February 17th, 2018
Puff Stitch Crochet Flower — Free Pattern with Photo Tutorial
The puff stitch crochet flower is one of the most rewarding small projects in any crocheter’s toolkit — a 6-petal beauty that works up in under an hour and finishes at about 2 inches across. Use these little flowers as appliques on blankets, pillows, headbands, hair clips, gift toppers, bag accents, or as standalone decor for a spring throw or table runner.
This free step-by-step photo tutorial walks you through every single step — from the foundation chain loop through the color change, petal formation, and finishing slip stitch. Once you’ve made one, you’ll want to make a whole bouquet.
Why You’ll Love This Puff Stitch Flower
This little flower is endlessly useful:
✔ Works up in under an hour — perfect quick project
✔ Six gorgeous puff stitch petals create dimensional texture
✔ Beginner-friendly with photo step-by-step tutorial
✔ Use as appliques on blankets, pillows, bags, hats, headbands
✔ Gorgeous gift topper or hair clip accent
✔ Stash-busting — uses small amounts of two coordinating colors
✔ Endless color combinations for any season
✔ Looks beautifully sophisticated even as a beginner project
Pattern Details
Skill Level
Beginner-friendly. Requires chain, single crochet, slip stitch, and yarn-over loops. The photo tutorial walks you through every step.
Finished Size
Approximately 2 inches in diameter — perfect for appliques and small decor accents.
Notes
This pattern creates a 6-petal flower. Each petal is worked over 2 stitches in the established 12-chain loop.
Materials You’ll Need
- Worsted weight yarn in 2 coordinating colors — I love Bernat Softee Cotton for these flowers because the cotton blend gives lovely stitch definition and the colors are soft and modern
- G (4.0mm) crochet hook from this complete hook set
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends and attaching the flower to projects
- Scissors
Any worsted weight yarn works here, but cotton or cotton-blend yarn gives the cleanest puff stitch definition. Lion Brand Wool-Ease also works beautifully for a softer, more drapey flower.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch — chain
- sc — single crochet
- sl st — slip stitch
- yo — yarn over
- st(s) — stitch(es)
The Puff Stitch Crochet Flower Pattern
Foundation
With Color A, ch 4. Sl st to first ch to form a loop.
Round 1 — Build the Base
Ch 1, work 12 sc into the loop. You should now have a tight ring of 12 sc stitches forming your foundation.
Change Color & Begin Petals
Switch to Color B. Sl st into first ch, then ch 3.
Form the First Petal
In the same stitch: Yarn over, insert hook into the same stitch, yarn over and pull up a long loop (as tall as your beginning ch 3). *Yarn over, insert hook into the same stitch, yarn over and pull up another long loop.* Repeat from * 2 more times in the same stitch.
In the next stitch: Yarn over, insert hook into the next stitch, yarn over and pull up a long loop. (Yarn over, insert hook into the same stitch, yarn over and pull up a long loop) 2 times.
Close the petal: Yarn over and pull through ALL loops on your hook. Petal formed!
Ch 2, sl st into the next stitch to anchor the petal in place.
Repeat for Remaining Petals
Repeat the petal sequence (ch 3, build loops in same stitch + next stitch, yarn over and pull through, ch 2, sl st) four more times. You should now have 5 completed petals.
Form the Sixth (Final) Petal
Ch 3. Yarn over, insert hook into the next stitch, yarn over and pull up a long loop. (Yarn over, insert hook into the same stitch, yarn over and pull up a long loop) 2 times.
Yarn over, insert hook into the next stitch, yarn over and pull up a long loop. (Yarn over, insert hook into the same stitch, yarn over and pull up a long loop) 2 times.
Yarn over and pull through all loops on the hook. Ch 2 and sl st into the same starting stitch to close the flower.
Finish
Sl st into the original loop to finish. Fasten off and weave in all ends.
Flip the flower over and voila! Your finished puff stitch flower with 6 dimensional petals is ready.
Project Ideas for Your Puff Stitch Flowers
- Spring throw or afghan — make 30-50 flowers in coordinating spring colors and sew them in rows for a stunning floral throw
- Table runner — stitch flowers along a foundation chain for a beautiful seasonal centerpiece
- Headbands and hair clips — attach a single flower to a felt-backed hair clip or stretchy headband
- Gift toppers — tie a single flower onto wrapped gifts for an elevated handmade touch
- Bag and tote accents — sew flowers to the front of a market bag or tote
- Pillow appliques — sew a single large flower to the center of a solid-color pillow cover
- Bouquets — attach flowers to floral wire for a forever bouquet
- Baby blanket accents — scatter pastel flowers across a baby blanket for a sweet handmade touch
Tips for the Best Puff Stitch Flowers
- Pull loops to a consistent height: the puff stitch only looks clean if all 6 yarn-over loops are pulled to the same height. Use your ch-3 as your visual guide.
- Keep tension relaxed: puff stitches are easier to close when your loops aren’t tight.
- Pull through firmly to close: when you yarn over and pull through all loops, pull with confidence — this gives the puff a defined shape.
- Try a pop-of-color center: the color change between Color A (base ring) and Color B (petals) creates a sweet contrast.
- Weave ends carefully: small flowers can come apart if ends aren’t secured. Weave each tail in two directions for security.
- Block lightly if needed: a quick steam can crisp up the petals if they look limp.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this puff stitch flower take to make? Each flower takes about 30-45 minutes once you’ve made one. Great for batch-making while watching a show.
Is this beginner-friendly? Yes — if you can chain, single crochet, and slip stitch, the photo tutorial walks you through everything else. The puff stitch is just yarn-overs pulled through together.
What yarn weight works best? Worsted weight (#4 medium) gives the prettiest results. Cotton or cotton-blend yarn shows the puff stitch definition best.
Can I make these in different colors? Absolutely. Try matching the base ring (Color A) and petals (Color B) for a tonal flower, or contrast them for pop. Pastels are gorgeous in spring; jewel tones look beautiful in fall.
How do I attach these to a project? Use your yarn needle to whip-stitch the back of the flower to a blanket, pillow, hat, or bag. For hair clips, glue a felt circle to the back, then glue the felt to the clip.
Can I make a larger version? Yes — increase the foundation chain count and adjust the petal count proportionally. Try ch 5, sl st to form a loop, 18 sc in the loop, and 9 petals worked over 2 stitches each.
Can I sell finished flowers? Yes — small batch sales are allowed for personal income. Please credit SeeLoveShare as the designer.
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Save This Puff Stitch Crochet Flower Pattern
Want to come back to this puff stitch crochet flower pattern later? Save it to Pinterest so you can find it when you’re ready to start your next applique project — and share it with your crocheting friends!