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June 29th, 2018
Crochet Canadian Flag Pattern — Free Canada Day Craft Project
This crochet Canadian flag pattern is the perfect Canada Day project — patriotic, beginner-friendly, and small enough to whip up in an afternoon. Canada Day is one day a year where, as a Canadian living in the US, I truly feel like I’m missing out if I’m not home. So I made this little flag to carry a piece of home with me — and you can too! The crochet Canadian flag pattern is so simple you can make a whole pile of them for party favors, decorations, or attach one to your travel bag.
This crochet Canadian flag pattern is made in two parts — a maple leaf in red and a flag backing in red-white-red — then sewn together. The maple leaf has 5 textured points worked from the center out, and the flag backing is a simple sc rectangle with color changes. It made me smile the entire time I worked it, and I think it’ll do the same for you.
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Canadian Flag Pattern
✔ Perfect Canada Day craft project
✔ Two simple parts — maple leaf + striped backing
✔ The crochet Canadian flag pattern uses just 2 colors of cotton yarn
✔ Beginner-friendly with detailed row-by-row instructions
✔ Quick weekend make — perfect last-minute July 1 decor
✔ Make a whole batch for party favors
✔ Attaches easily to bags, hats, or hangs as a wall decoration
✔ Uses durable cotton yarn — washes and lasts beautifully
Pattern Details
The crochet Canadian flag pattern has two pieces: the maple leaf (worked in the round with 5 leaf points crocheted out) and the flag backing (worked flat in rows with red-white-red color sections). They’re sewn together at the end.
Skill Level
Beginner-intermediate. Requires ch, sc, hdc, dc, trc, sl st, working in the round, and color changes.
Finished Size
Approximately 8 inches wide x 4 inches tall — perfect for bag attachments or small wall decor.
Materials You’ll Need
- Bernat Softee Cotton in White and Red — or any cotton yarn in red and white
- 5mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Shop the materials
Cotton yarn gives the crochet Canadian flag pattern that crisp, structured look perfect for displaying — but any worsted weight yarn works. The original used Bernat Handicrafter Cotton in Country Red and White.
Abbreviations
- ch — chain
- sc — single crochet
- hdc — half double crochet
- dc — double crochet
- trc — triple crochet
- sl st — slip stitch
- rnd — round
- rep — repeat
- sp — space
- st(s) — stitch(es)
The Crochet Canadian Flag Pattern
Maple Leaf
With Red, ch 5. Sl st ends together to form a loop.
Round 1: Ch 3, 11 dc into loop, join with sl st. (12 stitches total counting chain stitch at end of round)
Round 2: Ch 3, 1 dc in same st, 2 dc in each st in round, join with sl st. (24 stitches total)
Round 3: *Sk 1 st, 7 dc in next st, sk 1 st, sl st in next st* repeat from * 5 times.
Stem: Sc in next 2 st. Ch 4, turn and sl st in every st back up the chain. Sl st in same st as chain. Sc in next st.
Round 4 — Note: Instructions in parentheses ( ) all go into the same stitch.
Leaf Point 1: Sc in next 4 sts. (3 hdc, ch 3, fold chain in half and sl st together, 1 hdc in next st.) Sc in next 2 sts. Sl st in next st.
Leaf Point 2: Sc in next 4 sts. (3 dc, ch 3, fold chain in half and sl st together, 1 dc in next st.) Sc in next 2 sts. Sl st in next st.
Leaf Point 3: Sc in next st. Dc in next 2 st. (2 trc, ch 3, fold chain in half and sl st together, 2 trc in next st.) Dc in next 2 st. Sc in next st. Sl st in next st.
Leaf Point 4: Sc in next 2 st. (1 dc, ch 3, fold chain in half and sl st together, 3 dc in next st.) Sc in next 4 sts. Sl st in next st.
Leaf Point 5: Sc in next 2 sts. (1 hdc, ch 3, fold chain in half and sl st together, 3 hdc in next st.) Sc in next 4 st. Sl st in next st.
Cut yarn, tie off and weave in ends.
Flag Backing
With Red, ch 26.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook to end (25 sts), ch 1, turn.
Rows 2-12: Sc in 2nd ch from hook to end (25 sts), ch 1, turn. In last row, change to White.
Rows 13-41: Sc in 2nd ch from hook to end (25 sts), ch 1, turn. In last row, change to Red.
Rows 42-54: Sc in 2nd ch from hook to end (25 sts), ch 1, turn. In last row, cut yarn, tie off and weave in ends.
Finishing & Assembly
Place the maple leaf in the center of the white block on the flag backing. Pin in place. Sew together with red yarn and a yarn needle. Weave in all ends. Enjoy your finished crochet Canadian flag pattern!
Tips for the Perfect Crochet Canadian Flag
- Use cotton: cotton yarn holds its shape and gives the crochet Canadian flag pattern that crisp flag look. Wool or acrylic work too but drape softer.
- Block before assembly: a gentle steam blocking flattens any curl in the flag backing and crisps up the maple leaf points.
- Mark the stem direction: the maple leaf has a stem and 5 points — make sure you orient it correctly when sewing to the backing.
- Make a backpack version: add a small loop at the corner to attach to bags or hang from a hook.
- Batch for parties: this works up so fast — make 6-12 for Canada Day party favors.
- Add a hanger: attach a dowel rod through the top edge to hang as a wall display.
- Use stitch markers: mark the start of each round in the maple leaf so you don’t lose track of the leaf point sequence.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this crochet Canadian flag pattern take? About 3-5 hours total. The maple leaf is the slower piece; the flag backing flies.
Is this beginner friendly? Yes — if you can sc and dc, you can make this. The trickiest part is the leaf point sequence in Round 4.
What yarn weight works best? Worsted weight (#4) cotton gives the crispest result. Any worsted yarn works as a substitute.
Can I make a bigger flag? Yes — start with a longer foundation chain (multiples of 25) and add proportional rows for the proper 2:1 width-to-height flag ratio.
Can I sell finished flags? Yes — small batch sales are allowed for personal income. Please credit SeeLoveShare as the designer.
Where can I attach my finished crochet Canadian flag? Travel bags, backpacks, hats, jackets, wall hangings, garlands for Canada Day parties — anywhere a little Canadian pride belongs.
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