How To Crochet A 6 Petal Flower

Learn how to crochet a 6-petal flower. This pattern is perfect for beginners and only takes two rounds to make!

It is a mini crochet pattern for flowers that works great as a decorative touch for headbands, clips, bags, and more.

Made in one color and worked flat, this small crochet flower adds instant charm to any project. Simple, sweet, and super-fast—you’ll want to make a whole garden of these!

My Take on a 6-Petal Crochet Flower

There is something really satisfying about small, quick projects - and this mini crochet flower is no exception.

It is a soft, flat crochet flower made with just two simple rounds and one color of yarn, so it comes together in minutes.

Whether you are adding a little detail to a hat or creating a crochet flower applique for your favorite tote, this tiny flower pattern is versatile, beginner-friendly, and a great way to use up yarn scraps.

I have been using mine on hair clips, gift wrap, and even sewn onto greeting cards for a handmade touch.

This small crochet pattern for flowers is one you will keep coming back to - easy, relaxing, and cute every time.

Things To Note:

• Yarn Type – I used #2 Fine (sport, baby, 5ply) 100% cotton with about 16wpi to make this six petal crochet flower, but you can use any yarn type and weight you like.
• Hook Size: - I used a 2.5mm hook to make these crochet flowers, which was smaller than recommended 4mm hook. I used this size because, I liked the way the flowers look with a tighter stitch. However, you can use a different size to get the flower looking the way you like.
• Scrap Yarn – This is an easy small crochet project if you are looking for ways to use up scrap yarn like I did with these easy crochet rose appliques.

Materials

Yarn

#2 Fine (sport, baby, 5ply) 100% cotton with about 16 wraps per inch (WPI)*

• Color A – 3.3 yards (3 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

• 2.5mm

Notions

• Scissors
• Yarn Needle

Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms

• ch – chain
• col - color
• dc – double crochet
• hdc – half double crochet
• MR – magic ring
• rpt – repeat
• sc- single crochet
• sl st – slip stitch
• sp – space
• st/sts – stitch/stitches
• [] at the end of a round, indicates the number of stitches in that round

Finished Size

This simple 6 petal crochet flower measures about 1.38 inches (3.5cm) in diameter.

Gauge

The gauge is not so important for this project.

Variations

• Mix Up the Yarn Type - Try cotton for a neat, defined look or go with soft acrylic for a puffier finish. A lace-weight yarn will give you a truly tiny crochet flower - perfect for earrings or baby items.
• Add a Centerpiece - Stitch on a bead, button, or contrasting yarn dot to make the flower pop.
• Double Them Up - Make two crochet flat flowers and layer them for a fuller flower.
• Color Changes - This pattern uses a single color, but feel free to make the centre single crochet round one shade and the petals another for contrast.
• String a Bunch Together - Turn a few of these small crochet flowers into a floral garland or appliqué strip to decorate larger projects.

Instructions For A Six Petal Crochet Flower

To make this small crochet flower you start with a magic ring and make 12 single crochet stitches into the ring.

The second round creates the petals by making groups of half double crochet and double crochet stitches.

Rnd 1, col A – Make 12sc into a MR, pull yarn tail tight to close the ring sl st into 1^st sc to join. [12sc]

Rnd 2 – ch1 (not a st),(1hdc, 2dc, 1hdc, sl st) in same sp as sl st, * sl st into next st, (1hdc, 2dc, 1hdc) into next st, rpt from * 5 times, sl st into next st, sl st into same sp as 1^st st, cut yarn fasten off and weave in ends. [6 petals]

Expert Tips

• Adjust Hook Size for Shape - If your petals feel too tight, try going up a hook size for a looser look.
• Leave a Tail for Easy Attachment - Want to sew your flower onto another project? Leave a long tail after fastening off so you can easily attach your flower applique with a few quick stitches.

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If you tried this pattern for a six petal crochet flower (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!