Create your own charming and vibrant crocheted flower with this easy-to-follow pattern! Inspired by a detailed tutorial, this design guides beginners through making a lovely two-layered bloom, perfect for embellishing blankets, hats, bags, or as a delightful standalone accent.
Skill Level: Beginner
Finished Size (Approximate):
- Diameter: Approximately 3 – 4 inches (7.5 – 10 cm)
- Size can vary based on yarn, hook, and tension.
Materials You’ll Need:
- Yarn: Small amounts of DK weight (Light Worsted / 8 ply) yarn in two colors:
- Color A (Base & First Petal Layer): White (or your preferred base color)
- Color B (Second Petal Layer): Orange (or your preferred accent color)
- Any smooth acrylic or cotton yarn will work beautifully. Cotton is great for stitch definition, while acrylic offers a soft finish.
- Crochet Hook: 3.0 mm crochet hook.
- A smaller hook will create a denser fabric, which is good for holding the flower’s shape.
- Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends.
- Scissors
Gauge (Not Critical, but Aim for Consistency!):
Since this is a decorative motif, exact gauge isn’t crucial. However, consistency in your stitches and overall tension will ensure your petals are uniform and your flower looks neat.
Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms):
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- tr: treble crochet (or triple crochet)
- st(s): stitch(es)
- MR: Magic Ring
Let’s Crochet Your Beautiful Two-Layered Flower!
This flower is worked in two main parts: the base and first layer of petals (Color A), and the second layer of petals (Color B).
Part 1: The Base & First Layer of Petals (Color A – White)
- Create the Base Ring:
- Ch 8. Sl st into the first chain to form a ring.
- This ring will be the foundation for your first layer of petals.
- First Petal (Repeat 8 times):
- Ch 4 (counts as 1 tr).
- Work 4 tr into the ring.
- Ch 4. Sl st into the ring.
- This completes one petal. You will make 8 petals in total, evenly spaced around the ring.
- Repeat these steps (Ch 4, 4 tr into ring, Ch 4, sl st into ring) 7 more times.
- Finish First Layer:
- After the last petal, sl st to join securely.
- FO Color A, leaving a short tail for weaving in. Weave in all Color A tails.
Part 2: The Second Layer of Petals (Color B – Orange)
This layer of petals will be worked behind the first layer, using the back loops of the base ring.
- Attach Color B:
- Turn your work to the back. You will see the back loops of the initial chain ring.
- Attach Color B (Orange) with a sl st into one of the back loops of the initial chain ring.
- Second Petal (Repeat 8 times):
- Ch 7 (counts as 1 tr + ch 3).
- Work 5 tr into the same back loop where you attached the yarn.
- Ch 4. Sl st into the next back loop of the initial chain ring.
- This completes one petal. You will make 8 petals in total, evenly spaced around the ring, behind the first layer.
- Repeat these steps (Ch 7, 5 tr into the same back loop, Ch 4, sl st into the next back loop) 7 more times.
- Finish Second Layer:
- After the last petal, sl st to join securely.
- FO Color B, leaving a short tail for weaving in.
Part 3: Finishing Touches
- Weave in all ends: Use your tapestry needle to neatly weave in any remaining loose yarn tails.
- Shape: Gently shape your flower, fanning out the petals of both layers to make them even and prominent. You can gently push the first layer of petals forward to reveal the second layer behind it.
Video tutorial
Versatile Uses for Your Crocheted Flower Motif:
- Appliqué: Sew onto blankets, hats, scarves, headbands, bags, or clothing for a cheerful floral accent.
- Coasters: Make a few and use them as adorable drink coasters.
- Garlands: String multiple flowers together for a lovely decorative garland.
- Hair Accessories: Glue or sew onto hair clips or elastic hair ties.
- Gift Embellishment: Tie onto gifts instead of a traditional bow for a charming handmade touch.
- Brooch/Pin: Attach a pin back to the base.
Customization & Tips:
- Color Combinations: Experiment with different color combinations for the two layers (e.g., pink and purple, blue and green, complementary colors!).
- Size Adjustment:
- Larger Flower: Use a thicker yarn (e.g., worsted weight) and a larger hook. You can also increase the initial chain count for the base ring and the number of stitches in your petals.
- Smaller Flower: Use a finer yarn (e.g., fingering weight) and a smaller hook. Reduce the initial chain count and use fewer stitches or shorter stitches (e.g., dc instead of tr) for the petals.
- Petal Fullness: Experiment with the number of treble crochet stitches within each petal to change their fullness.
- Center Embellishment: Sew a small bead or button in the very center of the flower for extra sparkle.
Enjoy creating these beautiful and versatile two-layered crochet flowers! They’re a fantastic way to add a bright and happy handmade touch to any project.
