Rustic Crochet Marigold Flower Pattern for Cottagecore Décor

Turn yarn into a cheerful bloom with this Crochet Marigold Flower Pattern for a vibrant piece that adds color and charm to any project.

Materials List

• Yarn:
  • Orange yarn (flower).
  • Green yarn (sepal and leaves).
  • Both yarns are 4-ply acrylic yarn (e.g., Vardhman).
• Crochet Hook:
  • 2.5 mm hook (works well with 4-ply yarn).
• Wires (for leaves and stem):
  • 1mm wire (for the flower stem).
  • 0.5–0.6mm wire (for attaching leaves).
• Optional Extras:
  • Stitch marker (for tracking rounds).
  • A small amount of glue (for clean finishing).
• Other Supplies:
  • Tapestry needle (for sewing).
  • Cotton or polyester fiberfill (for stuffing the flower base).
  • Scissors (to trim excess yarn).

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Key Abbreviations

• ch: Chain
• sc: Single Crochet
• hdc: Half Double Crochet
• dc: Double Crochet
• sl st: Slip Stitch
• inc: Increase (work 2 stitches into the same stitch).
• dec: Decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together).
• st(s): Stitch(es)

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Special Notes

1. The flower petals use chain stitches and slip stitches for a realistic, dense texture.
2. The flower base is worked in continuous rounds without slip-stitch joins (to avoid visible seams).
3. Use a stitch marker to track your rounds.
4. The marigold consists of three main parts: flower petals, sepal, and leaves.

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Pattern Instructions

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Step 1: Flower Base

1. Start with Orange Yarn
   • Create a magic ring and ch 1 to secure it.
2. Round 1:
   • Work 6 sc into the magic ring. (6 sc)
   • Pull the ring tight but leave a small adjustable hole.
3. Round 2:
   • Work 2 sc in each st around (back loop only). (12 sc)
4. Round 3:
   • [1 sc, inc] Repeat 6 times (back loop only). (18 sc)
5. Round 4:
   • [2 sc, inc] Repeat 6 times (back loop only). (24 sc)
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6. Rounds 5–7:
   • Work 1 sc in each st around (back loop only). (24 sc per round)
7. Round 8 (Decrease Round):
   • [2 sc, dec] Repeat 6 times. (18 sc)
8. Round 9:
   • [1 sc, dec] Repeat 6 times. (12 sc)
9. Round 10:
   • Work dec across every pair of sts to close the flower base. (6 sc)
10. Stuff the Base:
    • Add a small amount of fiberfill or cotton to lightly stuff the base.
11. Close the Hole:
    • Use a tapestry needle to sew the remaining hole shut. Fasten off and weave in ends.
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Step 2: Petals

1. Attach Orange Yarn to Front Loops of Round 4:
   • Locate the unworked front loops of Round 4. Insert the hook into any front loop, attach the yarn, and ch 1 to secure.
2. Petal Pattern for Each Stitch:
   • Ch 8.
   • Sl st back into the same st to form a loop.
3. Move to the Next Stitch:
   • Sl st into the next st and repeat the petal pattern: Ch 8, sl st into the same st.
4. Complete Round 4:
   • Continue creating one petal for each front loop to make a total of 24 petals.
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5. Repeat for Round 3 Front Loops:
   • Use the same petal pattern for the front loops of Round 3.
6. Repeat for Round 2 Front Loops:
   • Work the same petal pattern in the front loops of Round 2.
7. Final Round of Petals (Optional):
   • To add more fullness, create petals in the front loops of Round 1.
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Step 3: Sepal

1. Begin with Green Yarn
   • Create a magic ring and ch 1 to secure.
2. Round 1:
   • Work 6 sc into the magic ring. (6 sc)
   • Leave the magic ring slightly open so the wire can pass through.
3. Round 2:
   • Work 1 sc in each st around. (6 sc)
4. Round 3:
   • [1 sc, inc] Repeat 3 times. (9 sc)
5. Round 4:
   • Work 1 sc in each st around. (9 sc)
6. Round 5:
   • [2 sc, inc] Repeat 3 times. (12 sc)
7. Rounds 6–7:
   • Work 1 sc in each st around. (12 sc per round)
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8. Attach to Base:
   • Insert the wire through the center hole of the sepal.
   • Use the long tail to sew the sepal to the base of the flower. Align the stitches and secure tightly.
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Step 4: Leaf

1. Begin with Green Yarn
   • Make a slip knot and ch 22.
2. Leaf Pattern on Chain:
   • Skip the first ch.
   • Sl st, sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st across the chain. (Tip: Keep the stitches symmetrical for the leaf shape).
3. Wire Attachment:
   • Lay the 0.5mm wire along the chain. Work sl st stitches over the wire to secure it into the stem of the leaf.
4. Create Smaller Leaves:
   • Make smaller leaves by chaining 12–18 chains and repeating the same pattern.
5. Attach Leaves to Stem:
   • Twist the wires of the leaves around the flower stem. Secure with green thread or glue.
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Step 5: Stem

1. Cover the Flower Stem:
   • Wrap the 1mm wire in green yarn (use thread tightly, covering the wire neatly).

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Assembly

1. Attach the flower, sepal, and leaves to the covered wire stem in this sequence:
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   • Insert and secure the sepal.
   • Position and attach the leaves along the stem.
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2. Tighten all joints by wrapping with green yarn—add glue for added durability.
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Conclusion

Your beautiful crochet marigold flower is complete! With its lush petals and vibrant details, the flower can be used for a variety of purposes such as vase décor, garlands, or gifts. Feel free to customize the size and colors according to your preferences.

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Pattern Corrections

• Ensure tension remains consistent for evenly shaped petals.
• Keep petals dense; skip no stitches to avoid gaps.

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Tips

1. Petal Placement: Work in continuous rounds to keep petal placement seamless. Avoid skipping rounds or stitches for a fuller look.
2. Wire Handling: Straighten and stabilize wire before adding components like sepals or leaves.
3. Customization: Experiment with different petal sizes by adjusting the number of chains in the petals.