Hello fellow yarn enthusiasts! Today, we’re going to dive into a project that’s as beautiful as it is versatile: creating these gorgeous crochet flower motifs. You might have seen similar designs used as doilies, coasters, or even joined together to form larger pieces. The ones in our inspiration photo are a lovely shade of blue, perfect for adding a touch of serene elegance to any space.
These motifs feature a delicate, lacy design with a central “flower” and radiating petals. Don’t be intimidated if you’re new to crochet; with a little patience, you’ll be blooming in no time!
What You’ll Need:
- Yarn: Fine weight (fingering or lace weight) cotton yarn is ideal for achieving that delicate look. The photo suggests a beautiful turquoise or light blue.
- Crochet Hook: A small hook size will be necessary for fine yarn. The hook in the picture appears to be around a 0.75 mm or 1.00 mm, but always check your yarn label for recommended hook sizes. Go with the smaller end of the recommendation to achieve a tighter, more defined stitch.
- Scissors
- Yarn Needle (for weaving in ends)
Abbreviations (US Terms):
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- tr: treble crochet
- dtr: double treble crochet
- sk: skip
- sp: space
- rep: repeat
- yo: yarn over
Let’s Get Started! (Pattern for One Motif)
Note: This pattern is based on visual interpretation of the image. Adjustments may be needed based on your tension and yarn.
Round 1: Magic Ring
Make a magic ring. Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 11 dc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3. (12 dc)
Round 2: Creating the First Petal Base
Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch). Sc in the same stitch. Ch 5, sk 1 dc, sc in next dc. Rep from * to * 5 more times. Ch 5, sk 1 dc, join with a sl st to the first sc. (6 sc, 6 ch-5 loops)
Round 3: Building the Petals
Sl st into the first ch-5 loop. Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 4 dc in the same ch-5 loop. Ch 3, sl st into the same ch-5 loop (this forms a picot at the tip of the petal). Ch 3, 5 dc in the same ch-5 loop. Ch 1, in next ch-5 loop: 5 dc, ch 3, sl st into the 3rd ch from hook (picot made), ch 3, 5 dc. Rep from * to * around. Ch 1, join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3. (6 petals)
Round 4: Connecting the Petals
Ch 1. Sc in the space between the 5 dc stitches of the first petal (the point where you made the picot). Ch 7, sc in the space between the 5 dc stitches of the next petal. Rep from * to * around. Ch 7, join with a sl st to the first sc. (6 sc, 6 ch-7 loops)
Round 5: Creating the Lacy Edge
Sl st into the first ch-7 loop. Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc in the same ch-7 loop. Ch 3, sl st to the 3rd ch from hook (picot made). 3 dc in the same ch-7 loop. Ch 1, in next ch-7 loop: 3 dc, ch 3, sl st to the 3rd ch from hook (picot made), 3 dc. Rep from * to * around. Ch 1, join with a sl st to the top of the initial ch 3.
Round 6: The Final Spiked Edge
Sl st to the first dc of the first group of 3 dc. Ch 5, sk 2 dc, sl st into the picot. Ch 5, sk 3 dc (the 3 dc on the other side of the picot), sl st into the ch-1 space between petal groups. Rep from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the starting sl st.
Finishing:
Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Weave in all your ends neatly. Block your motifs if desired, to really open up the lace and define the points.
Video tutorial
Ideas for Your Motifs:
- Coasters: Perfect for adding a handmade touch to your coffee table.
- Garland: Join several motifs together to create a beautiful banner.
- Appliques: Sew them onto clothing, bags, or home decor items.
- Doily: Make a larger version by adding more rounds, or join several smaller ones for a unique doily.
- Gift Embellishment: Tie one onto a wrapped gift for a personal touch.
I hope you enjoyed this pattern! Don’t forget to share your creations using #CrochetFlowerMotif – I’d love to see them! Happy crocheting!
