This amazing crochet a Zinnia Flower is best to add a pop of color and a natural essence to any space. You only need a few things: a crochet hook, yarn in bold and bright hues, and a little time. Visualize your creativity flowing as your hook and yarn work together, creating soft petals and a vibrant center that look just like real Zinnia flowers.
Crochet Zinnia Flower
It’s perfect for brightening up a special spot in your home, making a personalized bouquet, or giving a thoughtful present that comes from the heart. Every loop and pull fills the space with warmth and cheerfulness. It’s as fulfilling to make them as it is to see the lively finished product. Let’s begin making these stunning flowers right away and share the happiness they bring!
Materials Needed:
- Pink and green yarn (specific type mentioned in the ADD shop link in the video description)
- Crochet hook
- Craft wire
- Glue
- Filling material for the flower bee
Zenia Flower Pattern:
Flower Part (Two Layers):
- Start with a Double Circle (or Magic Ring):
- Chain (CH) 1 (does not count as a stitch)
- Do 9 single crochets (SC) inside the ring
- Pull tight and close with a slip stitch (SL ST)
First Layer Petals (Round 2):
- CH 1 (does not count as a stitch)
- Work in front loops only:
- Do 1 SC, then CH 8
- Find second stitch from the hook, do 1 SC in each space up to 8 SC
- Close with a peod (tight) SL ST
- Repeat for a total of 9 petals, then SL ST to close round
Second Layer Petals (Attach Craft Wire):
- Follow the pattern like the first layer but with craft wire for support
- Petals have increased height with different stitches including SC, half-double crochet (HDC), and double crochet (DC) increases.
- A total of 9 petals, end with an SL ST
Cut off craft wire after completing the second layer.
Flower Heart:
Start with a Double Circle/Magic Ring:
- CH 1, do 6 SC in the ring
- Increase to 12 SC in the next round
- Continue with 12 SC for 3 rounds, working in front loops only in the last round
Petal Round:
- Connect with a SL ST, CH 1
- In current space: 1 SC, then 3 CH, followed by an SL ST
- Repeat around to form petals
- Small Flowers (For the B part):
Start with Double Circle:
- CH 3, then do 2 triple crochet (TRC), CH 3, and SL ST in the circle
- Repeat to make a total of 5 petals
Green Part (Leaf):
Start with a Double Circle:
- CH 1, 5 SC in the circle
- Increase to 10 SC in the next round
- Work 10 SC in each round up to round 9
- Round 10: Create petals with CH, DC, and SL ST patterns
Leaf Pattern:
- Chain 20, start in the second stitch from the hook:
- 1 SC, followed by a gradual increase in stitch height up to 8 DC
- Add 4 HDC, 3 SC, then 1 SC, CH 1, and 1 SC in the last stitch
- Work the mirror pattern on the other side, finish off with a SL ST
Assembly:
- Assemble the flower by attaching the crafted parts together, including the flower heart, petals, and bee parts.
- Utilize craft wire, filling, and glue as needed to secure and shape the flower components.
Notes:
- Adjust the crochet hook size according to the yarn's requirements.
- The Craft wire enhances petal and leaf structure.
- Watch the video for visual guidance on stitch execution and assembly details.
