Crochet Leaf Appliqué Tutorial – Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

  1. Worsted weight yarn in your desired leaf color
  2. Crochet hook appropriate for your yarn (usually around H-8/5mm)
  3. Scissors
  4. Yarn needle

Abbreviations:

  • ch: chain
  • sl st: slip stitch
  • sc: single crochet
  • hdc: half double crochet
  • dc: double crochet

Instructions:

Leaf: Start with a slip knot on your crochet hook.

Row 1: Ch 9.

Row 2: Starting from the 2nd ch from the hook, work the following stitches: sc, hdc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, hdc, sc.

Row 3: Ch 1, turn. Work the following stitches: sc, hdc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, hdc, sc.

Row 4: Ch 1, turn. Work the following stitches: sc, hdc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, hdc, sc.

Row 5: Ch 1, turn. Work the following stitches: sc, sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc, sc.

Row 6: Ch 1, turn. Work the following stitches: sc, sc, hdc, hdc, sc, sc.

Row 7: Ch 1, turn. Work the following stitches: sc, hdc, sc.

Row 8: Ch 1, turn. Work the following stitches: sc, sl st.

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Finishing: Using the yarn needle, weave in any loose ends and trim excess yarn.

Optional: You can make multiple leaves in various sizes and colors to create a beautiful arrangement.

This crochet leaf appliqué can be used to embellish a variety of projects such as hats, scarves, blankets, bags, or anything else you can think of. Get creative with your color choices and arrangement to make your projects truly unique!

Remember, practice makes perfect, so don’t be discouraged if your first leaf doesn’t turn out exactly as you’d like. With a little practice, you’ll be crocheting beautiful leaf appliqués in no time. Enjoy your crocheting!