Pattern Description:
This easy crochet marigold flower features a small green base and layered saffron petals, perfect for embellishments. Ideal for beginners, it works up quickly with simple stitches. Use it to decorate garments, accessories, or home décor items, adding a vibrant, textured floral touch to any project.
Materials Needed & Measurements:
- Yarn: Cotton mix yarn in green and saffron/yellow
- Yarn Weight: Light/DK (approx. #3)
- Hook: 3 mm crochet hook (optionally smaller for tighter stitches)
- Notions: Scissors, yarn needle for weaving ends
- Measurements: Approximately 2–2.5 inches (5–6.5 cm) in diameter
Stitches & Abbreviations Used:
- sc – Single Crochet
- dc – Double Crochet
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- ch – Chain
Instructions for Making the Marigold Crochet Pattern:
Part 1: Making the Green Base (Center)
Round 1 – Magic Circle & First Stitches
- Begin with green yarn.
- Create a magic circle.
- Work 4 sc into the ring.
- Pull the yarn tail to close the circle tightly.
- Join with sl st into the first sc.
- (Alternative start: ch 2, work 4 sc into the first ch, join with sl st.)
Round 2 – Increasing the Base
- Ch 1, work 2 sc into each stitch around (total 8 sc).
- Join with sl st into the first sc.
Round 3 to Round 5 – Building Height
- For each of the next 3 rounds,
- Ch 1, work 1 sc in each stitch around.
- Join with sl st to first sc at the end of each round.
- This forms a small, slightly domed green base.
Round 6 – Creating Loops for Petals
- Ch 4, then sl st into the next stitch.
- Repeat (ch 4, sl st in next st) around until you have 8 loops.
- Join with sl st into the base of the starting ch 4.
- Fasten off green yarn and weave in the end.
Part 2: Making the First Layer of Petals (Saffron Yarn)
Attaching the Petal Color
- With saffron/yellow yarn, attach to any one of the green loops using sl st.
Petal Setup – First Loop
- Ch 8 (counts as base and height for the petal).
- In the same loop:
- Work 1 dc, ch 5.
- Repeat (1 dc, ch 5) five more times for a total of 6 ch 5 loops inside this one green loop.
Moving to the Next Loop
- Work 1 dc into the next green loop.
- Then, in the same loop:
- Ch 5, 1 dc – repeat 5 times.
- Ch 5, then move to the next loop with 1 dc.
Continuing Around
- Repeat this process for each of the 8 green loops around the flower center.
- This will create a beautiful, layered petal effect with six ch 5 loops per green loop.
Joining the Round
- When you reach the starting point, sl st into the 3rd ch of the beginning ch 8.
- Fasten off and weave in the ends neatly on the back.
Tips for Success
- Tighter stitches will make the petals stand upright and create a fuller flower. If your petals are too floppy, try using a smaller hook or slightly thicker yarn.
- When working the magic circle, keep the center tight to prevent gaps.
- If you want a larger flower, increase the number of green loops in Round 6 from 8 to 10 or 12, adjusting the petals accordingly.
- For a two-tone effect, use a darker shade for the inner petals and a lighter shade for the outer petals.
Finishing & Using the Flower
Once complete, your marigold flower is ready for use. Some ideas include:
- Sewing onto hats, bags, or scarves as a decorative applique.
- Attaching to hair clips or headbands for a floral accessory.
- Using as embellishments for crochet blankets, pillow covers, or wall hangings.
If you want to create a marigold garland, simply make multiple flowers and attach them to a crochet chain or cord, spacing them evenly.
Final Measurement:
Your finished marigold flower should measure approximately 2-2.5 inches (5-6.5 cm) across, depending on your tension and yarn weight.
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