Bells Earrings Pattern #2644

Starting at top, ch 2.

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join rnds. Hereafter work only in the back loop of each sc.

2 sc in each sc around.

Sc in each sc around.

Sc in each sc around, increasing 3 sc in each rnd—to inc an sc, work 2 sc in same place.

After 12th rnd is completed, sl st in next sc. Fasten off.

Starting at center, ch 2 and repeat 1st 3 rnds of bell. Fasten off, leaving a 15-inch length of thread.

Thread a needle with this length of thread and sew outer edges together, stuffing piece with cotton before opening is closed.

With remaining length of thread, ch 15 and sew top of ch (last ch) to inner side of top of bell.

Starting at center, ch 2.

Same as for bell.

Sc in each sc around, increasing 6 sc in rnd.

Sc in each sc around. Fasten off.

Cover metal base with this crocheted piece, sewing edges together on wrong side of base. Tack bell to edge of base, allowing it to hang free.