The Bead Trim Hair Bun Cover is a stunning example of how crochet can blend elegance with functionality. Originally designed as a chignon cap, this piece is transformed into a sophisticated accessory by incorporating metallic thread and delicate beadwork. Perfect for enhancing formal hairstyles or adding a touch of glamour to everyday looks, this cap showcases a timeless charm that has captivated crocheters for generations.
This pattern offers a slightly advanced challenge due to its intricate bead placement and the fine detail of the cluster stitches. However, with patience and a step-by-step approach, crocheters of all skill levels can master this design. The repetitive nature of the pattern ensures that once you establish the rhythm, it becomes a meditative and enjoyable process. Plus, the addition of elastic makes it versatile and ensures a secure fit for various hair types and styles.
Whether you’re crafting it as a unique gift or for your personal collection, this bun cover is a project you’ll be proud to show off. The shimmering beads add just the right amount of sparkle, making it ideal for weddings, parties, or any special occasion. Its vintage charm, paired with a modern twist, ensures that it remains a fashionable and practical accessory.
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
- Yarn: J. & P. Coats “Knit-Cro-Sheen” Metallic, Art. A.64: 1 ball of No. M.18 White
- Hook: Milward Steel Crochet Hook No. 5
- Embellishments: 2 packages of Walco silver beads (Style No. 7305)
- Other Materials: ½ yard of round elastic
- Pattern Type: Chignon cap (hair bun cover)
Materials
- Yarn: J. & P. Coats “Knit-Cro-Sheen” Metallic, Art. A.64: 1 ball of No. M.18 White
- Hook: Milward Steel Crochet Hook No. 5
- Embellishments: 2 packages of Walco silver beads (Style No. 7305)
- Elastic: ½ yard of round elastic
Abbreviations
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- de: double crochet
- tr: treble crochet
- rnd: round
- sl st: slip stitch
- dec: decrease
Pattern
Starting at the center:
- Round 1: Chain 3, join with a slip stitch to form a ring. Chain 3, make 23 double crochets in the ring. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the starting chain.
- Round 2: Single crochet in the same place as the slip stitch, chain 5, skip 1 double crochet, single crochet in the next double crochet. Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 2 and a double crochet in the first single crochet.
- Rounds 3 and 4: Chain 5, single crochet in the next chain-5 loop. Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 2 and a double crochet in the double crochet.
- Round 5: Chain 5, holding back on hook the last loop of each treble crochet, make 6 trebles in the next single crochet, yarn over and draw through all loops on hook (cluster made); chain 5, single crochet in the next chain-5 loop, chain 5. Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 2 and a double crochet in the double crochet.
- Round 6: Chain 5, single crochet in the next chain-5 loop, chain 5, single crochet in the tip of the cluster, chain 5, single crochet in the next chain-5 loop. Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 2 and a double crochet in the double crochet.
- Round 7: Repeat Round 3.
- Round 8: Chain 5, single crochet in the next loop, chain 5, make a cluster in the next single crochet, (chain 5, single crochet in the next loop) 3 times. Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 2 and a double crochet in the double crochet.
- Round 9: Chain 3, single crochet in the next chain-5 loop. Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 1 and a half double crochet in the double crochet.
- Rounds 10 and 11: Chain 3, single crochet in the next chain-3 loop. Repeat from * to * around, ending with chain 1 and a half double crochet in the half double crochet.
- Round 12: (Chain 3, single crochet in the next loop) 4 times, chain 3, holding back all loops on hook, draw up a loop in each of the next 2 chain-3 loops, yarn over and draw through all loops on hook (1 loop decreased). Repeat from * to * around.
- Rounds 13 and 14: Repeat Round 10.
- Round 15: (Chain 3, single crochet in the next loop) 3 times, decrease 1 loop. Repeat from * to * around.
- Rounds 16 to 18: Repeat Round 10.
- Round 19: Chain 1. Working over the elastic, make 3 single crochets in each loop around. Join and break off. Fasten elastic to fit.
Finishing Touches:
Sew the beads onto the cap as follows: one bead at the center, one bead on each single crochet of Rounds 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7, and one bead at the tip of each cluster on Round 8.
Elegant and Practical Style
The Bead Trim Hair Bun Cover adds both elegance and functionality to any updo, making it ideal for special occasions or everyday glam. The combination of metallic thread and shimmering beads creates a sophisticated accessory that is sure to turn heads. Whether you’re crafting it for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, this pattern offers a fun and rewarding crochet experience.
