Crochet Rose: Free Pattern with Step-by-Step Instructions

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Looking for a stunning crochet rose pattern that’s perfect for your Valentine, bouquets, or home décor? This detailed tutorial will guide you through creating realistic crochet roses with petals, calyx, and leaves. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced crocheter, this pattern is straightforward and produces beautiful results, so Grab your hook and let’s get started.

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Materials Needed

Yarn in your choice of color (rose petals)
Green yarn (for calyx and leaves)
Crochet hook (size appropriate for your yarn)
Floral wire (for leaf structure)
Yarn needle
Scissors

Abbreviations Used

MR = Magic Ring
sc = single crochet
inc = increase (2 sc in one stitch)
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
tr = treble crochet
dtr = double treble crochet
ch = chain
slst = slip stitch
st = stitch
FO = fasten off

Rose Petals (Make 7)

Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6 stitches)

Round 2: inc x 6 (12 stitches)

Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6 (18 stitches)

Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24 stitches)

Round 5: sc, inc, (3 sc, inc) x 5, 2 sc (30 stitches)

Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36 stitches)

Round 7: 9 sc, [(sc, ch 2, sc), 2 sc] x 7, 6 sc

Note: Round 7 creates the decorative petal edge.

Green Calyx (Flower Base)

Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6 stitches)

Round 2: inc around (12 stitches)

Round 3: (sc, inc) around (18 stitches)

Round 4: 18 sc, slst

Sepals: Ch 13, skip first chain, slst, 2 sc, 2 hdc, 3 dc, 4 tr in remaining chains. Skip 2 stitches on the base, slst in 3rd stitch. Repeat 5 more times to create multiple sepals around the calyx.

Leaves (Make 2)

Foundation: Ch 12, insert wire for structure

First Side: sc, dc, tr, 2 dtr, dtr inc, dtr, tr, dc, hdc, 3 sc in the last chain

Second Side (working along opposite side of chain): hdc, dc, tr, dtr, dtr inc, 2 dtr, tr, dc, sc, slst

Finish: FO and cut yarn, leaving a tail for assembly

Assembly Instructions

For detailed assembly guidance, please refer to the video tutorial. The general process involves:

Arranging all 7 petals in a rose formation
Securing the calyx to the base of the flower
Attaching the two wired leaves to the stem
Weaving in all ends securely

Full video tutorial

Tips for Success

Use a smaller hook than recommended for your yarn to create tighter, more structured petals
Wire in the leaves adds realistic shape and allows you to pose them naturally
Starch or stiffen your finished rose for longer-lasting shape
Experiment with variegated yarns for multi-toned petals