Daybreak Crochet Tapestry

Daybreak Crochet Tapestry by Two of Wands

Project Overview

The Daybreak Crochet Tapestry is an intermediate-level decorative wall hanging designed by Two of Wands. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a finished tapestry measuring 28 inches wide by 38 inches long at its longest point, making it a substantial statement piece suitable for home décor applications.

What Is Being Made

This project produces a crochet tapestry—a decorative wall hanging that combines multiple yarn colors to create a visually striking design. The tapestry features a color palette of nine distinct shades that work together to achieve the "daybreak" aesthetic, suggesting sunrise or dawn-inspired hues. The finished piece is designed to be displayed on a wall using a dowel rod for hanging.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

The Daybreak Crochet Tapestry is constructed using herringbone half double crochet, a textured stitch pattern that creates visual interest and dimension. The herringbone technique produces a distinctive woven appearance that enhances the tapestry's decorative appeal. This stitch choice is appropriate for an intermediate skill level, as it requires understanding of half double crochet fundamentals while introducing the complexity of the herringbone variation.

The pattern is written in standard US crochet terminology, utilizing abbreviations including chain (Ch) and herringbone half double crochet (Hhdc). The gauge for this project is 7 stitches by 5 rows equaling 4 inches in 10 centimeters when worked in herringbone half double crochet.

Yarn and Materials

The Daybreak Crochet Tapestry calls for super chunky weight yarn in multiple colors, all sourced from Lion Brand:

• Color A (Fisherman): 13.5 ounces of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
• Color B (Oatmeal): 7.5 ounces of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
• Color C (Mustard): 2 ounces of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
• Color D (Groovy): 3.5 ounces of Lion Brand That 70's Yarn
• Color E (Claret): 1.2 ounces of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
• Color F (Barley): 3 ounces of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
• Color G (Spice): 0.7 ounces of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
• Color H (Coral Stripes): 2.8 ounces of Lion Brand Homespun Thick & Quick
• Color I (Peanut): 2.6 ounces of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick

The pattern requires a Size US N/P (10mm) crochet hook, which is appropriately sized for the super chunky yarn weight. Additional materials include a 36-inch dowel rod measuring 5/8 inch in diameter (or similar stick) for hanging the finished tapestry, and a tapestry needle for weaving in yarn ends.

Skill Level and Craftsmanship

Rated as an intermediate difficulty project, the Daybreak Crochet Tapestry is suitable for crocheters who have mastered basic stitches and are ready to work with more advanced stitch variations. The herringbone half double crochet technique and the management of nine different yarn colors throughout the project provide appropriate challenges for developing crocheters while remaining achievable with careful attention to the pattern instructions.