Imagine bringing the soft, delicate beauty of a blooming carnation to life with your own hands. This Crochet Carnation Flower is more than just a craft project; it's a way to express your artistry in a timeless fashion. Perfect for brightening any room, gifting to a loved one, or adding a touch of handmade elegance to your decor.
Crochet Carnation Flower Pattern
This crochet design showcases the classic carnation, symbolizing love and admiration. With its intricate petals and realistic leaves, this pattern stands out with its detailed craftsmanship. The use of varied stitches and colors gives it a unique, lifelike appearance, ensuring that each flower you create is a personal work of art. Whether you are new to crochet or have years of experience, this project offers a satisfying blend of creativity and style.
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To make this crochet carnation flower, you will need the following:
- BoReply cotton yarn (in white, green, and another color of your choice)
- 3mm crochet hook
- Needle
- Wire (to help shape the flower and leaves)
Important Notes
- This project is beginner-friendly but also enjoyable for seasoned crocheters.
- The flower consists of three main parts: petals, base (receptacle), and leaves, which are later assembled together.
- Carefully weave all tails at the end of the project to ensure a clean and secure finish.
- Using wire helps give the flower and leaves a realistic, adjustable structure.
Detailed Step-by-Step Instructions
Part 1: The Petals
- Start with White Yarn:
- Begin with 2 chains and create 10 double crochets in a magic ring.
- Close the round with a slip stitch in the first stitch.
- Round 1:
- Chain 2.
- Make 1 double crochet in each stitch around.
- Slip stitch into the first stitch to close the round. You should now have 10 stitches.
- Round 2:
- Chain 2.
- In every stitch, make 6 double crochets, repeating this step a total of 10 times.
- Slip stitch into the first stitch to close the round. You should now have 60 stitches.
- Round 3 (Switch to a Color of Your Choice):
- Start with 1 single crochet, followed by chain 3.
- Repeat: 1 single crochet + chain 3 all the way around for a total of 60 sequences.
- Close the round with a slip stitch.
Part 2: The Receptacle (Base of the Flower)
- Use green yarn and start with 5 single crochets in a magic ring.
- Slip stitch into the first stitch to close the round. Chain 1 for the next round.
- Round 1:
- Make an increase in every stitch (2 single crochets in each stitch). Total: 10 stitches.
- Rounds 2-4:
- Make 1 single crochet in every stitch for 3 rounds. Total: 10 stitches per round.
- Round 5:
- In the first stitch, do: 1 half double crochet, 1 double crochet, and a chain-1 picot stitch.
- Follow with 1 double crochet, 1 half double crochet, and 1 slip stitch in the next stitch.
- Repeat this sequence 5 times around.
Part 3: The Leaves
- Begin by chaining 8 with green yarn.
- Crochet in the Back Loops Along the Chain:
- Place the wire into the chain as you work.
- Make:
- 1 single crochet,
- 1 half double crochet,
- 3 double crochets,
- 1 half double crochet,
- 1 single crochet,
- 1 slip stitch.
- Complete the Leaf:
- Chain 1, insert the hook into 2 loops, and slip stitch again.
- Repeat the same sequence as above to create the opposite side of the leaf.
- Cut the yarn and secure the ends using a needle.
- Repeat the same pattern to create two leaves.
Part 4: Assembling the Flower
- Take the wire and gently insert it into the center of the petals.
- Arrange the petals around the base (receptacle) of the flower.
- Use green yarn to wrap around the wire, securing the petals in place.
- Attach the two leaves below the base of the flower.
- Continue wrapping green yarn around the remaining part of the wire stem, ensuring it is neatly covered.
Final Touch
- Your beautiful crochet carnation flower is now complete!
- Use it as a decoration, incorporate it into a bouquet, or gift it to someone special.
