This pretty pattern isn't only lovely to look at. It also has a lot of other purposes, including keeping those messy toys off the floor. It's also one of the best ways to make use of those yarns you want to get rid off! See it come to life with the free pattern below or get the ad-free printable PDF pattern here.
A few days ago, my daughter came to me and asked me to “please get rid of my creepy dolls.” She was quick to explain that she didn't need creepy dolls because she has so many stuffed animal babies. Within twenty minutes she comes back to inform me…. she needs *another* crocheted toy net hammock.
I was quick to jump at this request because I desperately needed to update my previous crochet hammock. So really, this is *Take Three* of attempting the perfect hammock. I feel as if I finally did it! One that I am truly proud of designing and sharing with all of you…. for FREE! 🙂
The Perfect Rainbow Pet Net Hammock Crochet Pattern has now arrived.
Before we get to the pattern, if you enjoy crocheting things for the little people in your life, check out these incredibly cute stuffies in the Crochet Anything with Hexagons class.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Materials:
Yarn:
DK 100 (125) yds (A)
20 (30) yds (B)
Hook:
US size H/8 (5mm) crochet hook
Notions:
Scissors
Tapestry needle
Size: One size
Gauge: Gauge is not critical
Pattern uses US crochet terms.
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ABBREVIATIONS DESCRIPTION ch Chain dc Double crochet hdc Half double crochet sc Single crochet sl st Slip stitch st(s) Stitch(es) yo Yarn over
Special Stitches:
Foundation Single Crochet (FSC): Ch 2, insert hook into 2nd ch from hook, yo, pull up lp, yo, pull lp through 1 lp (base ch made, 2 lps remain on hook), yo, pull lp through 2 lps on hook (First FSC complete). Insert hook into base ch of last FSC made, yo, pull up lp, yo, pull lp through 1 lp (base ch made, 2 lps remain on hook), yo, pull lp through 2 lps on hook (FSC complete). Repeat from * for desired number of FSC.
Notes:
If you want to adjust the size, make your starting FSC in a multiple of 5 +1. You can change colors before any odd numbered row (the rows with chains) to make whatever color pattern your heart desires.
If/when you change colors, attach the yarn into the center hdc.
Each row with 5-hdc groups will decrease by 1 group of 5 hdc every other row.
If you enjoy working with a variety of crochet stitches, I highly recommend the Ultimate Crochet Stitch Library which includes 45 professionally filmed stitch tutorials.
Pattern
Row 1: Using red yarn, make 121 FSC.
Row 2: Ch 4, turn, sc into each FSC across, ch 4, sl st into the side of the last FSC from row 1. (121 sc, 2 ch-4 loops)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, 6 sc into ch-4 space, sc into each of the 121 sc across, 6 sc into ch-4 space, sl st into FSC from Row 1. (133 sc)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sl st into first 7 sc, ch 1, sc into same st and next 120 sts, leave remaining sts unworked. (121 sc)
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc into first st, [ch 4, skip 4 sc, sc into next sc] 24 times. (25 sc, 24 ch-4 spaces)
Row 6: Ch 1, turn, [5 hdc into ch-4 space, sl st into next sc] 24 times. (120 hdc)
Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first 3 hdc, ch 1, sc into same st as last sl st, [ch 4, skip next 4 hdc, sc into next hdc (this is the center hdc of 5 hdc)] 23 times. (24 sc, 23 ch-4 spaces)
Row 8: Ch 1, turn, [5 hdc into ch-4 space, sl st into next sc] 23 times. (115 hdc)
Row 9: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first 3 hdc, ch 1, sc into same st as last sl st, [ch 4, skip next 4 hdc, sc into next hdc (this is the center hdc of 5 hdc)] 22 times. (23 sc, 22 ch-4 spaces)
Row 10: Ch 1, turn, [5 hdc into ch-4 space, sl st into next sc] 22 times. (110 hdc)
If desired, change to orange yarn (attach yarn to center hdc instead of slip stitching to it).
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Row 11: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first 3 hdc, ch 1, sc into same st as last sl st, [ch 4, skip next 4 hdc, sc into next hdc (this is the center hdc of 5 hdc)] 21 times. (22 sc, 21 ch-4 spaces)
Row 12: Ch 1, turn, [5 hdc into ch-4 space, sl st into next sc] 21 times. (105 hdc)
Row 13: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first 3 hdc, ch 1, sc into same st as last sl st, [ch 4, skip next 4 hdc, sc into next hdc (this is the center hdc of 5 hdc)] 20 times. (21 sc, 20 ch-4 spaces)
Row 14: Ch 1, turn, [5 hdc into ch-4 space, sl st into next sc] 20 times. (100 hdc)
Row 15: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first 3 hdc, ch 1, sc into same st as last sl st, [ch 4, skip next 4 hdc, sc into next hdc (this is the center hdc of 5 hdc)] 19 times. (20 sc, 19 ch-4 spaces)
Row 16: Ch 1, turn, [5 hdc into ch-4 space, sl st into next sc] 19 times. (95 hdc)
Row 17: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first 3 hdc, ch 1, sc into same st as last sl st, [ch 4, skip next 4 hdc, sc into next hdc (this is the center hdc of 5 hdc)] across. (19 sc, 18 ch-4 spaces)
Row 18: Ch 1, turn, [5 hdc into ch-4 space, sl st into next sc] across. (90 hdc)
If desired, change to yellow yarn (attach yarn to center hdc instead of slip stitching to it). Repeat Rows 17-18 four times. (70 hdc at the end of last row)
If desired, change to green yarn (attach yarn to center hdc instead of slip stitching to it). Repeat Rows 17-18 four times. (50 hdc at the end of last row)
If desired, change to blue yarn (attach yarn to center hdc instead of slip stitching to it). Repeat Rows 17-18 four times. (30 hdc at the end of last row)
If desired, change to purple yarn (attach yarn to center hdc instead of slip stitching to it). Repeat Rows 17-18 four times. (10 hdc at the end of last row)
Last Row: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first 4 hdc, ch 4, skip 2 hdc, sl st into next hdc, ch 1, turn, 6 sc in ch-4 loop just made, sl st in next st. Fasten off.
Weave in your ends.
Hang on your wall through the 6 sc loops you made.
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This is lovely; thank you so much for sharing! <3
Thank you so much. I will make 4 of these for my grandchildren to help them organize their bedrooms.
This is brilliant, thank you so much for creating and sharing 🙂 x
I love the way you took the time to explain everything, also, I love the pattern of the Hammock !! Kudos to you & your Creativity!!!!
Could you share roughly how much yarn this took,?
My guess would be one skein of Red Heart Super Saver or I Love This Yarn from Hobby Lobby.
A bit over half a regular skein red heart yarn
What are the final measurements of this without any alterations?
Can you tell me roughly what the dimensions should be? I made one to give as a Christmas gift, but it seems like it is to small to hold much.
Thanks so much!
I don’t think the count is right when it comes to the ch 4 sk 4 sc. I have 40 spaces.
Thanks for this easy to follow pattern! I finished mine today. I made it eartb themed and will be adding some details to the underneath part. I may write a post about it too… or just Instagram it @dashaina.
Would you mind sharing the dimensions of your finished product?
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This pattern looks great! I have a question: for row 4, why do we slip stitch for the first seven SCs, but not at the end for that side’s 6 SC loop? I tried it because it looked more complete but that put me a stitch or two off.
I have the same question
Could you use light weight yarn for this?? I’m a newbie still! Lol
Not sure what I’m doing wrong, my “triangle” is extremely lopsided. I’ve tried twice and both times same problem.
Love this!! I’m thinking of making a few to help me organize all my yarn! Lol
This was ABSOLUTELY perfect for all my kids stuffed animals and other toys. I even made one for one of my sons cars. Cuz he sure does have ALOT of them.
I’m confused on row 3. What chain does the extra 6sc go into? I’m really confused.
I just found your pattern and I must say it is great, it covers 2 different thing for me, because my non binary 15 year old has a ton of stuffies and we are always adding more now I can make a bunch of hammocks and have more floor room in her room Thank you for being so kind to share it for free, she is going to love it.
A couple of weeks ago we had gone out and bought all those colors for me to make her a new blanket and I’ve got enough left to make three hammocks for her, and now it looks like I’ll be buying more yarn tomorrow!!! 🙂
This question has been asked before but the answer was not available. What are the dimensions of the pet hammock?. It looks big but someone remarked it worked up small!