Bicycle Skirt Guard Crochet Pattern Free
If you love to ride your bicycle, you know how frustrating it can be to have your skirt or dress caught in the spokes of your bike. This not only ruins your outfit but can also be dangerous. Fortunately, there is a solution: a skirt guard. A skirt guard is a cover that fits over the back wheel of your bicycle, preventing your clothing from getting caught in the spokes. And the best part is, you can make your own skirt guard with this free crochet pattern!
Materials Needed
To make your own bicycle skirt guard, you will need the following materials:
- 2 skeins of worsted weight yarn
- Size H crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Pattern
Here is the pattern for your bicycle skirt guard:
- Ch 50
- Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (49 sc)
- Ch 1 and turn.
- Sc in each st across. (49 sc)
- Repeat row 3-4 until work measures 18 inches (or desired length).
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 2, turn and hdc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 2, turn and hdc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 2, turn and hdc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 2, turn and hdc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 2, turn and hdc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 2, turn and hdc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Ch 1, turn and sc in each stitch across.
- Fasten off and weave in ends.
How to Attach Your Skirt Guard
Once you have completed your skirt guard, it's time to attach it to your bicycle. Here's how:
- Clean the area where you will be attaching your skirt guard with rubbing alcohol to ensure it is free of dirt and grease.
- Attach the skirt guard to the frame of your bicycle with zip ties or wire.
- Make sure the skirt guard is properly aligned with the back wheel of your bicycle.
- Trim off any excess zip ties or wire.
- Test the skirt guard by riding your bike and making sure your clothing does not get caught in the spokes.
Conclusion
Now that you have your own crochet bicycle skirt guard, you can ride your bike in style without worrying about ruining your outfit. This pattern is easy to follow and can be customized to fit any bike. Enjoy your ride!