Want a cute accessory that costs almost nothing and looks like you bought it from a boutique? A sage green boho lace choker is your answer. It is tiny, fast, and beginner-friendly.
You do not need to be a crochet pro. If you know a few basic stitches, you can finish this in one evening. FYI, the compliments will keep coming.
Why Sage Green and Boho Style Work So Well Together
Sage green is that soft, dusty green that feels calm and natural. It does not shout for attention, but it never looks boring either.
Boho style is all about being relaxed, layered, and handmade. When you mix the two, you get that “I just threw this on and somehow look great” energy.
A sage green lace choker pairs well with white shirts, slip dresses, and low-cut knits. It makes your neck look longer and adds a little detail to plain outfits.
And honestly? A choker uses so little yarn that it is the perfect scrap-busting project.
What You Actually Need to Get Started
Do not let fancy crochet tutorials scare you off. This project needs very few things.
- Cotton thread (lace weight or fine cotton): Sage green for the main color. Cream or off-white for accents.
- Crochet hook: A 1.5mm to 1.75mm steel hook gives the best lace look. If your thread is thicker, 2.0mm works too.
- Small beads or faux pearls: 3mm to 4mm size for the flower centers.
- Sewing needle: For hiding tails and sewing beads.
- Lobster clasp or small button: To close the choker.
See? Nothing hard to find. You probably already have thread at home. If not, one small ball costs almost nothing.
Learn These Basic Stitches First
This choker uses only simple stitches. You need to know:
- Chain (ch): Yarn over, pull through. The easiest loop-to-loop step.
- Single crochet (sc): Insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through both loops.
- Double crochet (dc): Yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop, work off in two steps.
- Slip stitch (sl st): Insert hook, pull through everything at once.
- Picot: Chain 3, then slip stitch into the first chain. This makes the tiny “spikes” on lace edges.
If you can chain and single crochet, you can make most of this choker.
Start With a Simple Leaf to Warm Up
The whole choker is built from small repeated pieces. Let us begin with the easiest one: the leaf.
The sage green leaf is the heart of this design. It gives that boho “plant” feel and helps flowers flow into each other naturally.
Here is how to make one basic leaf:
- Chain 8.
- Starting in the second chain from hook, work: sc, half double crochet, two dc, half double crochet, sc.
- In the last chain, work (sc, ch 1, sc) — this turns the leaf tip.
- Now work back along the other side with the same stitches.
Once you make one, you get it. Make 10 to 14 leaves and set them aside. Do not stress about making them identical. Slight differences are part of the boho charm.
Flower Motifs: Center and Petals in One Go
Flowers are the stars of this choker. We will make two sizes: big flowers for the middle and small flowers for the sides.
How to Make the Big Flower
Use cream thread. Chain 4 and join into a ring with a slip stitch. Work 10 sc into the ring. Then in each sc, make one petal: (ch 3, 2 dc, ch 3, sl st). You will get a ring of soft, round petals.
How to Make the Small Flower
Even easier. Chain 4 into a ring, then work 8 sc into it. In each stitch, work (ch 2, 1 half double crochet, ch 2, sl st). These flowers are flatter and denser, perfect for filling gaps.
After finishing, sew a small bead or faux pearl into the center of each big flower. This one step takes the choker from “nice” to “wow”.
Putting It All Together Is the Fun Part
Now you have a pile of flowers and leaves. How do they become a choker?
Lay the flowers and leaves on a table in the shape you want. Usually, you place the big flower in the center, with small flowers and leaves alternating on each side, forming a small V shape.
Then join them with sage green thread. The joining is simple:
- Between two petals that touch, chain 3 to 5, then slip stitch to secure.
- Do not aim for “perfect symmetry”. Boho style is intentionally a little uneven.
While joining, leave enough length at the back to go around your neck. Measure your neck first so the ends can meet and close.
Final Edging and Finishing Touches
Once the main body is joined, work a simple border along the top edge: repeat (sc, ch 3, sc) to create a scalloped look. Do something similar along the bottom V shape, but try ch 4 instead of ch 3 for a wider curve.
Sew a lobster clasp on one end and a small ring or button on the other.
Finally, use your sewing needle to weave in all loose tails. Trim the extras. Done.
Wear It Out or Gift It?
IMO, this choker belongs on your own neck. It is so light you forget you have it on. But every time you turn or look down, that little bit of sage green and pearl shine catches the light.
If you really want to gift it, it makes a lovely handmade present. It uses very little thread but looks like you put in a lot of thought (because you did).
Styling tip? White tee plus jeans plus this choker equals instant “effortlessly cool”.
Common Mistakes Newbies Make
- Thread too thick: Thick yarn turns lace into rope. Stick to lace weight or fine cotton.
- Crocheting too tight: Lace looks best when it is a bit loose. If your hands are tight, go up one hook size.
- Skipping blocking: If you want petals to stand up, use a little fabric stiffener. Skipping it is fine too — soft and floppy looks relaxed.
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Final Thoughts:
The best part about this sage green boho lace choker is that it suits everyone. A slim neck looks delicate in it. Any neck looks longer with it. The color is soft enough to match almost any outfit.
So dig through your yarn stash and find a ball of sage green. You can finish this tonight.
