Unravel the Mystery: Craft Your Own Stunning Crochet Pharaoh Necklace

Embark on an ancient Egyptian adventure with this exquisite crochet pharaoh necklace pattern. Inspired by the iconic imagery of King Tut, this unique piece of wearable art allows you to channel historical elegance into your handmade accessories. Perfect for history buffs and crochet enthusiasts alike, this pattern guides you through creating a detailed pendant and a delicate lacy chain, ensuring a truly captivating finished look.

Discover the Allure of Ancient Egypt in Crochet

This crochet pharaoh necklace isn’t just a piece of jewelry; it’s a conversation starter and a testament to your crafting skill. Adorn yourself with a symbol of timeless beauty and power, or create a truly unique gift for someone special. The intricate details, from the iconic headdress to the subtle facial features, make this project a rewarding challenge that results in a magnificent heirloom.

Crochet Pattern: Unravel the Mystery: Craft Your Own Stunning Crochet Pharaoh Necklace

Materials

Crochet thread, Size 10, in Teal/Blue (Color A)
Crochet thread, Size 10, in Cream/Beige (Color B)
Crochet thread, Size 10, in Gold/Yellow (Color C)
Crochet thread, Size 10, in Red (Color D)
Crochet thread, Size 10, in Black (Color E)
Crochet Hook: 1.25mm
Tapestry needle
Small amount of fabric stiffener (optional, for pendant)
Jewelry pliers (for attaching clasp, if desired)
Clasp and jump rings (optional)

Abbreviations

ch: chain
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
sc2tog: single crochet 2 together (decrease)
st(s): stitch(es)
FO: Fasten Off
RS: Right Side

Instructions

Pharaoh Mask Pendant (Make 1)

Base (Color A: Teal/Blue):
- Ch 14.
- Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 12 chs. (13 sc)
- Row 2-3: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (13 sc)
- Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in next 9 sts, sc2tog. (11 sc)
- Row 5-6: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (11 sc)
- Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in next 7 sts, sc2tog. (9 sc)
- Row 8-9: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (9 sc)
- Row 10: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 3 sts, ch 3 (for face opening), sc in last 3 sts. (6 sc, 1 ch-3 space)
- Row 11: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 3 sts, 3 sc into ch-3 space, sc in last 3 sts. (9 sc)
- Row 12: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (9 sc)
- Row 13: Ch 1, turn, 2sc in first st, sc in next 7 sts, 2sc in last st. (11 sc)
- Row 14-15: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (11 sc)
- Row 16: Ch 1, turn, 2sc in first st, sc in next 9 sts, 2sc in last st. (13 sc)
- Row 17: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (13 sc). FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Face (Color B: Cream/Beige):
- Ch 5.
- Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 3 chs. (4 sc)
- Row 2-5: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (4 sc)
- Row 6: Ch 1, turn, 2sc in first st, sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in last st. (6 sc)
- Row 7-8: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (6 sc). FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
- Sew the Face piece onto the blue Base, centered in the mid-section, covering the ch-3 space.
Beard (Color C: Gold/Yellow):
- Ch 4.
- Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 2 chs. (3 sc)
- Row 2-3: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (3 sc)
- Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in last st. (2 sc)
- Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog. (1 sc). FO, leave a long tail.
- Sew the Beard piece to the bottom of the Face piece.
Pendant Finishing Details:
- Using Color A (Teal/Blue), work a round of sc evenly around the entire outer edge of the assembled pendant for a neat finish. Sl st to join, FO.
- With Color C (Gold/Yellow) and tapestry needle, embroider horizontal stripes onto the blue sections of the headdress (above and below the face).
- With Color C (Gold/Yellow), embroider vertical lines onto the Beard piece.
- With Color D (Red), embroider a small cobra/vulture emblem on the top center of the headdress.
- With Color E (Black), embroider small eyes and a mouth onto the face.
- With Color C (Gold/Yellow), embroider outlines around the eyes and a small line for the nose.

Necklace Chain (Make 1)

Main Chain (Color A: Teal/Blue):
- Ch 150 (adjust length as desired).
- Working back down the chain, sl st in each ch across to create a sturdier chain. FO.

Lacy Decorative Motif (Make 8-10 pieces)

Inner Ring (Color A: Teal/Blue):
- Ch 5, sl st to first ch to form a ring.
- Round 1: Ch 1, 8 sc in ring. Sl st to first sc. FO.
Middle Ring (Color B: Cream/Beige):
- Attach Color B to any sc of the blue ring.
- Round 1: Ch 1, *sc in next st, ch 2* around. (8 sc, 8 ch-2 spaces). Sl st to first sc. FO.
Outer Scallops (Color A: Teal/Blue):
- Attach Color A to any ch-2 space from Round 1 of Color B.
- *(Sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 space, sl st into next sc from previous round.* Repeat 8 times around. FO.

Assembly

Attach the finished Pharaoh Mask Pendant to the exact center of the Necklace Chain.
Attach the Lacy Decorative Motifs to the Necklace Chain, spacing them evenly on both sides of the pendant. Each motif should be attached by sl st to a point on the main chain.
Weave in all remaining ends.
(Optional) For a crisp finish, lightly apply fabric stiffener to the pendant and motifs, shape as desired, and allow to dry completely.
Attach a clasp and jump rings to the ends of the Necklace Chain.

Unravel the Mystery: Craft Your Own Stunning Crochet Pharaoh Necklace

Discover the Allure of Ancient Egypt in Crochet

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