25 Lunar Nomad Crochet Patterns
As a person who loves fashion and design, I’ve been really interested in discovering niche aesthetics online, some with a long history and some more recent ones that have discovered on my Pinterest feed, and others I kind of stumble on and compile myself based off of what I want to call it because of the elements it’s made of.
One that I’ve kind of realized on my feed is one that I’ll call “lunar nomad”. It combines elements of esoteric baddie, veils, textures include lace, layers, and flowy pieces, celestial themes, and color palettes are silver, creams, earth tones, blues, and grayscale, and just alien looking and futuristic themes in general that feel like you’re some kind of space wayfarer who just journeyed to the moon so it’s definitely inspired by the space age style.
So I have a collection of 25 patterns that I’ve separated into Clothing, Accessories, Granny Square & Appliqué, and Home Decor. Also make sure to check out the Pinterest Board, which shares all of the inspiration pictures features above, and all of the links to each pattern is also below. Alright let’s get started!
Clothing:
Luna Hoodie by Nickel Arts 28, see the pattern here.
First is the luna hoodie by Nickel Arts 28. It’s more intermediate level and inspired by the luna moth or it’s also called the American Moon Moth, which is a lime green nocturnal moth, so especially with the color I felt it looked ethereal and unearthly so perfect for this collection. It’s a paid pattern on their Etsy and has sizes Small to 5XL, and the fit is customizable via the waistline, sleeve, cuff and hood alterations. It’s designed in three base sizes with alterations throughout the pattern that helps with giving it a great fit, and the pattern includes a size guide, color planning worksheet, look book, tapestry crochet photo tutorials, tapestry graphs, fully written instructions, and construction guide with finishing options which is nice.
Next is the solas tie front cardigan by Crochet by Lib. This one is a paid pattern on their Ribblr and more intermediate level to make, it perfect for layering and is a cropped cardigan with options for alterations with the sleeves as you can make it a vest or have short sleeves. There are sizes XS to 3XL with this one and it just uses basic stitches to create. And this one is perfect to whip up and layer with to give your look a more celestial vibe. And to really give it that lunar nomad vibe you could try making it in more soft color palettes of blues, creams, grays or silvers.
The perfect tunic by lion brand. This one is more intermediate level to make and the perfect layering piece and lightweight to wear in warmer weather with this choice of yarn. It is worked up in a sapphire color as well which is perfect for this aesthetic, and is free. Special stitches are the double double crochet two together, as well as the double crochet two together, and shell stitch. To create it you start with the back, shape the shoulders, and finish it off with the edging.
Moon Crop Top by Beautiful Crochet Stuff, see the pattern here. Next is the moon crop top by Beautiful Crochet Stuff. It’s beginner friendly to make and a free YouTube video tutorials and there is one size, Small/Medium for this one, but it could be easily adjusted to other sizes if you are more familiar with creating garments. The special stitches are the picots and popcorn stitches, and the video tutorial definitely helps if you’re a more visual learner, and I loved the texture of this one it definitely has a lunar vibe.
The pacific poncho by Carroway Crochet is a great piece. It’s a free pattern on their blog and is made of two identical rectangles that are seamed at the top with a neck opening. It’s simple to create because you mainly use double crochet stitches to create it, so it has a clean and minimalist vibe, and a bit of light sewing across the shoulders. The sizes are small to 3XL, and to create it you make two panels, then connect it together with shoulder seams, and this one would be so fun to style and layer with to create this lunar nomad style.
Seabreeze Pants by Yarnspirations, see the pattern here.
Or make the seabreeze pants which is free on the yarnspirations website. This one is a fun and flowy piece that is great for layering, it has sizes XS to 5XL, and is more intermediate level to create. The special stitches are the foundation single crochet as well as the double crochet two and three together, and the single crochet two together. The pants are worked in 2 halves, from side to side, and then seamed across the crotch to connect with a flat seam, and the pants are also designed with generous ease with open side seams.
Moonflower Top by Clacrochet Studio, see the pattern here.
Another great one is the moonflower top by Clacrochet studio. This one is great for layering and more intermediate level to make. It features open work details with wide sleeves, and can be dressed up or down. It’s a paid pattern over on their Etsy, and made with granny squares motifs that are joined with the join as you go technique. And this one is in Italian and English.
Accessories:
Cabled Hooded Cowl by Quayln Stark, see the pattern here.
First is the cabled hooded cowl by Quayln Stark. The special stitches are the backward cable and forward cable, as well as the double crochet front and back post and treble front post stitches. It has one size which fits 30 inches across by 20 inches tall, and is a free pattern on the yarnspirations website. It’s more intermediate level make, and I loved the cables on it and that it had a hood, and would be great for layering with of course.
The Wrap by Marilyn Coleman, see the pattern here.
Next is this wrap by Marilyn Coleman, it also is one size which measures 54 by 60 inches, this one is beginner friendly to make and free on the yarnspirations, and this one is quite a straight forward pattern and would be really fun to style and wear in colder weather, these pieces to me are basically like wearing a blanket but of course chic to wear.
Celestial Crossbody by Hannah's Handmade Designs, see the pattern here.
I also liked this celestial crossbody to Hannah’s Handmade Designs. This one is a paid pattern on their Ribblr, and the finished size is 10 inches by 6 inches, and is perfect for festivals, markets and everyday wear. It’s beginner friendly to make, and I love the celestial vibe and you can make it in that moody grayscale and shades of blue palette.
Lunar Ripples Shawl by Dora Does, see the pattern here.
The lunar ripples shawl by dora does is a great pattern. It is more intermediate level to make and free on their website. It is inspired by a combination of the glow radiated from a full moon and the ripples of concentric circles created when an object is dropped into a body of water, which I thought was really creative. It measures 200 cm in wingspan by 73 cm deep once blocked, and the special stitches to make it is the v-stitch and single crochet v-stitch.
Honey Moon Bag by Moogly, see the pattern here.
Another great pattern is the Honey Moon Bag by Moogly. It’s free on their blog and measures 15.5 inches wide by 12.5 inches tall. To crerate it you make two identical half circle bag, and is designed to be versatile and if you make it with a shorter strap then it makes a great shoulder bag as well, or make it a crossbody bag with a longer strap. I love that they added the metal rings and I would make it with silver rings and in a moon-inspired color palette, and I love the texture on this one as well.
Moon Rise Shawl by Stephanie Erin, see the pattern here.
I love the moon rise shawl by Stephanie Erin. It’s intermediate level to make and a paid pattern on their website. It’s a perfect light and airy piece to layer with, and I liked the lace design, it measures 96 inches by 16.5 inches, and it’s a pretty simple repeat as well to work up so it’d work up quite quickly as well.
Tatianna Cuff and Earrings by Robyn Chachula, see the pattern here.
This Tatianna Cuff and Earrings by Robyn Chachula is also a great pattern. It’s a free pattern on their Ravelry, and the finished size measures 2 inches wide by 7 inches long, for the cuff and earrings which measures 2 by 2 inches so it’s a statement piece. And in order to make it stiff they used a fabric stiffener and water mixture This one is more intermediate level to make as well, and it does require you being comfortable with added the fishhook earrings and clasp with jump rings for the cuff, and I love the gold seed beads as well to give it a nice aspect.
Veil Scrunchie by TY Thing Co, see the pattern here.
I also liked this veil scrunchie piece by TY Thing Co. It is more intermediate level and I love the airy, dreamy, cloud-like texture of this piece. It’s a paid pattern on their Etsy and is perfect for elevating a simple hairstyle and giving you a more ethereal look.
Spiderweb Hood by Megagantha, see the pattern here.
Another great pattern is the spiderweb hood by Megagantha. It’s a paid pattern on their Etsy, and beginner friendly to make. It uses basic stitches to make, and notes on how to make it have a more fitted or looser fit, and this piece is made to measure and I love how lacy and light, airy quality of this piece is.
Granny Square & Appliqué:
Moon Granny by Loopara Crochet, see the pattern here.
First is the moon granny square by loopara crochet. It’s a nice small size measuring 3.5 inches. You combine the moon and star motif. It’s beginner friendly to make only using basic stitches, and it’s perfect for blankets, cushions, or even whimsical wall hangings. And this one is free on their website.
Moon Phases Appliqué by Rose of May Greece, see the pattern here.
A great pattern is the moon phases appliqué by Rose of May Greece. It is a great appliqué patch for a jacket or to add as a border for the bottom of a crop top, or use as a coaster even. This one is more intermediate level and a paid pattern on their Ribblr. And it measures about 16 cm so it’s a nice size to add a statement to whatever you are making.
Home Decor:
Moonrise Mountain Tapestry by Green Fox Farms Designs, see the pattern here.
First is the moonrise mountain tapestry by Green Fox Farms Designs. It is intermediate level to make and it does use the tapestry crochet method to make. I felt it had a very lunar nomad vibe with the moon and mountains and It measures 11 inches by 15 inches, and works up quite quickly with bulky yarn in about 4 hours or so, and it’s a paid pattern in their Etsy.
Zodiac Tapestry by Off the Beaten Hook, see the pattern here.
Next is the zodiac tapestry by Off the Beaten Hook. Each zodiac sign is worked and then once connected it creates the zodiac wheel, so there are 12 signs and then the moon and stars centerpiece are worked as well. It’s more intermediate level to make and features bold, clean lines and a balanced circular shape that complements the individual zodiac tapestries, and can be worked up and displayed either on their own or sewn together to complete the pattern, and this one is free on their blog.
Starry Night Blanket by Cy Crochet, see the pattern here.
I also like the starry night blanket by CyCrochet. This one is more intermediate level as well, it features 8.5 repeats of the start chart pattern and results in a slightly larger blanket with DK yarn which will measure about 40 inches by 60 inches, so quite a nice size for a twin size bed or a nice throw and would be perfect for travel as well, it has a nice celestial vibe and this one is free on their blog.
Lunar Serpent Wall Hanging by Little Johns Yarn, see the pattern here.
I also really liked this lunar serpent wall hanging pattern by Little Johns Yarn. It measures 20 by 12 inches, and is more intermediate level to make. It features a serpent winding around a crescent moon, blending celestial vibes with texture and style. The pattern is perfect for wall art, alter décor, and fantasy-inspired spaces. It’s a paid pattern on their Etsy, and I love how it brings a mystical touch to your home as well which definitely embodies that lunar nomad vibe.
Moon Crochet Tapestry by Astral Tides, see the pattern here.
This moon crochet tapestry is really gorgeous and by astral tides. It’s more intermediate level and a paid pattern on their Ribblr, you do need to be comfortable with color changing and the tapestry method, and I love the color work on this one and all of the details which is lovely.
Lunar Crossings Blanket by Crochet Kim, see the pattern here.
The lunar crossings square blanket by Crochet Kim is a great pattern. It measures 37 inches and it is a free pattern on their blog. The special stitches are the shell and long single crochet. It’s a motif that is worked in repeated rounds and so it’d be easy to adjust if you want it to be bigger you could just keep going with that motif. And I loved how they used an ombre yarn to give it that nice effect which is nice.
Half Moon Rug by Cris Dvic, see the pattern here.
Another classic celestial pattern to make is the half moon rug by Cris Dvic, and it’s a paid pattern on their Ravelry. It’s more beginner friendly to make and would be perfect to play in an entryway, bathroom, or small cozy nook, and with bulky yarn this one would also work up quite quickly which is nice.
Well what did you think of these patterns? Let me know in the comments below, also make sure to check out the community board regularly to vote on future round-ups you want to see. If you enjoyed this one also check out the Moon Garden Inspired round-up!
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