Rainbow Crochet Pattern

Rainbows are so adorable and now you can make one!

This rainbow crochet pattern uses all worsted weight yarn and a H 5mm crochet hook. By crocheting over the strips of white yarn and using double strands of yarn while crocheting you will get a stiffer rainbow. I had thought about crocheting over rope, but using 6 strands of yarn it is just as good!

Rainbows no longer have to be traditional colors. You can make yours in many color options.

Rainbow Crochet Pattern

Materials Needed

• H 5mm Crochet Hook
• Worsted Weight Yarn in White and 5 other colors.
• Scissors
• Tapestry Needle
• Optional: Key Chain

Stitches Used/Abbreviations (US Terms)

• SC – Single Crochet
• Sl St – Slip Stitch
• Ch – Chain
• St(s) – Stitch(es)

Start with White Strips:

Cut 30 strips of white yarn approximately 10″ long. Each row will crochet over 6 strands of white yarn, leaving some out of the ends for the clouds.

Row 1:

Holding 2 strands of Color A together, work over 6 strands of white yarn. Sl St around the white yarn, ch 1, SC 6 times, fasten off. (6)

Row 2:

Holding 2 strands of Color B together, work over 6 more strands of white yarn and in to previous row. Sl St around the white yarn and in to the first st from row 1, place 2 SC in each st around, fasten off. (12)

Row 3:

Holding 2 strands of Color C together, work over 6 more strands of white yarn and in to previous row. Sl St around the white yarn and in to the first st from row 2, place 1 SC in 3 sts, 2SC in 6 sts, 1 SC in last 3 sts, fasten off. (18)

Row 4:

Holding 2 strands of Color D together, work over 6 more strands of white yarn and in to previous row. Sl St around the white yarn and in to the first st from row 3, place 1 SC in 3 sts, [2SC in 1 st, SC in next] x 6, SC in last 3 sts, fasten off. (24)

Row 5:

Holding 2 strands of Color E together, work over the last 6 strands of white yarn and in to previous row. Sl St around the white yarn and in to the first st from row 4, place 1 SC in 3 sts, [2SC in 1 st, SC in next 2 sts] x 6, SC in last 3 sts, fasten off. (30)

Finishing Touches:

Cut the white strands straight across evenly. Do this easily by using a cutting mat and a rotary cutter.

And that’s it, you have an adorable rainbow! Optional to attach a key chain. If you enjoyed this pattern, please share with others.

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