Crochet Whimsical Textured Petal Brooch Free Pattern

Crochet Whimsical Textured Petal Brooch Pattern

Materials Needed:

• 4 Ply Cotton Knitting Yarn in your choice of colors
• 4 mm Crochet Hook
• Scissors
• Yarn Needle
• Brooch Pin

Abbreviations Used:

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• sp = space

Gauge:

Gauge isn't critical for this pattern, but a 4x4 inch square should measure approximately 12 stitches by 10 rows in double crochet.

Instructions:

Petal (Make 5)

1. Begin with a magic ring.
2. Round 1: ch 3 (counts as first dc), 11 dc in the ring. Join with sl st in top of ch 3. (12 dc)
3. Round 2: ch 1, sc in same stitch, 2 sc in each dc around. Join with sl st. (24 sc)
4. Round 3: ch 1, *sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc* repeat around. Join with sl st. (32 sc)
5. Round 4: ch 3, *dc in next 2 sc, 2 dc in next sc* repeat around. Join with sl st. (40 dc)
6. Round 5: ch 1, *sc in next 4 dc, 2 sc in next dc* repeat around. Join with sl st. (48 sc)
7. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Assembly:

1. Lay two petals back to back, and use the tail from one petal to stitch them together, leaving the last edge open for stuffing (optional).
2. Add a brooch pin to the back, securing it with a few stitches through the yarn.
3. Weave in any loose ends to finish your brooch!

Finishing Touches:

Feel free to embellish your brooch with beads or sequins for added sparkle!

This whimsical petal brooch is not only a quick project but also a fantastic way to use up leftover yarn. Enjoy creating different styles and colors to match your wardrobe!