Third Eye Applique

Third Eye Applique Crochet Pattern by Squibblybups

What Is Being Made

The Third Eye Applique is a decorative crochet motif designed as a quirky, eye-themed embellishment featuring an all-seeing eye, evil eye, or cyclops eye aesthetic. This versatile applique comes with four distinct variations, allowing crafters to customize the finished look. The applique can be sewn onto or adhered to various fabric items using Bondaweb, making it suitable for festival tops, boho cushion covers, yoga class t-shirts, tote bags, and other creative projects requiring an unconventional decorative element.

Techniques and Construction Methods

This intermediate-level crochet pattern employs color crochet techniques, combining written instructions with color crochet charts to guide the crafter through the design. The pattern is structured to allow customization of the final eye size through yarn and hook selection. The applique is constructed as a standalone motif that is then attached to a base garment or item either by sewing it on or by using Bondaweb adhesive, providing flexibility in application methods.

Crochet Stitches Used

• Chain stitch (ch) — used as the foundation for the pattern
• Single crochet (sc) — a fundamental stitch for structure
• Half double crochet (hdc) — used in the sewn-on pompom trim variation
• Double crochet (dc) — a primary stitch throughout the pattern
• Half treble crochet (htr) — incorporated into the chakra rainbow eyelid variation
• Treble crochet (tr) — used to create taller stitch elements
• Double treble crochet (dtr) — provides additional height and texture
• Triple treble crochet (ttr) — the tallest stitch variation in the pattern
• Slip stitch (ss) — used for joining and finishing

Pattern Variations

The Third Eye Applique offers four distinct design options to suit different aesthetic preferences:

• No eyelid variation for a simple, streamlined look
• Sewn-on pompom trim variation for added texture and dimension
• Plain eyelid variation for a more defined eye shape
• Chakra rainbow eyelid variation featuring colorful, multi-hued eyelid detailing

Materials and Yarn Specifications

This pattern is designed to work with Ricorumi DK weight yarn, a lightweight yarn category ideal for creating finely detailed motifs. The recommended hook size is 4mm, which pairs with the DK yarn to produce a finished applique approximately 26 centimeters wide and 13 centimeters tall when made without an eyelid, or 17 centimeters tall when an eyelid is included (approximately 10.25 inches by 5 to 7 inches). Crafters can adjust the final size of the eye by selecting thicker or thinner yarn and/or using a larger or smaller hook accordingly, providing flexibility for different project requirements.

Pattern Format and Instructions

The Third Eye Applique pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF document containing comprehensive instructions in both American and alternative crochet terminology. The pattern includes color crochet charts alongside written instructions, offering visual and textual guidance for crafters who prefer different learning methods. Standard crochet abbreviations are used throughout, including ch, sc, hdc, dc, htr, tr, dtr, ttr, and ss, with additional notation for right side (RS) and wrong side (WS) references.