How many stitches do you cast on for coat hanger cover?
Cast on 29 sts. 1st row (right side) K. 2nd row * K1, tw3; rep from * to last st, k1.
How do you cover wooden hangers?
How to make padded coat hangers
- Secure the end of the ribbon to the tip of the hook of the hanger with a drop of glue, then wind the ribbon around the hook of the hanger to cover it.
- Wrap the piece of wadding around the coat hanger, back and front, and glue to the wood.
How do you cover clothes hangers with yarn?
Hold the two balls of rug yarn on your lap, with one on each side of the coat hanger. Pick up one ball and loop the yarn around the hook of the coat hanger. Then, pull the ball of yarn through the loop you made, forming a knot around the coat hanger (basically a half hitch knot tied around the hanger.)
What kind of yarn do you use for clothes hanger covers?
These crochet patterns offer a variety of lovely clothes hanger cover designs to choose from. This free crochet hanger pattern is designed to work with DK-weight scrap yarn. This is a single crochet pattern (written as UK double crochet).
How do you make a simple coat hanger?
To shape top, lay a coat hanger against long edge, draw a curve to correspond and cut. Baste pieces together. Baste other 5 1/2″ x 16″ piece on 11″ x 16″ piece (right sides together) so that the bound edges meet. Stitch around outside edge, leaving a 1/4″ opening at center top. Turn to right side.
Why choose crochet hanger covers?
When you open your closet, you will smile, because all of your clothes will be neatly organized on very pretty handmade hangers. Crochet hanger covers are practical as well; your clothes won’t slip off of the hanger and even the most delicate fabrics are safe atop soft crochet.
Why do I need to cover my hangers?
By covering them, you can make them softer, nicer to the touch and more likely to keep clothes hanging on them. These patterns are suitable for single length/bar hangers only. Explanations of abbreviations and techniques are provided after the patterns. If you have a similar pattern to share, click to Edit and add or ask for help here.