Learn how to crochet a quick and easy leaf with my free step by step pattern and video tutorial. Whether adorning a cozy blanket, a whimsical scarf, a rustic table setting or 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.
Pattern notes
- Written in UK terms
- Video tutorial can be found at the base of the post
materials and tools
- Yarn: Stylecraft Special DK in colours saffron, copper, vintage peach and meadow
- Hook: I used 3.5mm (but larger or smaller hook and different weight yarn can be used to create different sized leaves, see below)
- Scissors
- Darning Needle
Crochet terms and 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 (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.
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Crochet Leaf Pattern
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).
video tutorial
crochet projects
Now you can crochet a leaf why not use these in your crochet projects? You can create a lovely handmade bunch of crochet flowers and leaves, a poppy brooch, wreath for your home or bespoke flower crowns. Another quick and easy make is crocheting a long chain and either threading or attached your crochet leaves to the chain to create a lovely leaf garland. There is so much you can do with these crochet leaves and these are just a few ideas to get your started. See below for more.
Autumn Wreath
Create a beautiful wreath for your home with this autumn pattern bundle. Mix and match flowers, pumpkin and leaves to create a beautiful handmade autumn wreath to adorn your doors throughout fall.
Crochet Poppy
Learn how to add a poppy to your crochet leaves and make yourself a remembrance poppy broach with this beginner friendly pattern and video tutorial
Flower Crowns
Mix and match a selection of crochet flowers and leaves and create yourself or others a beautiful crocheted flower crown with this mix and match pattern bundle.
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sarah-jayne
Learn How to Crochet a Leaf
Learn how to crochet a quick and easy leaf with my free step by step pattern and video tutorial. Whether adorning a cozy blanket, a whimsical scarf, a rustic table setting or wreath, a crochet leaf brings a touch of the outdoors inside, reminding us of the serenity and wonder of the natural world.
Materials
- Yarn: Stylecraft Special DK in colours saffron, copper, vintage peach and meadow
Tools
- Hook: I used 3.5mm (but larger or smaller can be used to create different sized leaves)
- Scissors
- Darning Needle
Instructions
- 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).
Notes
Written in UK terms
Video tutorial can be found at the base of the post
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