Pick of the Week: Best Free Crochet Flower Pattern

4 of the Best Free Crochet Flower Patterns Online

crochet roses from the dsign by naztazia 

I always appreciate the generosity of folks who post free crochet patterns and I thought I would like to acknowledge that with 4 of my favourite crochet flower patterns.

Since I learned to crochet I have gone on to design my own flowers but I still come back to these and many have inspired me to go on to create many of my own. I confess some of designs have been errors, sometimes I remember what I did, sometimes I don't.

I hope you enjoy these flower patterns and do let me know if you try them out.

Free Crochet Pattern: Wagon Wheel Crochet Flower

How to Crochet a Wagon Wheel Flower

Flower Power Lariat Scarf
by AnnMackieMiller

Use buttons to attach crochet flower

Crochet Flowers are always popular and I adapted this one to use on a lariat flower garland scarf. I made life easy for myself by attaching buttons to the garland and then using the hole in the center of the flower to attach them to the scarf. I wouldn't say it is the easiest flower I have made, it can be a bit fiddly as the spaces can be quite tight - well worth the effort though.

You'll find both UK and US pattern instructions here.

Make Your Own Finger Knit Bracelet and Necklace

How to make a Cord Necklace and Bracelet

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Finger Knitting from Ann's Yarn Barn

I've been playing around with finger knitting and found using my cord technique and mohair yarn make these delightful necklaces and bracelets. 

Follow along to make your own. 

One Skein Arm Knit Scarf with Tassels

Free Arm Knit Pattern using only 1 Ball of Yarn

Arm Knit Scarf with Tassels by annmackiemiller

I designed and made this simple scarf with tassels in under an hour using only 1 ball of yarn - 40 yards of Allsorts Super Chunky Yarn from Stylecraft. Here you will find full instructions on how you can make your own using any yarn - plus - how to make a simple tassel using your fingers. This forms one of my DIY crafting kits. 

Easy to Make Roll-Up Crochet Flowers: Free Pattern

My easy crochet roll-up flowers - one pattern: two looks

Roll-Up Crochet Flowers by annmackiemiller

What can I say - I'm a Scot, I like value for money so when I came up with this crochet pattern that could produce multiple looks, I was laughing. I hope you find this free crochet pattern easy to follow and let me see your finished products on Facebook.

How to Crochet A Cosy Head Wrap

Barley Twist Headband, Ear Warmer or Head Wrap

Free crochet pattern ear warmer in US and UK crochet terms.

Crochet Ear Warmer in Barley Twist Yarn

So many names for the same thing, a stylish and on-trend head wrap crocheted from chunky Barley Twist Yarn.  I don't know about you but I don't always want to wear a hat and this is ideal, it is a head wrap that covers enough to keep you warm without over heating. And of course, it is really stylish. You can even drop it down around your neck if you get too warm as it make a nice neck warmer too.

I used Barley Twist yarn from Aldi's but any chunky yarn will do. You can also make it in a thinner yarn if you want to. You can also adjust how wide it is by adding or subtracting the number of chain stitches you make at the start. This pattern produces a headband that is 4 inches wide by 21 inches long and it is perfect for me. By adding the buttons it is easy to adjust the size for a smaller head.

I suggest you measure your head before you start to make sure you get it just right. Remember to leave a little 'give' in it so it fits snuggly.

Stitches in this pattern: 

• UK = Chain stitch (ch)   US = Chain Stitch
• UK = Double Crochet (DC) US = Single Crochet (SC) To make this stitch, insert hook through loop or chain stitch, yarn over hook and pull through giving you 2 stitches on your hook, yarn over hook and pull through both stitches.
• UK = Treble Crochet (TC) US = Double Crochet. To make this stitch, yarn over hook, insert hook through stitch, yarn over and pull through giving you 3 stitches on your hook, yarn over and pull through 2 loops, yarn over and pull through remaining loops.

What you need for this Crochet Ear Warmer

Approximately 70-75 yards of chunky yarn
An appropriate sized crochet hook - check the label on your yarn. I used a 9mm hook for mine. Remember a larger hook will produce a wider weave, a smaller one a tighter weave.
Scissors
A Yarn needle with a large eye
3 buttons that will fit through the treble crochet (US = Double Crochet) stitch. This means you don't need to make button holes.

Crochet Head Wrap in Rib-Effect Crochet

US Crochet Pattern For Barley Twist Head Wrap

Chain 10 stitches + 1

Foundation Row = Skip first stitch from hook. 

                               Double Crochet into next and every chain stitch across.

                               Chain 2 and turn the work.

2 Row = Skip first stitch, working through the front loop only, that is the loop furtherest away from you, Double Crochet each stitch across. You can find instruction for this stitch HERE.  Chain 2 and turn. Make sure you are working 10 stitches each time or the size will not be right.

Continue until it measures 20-21 inches depending on how long you want it. Measure around your head to make sure it will fit snuggly. 

Edging - To tidy up the edges single crochet all around - when you get the length you want, chain 1 and turn the work. Single crochet along the row to the end - as this will be a corner, chain 1 than single crochet into the same stitch. Single crochet down the long side to the end then turn the corner as before. Single crochet along the narrow edge, make a corner, and single crochet back up the other edge. Fasten off at the top. 

Sew in all tails. 

Sew on the buttons on one edge. 

Handmade Crochet Head Wrap in Chunky Yarn

UK Crochet Pattern For Barley Twist Head Wrap

Chain 10 stitches + 1

Foundation Row = Skip first stitch from hook. 

                               Triple Crochet into next and every chain stitch across.

                               Chain 2 and turn the work.

2 Row = Skip first stitch, working through the front loop only, that is the loop furtherest away from you, Triple Crochet each stitch across. You can find instruction for this stitch HERE where I call it double crochet in US terms but it is Triple Crochet in UK terms.   Chain 2 and turn. Make sure you are working 10 stitches each time or the size will not be right.

Continue until it measures 20-21 inches depending on how long you want it. Measure around your head to make sure it will fit snuggly. 

Edging - To tidy up the edges double crochet all around - when you get the length you want, chain 1 and turn the work. Double crochet along the row to the end - as this will be a corner, chain 1 than double crochet into the same stitch. Double crochet down the long side to the end then turn the corner as before. Double crochet along the narrow edge, make a corner, and double crochet back up the other edge. Fasten off at the top. 

Sew in all tails. 

Sew on the buttons on one edge. 

How To Finger Knit a Valentine Necklace

Valentine Necklace Finger Knitting with Crochet Heart

How to Make This Valentine Necklace

I actually used the same pattern and yarn I used for my Christmas necklace since I have plenty of yarn left and I like the green and red together. You can see that pattern on Hubpages HERE.  It will open in a new window so you won't lose your place.

I made two magic hearts from the video tutorial on YouTube below. These are really pretty little hearts with a puffy look to them - I made several with chunky yarn for other projects and they are adorable and easy enough for a beginner to manage.

Where I joined my three cords I fitted one heart to the front and one to the back and sewed them together making sure I sewed at least partly into the cords to keep them in place.

Valentine Necklace Finger Knitting with Crochet Heart

Magic Heart Video Tutorial

Valentine Necklace Finger Knitting with Crochet Heart

Valentine Necklace Finger Knitting with Crochet Heart

Valentine Necklace Finger Knitting plus Crochet Hearts

Valentine Necklace Finger Knitting with Crochet Heart

HOW TO MAKE SIMPLE ONE ROW CROCHET FLOWERS

Crochet Rosette Embellishment on Knitted Bag

HOW TO MAKE SIMPLE ONE ROW CROCHET FLOWER

It is amazing how much effect adding simple flowers can add to any project. I used a simple cluster of three rosettes as embellishments for the knitted bags I posted about the other day.

You can whip up one of these in just a few minutes. They only involve a foundation chain and one row of double crochet stitches. You can increase the size of the flower by adding multiples of 3 stitches using different yarn or different size hooks.

HOW TO MAKE A SIMPLE ROSETTE CROCHET FLOWER

yarn, crochet hook, scissors, yarn needle

You will need:
Scrap Yarn
Appropriate Crochet Hook for the yarn chosen
Scissors
Yarn Needle to finish off and sew in place.

Rosette Flower Pattern

crochet chain 27 stitches

1. Chain 27 stitches.
2. Skip the first three stitches - these three stitches form the first double crochet stitch.
3. In the next chain stitch make 2 double crochet stitches. To make a double crochet stitch, yarn over hook, hook through stitch, yarn over hook, pull through, leaves you with 3 loops on your hook, yarn over and pull through 2 loops, yarn over and pull through 2 hoops. 
4. Skip next stitch.
5. Make 2 double crochets in next stitch.
6. Repeat to the end.
7. Cut yarn and pull through the last stitch on the hook leaving a tail to sew the flower.
8. Start at the beginning and curl your work to make a rosette. 
9. Use tail to sew through and through the flower to secure it. 

Double Crochet across to form a crochet curly cue

roll up curly cue

secure by sewing through and through

Free knitting pattern for a cosy cowl in moss stitch

Moss Stitch Knitted Cowl

Pretty in Pink: Moss Stitch Knitted Cowl

You can make this pretty knitted cowl in moss stitch in an evening.

I think Moss Stitch is my favourite knit stitch - it makes a lovely knotted effect that works well for so many projects.  

Get creative with this FREE knitting pattern for a simple bag or purse

How to Knit Bags and Purses in Garter Stitch 
One Pattern - Different Results

Knitted purses in garter stitch

Would you like to learn how to create great bags and purses? Here I show you how to make several purses or handbags using one simple knitting pattern.  You can easily make a smaller or larger one by adding or subtracting stitches. They are knitted in simple garter stitch - you knit every row - so are ideal for a beginner.  Change the appearance by the type of yarn you use and the type of decoration or buttons you use for finishing. Add a handle or lining as you need. Each bag uses only one or two balls of yarn and can easily be finished in one or two evenings.  Your only limitation is your imagination.  Be adventurous - experiment!

If you are new to knitting check out my BEGINNER KNITTING on how to cast on, how to garter stitch and how to cast off.

Free Crochet Pattern: Easy Button Scarf or Cowl

My Barley Twist Crochet Button Scarf or Cowl: 

Free Crochet Pattern Suitable for Beginners

 

Barley Twist Button Scarf

If you are looking for a fast and easy crochet project with almost instant gratification my free crochet pattern for this chunky button scarf or cowl will suit you down to the ground. I've included full instructions and a step by step guide to the stitches used. Although I am based in the UK I use US crochet terms.

Now I've learned the basic stitches in crocheting I find myself experimenting and came up with this cute and cosy cowl. I have seen lots of patterns for crochet into the back loop and wondered what  it would look like when worked into the front loop - this was the result. The joy of this stitch is you don't need to make button holes as the weave is loose enough to take buttons.  You can adjust the size of your cowl by increasing the number of stitches in your chain across and how many rows you crochet. There are also different ways to drape your scarf, use the buttons in different places to create different looks.  
All the images used in this article are by the author and copyright to AnnMackieMiller 2015