by This motif is a layered flower that can be used for:
- Coasters
- Bags
- Table runners
- Clothing appliqués
- Blankets (join many motifs)
It is beginner-friendly and uses simple stitches.
🌸 Beautiful Crochet Flower Motif — Written Tutorial
Materials
- Cotton yarn (any weight works; thin yarn gives delicate flower)
- Hook 2.0 mm–4.0 mm (match your yarn)
- Scissors
- Needle for weaving ends
Stitch Abbreviations (US terms)
| Abbrev. | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ch | chain |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| sc | single crochet |
| dc | double crochet |
| tr | treble crochet |
| sp | space |
| rep | repeat |
🌿 ROUND 1 — Center Circle
- Make a magic ring (or ch 4 and sl st to form a ring).
- ch 3 (counts as dc)
- Work 11 more dc into the ring (total = 12 dc including ch-3)
- Pull ring closed.
- sl st into the top of ch-3 to close.
You now have a small circle of 12 stitches.
🌼 ROUND 2 — First Petal Layer
We will make small petals around the circle.
- ch 1, sc into same st.
- In next stitch work:
(dc, tr, dc) → this forms one petal. - sc into next stitch.
Repeat around:
sc → (dc, tr, dc) → sc → (dc, tr, dc) → ...
You will get 6 or 12 petals depending on how many repeats you choose (the video shows 12 small petals).
- Join with sl st to first sc.
🌸 ROUND 3 — Preparing Back Loops for Large Petals
We make a round behind the small petals.
- Turn work so you can see the back side of petals.
- Insert hook behind a petal into the stitch between two petals.
- ch 4, sl st behind next petal.
- Repeat this behind every petal around.
You should now have chain loops behind the flower.
Close with sl st.
🌺 ROUND 4 — Large Petal Layer
We now work into the chain loops from Round 3.
- Into each ch-4 loop, work:
(sc, dc, tr, tr, dc, sc)
This forms a large, rounded petal.
Repeat this in each loop around.
- sl st to first sc to finish the round.
Now the flower has two layers of petals and looks full and dimensional.
⭐ Optional ROUND 5 (Makes the Flower Fuller)
If you want a bigger flower:
- Work chain loops behind the second petal layer (same as Round 3).
- Then repeat large petals again.
🌷 Finishing
- Cut yarn, weave in ends neatly.
- Light steam blocking helps petals open beautifully.
✅ How to Use This Flower
| Project | How to Use |
|---|---|
| Coaster | Use one flower, block flat |
| Blanket | Make many and sew at edges |
| Bag or Hat | Sew flower on center or corner |
| Table Runner | Join flowers tip-to-tip with sl st or sewing |
🌼 Variations
- Change yarn color for center, middle, and petals for a layered look.
- Use metallic yarn for sparkling edge.
Video:
