by Crocheting flowers is a fun and rewarding way to add a handmade touch to gifts, garments, or home decor. In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the process of crocheting a vibrant orange flower with green leaf accents. This project is beginner-friendly, but the end result looks impressively intricate.
Materials You’ll Need
Before you begin, gather the following materials:
- Yarn:
- Orange (for the petals)
- Green (for the leaves and stem)
- Crochet hook: Size 3.5mm (E-4) or according to your yarn weight
- Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
- Scissors
- Optional: Stitch markers and a hot glue gun if attaching to a surface
Crochet Stitches Used
- Magic ring (MR)
- Slip stitch (sl st)
- Chain (ch)
- Single crochet (sc)
- Half double crochet (hdc)
- Double crochet (dc)
Step-by-Step Instructions
🌼 Part 1: Crocheting the Orange Flower
Step 1: Create the Center
- Make a magic ring.
- Chain 1 (this does not count as a stitch), then work 10 single crochets (sc) into the ring.
- Pull the ring tight and join with a slip stitch to the first sc. (10 sts)
Step 2: Petals (Make 5–6 Petals)
- In the next stitch: Ch 2, work 1 dc, 1 tr (treble crochet), 1 dc, ch 2, then sl st into the same stitch.
- Repeat in the next stitch to form the next petal.
- Continue this pattern around to form 5 or 6 petals, depending on the fullness you want.
- Join to the base with a sl st and fasten off, leaving a long tail for attaching later.
🍃 Part 2: Crocheting the Green Leaves
Step 1: Leaf Shape
- Using green yarn, ch 7.
- In the second chain from hook, work 1 sc.
- In the next stitches: 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc.
- Do not turn. Now crochet on the opposite side of the chain (back loops):
- 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc.
- Join with a sl st and fasten off.
💡 Tip: Make 2–3 leaves to give the flower a lush look.
Assembly
- Weave in loose ends using the yarn needle.
- Use the orange tail to sew the flower center and petals together, tightening and shaping as needed.
- Attach the green leaves at the back of the flower using your yarn needle or a dab of hot glue.
Optional: You can attach your flower to a headband, purse, scarf, or even a brooch pin for a wearable accessory.
Customization Ideas
- Add a yellow bead or button in the center for extra flair.
- Use variegated yarns for a marbled petal effect.
- Make a bouquet with multiple flowers and stems using floral wire and green yarn.
Video tutorial:
Final Thoughts
Crocheting an orange flower with green accents is a joyful and creative project suitable for all seasons. It’s not just a great way to improve your crochet skills—it also results in a beautiful item that can be used in countless creative ways.
So grab your hook, pick your yarn, and bring your own blooming masterpiece to life!
