Materials
- Sport or DK weight cotton yarn:
- White
- Light green
- Dark green
- Brown
- Black
- 3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Fiberfill (optional)
Abbreviations
MR = Magic Ring
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
inc = 2 sc in one stitch
dec = single crochet decrease
FO = fasten off
Pattern
Kiwi Slice (Make 7)
Round 1
MR, 6 sc. Join with sl st.
Round 2
Inc in each stitch. (12)
Round 3
1 sc, inc around. (18)
Change to white.
Round 4
Sc around. (18)
Change to light green.
Round 5
2 sc, inc around. (24)
Change to dark green.
Round 6
Sc around. (24)
Border
Work one round of crab stitch or reverse sc for a textured edge.
Kiwi Seeds
Using black yarn, embroider small seeds evenly around the white ring.
Center
Using brown yarn, embroider an oval in the middle of each kiwi slice.
Spiral Assembly
Ch 90–120 depending on desired length.
Attach one kiwi slice every 10–12 chains, alternating the direction slightly to create a spiral effect.
Finish with a hanging loop at the top using ch 20 and join with a sl st.
Weave in all yarn ends securely.
Finished Size
Approximately 60–90 cm (24–35 inches), depending on chain length and number of kiwi slices.
Conclusion
This kiwi spiral hanging is a fun and colorful crochet decoration that is perfect for kitchens, windows, nurseries, or as a handmade gift. Its lightweight design twists naturally, creating a beautiful hanging display with minimal materials.
I can also create a printable pattern chart or a realistic step-by-step image guide for this project.