Easy Crochet Rose Applique

Learn how to make an easy crochet rose applique with this step by step tutorial. Free pattern included! Perfect for embellishing blankets, hats and more.

Easy Crochet Rose Applique

There is something charming about crocheted flowers—they are delicate, timeless, and can be used in endless ways. This easy crochet rose applique is no exception!

Whether you are looking to decorate a hat, bag, basket or even add crochet roses to blankets, this small crochet rose pattern is a must-have in your crochet repertoire.

The best part?

This is a super quick crochet pattern that takes only 15 minutes to complete.

Made in just two simple rows, this pattern is perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike.

Plus, you can easily adjust the size by changing your yarn weight or hook size.

Why You Will Love This 3D Rose Pattern

• Easy 3D Design: This simple 3D design enhances any project by adding texture and depth.
• Beginner-Friendly: Simple stitches and a quick two-row design make this pattern suitable for all skill levels.
• Fast to Make: You can complete this crochet rose in about 15 minutes! Perfect for last-minute projects.
• Adjustable Size: Want a smaller or larger flower? Just change your yarn weight or hook size!
• Versatile Use: This applique crochet piece can be added to blankets, hats, headbands, bags, baskets or even turned into a brooch.
• Great Scrap Yarn Project: A wonderful way to use up leftover yarn from previous projects.
• Elegant & Timeless: The layered flower crochet pattern gives the rose a beautiful, full shape that looks stunning on any project.

Yarn And Hook Used

For this crochet rose pattern, we used #3 light worsted weight yarn with approximately 12 WPI and a 3.5mm hook, which was slightly smaller than the recommended 4mm crochet hook.

However, you can experiment with different yarn weights and the recommended hook size to achieve a unique look.

Just keep in mind that any changes in yarn weight and hook size will affect the final size of the crochet flowers, so adjust accordingly if size is a concern.

Materials

Yarn

#3 light worsted weight yarn with approximately 12 wraps per inch (WPI)* in the following:

• Color A, flower, yellow – 8.7 yards (8 meters)
• Color B, leaves, green – 3.4 yards (3.2 meters)

*Wraps per inch (WPI) - measures yarn thickness by counting how many times the yarn wraps around a ruler in one inch. More wraps thinner yarn, while fewer wraps thicker yarn.

Hook Size

• 3.5mm

Notions

• Scissors
• Yarn Needle

Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms

• ch – chain stitch
• col – color
• dc – double crochet
• hdc – half double crochet
• hk – hook
• picot – picot -see special stitches below
• rnd – round
• rpt – repeat
• sl st – slip stitch
• sp/sps – space/spaces
• st/sts – stitch/stitches
• tr – treble
• YO – yarn over
• [ ] - at the end of a round/row, indicates the number of stitches in that round/row

Special Stitches

• Picot (picot)
• A picot stitch is made using chain stitches and a slip stitch. It can be used as an extension to single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, or treble stitches. 
• A picot is normally 3 chain stitches, but if you require more definition, make it with 4 chain stitches.
• Create three chain stitches at the point where you want to add a picot.
• Then insert your hook into the third chain from the hook.
• Yarn over hook (YO) pull the yarn back through both the stitch and the loop on the hook.
• This completes one Picot stitch.
• Abbreviated version
• Picot - ch3, insert hk into 3rd ch from hk, YO pull the yarn back through both the stitch and the loop on the hk.

Finished Size

The finished size of the crochet roses is about 2 inches (5cm) in diameter.

Gauge

Instructions

Rnd 1, col A, 3.5mm hk – ch4, 1dc in 3^rd ch from hk, * ch4, 1dc in base of 3^rd ch from hk, rpt from * 9 times, turn. [10 x ch3/dc loops with ch1 sps between]

Rnd 2 – * ch2, 7hdc in ch3/dc loop, sl st into the ch-1 st before the next ch3/dc loop, *7dc in next loop, sl st into next ch-1 st, rpt from * 6 times, cut yarn, fasten off. Col B, turn the piece so that the remaining loops and starting yarn tail are on the right hand side, sl st yarn into 1^st loop, ** (1hdc, 1dc, 1tr, picot, 1tr, 1dc, 1hdc) in ch-3 sp, sl st into next loop, rpt from ** 3 times, cut yarn fasten off and weave in ends.

Expert Tip

• Use a smaller hook if you want a tighter, more defined rose.
• Experiment with different yarns for unique textures—cotton for crisp petals, acrylic for a softer look.

FAQ

More Easy Craft Ideas And Patterns

If you are a fan of crochet rose appliqués, you might also enjoy exploring other floral crafts. Check out this hand embroidery flower tutorial to add embroidered elements to your floral crafts.

If you are into preserving the beauty of real flowers, check out some pressed flower art ideas for inspiration on how to incorporate dried flowers into your crafting projects.

You might also like to create your own crochet rose bouquet with this easy step by step pattern for crochet roses or these easy paper roses.

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This small crochet rose pattern is a fun, quick, and easy project that adds a gorgeous touch to any home craft. Whether you’re making decorative crochet flowers for gifts or personalizing your favorite accessories, these crochet applique roses are fun to make.

If you tried this crochet rose pattern (or any other pattern on my website), please let me know how it went in the comments below. I'd love to hear from you!