{"id":10599,"date":"2025-12-10T06:44:04","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T06:44:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/?p=10599"},"modified":"2025-12-10T06:44:05","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T06:44:05","slug":"%f0%9f%8c%9flike-a-sweet-snowflake%e2%9d%84%ef%b8%8f-adorable-crochet-motif-pattern-tutorial-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/?p=10599","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udf1fLike a Sweet Snowflake\u2744\ufe0f Adorable Crochet Motif Pattern Tutorial for Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Nice \u2014 here\u2019s a clear, beginner-friendly, step-by-step text tutorial<\/strong> for a \u201cLike a Sweet Snowflake\u201d<\/em> crochet motif inspired by Crochet with Nese. It\u2019s written so you can crochet it straight away: exact round instructions, short checks after each round, blocking\/stiffening tips, and a few variations. All US terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2744\ufe0f Like a Sweet Snowflake \u2014 Step-by-Step Tutorial<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Finished size (approx.):<\/strong> 8\u201312 cm (3\u20134.7 in) depending on yarn & hook
Yarn:<\/strong> crochet thread (size 10) or fingering \/ sock yarn for a chunkier snowflake
Hook:<\/strong> 1.75\u20132.5 mm for thread; 3.0\u20133.5 mm for fingering yarn
Notions:<\/strong> tapestry needle, rust-proof pins, blocking board or towel, optional spray starch or diluted PVA for stiffening<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abbreviations (US)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • ch = chain<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • sl st = slip stitch<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • sc = single crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • hdc = half double crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • dc = double crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • tr = treble crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • pic = picot (ch 3, sl st into base)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • sp = space<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • st(s) = stitch(es)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • rep = repeat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Pattern notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • Work fairly firm<\/em> on chain rounds and a little looser<\/em> on the tall stitch rounds so the snowflake blocks flat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • This makes a 6-point snowflake<\/strong>. After each major round I give a simple check so you can confirm stitch counts before moving on.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      ROUND-BY-ROUND<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Round 1 \u2014 tiny neat center<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Make a magic ring<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. ch 3 (counts as first dc), work 5 dc<\/strong> into the ring. (ch-3 + 5 dc = 6 dc total<\/strong>.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Pull the ring closed, sl st to top of ch-3 to join.
        Check:<\/strong> 6 dc<\/strong> around the center.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        Round 2 \u2014 loop foundation (6 loops)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        1. ch 5, sc in next dc<\/em> \u2014 repeat around into the 6 dc.\n
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          • You will make 6 ch-5 loops<\/strong> (and 6 sc anchors).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Join with sl st to first sc.
            Check:<\/strong> 6 loop spaces<\/strong> for the points.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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            Round 3 \u2014 long points (6 points)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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            1. Into each ch-5 loop work the point cluster all in the same loop<\/strong>:
              (sc, ch 3, 7 dc, ch 3, sc)<\/strong>.\n
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              • That is: sc \u2192 ch3 \u2192 dc \u00d77 \u2192 ch3 \u2192 sc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Sl st to the next ch-5 loop and repeat for all 6 loops. Join with sl st.
                Check:<\/strong> 6 long points; each point has 7 dc as the central spine.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                Variation: for a smaller\/shorter point use 5 dc<\/strong> instead of 7 dc<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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                Round 4 \u2014 tidy base round (flatten the motif)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                1. Rejoin at any point base (between two points). Work sc<\/strong> evenly across the bases to make a smooth circular boundary.\n
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                  • Aim for about 8 sc per point area<\/strong> (so roughly 48 sc total<\/strong>); adjust by \u00b11\u20132 per segment so the round lies flat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Join with sl st.
                    Check:<\/strong> circle looks even (not cupped or ruffled).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                    Round 5 \u2014 large chain arches (outer ring)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                    1. From the tip area of a point: sl st to the outer tip \u2192 ch 9 \u2192 sl st to the outer tip of the next point<\/em> \u2014 repeat around so you form 6 large arches<\/strong> connecting each point to the next.\n
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                      • If ch-9 looks too long\/short with your yarn\/hook, use ch-8 or ch-10 for an even visual spacing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Join with sl st.
                        Check:<\/strong> 6 graceful arches<\/strong> around the snowflake.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                        Round 6 \u2014 ribs\/decoration inside each arch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                        1. Into each chain arch add three little ribs for texture:\n
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                          • sl st into arch base \u2192 ch 3 \u2192 dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc \u2192 ch 3 \u2192 sl st into arch base.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • (Simpler: work 3 dc separated by ch-1<\/strong> across each arch.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Repeat for all 6 arches and join.
                            Check:<\/strong> each arch shows 3 small ribs<\/strong> \u2014 gives the snowflake its lacey web look.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                            Round 7 \u2014 outer picot scallop & finishing round<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                            1. Rejoin and work a delicate scallop with picots around the outer edge: a simple repeat works well: sc 3, (pic: ch 3, sl st into same st), sc 4<\/em> \u2014 adjust the small sc counts so the scallops sit evenly on each arch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            2. Place a picot regularly (every scallop) to create tiny sparkling points. Join, fasten off, and weave in ends.
                              Check:<\/strong> scallops and picots are evenly spaced; snowflake lies flat when unblocked.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                              BLOCKING & STIFFENING (important for ornaments)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                              1. Pin the snowflake to a blocking board or towel, stretching each point and arch to a pleasing, symmetrical shape. Pin picots for sharp tips.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              2. Mist lightly with water and let dry fully. For a firmer ornament, after drying brush or spray lightly with spray starch<\/strong> or a diluted PVA (1 part PVA glue : 3 parts water), shape again and leave to dry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              3. Trim loose ends on the back.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                                HANGING LOOP (optional)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                                • Attach yarn at any picot: ch 12 (or desired hanger length), sl st to the same picot, fasten off & weave in. This makes a neat loop for hanging on a tree.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                                  TROUBLESHOOTING & TIPS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                                  • If the snowflake cups<\/strong> (points curl up): use a slightly larger hook on the petal\/arch rounds or block more firmly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • If the arches sag<\/strong>: shorten chain length in Round 5 by 1\u20132 (e.g., ch-7 or ch-8) or tighten tension on chains.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • If the snowflake ruffles<\/strong>: remove 1\u20132 sc from the Round 4 tidy round so there\u2019s not excess fabric.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • For a crisp look use cotton thread<\/strong> and small hook; for cozy decor use fingering yarn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                                    VARIATIONS & IDEAS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                                    • Make a delicate ornament<\/strong> in white mercerized cotton and stiffen for a classic look.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • Use sparkly thread<\/strong> or stitch a tiny bead into each picot for holiday sparkle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • Create a garland<\/strong> by stringing several snowflakes on ribbon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • For a bigger motif<\/strong>, change 7 dc \u2192 9 dc in Round 3 and ch-11 arches in Round 5.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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