Pop Tab Plarn Bracelet Crochet-Plarn Along / Part 1

Pop Tab Bracelets are the newest fashion trend!!!

This Crochet-Plarn Along is for anyone seeking a 'last minute gift idea' or have a 'hard to buy for person' on their gift list.

See below for detailed Pattern Instructions and Show Off Contest 

Pattern Details:

SKILL LEVEL: Easy



MATERIALS:
Crochet Hook – Size F
Plastic Yarn: Approximately 2 standard size plastic grocery bags
                  If using 2 different colors , 1 plastic bag for each color
14 pop tabs (consistent in size)


Important Note: Not all plastic is made the same. When using plarn, achieving the desired size or gauge is dependent on the texture, thickness and strip width of the plastic yarn.


SIZE: Diameter – 10.25” around, 3” across


CARE INSTRUCTIONS: Hand wash, air dry


ABBREVIATIONS

ch(s) = chain(s)
hdc = half double crochet
hdcfp = half double crochet front post
sc = single crochet
sl = slip
sp = space
st(s) = stitch(es)
yo = yarn over

Helpful Tips:

Read through pattern instructions before beginning.

• Tutorial:  Pop Tab hdcfp: Yo, insert hook through front of same pop tab back around to front of next pop tab, yo, pull back through front of 1st pop tab, yo and pull through all 3 sts on hook to complete hdc st.
• When using plarn, stretching your work after every couple of rows is important. This will give you a more realistic view of what you have completed up to that point.    
• Plastic in general is susceptible to ripping/tearing due to its very nature.   When 'weaving in ends' - it is best to maneuver your craft needle in between stitches and not through a stitch to avoid splitting the plastic yarn.

Part 1 / Linking Pop Tabs

Pattern Instructions:

Round 1: Join with a sl st in a hole of the pop tab, 2 sc in same hole. 

*Grab another pop tab and 3 sc in hole.  (Important Note:  2 sc sts in each hole will work just as well if your plarn is too thick.  You be the judge.)

*Repeat for a total of 14 pop tabs or desired length to fit wrist. (Tip: If you’re making the bracelet for yourself, this is a good stopping point to measure around your wrist.)

To finish Round 1, bring the ends together to form a circle making one more sc in the beginning pop tab.  Join with sl st to 1^st sc in same hole. 

 

  This completes Round 1. 

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments about Part 1 pattern instructions.  

Round 2/The final set of pattern instructions will be posted on Sunday, 12/12

  Show Off Contest: 

Contest Rules:

1. Become a Friend in Facebook
2. Starting today, Dec 7th thru Wed, Dec 15th post progress pictures to show off your pop tab beauties.  
3. On Dec 16th, a winner will be randomly selected to receive a prize 

(FYI - for those of you inquired about why I chose to start this C-PAL on Dec 7th, it's a special day for me - my son's 26th birthday)

 

Have fun!!!