How to Crochet a Toy Storage Hammock

Co-authored by Lindsey Campbell

Last Updated: October 10, 2024 Fact Checked

This toy storage hammock hangs in the corner of a room. It's a great way to corral stuffed animals and keep them visible. This is a very easy project that can be finished in an hour or two. Because it's a loose, open pattern, it uses relatively little yarn, so it's a great opportunity to use up leftover yarn.

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Choose any yarn and any hook that feels comfortable with it. This project doesn't really have (or need) a gauge. A larger hook and gauge will make a larger net and faster work.^{[1]
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Tie a slip knot and chain about six stitches. This makes the first of three optional hanging loops, so if you'd like the loop larger or smaller, chain more or fewer stitches.^{[2]
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Slip stitch into the first stitch in the chain, forming the first optional hanging loop.^{[3]
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This chain will form one side of the triangular sling or hammock, so chain until you get the length that you will want (see tips). The chain could be anywhere from 18 inches (45.7 cm) to three feet or more for larger toys.
(or whatever number you used in step 2) for the second optional hanging loop. Slip stitch back into the chain, six stitches back.^{[4]
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Skip two stitches and double crochet into the third.
: chain two, skip two stitches in the row below and double crochet.
into the first loop.
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Chain four. A chain of four starts each subsequent row, too.
into the next loop.
: chain two, double crochet into the next loop. Don't worry if there's a stitch or two left over at the end.
This pattern naturally reduces with each subsequent row.
to center in it a bit better.
Chain six (or your number from step 2) and slip stitch back into the loop from the last row.^{[5]
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How do I know what measurement to place on the wall? I have seen some with the back of the hammock higher than the sides and some at the same level.

Jean-Marie Gaul

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I would mark the two ends and then pick a spot in the middle. That should hold it...

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Gather up the stuffed animals that will live in this hammock, set them in a corner, and measure diagonally how long the front will be to size your first row. If you're not sure, make the hammock a bit larger than you think you will need.

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If you prefer, you can use metal hanging rings. You can use key chain type rings added after the crocheting is done or form the corner loops around any metal rings.

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The hanging loops are optional because you could simply hang the hammock from the corner loops of the triangle.

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If you're an avid crocheter with lots of skeins of yarn, try using one of these nets to store it (instead of using it for stuffed animals). It's very cute and functional.
To make the net as sturdy as possible, I've found that using a smaller hook and strong yarn works best!

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Warnings

This fabric will take the weight of an assortment of stuffed animals, but not kids. Hang it high enough that they won't try to swing from it, and explain to older kids that it's for their toys, not them.

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