Small American flag crochet pattern
Looking for a free small American flag crochet pattern? This beginner-friendly design creates a 4-inch flag appliqué with classic red, white, and blue stripes and simple star details. It works up quickly and makes a fun patriotic accent for bags, hats, blankets, gifts, and summer décor.
Quick answer
This small American flag crochet pattern makes a beginner-friendly appliqué measuring about 4 inches wide × 3.5 inches tall (10 × 9 cm). The flag is crocheted with worsted weight yarn using a D (3.25 mm) hook, then finished with a white border using a G-6 (4 mm) hook and embroidered star details.
Skill level: Beginner
Style: Small American flag appliqué
Finished size: 4 × 3.5 inches
Yarn weight: Worsted weight #4
Includes: Flag instructions, border, star details, and finishing
Why you’ll love this small American flag pattern
- Quick project — Small size makes it fast to crochet.
- Beginner-friendly — Uses basic half double crochet and simple color changes.
- Classic patriotic design — Red, white, and blue stripes with star details.
- Easy to use — Add it to bags, hats, blankets, pillows, and décor.
- Great for summer holidays — Perfect for Fourth of July, Memorial Day, and patriotic projects.
Ways to use this American flag appliqué
This crochet flag applique is small, lightweight, and easy to add to all kinds of patriotic projects. Here are a few fun ways to use it:
- Sew it onto tote bags, hats, or jackets
- Add it to blankets, pillows, or wall hangings
- Use it for Fourth of July or Memorial Day décor
- Attach it to gift bags or party decorations
- Add it to handmade accessories or summer crochet projects
Small American flag crochet pattern details
Here’s a quick overview of the materials, finished size, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.
Skill level
Beginner — This pattern uses basic half double crochet stitches, simple color changes, and an easy single crochet border.
Materials needed
- D (3.25 mm) crochet hook for the flag
- G-6 (4 mm) crochet hook for the border
- Worsted weight yarn (#4) in red, white, and blue
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Finished size
My finished American flag appliqué measures approximately 4 inches wide × 3.5 inches tall (10 × 9 cm).
Gauge
9 stitches × 7 rows = 2 inches (5 cm)
Gauge will affect the finished size of the flag.
My guide to crochet gauge explains how to measure your stitches and adjust your hook size.
Crochet abbreviations
- hdc = half double crochet
- sc = single crochet
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- ch/chs = chain/chains
Pattern notes
- The flag is worked back and forth in rows.
- Ch 2 at the beginning of each row.
- The starting ch 2 does not count as a stitch.
- Change colors as indicated in the written instructions.
- Carry or fasten off unused colors according to your preferred color-change method.
- The border is worked with a larger G-6 (4 mm) crochet hook.
- The stars are added after the flag is complete.
- The pattern is written in US crochet terms.
Small American flag crochet pattern instructions
Crochet the flag from the bottom up in rows, changing between red, white, and blue as indicated below.
Row 1 (Red): Ch 19, hdc in 3rd ch from hook and in each remaining ch, turn. (17 sts)
Row 2 (White): Ch 2, hdc in each st across, turn. (17 sts)
Row 3 (Red): Ch 2, hdc in each st across, turn. (17 sts)
Row 4 (White): Ch 2, hdc in each st across, turn. (17 sts)
Row 5 (Red): Ch 2, hdc in each st across, turn. (17 sts)
Row 6 (White): Ch 2, hdc in each st across, turn. (17 sts)
Row 7 (Blue/Red): Ch 2, hdc in first 7 sts with blue, change to red, hdc in remaining 10 sts, turn. (17 sts)
Row 8 (White/Blue): Ch 2, hdc in first 10 sts with white, change to blue, hdc in remaining 7 sts, turn. (17 sts)
Row 9 (Blue/Red): Ch 2, hdc in first 7 sts with blue, change to red, hdc in remaining 10 sts, turn. (17 sts)
Row 10 (White/Blue): Ch 2, hdc in first 10 sts with white, change to blue, hdc in remaining 7 sts, turn. (17 sts)
Row 11 (Blue/Red): Ch 2, hdc in first 7 sts with blue, change to red, hdc in remaining 10 sts. Fasten off. (17 sts)
Crochet the border
Switch to the G-6 (4 mm) crochet hook and join white yarn. Ch 1 and work sc evenly around the entire flag. In each corner, work (sc, ch 2, sc). Join with a sl st and fasten off.
Add the stars
Use white yarn and a yarn needle to stitch small star shapes onto the blue section of the flag. You can also use white fabric paint or puff paint if you prefer.
Finishing
Weave in all remaining yarn ends and gently shape or block the appliqué if needed.
Video tutorial
Follow along with my step-by-step video tutorial to see how to crochet the American flag appliqué from start to finish.
Frequently asked questions
Is this small American flag crochet pattern beginner-friendly?
Yes. The pattern uses basic half double crochet stitches, simple color changes, and a single crochet border.
How big is the finished crochet flag?
My finished flag measures approximately 4 inches wide × 3.5 inches tall (10 × 9 cm).
What can I use this crochet American flag for?
Use it as an appliqué on bags, hats, blankets, pillows, wall hangings, gift bags, or patriotic decorations.
How are the stars added to the crochet flag?
The stars are added after crocheting the flag. Stitch them onto the blue section with white yarn, or use white fabric or puff paint.
Can I make the American flag larger?
Yes. Using a thicker yarn and larger hook will make the flag larger, while a thinner yarn and smaller hook will make it smaller. Keep in mind that changing yarn and hook size will also change the finished measurements.
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Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa
