pattern as above but without creating additional spaces.
- Decreasing Rows:
- Begin decreasing in the final rows by skipping the first ch-1 sp. Work as usual across.
- When only 3 spaces remain, do a final decrease:
- On the last 3 sts, YO and pull through all loops to work 3 dc together.
- Tie off and weave in ends.
3. Center Strap
- Foundation Row:
- Make a slip knot and ch 5.
- Skip 3 ch, in the 4th ch work 1 dc. In the next ch, work another dc.
- Rows 2-7 (Flat Piece):
- Turn your work and chain 1 (to create an “alternative turning chain”).
- Work 3 dcs across. Continue for 7 rows to create a small rectangle.
Assembly & Finishing
- Attach Tail to Bow:
- Align the tail below the bow. Stitch or glue securely to hold it in place.
- Attach Center Strap:
- Take the center strap and place it around the middle of the bow to cover the seam.
- Attach the strap ends together tightly behind the bow using stitching or glue.
- Attach Hair Clip:
- Use fabric glue or hot glue to attach the bow to the hair clip.
- Ensure the glue is fully dry before using the piece.
Congratulations! Your Crochet Lace Bow Hair Clip is finished.
Final Tips
- Watch the tutorial closely if there are points of confusion, especially for joining and final assembly steps.
- Experiment with different yarn textures to make lacey or dense versions of the bow.
Troubleshooting and Suggestions
- Maintaining stitch consistency: Be mindful of even tension while working with chain spaces and double crochets to keep the bow shape symmetrical. Loose stitches can make the bow look uneven, while overly tight ones can limit the scallop design’s flexibility.
- Proper joining for the bow loop: If joining the Bow Part feels tricky, take your time when aligning the edges, ensuring both sides match evenly. Using stitch markers to secure the ends during the joining process can help.
- Tail shaping challenges: As you increase and decrease for the Tail Part, watch your chain spaces carefully to avoid accidentally skipping one. Use a row counter or make a quick sketch of the shape to stay on track.
- Yarn suggestions: Lightweight yarns, like cotton or mercerized thread, are ideal for crisp, defined lacework. You can also experiment with metallic or glittery yarn for a more festive look.
- Creative embellishments: Personalize your bow by adding embroidered designs, buttons, or small appliqués to the Center Strap or Tail. Play with different color combinations to match various outfits.
- Alternate uses: Besides attaching it to a hair clip, this crochet bow can also be mounted onto a headband, gift-wrapped onto presents, or even worn as a brooch!
