Crochet flowers are a quick and easy way to spice up any project from a hat to a hair clip. Learn how to crochet a variety of flower shapes with these free crochet flower patterns, plus learn how to make your flowers look their best.
Why Crochet a Flower?
Crochet flowers are so fun to make because they allow us to make what we see in nature, only in yarn form. Here are some of the reasons you should try a crochet flower pattern:
- They are an easy and great way to enhance crochet projects like hats, headbands, scarves, clothes, table covers, pillow covers, blankets, and many others.
- Small projects like crocheted flowers can be a great way to learn new skills.
- All of the patterns included here are super quick to make. Here, you'll find an easy crochet rose pattern, tulip pattern, and many others that you can make in very little time.
- Do you have tons of scrap yarn or leftovers from your previous projects? Crochet flowers are a great way to use up little bits and odd balls.
Where to Use Crochet Flowers
As mentioned above, crochet flowers are perfect embellishments to some of your crochet projects and even on non-crochet projects such as knit projects, fabric crafts, or jewelry. Here are some more ideas for ways to use crochet flowers.
- Hats and headbands: a flower or several are a great way to add a special touch to hats and headbands, especially for babies.
- Garlands and bunting: if you have a lot of crochet flowers you don’t know what to do with (or you want to practice a bunch of these and use them in some way) making a garland or swag is a fun option.
- Hair clips: sew or glue onto a small barrette, hair clip, or scrunchie.
- Blankets and cushions: crochet flowers are a great way to jazz up plain blankets and pillows, or use them along the border of a project. You can also make granny square flowers and turn them into blankets or cushion covers.
- Jewelry: make a tiny flower into a pendant or make matching flowers to turn into earrings.
- Bags: Add a flower applique (or several) to the front of a plain bag, or make a flower keychain to hang onto a bag, homemade or otherwise.
Supplies Needed to Crochet Flowers
Choosing the Perfect Yarn to Crochet a Flower
Crochet flowers can be worked with any kind of yarn you like, but most commonly crochet flower patterns will call for yarn weights of 3 or 4, also known as DK or worsted.
You can try altering the weight of yarn called for if you want to make smaller or larger flowers.
While it’s fine to use whatever yarn you have on hand to crochet flowers, if you’re going for accuracy you will want to consider the colors the flowers you want to stitch are in nature and see if you can find yarn that is a similar color.
Some of our favorite (3) DK weight yarns for flowers include Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK, Sirdar Snuggly, and Knit Picks CotLin. If you’re looking for (4) worsted weight yarn for your flowers, try Caron Simply Soft, Red Heart Super Saver, or Lily Sugar n' Cream.
If buying yarn to crochet flowers, you will be able to make many of most kinds of flowers with just one skein or ball of yarn.
Notions and Tools Needed to Crochet a Flower
- Crochet hook in the size recommended in the pattern
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and sewing to projects
- Stitch marker if working in the round
- Florist wire and tape if you are attaching the flower to a stem
- Hot glue (optional for attaching flowers to projects)
Crochet Flower Patterns
This first set of free flower crochet patterns are flat so you can easily sew or glue them onto other projects or objects to give them a bit of flair.
Easy Crochet Flower Pattern
Designer: Crochet 365 Knit Too
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
This simple flower pattern comes in two sizes. The pattern calls for worsted weight yarn but you could make other variations with DK or even lighter weight yarn if you want.
Free Easy Rose Crochet Pattern
Designer: Skip to My Lou
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Dishie
Thes pretty rosettes are easy to make because the flower is one long chain. Stitches are worked into the chain to make the petals, then you roll it up and stitch it into the flower shape.
5 Petal Crochet Flower Pattern
Designer: One Dog Woof
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: FURLS Wander
These cute little flowers are made with a variety of simple stitches and you can make them in no time. They’re perfect for embellishing hats, headbands, and other projects that need a little something extra.
Simple Crochet Flower Pattern
Designer: Hello Yellow Yarn
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
Here’s another simple flower pattern that just uses single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet stitches. You can make one in a minutes or a bunch to embellish whatever you want.
Wagon Wheel Crochet Flower Pattern
Designer: B Hooked Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft
This three-dimensional flower applique quickly and easily adds dimension and texture to any crochet project. This one includes a video tutorial if you need help putting it together.
Easy Peasy Flower Pattern
Designer: Knitpurlhook
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
This crochet flower pattern only has three rounds, but you’ll use a lot of techniques in that small space, including single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet. Don’t worry, though, it’s still a really easy pattern!
Simple Crochet Flower
Designer: Look at What I Made
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: DROPS Paris Cotton
This simple flower is unusual in that it only has four petals, while many crochet flower patterns have an odd number of petals. This makes it easy to build off of for other projects. You can even use it as the center of a granny square!
Crochet Dogwood Flower Pattern
Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Patons Grace
This delicate little flower is inspired by the dogwood, though worked in a different color it looks like clover, too. It's an adorable piece that can be used to embellish not just crochet projects but also other crafts like scrapbooks and jewelry.
Fill the World with Flowers
Designer: Torun Johansson, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
These flowers are quick and easy to make in just two rounds. You can use them as appliques, to decorate cards, or make them into a garland to decorate your room. Try them in different yarn weights to use up all your odd balls!
Crochet Sunflower Pattern
Designer: Skip to My Lou
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna's Choice
Sunflowers are so cheerful and fun to stitch, and this one starts with bobbles for the center and then the petals are built out around it. This would be so cute on a baby’s headband or used to decorate a gift.
Two Layer Crochet Flower Pattern
Designer: Annie Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Sirdar Snuggly
These pretty little flowers are worked in three rounds, though you can also make them a single layer of petals, which then only takes two rounds to complete. Instead of doing a chain to make the center of the flower, try a magic circle. Or work a bigger version of this one around a hair tie for a super quick accessory!
Pansy Flower Crochet Pattern
Designer: Yarn & Chai
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Do you enjoy detailed crochet projects? While this little flower crochet pattern is still small and quick to stitch up, the details will take some time to complete. It’s well worth it, though, for this pretty pansy!
Popcorn Stitch Flower
Designer: B Hooked Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft
This fun flower is a great way to learn popcorn stitch if you don’t already know it. It’s so cheerful and eye-catching and would look great in any color, so grab your scraps and get to stitching!
Large Crochet Flower Free Pattern
Designer: Annie Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
These colorful flowers use a variety of stitches including popcorn, long single crochet, standard single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet. Work each round ina different color for extra boho flair.
The Never Ending Wildflower Pattern
Designer: Yarn & Chai
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft
This pattern is called never ending because of the way the rounds are built with rounds of increases in between. This keeps the flower relatively flat as it gets wider, and you can make it as big as you like. It’s also perfect for making the front of a cushion cover or as a block for an afghan.
Autumn Gerbera Flower Pattern
Designer: Torun Johansson, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
This three-round flower is the fall-colored version of a daisy, but you can make yours in whatever color you like to suit the season or your mood. The center of these flowers is so striking but still easy to stitch.
Triple Layer Flower Pattern
Designer: Attic 24
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand LB Collection Superwash Merino
This pretty pattern uses UK terms, but they are all fully explained at the beginning so you can easily make it even if you’re used to US terms. The layers of the petals are worked into the back of the previous round so they stack on top of each other.
Crochet Flower for a Hat Pattern
Designer: Naztazia
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Combine a colorful flower pattern with simple to stitch leaves to make a decoration for a hat, scarf, headband, bag, or any other project that needs a little something special. It's a super easy pattern that also comes with a video tutorial.
Crochet Daffodil
Designer: Moara Crochet Designs
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Ewe Ewe Fluffy Fingering Merino
Do you love daffodils? Here's a free crochet pattern inspired by this spring flower. Follow along with the photo tutorial, or there’s also a video available if you need more help with this one.
Blooming Crochet Flowers and Leaves
Designer: Annie Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
This pattern is perfect for using little bits of yarn leftovers. The center of the flower is a magic ring, with three rounds of petals worked around it. The leaves are optional but the pattern for them is included.
Happy Flower Crochet Pattern
Designer: Hattie Risdale, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
Don’t let the small yarn used in this project keep you from trying it! These flowers are so pretty and take just nine rounds to complete. The pattern includes US and UK crochet terms.
Nine Petal Summer Flower Motif
Designer: Elise Engh Studios
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Swish DK
Crochet cute flowers with this easy-to-follow pattern. This nine-petal flower was inspired by summer but you can make it in whatever colors you like to embellish a project or join together to make a lightweight throw or other project.
Puff Flower Free Pattern
Designer: Bella Coco Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Premier Yarns Dottie
If you love the puff stitch that is often used in crochet dishcloths, scarves, or blankets, you should also try making crochet puff flowers with this pattern. And if you’ve never tried it before, this quick little project is a great way to try it out.
Crochet Flower Bouquet Patterns
Are you interested in making a flower bouquet? These flowers won’t wilt and they’re a perfect way to celebrate someone or just let them know you are thinking of them. You can choose one of the following patterns or you can mix and match to make an eclectic bouquet.
Tulip Flower Pattern
Designer: Planet June
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Shine Worsted
Crochet a tulip with this easy pattern. The petals are worked one at a time and finished at the bottom once they’ve all been stitched. The stems are yarn-wrapped dowels or wooden skewers.
Simple Origami Rose Pattern
Designer: Naztazia
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
This pattern is a bit of crocheted origami. You stitch a circle, then fold and sew to make it look just like a rose bud. So interesting and fun!
Lavender Applique Crochet Pattern
Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Lavender has a great appearance and this pattern allows you to make a single sprig or a whole garden of lavender. The flowers are made with chain stitches, so it’s a quick and easy project. Use embroidery floss or crochet cotton thread to get a daintier blossom.
Crochet Tulips on Canvas Pattern
Designer: Repeat Crafter Me
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream
Turn your crochet flowers into a work of art with this fun project. The flowers are simple to stitch, then you add them to a Mason jar bag and mount onto canvas. This would be such a great Mother’s Day gift!
Roses Crochet Pattern
Designer: Sandra Åhlberg, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Alize Cotton Gold
Decorate your room with a bouquet of crochet roses. The flowers are made with simple stitches, and you’ll work a few picots to make the base of the flower. The stems are made with floral wire so they can easily stand in a vase.
Crochet Carnation Flower Pattern
Designer: Naztazia
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks CotLin
If you know how to work single crochet and double crochet, you can make these pretty little flowers. Most of the stitches are just two double crochet worked into the same stitch to make the dramatic ruffle.
Crochet Snowdrops Flower Pattern
Designer: Moara Crochet
Yarn weight: (0) Lace
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Curio #3
Snowdrops are a special flower because they are one of the few that blooms in the winter, giving us hope for spring. This pattern is so easy to make and includes written instructions with pictures and a video tutorial.
Daffodil Crochet Bouquet Pattern
Designer: Yarnspirations
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream
Brighten your mood or someone else's as you give them a crocheted daffodil bouquets. These yellow flowers are super cheerful and great for a spring birthday or Mother’s Day.
Crochet Granny Squares with Flowers
The following flower patterns are in the form of granny squares. You can use one design or experiment with combining different styles to build a scarf, table cover, pillow case, bag, cardigan, or blanket.
Crochet Flower Granny Square Pattern
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
This beautiful granny square starts with the flower shown and is then squared off to make a block. The pattern includes a video tutorial if you need help turning your flower into a square.
Dainty Daisy Granny Square Motif
Designer: Just Be Crafty
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft
This charming daisy granny square is perfect for spring. The squares are just 2.5 inches, so they’d be great to use as a border on a plain blanket, or sew a bunch together to make a headband.
Crochet Sunburst Sunflower Granny Square Pattern
Designer: Sarah Maker
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Heartland
This pattern is ideal for beginners who are learning how to make granny squares. It's an easy and free pattern for crocheting a sunflower-themed granny square that would make the perfect farmer’s market tote.
Maybelle Square Crochet Pattern
Designer: My Rose Valley
Yarn weight: (2) Fine
Suggested yarn: Alize Cotton Gold
This dainty flower square has a vintage feel, and even though it’s worked in a very light yarn it’s still pretty quick to make. It would make a great scrappy blanket or just make a few squares to use as coasters.
Sunflower Granny Square Pattern
Designer: Lullaby Lodge
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream
Here's another sunflower pattern that has a very different look from the one we shared earlier. It’s so fun to see how different designers interpret the same inspiration.
Rose Granny Square Pattern
Designer: Moara Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Swish DK
Give your grannies a whole new look with this three-dimensional rose design. Alternating between working in the front loops and the back loops of the stitches from the previous round gives the flower its volume.
Rose Granny Square Pattern
Designer: Moara Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Swish DK
Give your grannies a whole new look with this three-dimensional rose design. Alternating between working in the front loops and the back loops of the stitches from the previous round gives the flower its volume.
Primavera Flower Granny Square Pattern
Designer: Dada's Place
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
This charming flower granny square adds the perfect cottagecore vibes to any project. I love the vintage look of the pastels the designer used on her project, but pick any colors you like to suit your style.
Crochet Leaf Patterns to Add to Your Flowers
Flowers are beautiful and attractive pieces that you can use as an applique for your other projects. If you plan to make a bouquet, adding leaves will make it more natural and complete looking. They’re also fun to use as an accent on a hat or other projects. Here are great and free patterns you can use to crochet leaves.
Crochet Leaves Pattern
Designer: In the Yarn Garden
Yarn weight: (1) Superfine
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Cotton 8
This is an easy and quick pattern for a leaf. Try experimenting with crocheting these with different yarn colors that reflect different seasons or for use with different flowers.
Crochet Rhomboid Leaf Pattern
Designer: Crazy Hands
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Bernat Super Value
This is a larger leaf that’s great to use as filler on a wreath of crocheted flowers, or alongside one of the larger flower patterns shared here. You can make one of these in just a few minutes.
Crochet Leaf Pattern
Designer: Repeat Crafter Me
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Bernat Super Value
This slightly cupped leaf is a cute addition to any flower project. It’s easy to stitch up using just half double crochet and double crochet stitches.
5-Minute Crochet Leaf Pattern
Designer: Crocheted World
Yarn weight: (5) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Brava Bulky
Do you need a quick leaf to adorn your crochet flower or another crochet project? Here’s the perfect pattern for you. This uniquely-shaped leaf will elevate any piece you add it to, or it would be great on its own or in a bunch used as a garland.
Step-By-Step Crochet Flower Pattern Video Tutorials
These quick and easy video tutorials for crochet flowers are a great place to start if you need to see what’s happening when you’re learning a pattern. If you’re not ready to use written instructions yet, check out these crochet flower tutorials.
How to Crochet a Simple Flower Tutorial
Designer: Hooked by Robin
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream
This tutorial will show you how to crochet this elegant flower with curling petals. It’s a great crochet item to use as an applique on other crochet projects, or you can join them together in a string to make a garland.
How to Crochet a Flower
Designer: Crochet Lyn
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Bernat Super Value
Every beginner crocheter should try this easy flower pattern. It’s such a cute little design you’ll be able to make in no time and you definitely won’t want to stop at just one!
How to Crochet a Flower in a Few Minutes
Designer: Crochet with Joanna
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna's Choice
Finish a crochet flower in just seven minutes with this tutorial. Use all your yarn scraps to make colorful flowers and stitch them onto all your projects.
How to Crochet Roses for Beginners
Designer: Hopeful Turns
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
With just some basic crochet stitches and crocheting three rows, you’ll have a crochet rose that you can use to adorn your other crochet projects like hats, scarves, or blankets. This little flower is so sweet!
Daisy Granny Square Crochet Pattern Tutorial
Designer: Melanie Ham
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna's Choice
Here’s a video tutorial for the granny square version of a crochet daisy flower. This little square is great to make in multiples for a spring scarf, or use them as a border or a strip on a blanket if you don’t want to stitch a ton of tiny squares.
Are You a Beginner Crochet Who Would Like Some Extra Help to Learn How to Crochet?
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Luciane Oliveira
Saturday 28th of October 2023
I love everything in crochet!