The idea for this crochet necklace woke the designer at 4:30 one morning. The twining crochet chain and the single bead in the focal pendant promise an elegant finish to a simple outfit.

Finished Size: 18 (191/2, 21)“ long from button to buttonhole. Medallion measures 3” long and 1 3/8” across.
Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Thread size 10 (100% mercerized cotton; 400 yd 365 m/3 oz 85 g; CYCA #0): # 0226 natural (A), # 0021 linen (B); 1 ball each. Distributed by Coats & Clark.
Hook Size: 7 (1.65 mm) steel hook. Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: St markers (m); tapestry needle; 3/8” button; 3/8” tear drop bead; needle that will fit through hole on bead; sewing or beading thread to sew bead to necklace.
Gauge: Medallion Rnds 1-2 = 3” long and 13/8” wide.