How to Crochet a Simple & Easy Crochet Flower | Free pattern for Absolute Beginners

Introduction: Crochet flowers are a delightful way to add a touch of charm and beauty to various craft projects. Whether you want to embellish a hat, bag, scarf, or create unique decorations, learning how to crochet a simple and easy crochet flower is a rewarding skill for both beginners and experienced crafters. In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through the process of creating a lovely crochet flower that will brighten up any project.

Skill Level: beginner

Materials Needed: Before we dive into the crochet instructions, gather the following materials:

Worsted weight yarn in your desired color(s)
Crochet hook (Select the correct dimensions for your yarn, usually ranging from 3.5mm to 5mm in size)
Scissors
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Yarn needle

Abbreviations:

Ch: Chain
Sl st: Slip stitch
Sc: Single crochet
Hdc: Half double crochet
Dc: Double crochet
Tr: Treble crochet
St: Stitch
Rep: Repeat

Instructions:

Round 1:

Start with a magic ring (adjustable ring) using Color A, or alternatively, chain 4 and join with a slip stitch to form a ring.
Chain 1 (does not count as a stitch), work 8 single crochet (sc) stitches into the ring.
Grasp the trailing edge of the yarn and gently pull to cinch the midpoint of the loop.
Join by utilizing a slip stitch (sl st) to the original single crochet (sc) in order to finalize the circular round. (8 single crochets)

Round 2:

Change to Color B for the center of the flower.
Chain 1 (does not count as a stitch), Perform one single crochet stitch in the following stitch, followed by creating a chain of 3. Repeat from * to * around.
Connect by making a slip stitch to the initial single crochet of the round. (8 sc, 8 ch-3 spaces)

Round 3:

Change back to Color A for the petal rounds.
In the initial chain-3 space, create the subsequent petal: one single crochet, one half double crochet (hdc), two double crochet (dc), one treble crochet (tr), two double crochet (dc), one half double crochet (hdc), and one single crochet (sc). This completes the first petal.
In the subsequent chain-3 space, execute the identical petal design as outlined in step 2. Replicate this process for each of the 8 chain-3 spaces.
Attach using a slip stitch to the initial single crochet of the round. (8 petals)

Round 4:

Slip stitch to the middle half double crochet of the first petal from the previous round.
Chain 5, Omit the following stitch, then create a slip stitch in the central half double crochet of the subsequent petal. Repeat from * to * around.
Attach by means of a slip stitch to the initial chain of the round. (8 chain-5 spaces)

Round 5:

Sl st in the first chain-5 space.
Perform 8 double crochet (dc) stitches within the chain-5 space, and then slip stitch into the following slip stitch. Repeat from * to * around.
Connect using a slip stitch to the initial double crochet of the round. (8 groups of 8 dc)

Round 6:

Perform 1 single crochet stitch in the initial 3 double crochet stitches, omit the subsequent double crochet stitch, and execute a slip stitch in the following double crochet stitch. Repeat from * to * around.
Securely finish and entwine any remaining loose ends.

Step By Step Pattern:

Step 1: Begin with a Slip Knot To start your crochet flower, make a slip knot by forming a loop with your yarn. Insert your crochet hook through the loop and tighten the knot around the hook. This will serve as your first chain stitch.

Step 2: Chain Stitch (CH) Create a foundation chain of four stitches. To do this, yarn over (wrap the yarn around the hook from back to front) and pull the yarn through the loop on the hook. Perform this procedure an additional three instances until you possess a total of four linked stitches.

Step 3: Slip Stitch (SL ST) Join the last chain stitch to form a ring by inserting your hook into the first chain stitch made and making a slip stitch. To do this, yarn over and pull the yarn through both the loop on the hook and the loop on your chain.

Step 4: Round 1 – Petal Base To create the petals of the flower, start by making a chain 3 (this counts as the first double crochet). Then, work 11 more double crochet stitches into the center of the ring. To make a double crochet (DC), yarn over, insert your hook into the center of the ring, yarn over again, pull through the first two loops on the hook, yarn over again, and pull through the remaining two loops on the hook.

Step 5: Round 1 – Joining To complete round 1, make a slip stitch in the top chain of the initial chain 3 (the one that acted as the first double crochet). This action will unite the circular elements and shape your initial collection of petals completely.

Step 6: Round 2 – Petals To create the petals for round 2, start by making a slip stitch in the space between the first and second double crochet stitches of the previous round. Next, make single crochet (SC), half-double crochet (HDC), double crochet (DC), HDC, SC, all in the same space. This forms one petal. Now, slip stitch into the next space between the next set of double crochet stitches and repeat the petal sequence (SC, HDC, DC, HDC, SC). Continue this pattern around the circle, making six petals in total.

Step 7: Finishing Off Once you have completed all the petals, fasten off the yarn by cutting it, leaving a tail of about 6 inches. Pull the tail through the last loop on your hook and tighten to secure the end. Use a tapestry needle to weave in the loose ends at the back of the flower.

Step 8: Embellish (Optional) Feel free to add your personal touch to the crochet flower. You can attach a button, bead, or small pompom in the center of the flower to give it an enhanced look.

Conclusion: Congratulations! You’ve successfully learned how to crochet a simple and easy crochet flower. With this newfound skill, you can now create beautiful flowers to add a decorative touch to various projects. Experiment with different yarn colors and sizes to create a stunning assortment of crochet flowers. Happy crocheting!