Ghost Tassel Garland in Red Heart Super Saver Economy Solids - LM6306 - Downloadable PDF

Ghost Tassel Garland in Red Heart Super Saver Economy Solids

Project Overview

The Ghost Tassel Garland is a beginner-friendly decorative project designed by Katie Berry that creates festive tassel ornaments perfect for seasonal displays. This downloadable PDF pattern provides instructions for crafting charming ghost-themed tassels using basic wrapping and knotting techniques with economical yarn.

What Is Being Made

This project produces individual ghost tassels that can be strung together to form a decorative garland. Each tassel is constructed to resemble a ghost figure with a rounded head and flowing body, making it an ideal decoration for Halloween or year-round craft enthusiasts. The tassels are created using simple wrapping methods around cardboard, then embellished with beads and felt to complete the ghost appearance.

Materials Required

• Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver in White (311) and Black (312) solids—1 skein each. Red Heart Super Saver is an economy-weight aran yarn available in 7 oz (198 g) skeins with 364 yards (333 m) per skein
• Cardboard: Thick cardboard cut into 6" [15 cm] squares
• Embellishments: Black beads for eyes
• Additional Supplies: Black felt, hot glue gun with glue sticks, yarn needle for threading and weaving

Techniques and Construction Methods

The Ghost Tassel Garland uses fundamental yarn-wrapping techniques suitable for beginners. The primary construction method involves wrapping yarn around cardboard forms to create the tassel body, followed by strategic knotting to secure and shape the piece.

Step-by-Step Process

• Wrapping: White yarn is wrapped around a 6" [15 cm] cardboard square 23 times to establish the tassel foundation
• Securing the Top: One pre-cut 14" [35.5 cm] length of White yarn is slipped around all strands at the upper edge of the cardboard and pulled tightly, then knotted securely near the strands to form the tassel head
• Forming the Neck: A second 14" [35.5 cm] White yarn tie is wrapped tightly around the loops 1" [2.5 cm] below the top knot to create the tassel neck, defining the ghost's head shape
• Cutting and Finishing: The cardboard is removed and the yarn loops at the lower edge are cut to the desired length (6" [15 cm] or custom size). Tie ends are threaded onto a yarn needle and woven into the center of the tassel for a neat finish, then trimmed evenly
• Embellishment: Black beads and black felt are attached using a hot glue gun to create facial features and details

Stitches and Techniques

This project does not require traditional knitting stitches. Instead, it employs yarn-wrapping and knotting techniques, making it accessible to crafters of all skill levels. The primary techniques include wrapping yarn around cardboard, securing wraps with strategic knots, and basic needle threading for finishing.

Difficulty Level

Rated as a beginner project, the Ghost Tassel Garland requires no prior knitting experience. The straightforward wrapping and knotting methods make it an excellent introduction to yarn crafts and decorative projects.

Gauge and Sizing

Gauge is not critical for this project, allowing crafters flexibility in execution. Tassel size can be customized by adjusting the cardboard square dimensions and the length of yarn loops cut at the lower edge.