This free crochet leaf pattern includes two of the most iconic fall leaves — maple and oak — adapted to be as simple and quick as possible. Each finished leaf measures about 4 inches long and only takes around 10 minutes to make, so you can crochet a whole pile of fall leaves in an afternoon. Perfect for autumn garlands, wreaths, table scatter, place card holders, gift toppers, or scattered across a tiered tray for instant fall styling.

I’ve adapted these patterns over many fall seasons to make them as beginner friendly as possible while still capturing the unmistakable shape of real maple and oak leaves. The result is a quick, satisfying make that uses tiny amounts of yarn — making it the perfect stash-buster project, and a great way to use up scraps from bigger projects in warm autumn colors.

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Why You’ll Love This Free Crochet Leaf Pattern

• Beginner friendly — uses basic stitches you probably already know
• Super quick — about 10 minutes per leaf, so a whole batch comes together in an afternoon
• Tiny yarn requirements — perfect stash-buster for small amounts of warm fall colors
• Two leaf shapes in one pattern — classic maple and rounded oak
• Endlessly versatile — use them for garlands, wreaths, place cards, tiered trays, gift tags, or scatter decor
• Looks beautiful in any fall palette — pumpkin orange, gold, burgundy, brown, or even non-traditional colors like sage and dusty pink

Skill Level

Easy. If you’re comfortable with basic crochet stitches (sc, hdc, dc, tr) and working in the round, you can make this crochet leaf pattern.

Materials

• Red Heart Super Saver yarn in various fall colors — I used Pumpkin, Carrot, Gold, Burgundy, and Brown. You only need small amounts of each.
• Size J/10 (6.0 mm) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Yarn / tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Red Heart Super Saver is the perfect yarn for these crochet leaves — it’s affordable, durable, machine washable, and comes in dozens of warm autumn shades. Because each leaf uses such a small amount, this is the ideal stash-busting project for using up scraps from larger fall makes.

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
• tog — together
• st — stitch

Free Crochet Maple Leaf Pattern

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 counting chain stitch at end of round).
• Round 3: *Sk 1 st, 7 dc in next st, sk 1 st, sl st in next st* — repeat from * to * 5 times.

Stem

Sc in next 2 st. Ch 12, turn and sl st in every st back up the chain. Sl st in same st as chain. Sc in next st.

Round 4 — Leaf Points

Please note: Instructions in parentheses ( ) all go into one 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.

Free Crochet Oak Leaf Pattern

• Row 1: Ch 11, sc in 2nd ch from hook, 2 hdc in next ch, hdc in next 6 ch, 2 hdc in next ch, [sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc] in last ch. Working around other side of beginning chain: 2 hdc in next ch, hdc in next 6 ch, 2 hdc in next ch, sc in last ch. Do not join. (27 sts)
• Row 2: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in first 2 sts, hdc in 9 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next st, [sc, hdc, sc] in next st, sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, hdc in 9 sts, 2 sc in last 2 sts. Working across bottom of leaf: [sc, dc, sc] in center ch, join with a sl st. (38 sts)
• Row 3: *Sl st in same st that you joined from Row 2, sc in next st, [hdc, dc, hdc] in next st, sc in next st, sl st in next st* — repeat between * twice. Sl st, sc, [hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc] in next st, sc, sl st in next st. Repeat between * 3 times. Do not join.

Stem

Sl st in next st, ch 10, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and each remaining ch back. Cut yarn, tie off, and weave in ends.

Display Ideas for Your Crochet Fall Leaves

One of the best things about this free crochet leaf pattern is how versatile the finished leaves are. Here are some of my favorite ways to display them:

• Fall garland — string the leaves on twine or fairy lights for an instant autumn mantel display
• Wreath accents — hot glue them onto a grapevine or foam wreath base
• Tiered tray scatter — pile a handful onto a tiered tray with mini pumpkins for layered fall styling
• Place card holders — write guest names on tags and tie to leaf stems for Thanksgiving table settings
• Gift toppers — attach a single leaf to wrapped fall gifts in place of a bow
• Napkin rings — wrap a leaf around a rolled napkin for instant Thanksgiving table charm
• Centerpiece accent — scatter leaves around the base of a candle arrangement or pumpkin display

Tips for Success

A few notes from making dozens of these crochet leaves: when working the leaf points on the maple, count your stitches carefully — it’s easy to lose track in a small round. The fold-and-sl-st technique creates the pointed leaf tips, so don’t skip it. For the oak leaf, take your time on Row 2 — the cluster stitches at each lobe shape the whole leaf. If your leaves are curling, give them a quick steam block for a flatter, more polished finish. Mix and match yarn colors for variety — a pile of leaves all in the same color looks less natural than a varied autumn mix.

More Free Fall Crochet Patterns You’ll Love

If you love this free crochet leaf pattern, here are more fall crochet projects to add to your queue:

• Free Crochet Pumpkin Pattern with Curly Vines — 6 pumpkin variations to crochet alongside your leaves
• Rustic Ribbed Crochet Pumpkins — fall farmhouse style with cinnamon stick stems
• Crochet Maple Leaf Bobble Stitch Pillow — a bigger maple leaf project for your couch
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Make a whole pile of fall leaves and tag @seeloveshare on Instagram — I love seeing what you create! 🍁