Crochet Rose Free Pattern
Creating beautiful crochet roses is a delightful way to bring a touch of handmade charm into any project. With this easy-to-follow crochet rose pattern, you’ll learn how to craft petals of varying sizes, assemble them into a rose, and even create a stem with leaves. This pattern uses US crochet terms, and it’s designed for anyone with basic crochet skills. Let’s dive into the process!
Abbreviations:
- Trc – Treble crochet
- sc – Single crochet
- dc – Double crochet
- V stitch – (dc, ch 2, dc) all worked into the specified stitch
Materials Needed:
- Hook: 3.00 mm
- Yarn: Double-knit yarn in Deep Red (for the rose) and Green (for the leaves and stem)
- Stitch marker
- Optional: Floral wire (for stem stability)
The Crochet Rose Pattern
Step 1: Choose your hook size and yarn You can adjust the size of the rose by selecting different yarns and hooks, but for this pattern, a 3.00 mm hook and double-knit yarn are recommended.
Step 2: Work in rounds Always work in rounds and use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds.
Creating the Petals
You will create a total of 12 petals:
- 3 small petals
- 3 medium petals
- 3 large petals
- 3 extra-large petals
Small Rose Petal (Make 3):
Round 1: Ch 2, work 6 sc into the first chain, slip stitch to join. (6)
Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around, slip stitch to join. (12)
Round 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (18)
Round 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 2 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (24)
Round 5: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 3 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (30)
Round 6: Ch 1, sc in the next 11 stitches, 2 sc in the next, sc in the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next, sc in the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next, sc in the last stitch, slip stitch to join. Ch 3, dc in the base of the chain stitch, and one more dc in the next stitch. Fasten off.
Medium Rose Petal (Make 3):
Round 1: Ch 2, work 6 sc into the first chain, slip stitch to join. (6)
Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around, slip stitch to join. (12)
Round 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (18)
Round 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 2 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (24)
Round 5: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 3 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (30)
Round 6: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 4 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (36)
Round 7: Ch 1, sc in the next 12 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, sc in the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, sc in the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, sc in the last stitch, slip stitch to join. Ch 3, dc in the base of the
Large Rose Petal (Make 3):
Round 1: Ch 2, work 6 sc into the first chain, slip stitch to join. (6)
Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around, slip stitch to join. (12)
Round 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (18)
Round 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 2 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (24)
Round 5: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 3 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (30)
Round 6: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 4 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (36)
Round 7: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 5 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (42)
Round 8: Ch 1, sc in the next 13 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, sc in the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, sc in the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, slip stitch to join. Ch 3, dc in the base of the chain stitch, and dc in the next stitch. Fasten off.
Extra-Large Rose Petal (Make 3):
Round 1: Ch 2, work 6 sc into the first chain, slip stitch to join. (6)
Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around, slip stitch to join. (12)
Round 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (18)
Round 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 2 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (24)
Round 5: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 3 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (30)
Round 6: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 4 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (36)
Round 7: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 5 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (42)
Round 8: Ch 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, 1 sc in the next 6 stitches, repeat around, slip stitch to join. (48)
Round 9: Ch 1, sc in the next 14 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, sc in the next 6 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, sc in the next 6 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, slip stitch to join. Ch 3, dc in the base of the chain stitch, and dc in the next stitch. Fasten off.
Crochet Rose with Long Stem and Leaves
For a more complete flower, add a stem and leaves to your rose.
Round 1: Ch 2, work 10 sc into the first chain. Do not pull too tightly, as you’ll use the ends to secure the leaves.
Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 sc in each stitch around, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 3 & 4: Continue working 2 rounds in sc.
Stem Leaf:
Ch 9. Working back along the chain, slip stitch to the 2nd chain from the hook, sc, hdc, and dc into the next chain.
Skip 1 stitch of the circle, and slip stitch to join the leaf back to the main ring.
Rose Leaf Pattern
Small Leaves: Ch 13, sc in the 2nd chain from the hook, hdc in the next, dc in the next 3 stitches, trc in the next, 2 trc in the following, dc in the next 2 stitches, hdc in the next, sc in the last stitch. Turn to crochet along the opposite side.
Opposite Side of Stitches: Into the first chain, work: chain 1, sc, hdc in the next, dc in the next 2 stitches, 2 trc in the next, trc in the next stitch, dc in the next 3 stitches, sc in the last, chain 1, slip stitch to join.
Assembly: Pull all yarn ends through the hole in the green piece to secure. Wrap green yarn or floral wire around the stem for added stability.
Enjoy crafting your crochet roses!