Crochet Whimsical Twisted Petals Floral Applique Free Pattern

Crochet Whimsical Twisted Petals Floral Applique Pattern

Materials:

• Light worsted weight #3 yarn (your choice of colors)
• 4.5mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge:

Gauge is not critical for this project; focus on achieving a tight enough tension to avoid gaps.

Abbreviations:

• Ch = Chain
• Sl st = Slip stitch
• Sc = Single crochet
• Dc = Double crochet
• Tr = Treble crochet

Instructions:

Center Circle:

1. Ch 4, join with a slip stitch to form a ring.
2. Round 1: Ch 1, 8 sc in ring, join with sl st to first sc. (8)
3. Round 2: Ch 2 (counts as first dc), dc in same stitch, *2 dc in next sc; repeat from * around, join with sl st to top of ch 2. (16)

First Layer of Petals:

1. Ch 6, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, dc in next ch, tr in next ch, dc in next ch, sc in last ch, sl st in next st of the circle. (1 petal completed)
2. Repeat for a total of 8 petals, joining each with a sl st to the center circle.

Second Layer of Petals:

1. Join a new color to the base between any two petals.
2. Ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, dc in next ch, tr in next ch, dc in next ch, sc in last ch, sl st in next stitch of the circle. (1 petal completed)
3. Repeat for 8 petals, layering over the first set but offsetting them for a fuller look.

Finishing:

1. Fasten off and weave in all ends securely.

Optional:

Add a small bead or button to the center for extra decoration or switch colors to match your projects!

Enjoy your whimsical twisted petals floral applique!