Yarn. You can use any yarn you like to make your flowers, but if you want to create small delicate flowers, then opt for a light or medium worsted weight yarn. Crochet hook. Make sure that the hook size is appropriate for the yarn you are using. Check the label of your yarn for a recommendation. For example, if you choose a light worsted weight yarn, then a size G/6 (UK 8) hook is best. [1] X Research source Scissors
Another option for starting your flower is to make a chain of four. If you use this option, then the center of your flower will be open. [3] X Research source
To single crochet, insert the hook through the center of the circle, then yarn over and pull through one loop on the hook. Then, yarn over again and pull through both loops on the hook to complete a single crochet stitch. [5] X Research source You can use the same process if you opted to make a chain into a circle rather than make a magic ring.
You do not have to tighten anything you started your flower with a chain of four. [7] X Research source
Repeat this all the way around the circle making a loop from a chain of two in each of the single crochet stitches.
To double crochet, loop the yarn over the hook, and then insert the hook into the loop. Yarn over again and pull through the first loop. Then, yarn over again and pull through the next two stitches. Then, yarn over once again and pull through the last two stitches on the hook. [12] X Research source
When you complete the final slipstitch, your flower is complete! Tie off the last stitch and cut the excess yarn to finish. You may use the flower as is, or add embellishments if desired.
If you use fabric glue to embellish your flower, make sure to let it dry overnight.
Try adding fabric glue to the outer edges of your petals and then sprinkle glue on them as an embellishment. Or, add glue just to the center of your flower to create a glittery central accent.
