What makes crochet flowers irresistible? And where can you find the best crochet flower patterns?
Flowers are one of the cutest things you can crochet and add as embellishments to your other crochet projects. Whether you are making hair ties, dresses, blankets, or other projects, crocheted flowers simply never go out of style.
We have the answers to your questions! If you are looking for free patterns and where you can find them, we have collected some of the best crochet flower patterns in this post. Check out these wonderful selections!
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Commonly Questions Asked about Crochet Flower Patterns
Before we jump to our crochet flower patterns, we have gathered some frequently asked questions when it comes to crocheting flowers. Here's what you need to know to get started!
What Are the Materials Needed for Crocheting a Flower?
The nice thing about crocheted flower patterns is that you can often use materials you already have at home, such as:
- Yarn in the color and weight of your choice (scraps are great for this!)
- Crochet hook that matches the yarn or the pattern suggestion
- Scissors to cut your yarn when you change colors or at the end of the project
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
What is the Recommended Yarn Used for Crochet Flowers?
Many crochet flower patterns use worsted weight (4) or DK weight (3) yarn. But if you prefer making small flowers, you can use fingering weight yarn or crochet thread.
The pattern you are considering will tell you what type of yarn the designer used, but you can always use a heavier weight yarn to make a larger flower or a lighter weight yarn to make a smaller flower if you like. The great thing about flowers is they don’t have to be an exact size!
How Do You Choose Yarn for Crocheting Flowers?
If you have some yarns that you already like, those are great choices for crocheted flowers. If you are planning to add your flower to another project that will include a different, lighter-colored yarn, check for color fastness by working a small swatch with both colors and washing it to make sure the color doesn’t bleed.
If you’re not using stash, cotton and acrylic yarns are great for flowers. And don’t forget to consider the color. You can make your flowers the colors they would be in nature or go wild with your color choices.
Where Can You Use a Crochet Flower?
Crochet flowers have many uses. The most common uses are hair clips, headbands, ear warmers, and the like. But that's not the only use for crochet flowers.
You can attach them to many projects like hats, blankets, socks, dresses, scarves, gloves, tops, and many others that you would like to include a crochet flower.
They can also stand alone as an addition to a gift box or bag, or some flowers can be attached to pipe cleaner stems and used as a crochet bouquet! They’re great for home decor projects, too, like wreaths and garlands.
Is It Easy to Crochet a Flower?
Yes! Crochet flowers are easy to make, and you can often complete one in an hour or less. If you are a beginner, there are plenty of patterns and tutorials that guide you every step of the way.
These projects often use simple stitches like single crochets, double crochet, and half double crochet, so if you know the basics you should be in good shape. But we can teach you 45 other stitches that you can use for this project or any other one that you are looking to customize or spice up. Learn all of the stitches here in my Ultimate Crochet Stitch Library.
Of course, you can use any weight of yarn you want for any kind of flower, but in case you’re wanting to use stash yarn and are looking for projects that are great with that particular weight, we’ve arranged all these free crochet flower patterns by yarn weight below. Happy stitching!
Crochet Flower Patterns Using (1) Super Fine Yarn

Crochet Poppy Flower
Designer: Moara Crochet
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering
Poppies come in different varieties and colors, which makes them interesting to crochet. There are a lot of little pieces but it comes together beautifully.

Gerbera Crochet Flowers
Designer: Annie Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering
Gerberas are a kind of daisy and they’re super cheerful flowers! This is a lovely crochet project that you can use for hairpins. All you have to do is add a pin at the back of your flower and you’re done!

Crochet Irish Rose Pattern
Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts
Yarn weight: Size 10 crochet thread
Suggested yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Thread
A crochet Irish Rose is commonly used in Irish lace crochet. It’s so pretty in two colors, or you can make a solid color one to add to your projects.

Crochet Rose Free Pattern
Designer: Paint it Colorful
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Ewe Ewe Fluffy Fingering
Getting creative with crochet flowers is easy when you have a pattern like this. You can crochet as many as you want, use different types and weights of yarn, and the best part is, they stay fresh all day, every day!

Crochet Lavender Pattern
Designer: Moara Crochet
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering
Do you want to level up your crochet skills and challenge yourself? Try this wonderful crochet lavender pattern that has a texture you will love. So sweet in a little bunch!

Crochet Lilac Flowers
Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts
Yarn weight: Size 10 crochet thread
Suggested yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Thread
These crocheted lilacs are wonderful additions to blankets, dresses, and scarves. If you want to be creative, you can even add them to cards! Try making them in other colors, too!

Free Crochet Cherry Blossom Pattern
Designer: Make & Do Crew
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering
Cherry blossoms are so pretty and delicate, but they also fade away quickly. Here are some cherry blossoms you can keep all year, and they’re easy to make too.

Crochet a Frangipani Flower Pattern
Designer: Moara Crochet
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering
Frangipani flowers are sweet smelling in real life. They bloom during the summer seasons in some countries. You can crochet this two-toned flower with this pretty pattern.
Crocheted Flowers Made with (2) Sport Weight Yarn

Crochet Flower Bouquet
Designer: Common Thread, via Internet Archive
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: DMC Natura Just Cotton
We all love getting bouquets of flowers, no matter the occasion. Here’s a bouquet you can keep all year long, or just crochet a single flower if you like!

Easy Crochet Peony Pattern
Designer: Off the Hook for You
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona
Tiny peonies are among my favorite flowers, but finding a big peony flower pattern is even better. You might love it too, check it out!

African Flower Granny Crochet Pattern
Designer: Craft Passion
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Brava Sport
Who said grannies have to be square? Here’s a beautiful crochet flower granny that you can do if you want something unique.
Flower Patterns Using (3) DK Weight Yarn

Dahlia Crochet Pattern
Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
This dahlia crochet pattern is simply adorable. It’s a great addition to your headbands, hairpins, and other crochet projects you have in mind.

Crochet Dogwood Flower Pattern
Designer: Golden Lucy Craft
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Coboo
Dogwoods are beautiful trees that are filled with whimsical flowers in the spring. They are a great addition to your flower crochet patterns. These also make a cute crochet flower garland that you can hang around your home or room.

A Rose in Two Different Sizes
Designer: Maisie and Ruth
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Comfy Cotton Blend
Crochet flowers make great embellishments to your crochet projects. This rose pattern is the simplest ones you can crochet and add to your creations. It comes in two sizes so you can use it on lots of different projects.

Puff Flower Free Pattern
Designer: Bella Coco
Yarn weight: DK yarn
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Feels Like Heaven Yarn
Crocheting these puff flowers is a little bit challenging, but it’s all worth it! And don’t worry, this pattern will take you through all the steps until you can create your own crocheted puff flowers.

Easy Crochet Flower Pattern
Designer: Annie Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Truboo
We all love colorful crochet flowers and if you are looking for one, this pattern is all you need. You can add these to baby blankets and hats, and even turn them into brooches by adding a pin on the back.

Crochet Daffodil Pattern
Designer: Kath Webber, via Gathered
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
Is there anything more cheerful than a daffodil? Because they’re one of the first flowers of spring they always look so hopeful, and now you can bring that joy into your crochet projects.

Easy Sunflower Crochet Pattern
Designer: Single Girl’s DIY
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Berroco Vintage DK
If you love making crochet daisy flowers, then this sunflower pattern will be easy-peasy for you. It’s like making those daisies but with a little twist. And remember sunflowers can come in a range of colors!

Curved Edge Flower Crochet Pattern
Designer: Crochet ‘n’ Create
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Hayfield Bonus DK
Simple and uncomplicated, this pattern creates cute and easy flowers that you can use anywhere. If you love the simplicity of a curved edge flower crochet, this is the pattern you need.

Carnation Crochet Pattern
Designer: PlanetJune
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Hayfield Bonus DK
This sweet carnation flower crochet pattern can be used as a crochet embellishment or as part of your flower crochet arrangement. Pink and white are traditional but you can stitch these up in all sorts of colors.

Anemone Crochet Flower Pattern
Designer: Marianna’s Lazy Daisy Days
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton yarn
This easy-to-make and fun anemone crochet flower is a project you’ll want to make over and over. Use them for hair clips, make boho garlands, or whatever you want!

Water Lily Crochet Pattern
Designer: Make My Day Creative
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Premier Yarns Premier Anti-Pilling Every Day DK
It’s amazing to see water lilies in bloom and now you can capture the same look with this pattern. This would be a lovely addition to a gift; just pin it to the gift bag.

Bouquet of Flowers Crochet Flower Tutorial
Designer: Hopeful Honey
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Hayfield Bonus
Colorful flowers are eye-catching and if you love vibrant colored flowers, this pattern will make you happy! Choose your favorite, loud colors and follow this tutorial.

Carnation Flower Crochet Pattern
Designer: Naztazia
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK
We can’t get enough of crocheted carnations. You can create as many as you like and arrange them in a vase as your home decoration. And see? I was right about them being great in different colors!

Two Layer Crochet Flowers
Designer: Annie Design Crochet
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Premier Yarns Premier Anti-Pilling Everyday DK
These flowers are simple and quick to make and will be a very good addition to your crochet projects. They’re popular additions to headbands, ear warmers, gloves, and many other projects.
Crochet Flower Patterns with (4) Worsted Weight Yarn

Crochet Pansy Flowers
Designer: Naztazia
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream
Crochet flowers make us happy, and seeing them in different color combinations is a joy! These little pansies use several different colors so they’re great for scrap projects.

Sweet Daisies Free Crochet Pattern
Designer: Mama in a Stitch
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream
These cute daisies will brighten anyone’s mood! You can create napkin rings out of these or a summer headband for your little ones.

Mohnblume Poppy Crochet
Designer: Vera Matrebo, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Crocheting these poppies is easy and you can create them in batches for all your projects. This design is unique and you will enjoy making them. You can add them as appliques or make a bunch to use for some fun future project

Daisy Flower Crochet Pattern
Designer: Repeat Crafter Me
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice
We love a variety of crocheted daisies! And this pattern will help you create two styles of daisies that you can use for your crochet projects.

Crochet Rose Pattern
Designer: Melanie Ham
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Ewe Ewe Wooly Worsted
This is probably one of the easiest crochet rose patterns you’ll come across. It only requires basic double crochet, treble crochet, and half-double crochet stitches to create this lovely flower.

Free Crochet Poppy Pattern
Designer: Thorseby Cottage
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Worsted
Red poppies are a classic remembrance of the war dead, and crocheted poppies are seen throughout the UK around Armistice Day. Stitch up some pretty flowers for remembrance or any other reason with this simple pattern.

Autumn Berry Flower Crochet
Designer: Jenny Dickens, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Ewe Ewe Wooly Worsted
These flowers are great for your winter hats and other projects where a crocheted flower is needed. You can also adjust the size if you want them bigger or smaller. Use a button for the center of the flower.

Crochet Rose Bouquet
Designer: Fiber Flux
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
If you’re looking for a different way to display your crochet flowers, check out this fun project. It’s a great minimalist wreath you can make in different colors for different times of the year.

Pointed Petals Flower
Designer: My Hobby is Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: I Love this Cotton
Once you have mastered crocheting rounded-edge flowers, you can try changing the way they look. Here’s a petal crochet flower pattern you can work in any color.

Crochet Puff Flower Tutorial Pattern
Designer: Crochet News
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Worsted
Puff flowers are one of those crochet projects that you can do mindlessly and still come up with lovely flowers. Here's a step-by-step pattern that you’ll enjoy doing.
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great collection! thanks!
I wish we could do the classes individually. There are too many to stuff into 2 days.
I’ve actually been looking for a wide range of flowers to crochet for a stuffed bear’s dress. I’ll use at least 5 of these patterns. Thank you for sharing!!
These are great!!
I am not feeling to well so this is something fun to do while I get better
Thank you
great collection! thanks!