Catona "Paper" Chain

"While brainstorming ideas to motivate my kiddos to do their summer reading, I came up with a little crochet pattern to share with you. I wanted something visual and tangible that allows them to "count" books or minutes read--something that would show progress towards their goal. Thus, the idea of a paper chain--the kind I made in grade school as a child seemed just the ticket! But, rather than running for the paper, I ran for the yarn (of course). A crocheted chain!"

Crochet HookC/2 or 2.75 mm hook

Yarn Weight(2) Fine (23-26 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet GaugeNot critical for this project.

Materials List

• C (2.75mm) hook
• 19yds/17.5m of fingering mercerized cotton yarn (Scheepjes Catona used)
• 5/8"/1.6mm Buttons in colors of choice
• Needle