Crochet Peacock Feather Bookmark

February 23, 2026 Yarn Inspirations Patterns

If you love delicate and elegant crochet projects, this Peacock Feather Bookmark is the perfect quick make. It’s lightweight, beautiful, and ideal for gifting to book lovers.

This pattern creates a textured feather effect using simple stitches and a clever repeat of rows. The raised back-loop technique gives the feather a defined spine, while the picots form the decorative edges.

This is a beginner-friendly pattern that works up quickly and requires minimal yarn perfect for using leftover cotton or acrylic blends.

Skill Level

Beginner to Easy

Materials

Lightweight yarn (cotton, acrylic, or blend)
2.0 mm hook OR 2.5 mm hook
Yarn needle
Scissors

Yarn Suggestions

100% cotton for crisp definition
50% cotton / 50% acrylic blend for softness
100% acrylic for flexibility

Abbreviations (US Terms)

ch – chain
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
BLO – back loop only

Step-by-Step Instructions

Center Circle (Feather Base)

Round 1

Make a magic circle.

Work 20 sc into the magic circle.
Do not join with slip stitch.

(20 stitches)

Round 2

Work directly into the first stitch (no slip stitch join).

4 sc
ch 3
16 sc

(20 stitches total)

Row 3 (First Picot Edge)

Ch 3 and turn your work.

From this row forward, all stitches are worked back loop only (BLO).

1 sc in first stitch (BLO)
15 more sc (BLO)
2 sc in ch-3 space
ch 3
2 sc in same ch-3 space
2 sc (BLO)

Skip remaining stitches.

Row 4

Ch 3, turn.

4 sc (BLO)
2 sc in ch-3 space
ch 3
2 sc in same ch-3 space
14 sc (BLO)

Feather Body Repeat

Repeat:

Row 3
Row 4

Continue alternating these two rows until desired length.

The sample shown uses 8 picots on each side, but you can adjust length as desired.

Finishing Row (Top Loop)

When you reach your final repeat:

Work 4 sc (BLO).
2 sc in ch-3 space.
Instead of ch 3, ch 6.

Turn work.

Slip stitch down the chain:

Insert hook into second chain from hook.
Sl st in each chain back (5 slip stitches total).

This forms the hanging loop.

Then:

2 sc in ch-3 space.
14 sc (BLO).

Fasten off.

Finishing

Cut yarn and secure last stitch.
Weave in ends neatly using a yarn needle.

Your Peacock Feather Bookmark is ready ✨

Customization Ideas

Use variegated yarn for peacock effect
Add beads at the top loop
Starch lightly for a firm bookmark
Make matching sets as gifts

Size

Length depends on number of repeats.
Typical size: 6–8 inches long.

This Peacock Feather Bookmark is an elegant and relaxing project that works up beautifully with fine yarn and a small hook. The alternating rows create a natural feather look, making it a thoughtful handmade gift for readers and teachers.