DIY Crochet Flower Hair Tie Pattern – Easy Floral Accessory-Welcome to our latest masterclass! Today we are learning how to create this beautiful piece.
Materials Needed
- Worsted weight yarn in pink (for petals)
- Worsted weight yarn in yellow (for flower center)
- Crochet hook (e.g., 4.0mm or G-6, suitable for your yarn choice)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Plain hair elastic/tie
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1
Create the Flower Center: Start with the yellow yarn. Make a magic ring (or chain 4 and join with a slip stitch to form a ring). Chain 1, then work 8-10 single crochet (SC) stitches into the ring. Join with a slip stitch to the first SC. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Step 2
Begin the Petals: Join the pink yarn into any single crochet stitch on the edge of the yellow center. Chain 2 (counts as first half double crochet). Work 3 half double crochet (HDC) stitches into the same stitch. This forms the first side of a petal.
Step 3
Form Each Petal: Chain 2, then slip stitch into the next single crochet stitch of the yellow center. This completes one petal. Repeat this process around the entire yellow center: (Chain 2, 3 HDC in the next SC, Chain 2, Slip Stitch in the next SC).
Step 4
Complete All Petals and Finish Flower: Continue making petals until you have gone all the way around the yellow center. You should have 5 to 6 petals depending on the initial number of SC stitches. Join with a slip stitch to the very first petal base. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Step 5
Attach Flower to Hair Tie: Take your plain hair elastic. Using the long pink yarn tail and a yarn needle, securely sew the crochet flower onto the hair elastic. Make sure to stitch through several parts of the flower and the elastic to ensure it’s firmly attached and won’t come loose during use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of yarn is best for this project?
A: Cotton or acrylic worsted weight yarn is generally recommended for crochet hair accessories. They are durable, easy to work with, and hold their shape well. Cotton offers a crisp look, while acrylic is often softer and more economical.
Q: Can I make the flower bigger or smaller?
A: Yes! To make the flower larger, use a thicker yarn and a larger crochet hook, and/or increase the number of stitches in your center and petals. For a smaller flower, use thinner yarn, a smaller hook, and reduce the initial stitches and petal bulk.
Q: How can I secure the flower to different hair accessories?
A: While this pattern attaches to a hair tie, you can easily adapt it. Simply sew the finished flower onto a plain metal hair clip, a bobby pin, or even a headband using a strong needle and thread or yarn, ensuring it’s firmly secured for desired wear.
