He Is Risen Wall Hanging

He Is Risen Wall Hanging

What Is Being Made

The He Is Risen Wall Hanging is a decorative crochet project designed by Madison Ours that creates a cross-shaped wall display with draped swag detailing. This beginner-friendly design combines a vertical and horizontal bar structure to form a cross motif, complemented by a decorative purple swag element that drapes across the piece. The finished dimensions measure approximately 13 inches tall, with a horizontal bar spanning 9.5 inches wide and a vertical bar about 3.5 inches wide. The accompanying purple swag extends approximately 22 inches long and 1.75 inches wide, adding visual interest and dimension to the overall composition.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches Used

This wall hanging project employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for beginners, making it an accessible decorative project for crafters new to the medium. The pattern utilizes the lemon peel stitch, which is created by alternating single crochet and double crochet stitches to produce a textured, dimensional fabric surface.

The core stitches featured in this pattern include:

• Chain (Ch) – the foundational stitch used to create the base structure
• Single Crochet (Sc) – a basic short stitch that forms part of the lemon peel texture
• Double Crochet (Dc) – a taller stitch that alternates with single crochet to create the distinctive lemon peel pattern

The pattern uses repeat instructions (indicated by asterisks) to efficiently build sections of the design, streamlining the construction process for the cross bars and swag components.

Materials and Tools

This project requires Aran weight yarn, specifically Caron Simply Soft acrylic yarn in three colors: 68 yards in Taupe for the primary structure, 50 yards in Iris (purple) for the swag element, and 2 yards of scrap white acrylic yarn for accent details. A 5.0 mm crochet hook is used throughout the pattern to work with the Aran weight yarn.

Construction and finishing materials include a 3/8" dowel rod measuring 12 to 14.5 inches in length, which serves as the hanging support structure. Three or four large silver paper clips secure the finished piece to the dowel rod. Additional supplies include a yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors for cutting yarn, and optional stitch markers to help track stitches during construction.

Gauge and Finished Dimensions

Gauge is noted as non-essential for this pattern, as minor variations in tension will only slightly alter the final dimensions without affecting the overall appearance of the completed project. The designer's finished piece measures 13 inches in height, with the horizontal bar spanning 9.5 inches wide and the vertical bar approximately 3.5 inches wide, creating a balanced cross proportion suitable for wall display.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is classified as beginner level, making it an excellent choice for crocheters who are new to the craft or seeking a straightforward decorative project. The use of basic stitches and simple construction methods ensures accessibility while producing an attractive finished piece.