This beautiful crochet gate toran is a perfect blend of tradition and craft, designed to elevate your doorway with a splash of handmade charm. The step-by-step design includes a sturdy base strip, intricate floral motifs, and vibrant color accents that add an elegant touch to any entrance.
Crochet Long Toran
Whether you’re celebrating a festival or just enhancing your everyday décor, this toran design offers versatility, allowing you to customize the length, colors, and patterns to suit your space. Ideal for home decorators and crochet lovers alike, this woolen toran adds both beauty and warmth to your home’s welcome.
Base Strip
- Start by making a crochet strip (chain foundation).
- Adjust the strip length to match your doorway width.
- This acts as the support for all design elements.
Creating the "Turs" (Hanging V-Shapes)
- Chain 4, then make a double crochet (dc) into the base.
- Repeat the following:
- Chain 3, then double crochet.
- Continue this sequence to form the hanging loops.
- Divide the base strip into four equal sections to attach four toran shapes.
Flower Design Layer
- Start with 3 chain stitches, then double crochet into the previous row.
- In each new row, decrease one stitch to taper the shape into a "V".
- Continue reducing until a pointed end forms.
- Repeat this step four times for four flower lines.
Adding Red Color Flower Accents
- Switch to red yarn/thread.
- Repeat the following pattern:
- 4 double crochets, then 2 chain stitches.
- 3 double crochets, then 2 chain stitches.
- In the center part, make 3 double crochets and 2 chains on both sides symmetrically.
Additional Design Element
- Introduce a new shape or detail with a different yarn color.
- Crochet 3 double crochets, then chain 2.
- Add another 3 double crochets without any chain in between.
- Repeat this mirrored pattern across the strip for balanced symmetry.
Final Decorative Band
- Begin with a double crochet followed by a chain stitch in every stitch across.
- At the center of each section, crochet 4 double crochets with 1 chain stitch between each.
- Continue this sequence along the entire strip.
Finishing Touches
- Chain 3, then make a half double crochet (hdc).
- Repeat this across the top edge of the toran.
- Tie off at each section’s middle point for a polished look.
- Weave in the ends securely to complete your design.
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