Look, that white crochet wall hanging in the photo is the reason I’m writing this. I saw it on a plain white wall, centered and calm, with those sage green and red tassels catching the light, and I immediately wanted to know how it was made. The pointed hammock shape gave it a little movement, like it was meant to hold a gentle breeze. This crochet wall hanging is definitely a statement piece, but it’s also surprisingly doable for a first handmade decor project. You don’t need to be a lace expert to make something that looks this intentional.
I get it, though. When you’ve never made a piece of boho wall decor before, a crochet wall hanging with this many details can feel intimidating. The open lacy pattern, the tassels, those tiny crocheted circles along the edge. Honestly, the hardest part is just starting. So let’s walk through it together, one small step at a time.
What Makes This a Hammock-Style Crochet Wall Hanging?
A hammock-style crochet piece is any wall hanging that dips or narrows at the center, like a hammock does. In this photo, the shape is a sharp triangle, wide at the top and coming down to a single point. That point gives the whole piece a sense of motion. I like that because most rectangular wall hangings just sit there, static and a little flat. This one feels like it’s resting between two trees, even though it’s just pinned to a wall.
The open, lacy pattern is what sells the hammock vibe. Instead of a solid surface, you get these airy gaps that let the white wall peek through. That means it adds texture without dominating the room. For a beginner, that’s a huge advantage because you don’t have to worry about every single stitch being perfect. The holes hide small mistakes. And because it’s white yarn on a white wall, the whole piece feels clean and minimalist, not busy.
Gathering Supplies for Your First Handmade Decor Project
Ok so before you do anything else, let’s round up the tools. You probably own some of this stuff already, and the rest is cheap enough that a single trip to a craft store will cover it. Here’s what I’d put on your list:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn in white (about 200 to 300 yards)
- A small ball of sage green yarn for the tassels and circles
- A little bit of red yarn, just for the tassel accents
- A 4.5mm or 5mm crochet hook, depending on your yarn label
- Scissors and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends
- A wooden dowel, driftwood branch, or a few nails for hanging
I once spent two hours untangling a brand new skein of sage green yarn because I thought I could yank from the middle. Wrong. Just wind it into a ball first, and save yourself the rage. Cotton yarn is the best choice here because it holds its shape better than acrylic, and it has a nice matte texture that matches the boho aesthetic. That’s the same reason the white piece in the photo looks so crisp.
The Open Lacy Pattern Isn’t Scary When You Understand the Basic Stitches
Here’s the thing about lacy crochet: it’s almost always made from chain stitches and double crochet, arranged in a repeating grid. You’ll see patterns that say things like “chain 3, skip 1, double crochet into the next stitch” over and over again. That
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