This satin crochet durag is designed to be worked in one continuous piece with no middle seam, creating a smoother and more professional finish. Instead of crocheting two separate halves and sewing them down the center, the shaping is built directly into the fabric using increases, and only the top edge is joined at the end. The result is a clean silhouette that sits comfortably on the head while maintaining a soft drape.
Satin Crochet Durag
The use of satin ribbon gives the durag a glossy, sleek appearance and helps reduce friction against the hair. By tripling the ribbon, the fabric becomes dense enough to hold its shape while still maintaining flexibility. The mesh stitch construction keeps the piece breathable and lightweight, and the adjustable chain straps allow you to customize the fit and tail length to your preference.
Materials
- 6 mm crochet hook
- 5 mm crochet hook for joining
- Satin ribbon
- Scissors
- Stitch markers
Setup And Triple Ribbon Technique
- Create an S shape with the ribbon to form three strands
- Pull loops through continuously to maintain triple thickness
- Form a slip knot to begin
Initial Chain
- Chain 60 for short length
- Chain 80 for medium length
- Chain 100 for long length
- Chain length determines tail size
First Panel Mesh Section
- Chain 3 and turn
- Double crochet into next stitch
- Chain 1
- Skip 1 stitch
- Double crochet into next stitch
- Repeat mesh stitch across
- Chain 4 and turn for next row
- Work double crochet into top of previous double crochet
- Chain 1 and repeat across
Increases For Head Shape
- Increase on every odd numbered row 3 5 7 9 11
- At beginning of increase row place extra double crochet into first chain space
- Always place double crochet in last hole of every row
- Continue until reaching row 11
Strap Creation
- Work approximately 20 stitches across
- Chain 80 to create strap
- Turn
- Double crochet into back bumps of 5th chain from hook
- Continue mesh stitch down strap
- Rejoin body and complete row
Second Panel
- Attach ribbon to starting chain on opposite side
- Repeat mesh stitch pattern
- Increase on odd rows at end of row instead of beginning
- Use stitch markers to align rows with first panel
- Continue until both sides match evenly
Top Joining
- Fold piece so curved increased edges meet
- Using 5 mm hook work single crochet through both layers along top edge
- Fasten off securely
Finishing
- Turn durag inside out to hide seam
- Weave in all loose ends
- Tighten and secure ribbon tails
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