Looking for a way to break out of a Father’s Day gift rut? Personal and useful, this trendy skinny tie will be just right for all his days at the office, formal events, and luncheons. Make it in his favorite colors or this classic combination of grey and red, and every special man in your life will be eagerly putting in his own order!
Skill Level: Easy
Size: 2” / [5 cm] wide x 56” / [142 cm] long
Gauge: 24 sc and 24 rows = 4” [10 cm] in Stitch pattern
Materials
Yarn:
Drops Cotton Viscose (54% Cotton, 46% Viscose; 120 yards [110 meters]/50 grams: 05 Red (A), 1 ball; 18 Silver (B), 1 ball; 19 Grey (C), 2 balls.
Hook: US size D (3.25 mm)
Notions: Tapestry needle, tape measure; row counter (optional)
Abbreviations
rnd(s) = round(s)
st(s) = stitch(es)
ch(s) = chain(s)
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
BLO = back loop only
FLO = front loop only
ADC = alternate double crochet
Special Stitches
Alternate Double Crochet (ADC): *Sc in BLO of first st, sc in FLO of next st; rep from * to as indicated.
Pattern Notes
The ch-1 at the beginning and end of each row does not count as a st
The pattern does not use difficult stitches but it can be tricky to keep a tab of which row you are on. I would recommend using a row counter or making a tally chart of your rows with pen and paper as you go.
Pattern
Row 1: With A, ch 25 (ch should measure 4½” / [11.4 cm]), sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across to end of row, turn – 24 sts.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch-1 and in each st across to end of row, turn.
Rows 3-30: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1, work ADC in next 22 sts, sc in last st.
Fasten off A and weave in ends. Work should meas 5” / [12.7 cm].
Turn work to start next row.
Row 31: Attach B to first st, ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1, work ADC in next 22 sts, sc in last st, turn.
Rows 32-33: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1, work ADC in next 22 sts, sc in last st.
Fasten off B and weave in ends. This stripe should meas ½” / [1.3 cm].
Turn your work to start next row.
Row 34: Attach A to first st, ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1, work ADC in next 22 sts, sc in last st, turn.
Rows 35-39: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1, work ADC in next 22 sts, sc in last st.
Fasten off A and weave in ends. This stripe should meas 1” / [2.5 cm].
Turn your work to start next row.
Rows 40-42: Attach B, rep Rows 31-33.
Row 43: Attach C to first st, ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1, work ADC in next 22 sts, sc in last st, turn.
Rows 44-48: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1, work ADC in next 22 sts, sc in last st.
Fasten off C and weave in ends. This stripe should meas 1” / [2.5 cm].
Turn your work to start next row.
Rows 49-51: Attach B, rep Rows 31-33.
Row 52: Attach C to first st, ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1, work ADC in next 22 sts, sc in last st, turn.
Rows 53-181: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1, work ADC in next 22 sts, sc in last st.
Fasten off C and weave in ends.
Row 182: Attach A to first st, ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1, work ADC in next 22 sts, sc in last st, turn.
Rows 183-226: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1, work ADC in next 22 sts, sc in last st.
Fasten off C and weave in ends.
Rows 227-229: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1 and in each st across to end.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Finishing
Seams / Bar Tacks
Fold the tie over each side (½” / [1.3 cm]) so that the front measures a width of 2½” / [6.3 cm].
Sew both ends together. If needed you may wish to tack the centre part of your tie to the seam as you go – this can reinforce the tie and help it to maintain its shape. Depending on the yarn you use, you may find that a light press with an iron helps to get the fold. DO NOT apply the iron directly to the yarn. Use a slightly damp cloth over the tie before pressing.
Tie Keeper Loop (optional)
Row 1: Ch 13, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across to end of row, turn – 12 sts.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch 1 and in each st across to end of row.
Fasten off, but leave yarn for sewing onto the tie back.
Sew the Tie Keeper Loop 10” / [25 cm] from Row 1 on the back of the Tie. 