Easy Crochet Maple Leaf – Free Pattern
Certainly! Here’s an easy crochet pattern to create a charming maple leaf. This pattern is perfect for autumn-themed decorations or adding a touch of nature to your crochet projects. To complete this project, you’ll need some basic crochet skills and a few supplies:
Materials:
- Worsted weight yarn in red, orange, or your preferred autumn leaf color.
- Crochet hook appropriate for your yarn (usually around 4.0mm or G/6).
- Scissors.
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends.
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
Instructions:
Step 1: Make the Stem
- Start with a slip knot and chain 8.
- In the second chain from the hook, work 1 hdc.
- Continue to hdc in each chain until the end.
- Chain 1 and turn.
- Work 1 hdc in each hdc across the row. Repeat this row until your stem is the desired length (usually about 2-3 inches).
- Once the stem is the desired length, fasten off and weave in the ends.
Step 2: Crochet the Maple Leaf
- Join your yarn to the top of the stem with a slip stitch.
- Round 1: Chain 3 (counts as the first dc), then work 7 more dc in the same spot. You should have 8 dc stitches in total.
- Round 2: Chain 3 (counts as the first dc), then work 1 dc in the same stitch. In the next stitch, work 2 dc. Repeat this pattern (1 dc in one stitch, 2 dc in the next) all the way around. You should end with 24 dc stitches in this round.
- Round 3: Chain 1 (this is not a stitch), then work 1 sc in the same stitch. In the next stitch, work 1 hdc. In the next stitch, work 1 dc. In the next stitch, work 1 tr (triple crochet). In the next stitch, work 1 dc. In the next stitch, work 1 hdc. In the next stitch, work 1 sc. Repeat this pattern all the way around.
- Round 4: Chain 1 (this is not a stitch), then work 1 sc in the same stitch. In the next stitch, work 1 hdc. In the next stitch, work 1 dc. In the next stitch, work 2 tr. In the next stitch, work 1 dc. In the next stitch, work 1 hdc. In the next stitch, work 1 sc. Repeat this pattern all the way around.
- Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Step 3: Finishing
- Using the long tail and a yarn needle, sew the maple leaf to the top of the stem.
- Weave in any remaining ends.
And there you have it, your own crocheted maple leaf! You can make multiple leaves in different colors to create a beautiful fall garland or use them as appliques on hats, scarves, or blankets. Enjoy your crochet project!