Crochet Flower Applique
Crochet flower appliques are a delightful way to add a touch of charm and creativity to your crafting projects. Whether you're embellishing a hat, scarf, or even a bag, these whimsical little motifs can bring a pop of color and personality to your creations. With just a hook, some yarn, and a bit of imagination, you can easily create these beautiful floral accents that are sure to brighten up any piece. They are perfect for adding a handmade touch to your gifts or simply for indulging in a relaxing and rewarding crochet session. So, grab your favorite yarn colors, put on some soothing music, and let your crochet hook work its magic as you bring these adorable crochet flower appliques to life!
Yarn used: Caron Simply Soft Acrylic yarn in colours: Watermelon (for hot pink), Sunshine (for yellow) andChartreuce (for green). Any worsted weight yarn would work.
Hook used: 4 mm (G)
Abbreviations:
CH – chain
ST – stitch
Sl ST – slip stitch
SC – single crochet
HDC — half double crochet
DC — double crochet
Middle of the flower:
Wrap yellow yarn around your pinky finger ten times creating a thick magic loop.
Work 10 SC into magic loop, Sl ST, cut off and weave in ends.
Flower Petals:
With pink yarn (start in any stitch) *SC, CH3, 3 DC, CH3, SC in the same stitch, skip 1 ST*, repeat around four more times to make a total of five petals. Cut off and weave in ends.
Stem:
Attach green yarn to any stitch at the back of the flower and work: CH12, 1 Sl ST in the 2nd CH from hook, 1 Sl ST in next ST. Do not cut off, continue with the leaf.
Leaf:
CH 8, Sl ST in the 2nd chain from hook, SC in next ST, HDC in next ST, DC in next ST, HDC in next ST, SC in next ST, Sl ST to the chain that forms the stem of the flower. Cut off and weave in ends.
Sew applique to a crochet hat or other garment of your choice.
Enjoy!