Boho Wall Hanging

Boho Wall Hanging by Rachel Counts

What Is Being Made

The Boho Wall Hanging is a decorative crochet project designed to add bohemian style to any room. This wall hanging features a woven textile aesthetic created entirely through crochet techniques. The finished piece measures approximately 8.5 inches wide by 12 inches long (excluding the handle and fringe), and extends to approximately 24 inches in total length when the handle and fringe are included. The design is mounted on a sturdy stick for display, creating a modern macramé-inspired wall accent.

Crochet Techniques Used

This project employs fundamental and intermediate crochet techniques suitable for crafters with basic to intermediate skills. The construction relies on working in rows to build the main body of the wall hanging. The pattern incorporates directional shaping and stitch placement to create visual interest and texture. A special bobble stitch is featured in the design, which adds dimensional detail to the finished piece. The bobble stitch technique involves multiple yarn overs and loop manipulations to create a raised, textured element. The pattern also utilizes standard row-by-row construction methods, with specific notes about how beginning chain stitches function within the pattern structure.

Stitches Used

The Boho Wall Hanging pattern uses the following crochet stitches:

• Chain (ch) – The foundation stitch used to create the initial base of the project
• Slip Stitch (sl st) – Used for joining and securing stitches
• Single Crochet (sc) – A fundamental short stitch used throughout the main body
• Half Double Crochet (hdc) – A medium-height stitch incorporated into the pattern
• Double Crochet (dc) – A taller stitch used for drape and coverage
• Half Triple Crochet (htr) – An extra-tall stitch for specific textural elements
• Bobble Stitch – A special decorative stitch created by working multiple yarn overs and pulling loops through simultaneously to create a three-dimensional knot or bobble effect

Materials and Tools

This crochet wall hanging is worked in worsted weight cotton yarn, specifically using Premier Rodeo cotton yarn as shown in the designer's sample. Cotton yarn is an excellent choice for wall hangings as it provides structure, drape, and durability while maintaining a natural, breathable aesthetic that complements bohemian design styles.

The project requires an H/8 crochet hook, which is the appropriate hook size for working with worsted weight yarn and achieving the correct gauge and fabric density for this design. A yarn needle (also called a tapestry needle) is essential for weaving in yarn ends and finishing the piece neatly.

An important structural component is a sturdy stick approximately 2 inches bigger than the finished wall hanging width. This stick serves as the hanging rod and support structure, creating the boho aesthetic while allowing the piece to be displayed flat against a wall. The stick provides stability and helps the wall hanging maintain its shape and intended proportions.