Beautiful crochet spiral motif

That’s a crochet spiral motif, often used for coasters, appliqués, or joining into blankets. It’s made by crocheting several “petals” in different colors that overlap in a spiral. Here’s how you can make it:

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🌸 Crochet Spiral Petal Motif — Detailed Tutorial

🧶 Materials

• 6–8 different colors of yarn (same thickness, cotton preferred)
• Crochet hook: 2.5 mm
• Scissors
• Yarn needle

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🌈 Step 1: Make the First Petal

1. Start with Color 1
   • Make a magic ring (or chain 4, join with slip stitch to form a ring).
2. Row 1:
   • Ch 2 (counts as first dc).
   • Work 6 double crochets (dc) into the ring.
   • You have 7 stitches total (including the ch 2).
   • Turn your work.
3. Row 2:
   • Ch 2 (counts as dc).
   • Make 1 dc in the same stitch, then 2 dc in each stitch across the row.
   • You’ll end up with 14 dc total.
   • Fasten off and weave the tail a bit to secure.

You now have your first petal, shaped like a curved leaf.

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🌸 Step 2: Add the Second Petal

1. Attach Color 2
   • With the right side facing you, attach the new color at the side edge of the first petal.
   • You’ll start about halfway up the petal’s side (not at the base).
2. Row 1:
   • Ch 2.
   • Make 7 dc evenly spaced along the edge of the previous petal.
   • Turn your work.
3. Row 2:
   • Ch 2, then 2 dc into each dc from the previous row.
   • You now have 14 dc again.
   • Fasten off.

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🌸 Step 3: Continue with More Petals

• Repeat the same steps for each new color:
  1. Attach new color along the side edge of the last petal.
  2. Ch 2, make 7 dc along edge.
  3. Turn, ch 2, make 2 dc in each stitch (14 dc total).
  4. Fasten off.
• As you continue, each petal will slightly overlap the previous one, forming a spiral pattern.

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🌸 Step 4: Join the Last Petal

When you add your final petal:

1. Work it the same as before, but when you reach the end of the second row,
   slip stitch into the first petal’s base to connect the circle.
2. Fasten off and weave in all yarn ends neatly.

You’ll have a perfect pinwheel or spiral flower shape 🌼

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🌟 Optional Finishing Touches

• Block the motif (lightly steam or dampen and flatten under a towel overnight) for a smoother shape.
• Use them as:
  • Coasters
  • Appliqués for bags, hats, or blankets
  • Sew multiple together for a colorful table runner

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🧵 Example Stitch Summary

Step	Stitch	Count	Note
Row 1	DC	7 total	Into ring or along edge
Row 2	2 DC in each	14 total	Forms curve
Petals	6–8 colors	–	Overlapping

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