Three crochet flower appliques in yellow, orange, and purple centered on a white desktop with scissors, a crochet hook, yarn, a yarn needle, and stitch markers around the edges.

Crochet small flower pattern

ByMelissa Hassler

Looking for a quick and charming project? This crochet small flower pattern is a beginner-friendly applique that works up fast with just a few basic stitches. It’s a sweet little make for gifts, garlands, seasonal décor, and handmade accents.

Quick answer
This crochet small flower pattern is a fast, beginner-friendly project worked in the round using basic stitches. The finished flower measures about 2.75 inches wide by 2.75 inches tall (7 x 7 cm) and is perfect for appliques, garlands, gifts, and seasonal décor.

Best for: Beginners
Style: Small crochet flower applique
Includes: Pattern details, written instructions, and FAQs

Creative ways to use your crochet small flower pattern

These little flowers may be quick to make, but they’re packed with possibilities. Here are some fun ways to use your finished blooms:

  • Appliques for hats and bags — Sew one onto beanies, totes, or backpacks for a handmade accent
  • Garlands and bunting — String several flowers together for festive seasonal décor
  • Gift toppers — Replace a bow with a crochet flower for a personal touch
  • Hair accessories — Attach to clips, headbands, or scrunchies for a cute wearable detail
  • Blankets and pillows — Add flowers to squares or finished projects for extra texture
  • Craft fair favorites — Sell them individually or in sets as appliques or embellishments

Crochet small flower pattern details

Here’s a quick overview of the materials, finished size, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.

Skill level

Beginner — This small flower applique is perfect for beginners. It uses basic crochet stitches with minimal shaping.

Materials you’ll need

  • Crochet hook size G-6 (4 mm) – Adjusting your hook size will change the finished size of the flower; larger hooks make bigger flowers, smaller hooks make smaller ones.
  • Worsted weight yarn (#4) – In white and a flower petal color.
  • Yarn needle – For weaving in ends neatly.
  • Scissors – To cut your yarn.
  • Stitch markers (optional) – Helpful for keeping track of rounds and stitch counts.

Finished size

The small flower measures approximately 2.75 inches (7 cm) wide by 2.75 inches (7 cm) tall.

Gauge

Gauge is not critical for this flower applique since the finished size does not need to be exact.

Crochet abbreviations

  • tr = treble crochet
  • sc = single crochet
  • ch / chs = chain / chains
  • st / sts = stitch / stitches
  • sl st = slip stitch

Pattern notes

  • This flower motif is worked in the round
  • Chain 1 at the start of each round does not count as a stitch
  • Join each round with a slip stitch to the first stitch
  • The pattern is written in US crochet terms
Flower applique crochet pattern displayed on a bright white desktop with three colorful crochet flowers and simple craft tools around them.

Crochet small flower pattern instructions

Follow the step-by-step instructions below to crochet the small flower. This quick project is fast to make and perfect for fall décor, gifts, garlands, and more.

Round 1:
Make a magic circle. Ch 1, work 6 sc into the ring. Join with a sl st. (6 sts)
Round 2:
Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. Join. (12 sts)
Round 3 (Petals):
Ch 3, 2 tr in the same st. In next st, work 2 tr, ch 3, sl st. *Sl st in next st, ch 3, 2 tr in same st. In next st, work 2 tr, ch 3, sl st.* Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st. (6 petals)
Finish:
Fasten off and weave in ends with a yarn needle.

Three completed crochet flowers with white centers and colorful petals in yellow, orange, and purple yarn. Easy fall crochet flower pattern for beginners.

Frequently asked questions

What skill level is this crochet small flower pattern?
This pattern is beginner-friendly. If you can make a magic circle, single crochet, and treble crochet, you’ll have no trouble with this flower.

How long does it take to make this flower?
Each flower works up very quickly—usually in 10–15 minutes. It’s the perfect project if you need a last-minute appliqué or handmade accent.

Can I use different colors besides fall shades?
Absolutely! While this design looks beautiful as a fall crochet flower pattern in warm autumn colors, you can switch to pastels for spring, brights for summer, or neutrals for year-round use.

What yarn works best for this project?
A lightweight or worsted weight yarn works best. Cotton yarn holds its shape nicely, while acrylic yarn offers more flexibility and softer texture.

What can I use my crochet flowers for?
These small flowers are great as appliqués for hats and bags, garlands, table décor, or even hair accessories. They’re also popular at craft fairs.

Can beginners make this flower without a magic circle?
Yes. If you’re not comfortable with a magic circle, you can chain 3–4 and join to form a ring, then work Round 1 into that space.

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Love quick projects? Explore my free crochet applique patterns for easy, beginner-friendly designs you can use to decorate hats, bags, blankets, and home décor.

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Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa

Pin graphic showing three crochet small flowers in orange, yellow, and purple yarn with white centers. Free crochet small flower pattern in fall colors from Lovable Loops.