These gorgeous colourful simple crochet flowers are creative and decorative for so many crochet projects. Watch the tutorial to get started on one of the many projects mentioned below!
๐ผ DETAILED LOOP PETAL CROCHET FLOWER PATTERN
๐ฆ Materials Needed:
- 2 colors of yarn (center + petal)
- Crochet hook (around 2.0โ3.5 mm for fine yarn, or appropriate for your yarn type)
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
๐ค Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- rnd = round
๐ Pattern Instructions:
๐ธ Center of Flower
- Create a Magic Ring
- OR: ch 4, sl st into the first ch to form a ring.
- Rnd 1:
- Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch).
- Work 8 sc into the ring.
- Pull the tail to tighten the ring.
- Sl st into the first sc to join the round.
โก๏ธ You can increase to 10 sc if you want more petals.
- Fasten off the center color yarn and attach petal color with a sl st into any sc from the previous round.
๐ธ Petal Loops
- Rnd 2:
- (Ch 12, sl st into next sc) โ repeat around.
โก๏ธ You will have one loop petal for each sc in the center.
- Example: 8 sc = 8 petals
- 10 sc = 10 petals
- After last petal loop:
- Sl st to the base of the first petal (or to the starting sl st join) to complete the round.
- Fasten off and weave in ends with a tapestry needle.
๐จ Optional Variations & Tips:
- Petal Size:
Adjust the ch 12 to a different number for varying petal lengths.- Ch 10 for shorter petals
- Ch 14+ for longer, droopy petals
- Number of Petals:
Simply increase the sc in the center ring to make more petals.
(e.g., 10 sc = 10 petals) - Double Layer:
Make a second flower in a contrasting color with slightly shorter or longer loops, and sew it behind the first one for a double-layered effect. - Use a bead or button in the center for a decorative touch.
๐ Quick Petal Count Table
| Center sc | Petals |
|---|---|
| 6 | 6 |
| 8 | 8 |
| 10 | 10 |
| 12 | 12 |
๐ Finishing:
- Weave in all yarn ends securely with a yarn needle.
- Block the flower lightly if needed to shape the petals.
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