The Lace Trim Hair Bun Cover, also known as a chignon cap, is a charming accessory that combines practicality with vintage flair. Originally designed to neatly secure a bun while adding a decorative touch, this updated pattern makes use of elegant lace and a snug elastic band to create a timeless piece. Perfect for both formal events and everyday elegance, this project reflects the beauty of classic crochet techniques while offering modern adaptability. Whether you’re creating it for personal use or as a thoughtful handmade gift, this hair bun cover is a stylish addition to any wardrobe.
The design begins with a carefully crocheted base, using rounds of double crochet to create a sturdy yet delicate foundation. From there, white lace is added in spirals, creating a soft and eye-catching aesthetic. The rosette at the center enhances the overall elegance of the piece, making it stand out as a unique handmade accessory. While the lace detailing may seem intricate, this pattern breaks the process into easy-to-follow steps, ensuring even beginners can approach it with confidence and achieve stunning results.
This versatile accessory is ideal for weddings, formal gatherings, or simply adding a touch of sophistication to your hairstyle. By combining the charm of vintage crochet with modern materials and techniques, this pattern ensures a beautiful, wearable result. Whether you use it to secure your own chignon or gift it to someone special, the Lace Trim Hair Bun Cover is sure to delight.
This pattern is transformed, adapted, and expanded from a public domain design originally published in Coats & Clark’s Quick Tricks to Crochet Book No. 326 (1956). While the original design is in the public domain, the rewritten instructions and supplementary content on this site are ©Tiffany Bliss Mullins, 2024. All rights reserved. Have questions about this pattern, public domain, or copyright? Visit the FAQ page for answers and resources.
Key Details
- Project: Lace Trim Hair Bun Cover (Chignon Cap)
- Dimensions: Adjustable to fit around a hair bun
- Stitches Used: Single Crochet (sc), Double Crochet (dc)
- Hook Size: Steel Crochet Hook No. 1
- Yarn: COATS & CLARK’S Red Heart Crochet Wool, No. 12 Black
- Additional Materials: White lace and round elastic for decorative and functional elements.
Materials
- Yarn: COATS & CLARK’S Red Heart Crochet Wool, Art. E.214, No. 12 Black (1 ball)
- Hook: Milward Steel Crochet Hook No. 1
- Additional Materials:
- 3 yards of white lace, ¾ inch wide
- ½ yard of round elastic
Abbreviations
- sc: Single Crochet
- dc: Double Crochet
- sl st: Slip Stitch
- ch: Chain
Pattern
Base of the Bun Cover
- Center Start: Ch 4, join with a sl st to form a ring.
- Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), make 9 dc into the ring. Join with sl st to the top of the ch-3.
- Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in the base of the ch-3, 2 dc in each dc around. Join.
- Rnd 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in the next dc, dc in the following dc. Repeat from * around. Join.
- Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc in each dc around, increasing 10 dc evenly spaced. Ensure increases align with previous increases. Join.
- Rnds 5–11: Repeat Rnd 4, increasing evenly in each round.
- Rnds 12–17: Ch 3, dc in each dc around without increasing. Join.
Elastic Band
- Final Rnd: Ch 1, working over the elastic, sc in each dc around. Join. Adjust elastic to fit snugly and secure. Break off yarn.
Adding Lace Decoration
- Cut nine pieces of lace, each 11 inches long, and one piece 13 inches long.
- Gather each 11-inch length to measure 5 inches and pin to the crochet cap in a spiral line, starting at the center and working outward.
- Gather the 13-inch length to measure 7 inches. Form a rosette by sewing 2 inches of the gathered length into a circle.
- Pin the rosette to the center of the cap and arrange the remaining 5 inches of lace in a spiral along the outer edge.
- Sew all lace pieces securely into place.
Stylish and Functional
The Lace Trim Hair Bun Cover is a delightful project that blends practicality with a touch of vintage elegance. Perfect for formal occasions or as a unique accessory, this chignon cap highlights the beauty of hand-crocheted details enhanced with delicate lace. Whether crafted for personal use or as a thoughtful gift, this pattern offers a timeless charm that will complement any hairstyle.
