Welcome! Today we’re making a lovely Crochet Kanzashi Flower, a small, cheerful bloom that brings a touch of handmade elegance to almost anything.
This flower has five rounded petals that curve softly around a bright center, finished with a pearl-look bead and a metallic rhinestone-style ring. The petals give it a gentle, dimensional shape that looks much more detailed than it is to make.
I love how versatile it is. Pin it to a hair clip, a headband, a bag strap, or a winter hat, and it instantly looks finished. It is a wonderful project for a weekend, a stash-buster, or a small gift for a friend.
The full step-by-step tutorial is in the video, and this page is here to help you prepare, understand the construction, and crochet with confidence.
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Skill Level
Beginner to Easy. The flower uses basic stitches worked in small rounds, so it is a friendly first project, with the petal shaping being the only part that asks for a little patience.
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Materials
- Yarn: a light worsted or DK weight acrylic yarn works beautifully. It gives the petals enough body to hold their shape without feeling stiff.
- Hook: a 3.5 mm to 4 mm hook is typical for this yarn weight, which keeps the stitches neat and the petals firm.
- Scissors and a yarn or tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
- Center embellishment: a flat-back pearl or rhinestone button, or a small bead, to finish the middle of the flower.
- Strong craft glue or a sewing needle and thread, depending on how you plan to attach the flower to your project.
Stitches and Abbreviations
- sc: single crochet. Insert the hook, yarn over, pull up a loop, then yarn over and pull through both loops on the hook.
- dc: double crochet. Yarn over, insert the hook, pull up a loop, then work off two loops twice.
- ch: chain. A series of loops that forms the base or spacing for your stitches.
- sl st: slip stitch. Insert the hook, yarn over, and pull through both the stitch and the loop on the hook, used to join rounds and move across the work.
Pattern Notes
- This page uses US crochet terms, so check your abbreviations before you start.
- Petal shaping comes from working several stitches into the same space, so keep your tension even for a neat curve.
- Your flower will look a little uneven before you finish it, which is normal and will smooth out once you add the center and shape the petals.
- Switching to a smaller hook makes a tighter, sturdier flower, while a larger hook gives a softer, more relaxed bloom.
How It’s Made
- Start with a small magic ring or chain base at the center of the flower.
- Work the first round of stitches to create the inner circle that holds the petals together.
- Add the petal section by working clusters of stitches into the spaces, creating five rounded shapes.
- Shape each petal so it curves outward and stays separated from its neighbors.
- Finish the outer edge with a slip stitch to close the round and give the flower a clean line.
- Attach the center embellishment securely on the back so it sits neatly in the middle.
- Weave in all loose ends for a tidy finish.
For the exact rounds and stitch placement, follow along with the video tutorial, which walks you through each step.
Assembly and Finishing Tips
Weave in your ends on the back of the flower, going through several stitches in a zigzag so they stay put when you wash the piece.
Gently pinch and shape each petal with your fingers, and steam lightly if your yarn allows, to help the petals hold their curve.
If you plan to attach the flower to a hair clip or headband, glue a small pad of felt or a flat metal pin backing to the back before stitching it in place.
Sew the center button on tightly with a few firm passes through the flower, so it will not loosen with wear.
Make It Yours
- Try a two-color combination, such as a soft pink flower with a golden center, for a classic look.
- Make a set of flowers in mixed sizes by changing hook and yarn weight to create a bouquet for a hair accessory or brooch cluster.
- Swap the rhinestone center for a wooden or fabric button to suit a rustic or boho style.
- Turn your flowers into a gift by pinning them to a headband, a hair tie, or a set of gift tags for a friend.
Happy crocheting, and I would love to see your finished Crochet Kanzashi Flower, so share your creation with us!
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Tutorial and photos of this kanzashi flower by: naztazia.
