Vintage Crochet Link Necklace Pattern for a Retro Look
Bright colors and shapes turn a crochet link necklace pattern into a stylish accessory that complements any look for you or someone you love.
A long chain around your neck can make you feel special and happy. The Crochet Link Necklace pattern helps you make a lovely necklace that shines with beauty and style. Each link joins together, forming a soft and light chain that feels nice to wear. You can use this necklace at parties, work, school, or even at home to brighten your look.
Edgy Crochet Link Necklace Pattern that Breaks the Mold

Many people find joy in creating this necklace because it is simple and doesn’t cost much. The Crochet Link Necklace pattern shares clear and easy steps, making it possible for everyone to make their own. You can keep your necklace or share it as a gift for family or friends. Wearing this necklace shows you have made something bright and beautiful on your own.

Materials
- Yarn: Amigurumi by Círculo or similar DK/light worsted cotton yarn
- For a single-color necklace: 1 ball is sufficient
- For a multi-color necklace: Small quantities (leftovers) of each color
- Hook: 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle or tapestry needle
- Scissors
Key Abbreviations (US Terms)
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ch | chain |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| sc | single crochet |
| st(s) | stitch(es) |
| rep | repeat |
| rnd(s) | round(s) |
Special Notes
- Each link (chain) of the necklace is made separately in rows, then folded and joined into a ring.
- The first link is made alone; subsequent links are joined to the previous link before closing the ring.
- The number of links is adjustable to reach your desired necklace length.
- You can join the ends to make a seamless necklace.
Pattern Instructions
1. First Link
- With chosen color, ch 25.
- Lay your chain flat to avoid twisting.

- Lay your chain flat to avoid twisting.
- Form ring:
- Join with a sl st to the first ch, making sure not to twist the chain.
- Round 1:
- Ch 1, sc in each ch around (25 sc).
- Join with a sl st to the first sc.
- Rounds 2–8:
- Ch 1, sc in each st around (25 sc).
- Join with a sl st to the first sc.
- Fasten off, leaving a 6-inch tail.
- Close the Link:
- Fold the tube so that the starting and ending edges meet.
- Using the tapestry needle and the yarn tail, sew the open sides together neatly.
- Weave in ends inside the link.

2. Subsequent Links
- With new color, ch 25.
- Interlock:
- Pass the new chain through the center of the previous finished link before closing your starting chain into a ring.
- Form ring:
- Join with a sl st to the first ch, making sure the link is interlocked, and the chain is not twisted.
- Rounds 1–8:
- Same as for the first link: Ch 1, sc in each st around (25 sc).
- Join with a sl st. Repeat for total 8 rounds.

- Finishing:
- Fasten off, leaving a tail. Fold and sew ends together (as for first link), hiding ends inside.
- Repeat Steps 1–5 for each new link, interlinking as you go, until you have the desired necklace length (sample uses 17 links for a short necklace).
3. Finishing and Closing the Necklace
- To join the ends (make a closed loop):
- The last chain passes through the first and previous links before forming a ring.
- After finishing the last link, sew it closed as before, ensuring both necklace ends are interlocked.
- Weave in all yarn tails.

Conclusion
Your colorful link necklace is now complete! This project’s modular style allows you to easily adjust the length, play with as many colors as you like, or even create matching bracelets or belts. Wear it as a chunky statement piece or gift it to friends.
Pattern Correction & Tips
- For a looser necklace, add extra chains in the foundation (e.g., ch 28–30).
- To make it longer, simply make more links.
- Crochet tightly so links retain shape and don’t stretch out of shape.
- Check for twists before closing each ring!

