Stitch Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Term |
|---|---|
| ch | Chain |
| sl st | Slip Stitch |
| dc | Double Crochet |
| dtr | Double Treble Crochet |
Special Stitches
- Double Treble Crochet (dtr): Yarn over three times, insert hook in stitch, yarn over and pull through (5 loops on hook), yarn over and pull through two loops four times.
- Chain ring start: 5 ch joined into a ring with a sl st (instead of magic ring).
The Crochet Pattern
Center of the Flower (Green Base)
- Foundation Ring:
- With green yarn, ch 5.
- Join with a sl st to the first chain, forming a small ring.
- Round 1:
- Ch 4 (counts as first dc + ch 1).
- Work into the ring:
- eight times (totaling 9 dc including turning ch). Continue to hide the yarn tail as you work.
- At completion, you should have alternating dc and ch-1, making 9 spaces in total.
- Ch 1, join with a sl st to the 3rd chain of starting ch-4.
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- Ch 1, cut yarn, pull tight to secure and weave in the ends.
First Layer of Petals (Main Petal Color, e.g., Yellow, Pink, or Red)
- Petal Foundations:
- Attach new color (e.g., yellow) to any ch-1 space between sts in the last round using a sl st.
- Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc into the same space (3 dc in total).
- Ch 1 (space).
- In each ch-1 space around: 3 dc, ch 1.
- Continue around for 9 clusters.
- Join with a sl st to the 3rd chain of the round’s initial ch-3.
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- First Petal Layer:
- Move with a sl st to the next ch-1 space.
- In same space:
- Ch 3.
- 3 dtr, all into the same space.
- Ch 3.
- Sl st into same space to complete the petal.
- In each ch-1 space around:
- Sl st to ch-1 space, work in that space.
- After last petal, keep working from the last sl st for the next phase (do not cut yarn if immediately proceeding to outer layer).
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Second Layer Base (Loops for Outer Petals)
- From current position after finishing the first layer:
- Ch 4.
- Working from the back of the work, sl st in the base between the petals (where each previous sl st connects the petals).
- Continue around:
- for each petal (9 times).
- Join with a sl st into first ch-4 loop.
Second Layer of Petals (Larger Petals, e.g., Red or Pink Yarn)
- Slip stitch into the first ch-4 loop.
- In same loop:
- Ch 3
- 5 dtr in loop (these make the outer petals larger).
- Ch 3
- Sl st into same ch-4 loop.
- For each remaining ch-4 loop around:
- Sl st to next loop
- Repeat for each loop.
- Complete after 9 outer petals.
- After last petal, ch 1, cut the yarn, pull tight, and weave in all ends discreetly.
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Assembly & Finished Size
- To finish, gently shape the front (inner) petals so they neatly sit atop the larger outer petals.
- Adjust and flatten the flower, taking time to position the petals for a natural layered look.
- Each flower measures approximately 6–7 cm in diameter and features two distinct layers for fullness and depth.
- The applique can be sewn onto garments, bags, clips, or other accessories, or used singly as decorative motifs.
Conclusion and Ending Words
This two-layer crochet flower brings vivid dimension to your projects, thanks to its carefully shaped rounds and thoughtful construction. The transition between dense, tightly closed rounds and each petal’s gentle arc creates an appealing contrast in both texture and structure. The stepwise approach—starting from a well-formed center, building up with crisp color changes, and layering with increasingly expressive petals—ensures both visual harmony and lasting form. Neatly woven ends and deliberately adjusted petals underscore the professional finish. With this design, versatility is at your fingertips: change yarn color for entirely new looks, add beads for further embellishment, or cluster multiple flowers for dramatic effect. Each completed applique not only stands out as an individual motif but also enhances your handmade repertoire, ready to be featured in any number of creative applications.
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