26 Easy crochet flower patterns + How to use them
Excited to share this adorable collection of free crochet flower patterns in this blog post with you. These simple flower patterns are a great way to display your crochet skills and home decor.
There is something for everyone, these crochet projects are the perfect way to show your crochet skills. The cute flowers include step-by-step instructions for small crochet flower patterns and larger flower easy patterns.
Crochet flowers are one of the ways to show our creativity as crocheters. I can tell as making crochet flowers brings me so much joy! The fun part about crochet flower-free patterns included in this post is that no matter your level of crochet, there is a flower for your level of expertise!
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Expert tips for making adorable flowers
For the best crochet flowers, you need a combination of yarn, tension, hooks, and practice. When it comes to yarn, cotton yarn is often the best yarn to make your crochet flowers.
Understanding stitch tension is crucial when creating flowers. Too loose, and the flower may not hold its shape; too tight, and the petals may curl.
The right crochet hook size will help achieve uniform stitches, and the pattern should guide you. My advice is always to go down at least one crochet hook size of what is recommended by the yarn when crocheting your flowers.
Counting your stitches and rows accurately ensures your flower matches the pattern. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different colors or yarn types to make your flower unique.
Most Common Crochet Flower Patterns
- Simple Daisy Crochet Pattern
- Roses Crochet Pattern
- The Sunflower Crochet Pattern
- Orchid Beauty Crochet Pattern
- Blooming Cactus Flower Crochet Pattern
25 Free Patterns for Crochet Flowers
How to create simple flowers
Creating your own mini bouquet of flowers can be an easy crochet project if you follow an easy pattern. The skill level required varies from beginner to advanced. You will need to know how to make a magic ring (magic circle)
Supplies for crochet patterns
Yarn – Either a Sport, DK, Worsted weight
Crochet hook – 2.5 – 4 mm hook
​Yarn needle
Crochet abbreviations
Half-double crochet – Hdc
Slip stitch Slip Knot – sl st
Puff Stitch
The Best collection of free crochet flower patterns
Beginner Friendly Crochet Flower Patterns
The crochet flowers included in this round-up are ones that raise basic crochet stitches, a simple repeat of the basic rounds/rows and mostly have a video to help make the making process much easier.
Stitches you need to know for these easy crochet flower patterns include - Chain, Single crochet stitches, Half double crochet, Double crochet, and Treble crochet.
Poinsettia Christmas Flower Pattern
Super fun crochet Christmas Flower Pattern made using Worsted weight yarn and 5 mm crochet hook
Skill Level - Intermediate
Fun and easy to customize regarding the number of petals and added ornaments.
Crochet Flower Power Blossom
- The Crochet blossom flower by Naztazia is another quick and fun project, a beginner-friendly pattern.
- This flower pattern works up quickly with just 3 rounds! Oh, each flower uses less than 20 yards! You can turn these blossom crochet flowers into numerous projects also.
- Each flower measures about 4.5" across.
- My rating - 5 out of 5 stars!
How to crochet a flower
- Colorful and super beautiful crochet flowers by Gathered.how.
- This is a straightforward pattern and a perfect scrap yarn project. I love how quickly this crochet flower project works up.
- Yarn - You need any DK-weight yarns in colors of your choice. You can totally make reach round in different colors for a color-popping crochet flower.
- Rating - 5 out of 5 stars! Well-written and easy-to-follow crochet pattern
Crochet Popcorn Flower
- A quick (I meant super fast) crochet flower for you! A 3-round project that comes switch a detailed video tutorial. You will need less than 30 yards for one!
- Perfect use of those leftover yarns.
- This two-petal flower has a measurement of about 3 inches in diameter.
Various Crochet Flower patterns
- This compilation of crochet flowers is so cute to ignore. The free crochet flower pattern comprises 6 amazing, quick flowers that can be made in the color of your choice.
- These crochet flowers will make the kids in your life happier!
- Easy and well-written pattern, you will enjoy making these crochet flowers.
A crocheted flower brooch
- Easy, well-written, and detailed instructions for the flower.
- I love that you can also make this into a brooch with lots of help from the designer to do so.
Crochet Flower Artemis
- How about a 3 round crochet Artemis Flower pattern? This can be completed in less than 10 minutes!
- The original pattern was made using thread but you can make your sin any yarn weight.
- Fun, easy and straightforward pattern.
- Definitely a 5 out of 5 stars.
Flower Power Crochet Motif
- Oh, how I love this genius idea! This groovy crochet flower motif is quick to make and perfect for use as an applique, in bunting, and in other decorative projects such as pen/pencil toppers and fridge magnets.
- It a great for stash-busting and small gifts.
- My rating is 5 out of 5 stars! the fast project, useful and unique.
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Crochet Flower Alcyone
- A two-layered 2-round pattern simple crochet flower, perfect embellishment to spice up any outfit.Â
- The finished crochet flower measures about 2", although this can vary depending on the weight of yarn you are using.
Crochet Smaller Flower – Free Crochet Pattern
- One of the easiest ways to use your crochet flowers is to turn them into a cute beautiful applique that can be clipped to crochet hats. That is exactly what Truly Crochet has done with this beautiful free crochet pattern.
- A two-round crochet flower pattern that is easy to follow and another scrap-busting project.
- You need any DK weight yarns but can easily substitute with any other weight of yarns!
- My rating - 5 out of 5 stars! Perfect size, and uses basic stitches that you can make this within a few minutes.
Crochet Carnation Flower
- These are probably one of the easiest 3D crochet flowers you will come across!
- The pattern is super simple to remember too (mostly 2 double crochet stitches in each stitch around).
- Yarn - you need DK weight yarn and a size G hook.
- The finished crochet flower is approximately 4″ wide by 3.75″
- You will also need a small amount of floral tape and floral wire. to provide a bit of stiffness to your crochet flowers as it serves as the stem of the flower.
- My Rating - 5 out of 5 stars as these work up really quickly, so if you do have to make a dozen, you can get them done easily in less than a day!
Flower Bookmark Stem - Free Pattern
Flower Wrist Pincushion
Crochet daisy flower applique
- It's time for a Crochet daisy flower, this cute applique can be used for numerous things like sewing it on your projects, using these as brooches, and adding a stem to make this super study.
- You need any lightweight yarn (DK) in white and yellow or your desired colors.
- This is a pretty straightforward project as this is only a 3 round project!
- My rating - is 5 out of 5 stars as this is a quick project and easy to follow a pattern.
Crochet Daisy on a Stick pattern
Free Crochet Flower Garland Pattern
- A great choice to use up your small crochet flowers is to turn them into a flower garland.
- This easy flower garland is just a 3 round repeat that can be made in multiple colors!Â
- With any weight of yarn, you can make your s within a few minutes.
- Number of petals = 5. You can connect these through the center of the flower or use any of the petals to connect them to a garland.Â
- The garland will make a fun decoration for summer!
Free Flip Flop Flower Tutorial
- Now, this is a must-make crochet this summer! Never have boring flip-flops again. This free crochet flip-flop flower pattern is ultra-versatile and super fun. A perfect project to use up your stash.
- This is a fun project and can be made using any yarn weights. This prototype was made using Worsted weight.Â
- Rating - 5 out of 5 stars! Classy, fun, and easy crochet flower pattern.
Crochet Simple Origami Rose
- Up next is the simple origami Rose flower pattern, a nice crochet project for both beginner and advanced crocheters. It is made with double crochet stitches and then rolled into shape.
- Because it’s quick and easy, you only need small amounts of yarn for this project. A great way to use up scraps of yarn from other projects!
Crochet Flower Basket Pattern
- Not only can you make a cute crochet flower into an applique, but you can also sew the flower to your baskets! I had fun making the flower and was pleased with the outcome of sewing the flower to the basket. It gave the basket a whole new look!
- I designed and made the set using DK weight for the crochet flower and Worsted weight for the basket.
- This crochet flower pattern is only 3 rows and easy to adjust how wide or closely arranged the flowers are.
- My rating - 5 out of 5 stars!
Intermediate crochet flower patterns
FLOWER HEADBAND | Free Crochet Pattern
- This headband by Garnknuten screams Summer! It is all shades of fun which makes it perfect for every age. Now I want a baby girl so we can both match our headbands!
- I have only classified this crochet flower headband pattern as intermediate as you will have to do some sewing of the flowers to the base (headband).
- Her instructions are so easy to follow with lots of step-wise photos to help you make yours. In all, you end up with four different flowers in carrying sizes.
- My rating - is 5 out of 5 stars, this is a must-make crochet flower headband.
- Required yarn weight - Sport weight in less than 200 yards.
Crochet Flower Pot Free Pattern
- How adorable is this flower pot for Mother's Day present? I am making my Mum one currently! Also using the same color Toffee which is a perfect warm-tone brown for the pot! You can substitute with another color(s) to make this more personal.
- This crochet flower pot is made in sections - first is the pot itself, followed by the topsoil, after which the flowers and leaves are made.
- Overall, this is a project I have thoroughly enjoyed, and can not wait to complete mine.
- Yarn - you can make this using Aran weight yarn. the crochet flowerpot only comes in one size.
- Rating - This is a 5 out of 5 stars! Works pretty fast and is rewarding to make.
Free Easy Rose Crochet Pattern
- I designed this lovely crochet flower many years ago and it has remained my favorite flower decoration to date.
- The version shown in the photo above was made using a mixture of thread and worsted-weight yarn to achieve the carrying texture. This means you can also make your own using any yarn weights you have available.
Lily Sugar'n Cream Crochet Daisy Bouquet
Next is the amazing crochet daisy bouquet pattern - This will make a beautiful addition to your space. In addition to the yarn, you will also need some floral wire.
Crochet Sunflower
- How cute is this amazing crochet Sunflower Amigurumi? This will make a great decorative piece for the summer or fall.
- I love that this crochet flower can also serve as a fun playpiece. The pattern is pretty versatile, so you can also just create the Crochet Sunflower (without the stem) and use that as a table centerpiece, or you can connect several sunflower heads together to create a beautiful seasonal banner.
- This sunflower is a rewarding project to make! You will need to make the pieces separately and then join them. For the petals, there are 21 separate pieces but are pretty easy to make and join.
- My rating - definitely a 5 out of 5 as my son loves his beautiful sunflower!
Crochet Flower garland
- A fun combination of crochet flowers in various sizes and colors! This crochet garland can be joined using the join as you go or until you have completely completed the whole flowers.
- Made using up your DK weight yarn in the colors of your choice.
- Will make a perfect spring garland, a beautiful way to transform your decoration.
- The free pattern is available as a free download.
Flower in the Pot
- This crochet flower in a pot is the cutest I have seen! This will make a beautiful decoration both indoors and outdoors.
- I love the simple construction as you can easily separate this and also assemble the pieces together quickly.
- Detailed and easy-to-follow instructions.
- The finished crochet flower is approximately 25cm tall. This may vary depending on the yarn and the size of the crochet hook used.
How do I Care for my Crochet Flowers
Crochet flowers, like any crochet item, need care to maintain their shape and color. Depending on the yarn used, most can be gently hand-washed with a mild detergent. To dry, reshape them and lay them flat. Store your crochet flowers in a dry place, away from direct sunlight to avoid color fading.
Things to Consider Before Starting Your Crochet Flower Project
Before you dive into creating a crochet flower, consider the type of yarn you will use. Cotton yarn is a popular choice for its sturdy texture and vibrant colors, but wool or acrylic yarn can also be suitable for different effects.