Quick Crochet Bow Free Pattern For Hair Clips

The Crochet Simple Bow is a small, elegant piece that typically measures around 3 to 4 inches wide, making it perfect for decorating hair clips, gifts, clothing, or even home décor. The design highlights clean, simple lines and a classic bow shape, which adds a touch of handmade charm wherever it’s used. This project is suitable for beginners, as it uses basic crochet stitches and straightforward shaping techniques.

One reason to try this project is its quick and satisfying results. The process usually starts by crocheting a rectangular strip with basic stitches like single crochet or half double crochet. Then, you fold the piece and wrap a shorter strip around the center to form the bow shape. Finally, you sew or glue the ends to secure everything, creating a neat and polished finish.

This simple yet stylish bow is a wonderful way to build your crochet skills while making something practical and pretty. Perfect for gifting or keeping, it’s a project that brings a little joy with every stitch. Ready to create a charming accessory? Dive in and try this free pattern—you’ll love the results!

About the Pattern

This crochet bow design offers a classic, elegant accessory, suitable for embellishing garments, hairbands, bags, or gift wrapping. The bow structure uses ribbed single crochet worked in back loops for texture, with crisp, reinforced edges and a professional finish. A wrapped center accentuates the bow’s shape, and a crocheted tie ensures flexible attachment to any project.

Pattern at a Glance

• Sections: Main Body, Border/Edging, Center Wrap and Assembly, Attachment Cord
• Technique: Crocheted flat rectangle, perimeter single crochet, ribbing via back loop, shaping and wrapping, simple cord
• Appearance: Ribbed, textured bow with neat, reinforced edges and customizable attachment

Important Notes

• Always crochet the main rectangle turning rows with chain 1 for smooth edges.
• Crocheting into the back loop only of every row produces a distinctive ribbed appearance, enhancing elasticity and visual interest.
• When edging, add 3 single crochet stitches in each corner to maintain flatness and avoid puckering.
• The border may be made with the same or a contrasting yarn, allowing customization of the bow’s color palette and appearance.
• Hide all yarn tails securely for a clean, professional finish.
• The cord is optional and can easily be modified to suit the attachment needs.

Difficulty Level

This project is suitable for absolute beginners and confident novices. Basic familiarity with chains, single crochet, working back loop only (BLO), crocheting around a perimeter, and simple assembly are all that is required.

Supplies Needed

• Crochet hook (size compatible with yarn, e.g., 2.5–3.0 mm)
• Worsted or DK weight yarn (main color for bow, optional contrast for border)
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors
• Optional: Additional yarn for center wrap

Size & Measurements

• Bow rectangle: Approximately 18 stitches wide × 7 rows tall
• Finished bow: About 9 cm (width) × 4 cm (height), depending on yarn and tension
• Cord: Adjustable; recommended length is 15–25 cm or more, as needed

Gauge & Stitch Details

• Gauge is not critical, but the rectangle should measure roughly 9 cm wide × 4 cm tall (adjust hook/yarn to achieve desired size).
• Ribbing: Created by working single crochet in back loop only.
• Edging: Perimeter single crochet with extra stitches in corners for flatness.

Crochet Abbreviations

• CH: Chain
• SC: Single Crochet
• BLO: Back Loop Only
• SL ST: Slip Stitch

Special Stitch Guide

• Single Crochet in Back Loop Only (SC BLO): Insert hook in the back loop of stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, draw through both loops. Repeat for each stitch to create ribbed effect.
• Corner Single Crochet Increase: Work 3 single crochet in one stitch at each corner to help the rectangle lie flat.

Complete Crochet Pattern

1. Main Body of the Bow

Foundation:

• CH 18.
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Row 1:

• Starting from the second chain from hook, work 17 SC across.

Rows 2–7:

• CH 1, turn.
• Work 17 SC (BLO) across each row.
• Repeat to have a total of 7 rows (including the foundation row).

2. Border / Edging

Edging Around Rectangle:

• Without fastening off, begin working SC around the perimeter of the rectangle.
• For each edge:
  • First side: 7 SC along short edge
  • Second side (long edge): 17 SC along row edge
  • Third side (short edge): 7 SC
  • Fourth side (long edge): 17 SC
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Corners:

• In every corner stitch, work 3 SC (total: 4 corners).
• This helps keep the edge flat and squared.

Border Color Option:

• Continue edging with the same color or join a contrasting yarn for added visual effect.

Finishing Edge:

• After completing the perimeter, SL ST to join and fasten off.
• Weave in all yarn ends on the back side, ensuring the front is smooth and neat.
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3. Shaping and Assembly

Prepare Center:

• Take a separate strand of yarn in a matching or contrasting color.

Form Bow Shape:

• Fold the rectangle gently in half, aligning short edges.
• Pinch the center, pulling both sides inwards to create the classic bow indent.

Wrap Center:

• Using the yarn strand, wrap firmly around the central pinch, overlapping wraps until center is wide and secure.
• Adjust wraps for neatness and symmetry.

Secure:

• At the back, tie the yarn ends in a tight knot.
• Tuck and weave the tails inside the wraps, hiding them from view.
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4. Attachment Cord

Make Cord:

• CH the desired number of stitches for cord length (suggested 25–30 stitches).

Row 1:

• Turn and work SC across each chain stitch for the length of the cord.

Finish:

• Fasten off and weave in the end.
• Thread the finished cord through the back of the bow’s center wrap.
• Knot or tie onto your project for a removable and adjustable bow attachment.

Assembly & Finished Size

• The bow, after shaping and center wrapping, achieves crisp, elegant proportions and a subtle, ribbed texture.
• Finished accessory measures approximately 9 × 4 cm; may vary by yarn and crochet tension.
• Attachment cord provides flexible application for hair, garments, or gifts.
• All ends hidden and the wrap firmly secured, ensuring lasting durability.
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Conclusion

This pattern offers a refined approach to crocheting a bow, featuring ribbed texture, stable edges, and an adjustable center wrap. Using basic stitches and shaping techniques, the completed bow enhances any crochet or garment with a customizable accessory. The optional attachment cord provides versatility, while the structured design maintains crisp lines and a professional appearance for decorative or practical use.