Rainbow Rounds Wall Hanging

Rainbow Rounds Wall Hanging by Natalie Beard

What is Being Made

The Rainbow Rounds Wall Hanging is a decorative crochet project designed to add colorful visual interest to any room. This finished piece measures approximately 21cm wide by 28cm in height (23cm without the tassels), making it a compact yet striking wall decoration. The design features multiple rounds worked in vibrant rainbow colors, creating a striking circular motif-based composition suitable for intermediate-level crocheters.

Crochet Techniques Used

This pattern employs fundamental crochet techniques combined with more advanced shaping methods. The project utilizes color changes throughout the rounds to create the rainbow effect, requiring careful attention to yarn transitions. Crafters will work in the round using a magic circle foundation, a technique that creates a tight center point ideal for circular motifs. The pattern incorporates increases strategically placed to shape the expanding rounds, allowing the design to grow outward in a controlled manner. Special attention is given to maintaining even tension throughout the work, with a recommended gauge of approximately 18 stitches by 10 rows over a 10x10cm swatch.

Stitches Used

The Rainbow Rounds Wall Hanging utilizes a range of crochet stitches to create texture and dimension:

• Chain (ch) – used for foundation and spacing
• Double Crochet (dc) – a fundamental short stitch providing structure
• Half Treble Crochet (htr) – a medium-height stitch adding depth
• Treble Crochet (tr) – a taller stitch creating openness and flow
• Double Treble Crochet (dtr) – an even taller stitch for extended reach
• Treble Treble Crochet (ttr) – the tallest stitch in the pattern
• Slip Stitch (slst) – used to join rounds and create seamless transitions
• Treble Cluster (tr cl) – a special stitch that groups multiple trebles together for textural interest
• Treble Cluster Increase (tr cl inc) – a specialized increase technique using the cluster stitch

Materials and Tools

This pattern is designed to work with DK weight and Aran weight yarns, providing flexibility in yarn selection. The suggested materials include a 3.5mm crochet hook for working with these yarn weights. The pattern recommends Paintbox Cotton DK yarn in seven vibrant colors: Rose Red, Blood Orange, Buttercup Yellow, Spearmint Green, Marine Blue, Dusty Lilac, and Bubblegum Pink (1x 50g of each). Additionally, Paintbox Cotton Aran yarn in Champagne White and Washed Teal (1x 50g of each) provides neutral and tonal options. Essential tools include a yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors for cutting yarn, and a 25cm length of dowel or garden stick to serve as a hanging rod. A tape measure helps verify finished dimensions and gauge accuracy.

Pattern Notes

This pattern is written using UK crochet terminology, which differs from US terminology in stitch naming conventions. Crafters should ensure they are familiar with UK terms before beginning. The pattern includes comprehensive abbreviations and special stitch definitions to guide intermediate-level crocheters through color changes and complex stitch work. The downloadable PDF format allows for easy printing and reference while working on this decorative project.