Let's play with yarn and a crochet hook to bring a burst of cheer into the room! Picture this: you're winding and twirling, and whoosh out pops an adorable Crochet I-cord Flower! These little gems are pure fun to make and even more delightful to share.
Crochet I-cord Flower
Materials Needed:
- Yarn in two colors
- A crochet hook of 2.5 mm
- A paper clip
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Step-by-Step Pattern:
Making the I-Cord
Prepare the Yarn:
- Double your yarn to the desired length, approximately 105 cm.
- Create a slip knot in the middle of the doubled yarn.
Start Crocheting the I-Cord:
- Perform the following steps to create a double chain I cord:
- Yarn over and pull through both loops.
- Repeat the yarn over and pulling through.
- Continue making the I cord until it reaches the full length of your yarn, about 29 cm.
Finish the I-Cord:
- Pull one end through the loop and tie a knot to secure and cut the yarn.
Creating the Flower
Prepare for Flower Creation:
- Use the yarn needle and the I cord you made.
Forming Petals:
- Insert the needle through the I cord, forming five petals for the flower.
- Join both ends of the I cord to complete the flower structure.
Second Smaller Flower:
- Create another I cord, this time about 25 cm long.
- Follow the same method as above to form a second, slightly smaller flower.
Making the Center Circles
Crochet the Circles:
- Begin with a slip knot, then chain 3.
- Join into a ring with a slip stitch.
- Chain 1 (this counts as a single crochet).
- Make 16 single crochets into the ring.
- Finish the round and cut the yarn.
Attach the Circles:
- Use a yarn needle to sew the circles onto the top center of the prepared flowers with simple stitches.
Covering the Pen
Start Covering the Pen:
- Attach the yarn to the top of the pen.
- Wrap the yarn around the pen in knots from the top to the bottom to fully cover it.
Securing the Yarn:
- Tie a knot at the bottom after fully covering the pen and then cut off any excess yarn.
Attaching the Flower
Sewing the Flower:
- Use the yarn needle to sew the flower onto the top of the covered pen.
Completion
Finish the Project:
- Repeat the process for the second flower if desired.
- Ensure both flowers are securely attached.
Final Look:
- Review the pen to ensure all parts are secure and neatly done.
- Your patterned and flower-topped pen is now ready, making it perfect for a gift or personal use!
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