Quick and simple to make, the Trinity Bow Tie adds a charming finishing touch to any outfit. An adjustable fabric band makes it easy to put on and take off, ensuring a comfortable fit for a range of neck sizes.

Get ready for your next set of family photos with the Trinity in Bloom Crochet Collection. This coordinated set includes an adult dress, a child’s dress, an adult necktie and a child’s bow tie. Each design is worked in the same yarn and stitch, creating a cohesive matching look. View the complete collection here.

Time: 2-3 hrs

Skill Level: Adventurous Beginner

Size: One size

Gauge: 24 sts x 16 rows = 4 x 4” in Trinity stitch pattern, with US 4 (2.00 mm) hook

Materials

Yarn: Brown Sheep Cotton Fine, (80% cotton, 20% wool, 8 oz, 1,000 yards [914 meters] / 1 cone): in color Jaded Mermaid, 1 cone.

Hooks: US 4 (2.00 mm) hook.

Notions: Tapestry needle, tape measure, scissors, bow tie clip and ribbon or a re-cycled bow tie band.

Stitch Pattern

Trinity Stitch Patt:

Row 1: Ch 1, sc in first st, *sc3tog starting in same st as previous sc, ch 1; rep from * across to last st, sc in last st, turn.

Rep Row 1 for Patt.

Pattern Notes

The bow tie is worked flat, in two pieces, and assembled together. The neckband is made from a recycled bow tie, replacing the old bow with the new crochet version. You can also use a ribbon and a hook & eye closure as an alternative.

Pattern

Bow Tie Body

Ch 17, turn.

Foundation Row (RS): Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across. 16 sc.

Begin working Trinity Stitch pattern.

Work in Patt until piece measures 7.5”

Fasten off.

Center Band

Ch 7, turn.

Foundation Row (RS): Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across. 6 sc.

Begin working Trinity Stitch pattern.

Work in Patt until piece measures 2.5”

Fasten off.

Assembly

Fold the body of the bow tie in half, and sew together along the short sides using tapestry needle. Position the seam in the middle of the back side. Pinch the bow tie along the center and wrap the Center Band around the middle of the bow tie and set the ends together in the back.

Finishing

If using an existing bow tie with an adjustable band, cut along the hook end of the band to remove the band from the bow tie. Place the new bow tie onto the band, and thread through the hook, securing along the end by hand or sewing machine.

If using a ribbon, cut to desired length + 1”. Thread the bow tie onto the ribbon, fold ends of the ribbon twice to conceal the raw edges. Sew the hook & loop closure along the edges.