Materials
- Fine or sport-weight cotton yarn in light blue and white
- Crochet hook suitable for your yarn
- Silver jump rings
- Thin silver chains
- Faceted crystal or acrylic teardrop beads
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Small amount of stuffing for shaping the top loop
1. Crochet Spiral
Foundation: Chain 25.
Row 1: Starting in the 2nd chain from the hook, work 2 single crochets (sc) into each chain across.
Row 2: Chain 1 and turn. Work 2 sc in each stitch across.
Rows 3–8: Continue with 2 sc in selected stitches along the row to create a gradually widening strip. Alternate blue and white sections to achieve the striped effect.
As the increases accumulate, the crochet strip will naturally curl into a spiral.
2. Shape the Spiral
- Gently stretch the finished strip.
- Wrap it around a cylindrical object to establish an even spiral.
- Leave the spiral loose enough to hang naturally.
- Secure the top with a strong crochet loop.
- Allow the bottom to taper naturally.
3. Decorative Crystal Drops
Attach thin silver chains at several points along the spiral.
At the end of each chain:
- Attach a small jump ring.
- Add a faceted crystal bead.
- Secure the bead firmly.
- Vary the chain lengths so the crystals hang at different heights.
Add one larger teardrop crystal to the very bottom.
4. Color Arrangement
For the finished look:
- Main color: soft sky blue
- Accent color: clean white
- Use blue for approximately 70–80% of the spiral.
- Add white sections regularly throughout the spiral.
- Keep the hanging cord primarily blue or white.
5. Finishing
Weave in all ends securely and trim excess yarn. Gently shape the spiral so the turns are evenly spaced. Hang it near a window, balcony, garden branch, or covered outdoor area where the crystals can catch the sunlight.
Final Result
A delicate blue-and-white crochet spiral wind spinner with lace-like circular motifs, sparkling crystal drops, and a graceful cascading shape.