Tapestry crochet is a technique that allows you to create colorwork patterns or even letters by carrying two or more colors of yarn at the same time, with one color being worked while the other is carried behind the stitches. Here’s a free pattern for a tapestry crochet letter “A”:

Materials Needed:

  • Two contrasting colors of worsted weight yarn (e.g., black and white)
  • Crochet hook suitable for your yarn (usually 4.0mm to 5.5mm)
  • Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Abbreviations:

  • ch: chain
  • sc: single crochet
  • st(s): stitch(es)

Pattern:

Front (Main Color – Black):

  1. Start with a slip knot using your main color (black).
  2. Row 1: Chain 7.
  3. Row 2: Sc in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across. (6 sc)
  4. Rows 3-12: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each sc across. (6 sc)
  5. Finishing Front (Main Color): Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.

Letter “A” (Contrasting Color – White):

  1. Row 1: Start with a slip knot using your contrasting color (white). Join the white yarn to the right end of the row where you finished with the black yarn.
  2. Row 2: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each of the first 3 sc. Leave the remaining 3 sc unworked.
  3. Row 3: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each of the first 3 sc from Row 2.
  4. Row 4: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each of the first 2 sc. Leave the last sc unworked.
  5. Row 5: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each of the first 2 sc from Row 4.
  6. Row 6: Ch 1, turn. Sc in the first sc. Leave the last sc unworked.
  7. Row 7: Ch 1, turn. Sc in the first sc from Row 6.
  8. Row 8: Ch 1, turn. Sc in the first sc from Row 7.
  9. Row 9: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each of the first 2 sc. Leave the last sc unworked.
  10. Row 10: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each of the first 2 sc from Row 9.
  11. Row 11: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each of the first 3 sc. Leave the remaining 3 sc unworked.
  12. Row 12: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each of the first 3 sc from Row 11.
  13. Finishing Letter “A” (Contrasting Color): Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.

Assembly:

  1. Place the letter “A” on the front piece (the black piece) where you’d like it to appear. Make sure it’s centered and aligned.
  2. With your yarn needle, use the black yarn tails from the front piece to sew the letter “A” onto the front piece. Weave in any remaining ends.
  3. Make a second identical piece for the back of your project.
  4. To finish your tapestry crochet project, hold the two pieces together with the letter “A” on the outside. Single crochet around the edges of the two pieces, working through both layers to join them. When you reach the top, chain a loop for hanging.
  5. Fasten off, weave in any remaining ends, and your tapestry crochet letter “A” is complete.

This tapestry crochet technique allows you to incorporate letters or patterns into your crochet projects for a personalized touch. Enjoy your creative crochet journey!