Quick & Easy Projects How to Crochet a Poppy and Leaf: FREE pattern Updated January 21, 2026 This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, I may earn a small commission. Click to see full details of my Privacy Policy. Pin it now, make later!372Shares Learn how to crochet a poppy and leaf with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial. Whether you’d like to crochet your poppy broach for remembrance day or make these for a floral project you’ll find everything you need in this post plus more crochet inspiration at the base. TABLE OF CONTENTS1. Pattern notes2. Pattern Support3. Materials & Tools4. Convert Pattern Terms5. terms & abbreviations6. Pin For Later7. Free Pattern: crochet Poppy8. Poppy centre9. Video Tutorial10. Crochet Leaf: Free pattern11. Video Tutorials 12. Right-handed13. Floral Crochet Projects14. Modern Crochet Wreath15. Flower CrownsVIEW MORE▼ Crochet Poppy Our red poppy is a symbol of both Remembrance and hope for a peaceful future. Poppies are worn as a show of support for the Armed Forces community. The poppy is a well-known and well-established symbol, one that carries a wealth of history and meaning with it. ROyal british legion CLICK HERE if you’d like to make a donation to The Royal British Legion. Pattern notes Written in UK terms but switchable to US terms below. Video tutorial can be found at the base of the post Pattern Support The fastest way to get pattern support is to ask in our dedicated facebook group for Bella Coco Crochet patterns. This is the best place for you to connect with other crocheters. 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. Materials & Tools Yarn: You can use any DK-weight yarn. I have used Stylecraft Special DK in Lipstick, Black and Meadow Hook: 3.5mm Scissors Darning Needle Convert Pattern Terms 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. view in UK terms view in US terms 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): 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. How to Crochet: A Handy Reference Guide EBook Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. Learn more about the eBook here. Pin For Later Free Pattern: crochet Poppy You are viewing this pattern in UK terms. Foundation: Ch4 and ss in forth ch from hook to form a circle. Round 1: Ch1, 10dc, ss to first dc to join. Round 2: Ch2, 2tr, 2tr, 3dtr, 2tr, ch2, ss, ch2, 3tr, 2tr, 3dtr, 3tr, ch2, ss in next st and tie off. Sew in ends Poppy centre 10dc into a magic circle and connect. Leave a long tail end for sewing onto the poppy OR you could use a black button. Video Tutorial Crochet Leaf: Free pattern 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. Sew in the beginning end and then sew all the pieces together using photos as a guide. Video Tutorials Right-handed < Floral Crochet Projects Modern Crochet Wreath Crochet your own bespoke wreath for your home. You can customise this wreath to your own style by combining your favourite floral patterns, pumpkins and leaves. Click below for all the details. click here Flower Crowns Customise your own crochet flower crown with a selection of your favourite floral patterns. Click below to find out all the details. click here I always love to see your makes so if you try any of my patterns or follow my stitch tutorials please tag me @bellacococrochet or use the #bellacococrochet sarah-jayne KEEP ON making Don’t miss a thing! Sign up to our newsletter, grab a cuppa and find out about the latest posts and projects. First name Email address Thanks! Please check your inbox (and junk) to confirm your subscription! Pin it now, make later!372Shares Further Reading... 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