Angelica Angel Free Crochet Pattern

"The Angelica Angel is a free crochet angel pattern that stands on its own without starch, glue, or additional stiffening. Measuring approximately 9.5 inches tall, Angelica is one of the largest designs in my crochet angel collection. She makes a beautiful Christmas decoration, handmade gift, or Christmas tree topper. I originally designed Angelica for a crochet class I taught at the Australia Crochet Convention. I wanted to create a larger angel that would be easy to crochet while maintaining the same construction techniques used in my other angel patterns. I made Angelica using Red Heart Super Saver in White, a Medium Aran Weight Yarn [4], and a 4 mm (G) crochet hook. The finished angel uses approximately 136 yards (125 meters) of yarn and weighs about 80 grams. Angelica measures approximately 9.5 inches (24 cm) tall, not including her halo. The base of her skirt measures approximately 7 inches (17.8 cm) wide when flattened on a hard surface. The angel is crocheted from the top of her head down to the base of her skirt in one piece. The head and body are worked in continuous rounds, with the skirt featuring textured stitches that help create its shape and structure. The wings and arms are crocheted separately and attached during assembly. The arms are made as one continuous piece that passes through openings in the bodice, leaving an arm on either side of the angel. A simple wire halo completes the finished project. One of my favorite features of this pattern is that Angelica stands independently without needing any fabric stiffener. This makes her a practical choice for Christmas displays, tabletop decorations, and handmade gifts. The pattern uses single crochet, double crochet, front post stitches, back post stitches, and other common crochet techniques. I've included written instructions using US crochet terminology, along with helpful notes to guide you through the construction and finishing process. You can personalize Angelica by changing the yarn color, adding a decorative ribbon, or choosing a different halo color. She can be displayed throughout the year or included in your handmade Christmas decorations. The free Angelica Angel Crochet Pattern includes a complete supply list, gauge information, finished measurements, written instructions, and assembly details. Visit Oombawka Design Crochet for the complete free Angelica Angel Crochet Pattern and make your own standing crochet angel."

Crochet HookG/6 or 4 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)