Learn How to Crochet a Quick & Easy Leaf

October 9, 2024

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Learn how to crochet a quick and easy leaf with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial. Whether adorning a cosy blanket, a whimsical scarf, a rustic table setting or a wreath, a crochet leaf brings a touch of the outdoors inside, reminding us of the serenity and wonder of the natural world.

In this post you’ll find everything you need to learn how to crochet a leaf along with lots of lovely inspiration of how you can use this versatile embellishment in your crochet projects.

a section of crochet leaves made in rust, orange and green yarn lay flay on a cream backdrop alongside a small bunch of pampers grass.

1. Materials & Tools
2. Stylecraft Special DK Autumn Shades

Materials & Tools

Yarn: Stylecraft Special DK in colours saffron, copper, vintage peach and meadow
Hook: you can use any hook size. For the video I have used a 3.5mm hook, see below for more details about changing your hook size and yarn weight.
Scissors
Darning Needle

Stylecraft Special DK Autumn Shades

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Terms & Abbreviations

Chain Space(ch-sp)
Slip Stitch (ss): Insert hook into space, yarn over and pull through stitch and loop on hook.
Chain (ch): Yarn over, pull through one loop on hook.
Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Treble Crochet(s): tr(s): Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Half Treble Crochet(s): htr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining three loops.
Double Treble(s): dtr(s): Yarn over hook twice, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have four loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.

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Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version.

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pattern Notes

Written in UK terms but switchable to US terms below.
Skill Level: Beginner
Video tutorial available

Gauge & Size

Gauge isn’t important for this project.
You can alter the completed size by changing your yarn weight and hook size, see below.

two crochet leafs showing the difference in size when using two different types of yarn and crochet hook

Crochet Leaf: Free Pattern

Crochet leaves on a nude background in green, rust and peach yarn with pampers grass appearing in the background. — Crochet Leaf

You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.

Foundation: Ch10

First side: 3tr in third ch from the hook, tr in next 3 sts, htr in next 2 sts, dc, ss, ch 2.

Second side: ss (in same space as previous ss), dc, htr in next 2 sts, tr in next 3 sts, 3tr in next st, join with ss in top of first st.

To continue on and add a stem: ch4, dc into 3rd chain from hook, dc into next ch. ss to base of leaf. Tie off leaving a long tail end for sewing onto a project.

Sew in beginning end (or both if not sewing onto a project).

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Please note, if you wish to change and adapt this pattern in any way, this must be done at your own exploration and we cannot offer assistance with this.

Video Tutorial

How to Use Your Crochet Leaves

Are you looking for some inspration to turn your crochet leaves into a project? There is so much you can do with these crochet leaves and these are just a few ideas to get your started:

Leaf Garland
Poppy Broach
Leaves for a wreath or bouquet of crochet flowers
Flower crown
Garland
Seasonal Wreath

a crochet leaf garland lay flay on pale background. The crochet leaves are made in autumnal shades of green, orange and browns. They are threaded through a crochet chain in a beige yarn. — Crochet Leaf Garland

To make this leaf garland, crochet a long chain to your desired length. You can either thread or attach your crochet leaves to the chain to create a lovely leaf garland.

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