Learn how to crochet snowflake applique for beginners.
If you are looking to crochet something festive and cosy, a crochet snowflake appliqué is the perfect little project. These small crochet snowflakes work beautifully as Christmas tree ornaments, decorations for gifts, or as appliques on sweaters, scarves, and other handmade projects.
In this post, I will show you 7 different and simple crochet snowflake patterns that are super beginner-friendly and easy to whip up.
Abbreviations Used
I will be using these crochet abbreviations for this crochet tutorial.
| MR | Magic Ring |
| CH | Chain |
| SL ST | Slip Stitch |
| SC | Single Crochet |
| V | Single Crochet Increase |
| HDC | Half Double Crochet |
| DC | Double Crochet |
| TR | Triple Crochet |
Snowflake Pattern 1
A quick and easy start with a tiny snowflake design.
1: MR, 6 SC, SL ST
2: 6 [5 CH, go back 3 chains, SL ST, 2 (3 CH, go back 3 chains, SL ST), 2 CH, SL ST]
Snowflake Pattern 2
This one adds a little more texture while staying beginner-friendly.
1: MR, 8 [(2DC), 3 CH]
2: 8 [ SC, 3 CH, 3 (3 CH, go back 3 chains, SL ST), SL ST, 3 CH], SL ST
Snowflake Pattern 3
Here’s a fuller snowflake that builds over a few rounds.
1: MR, 5 CH, DC, 2 CH, DC, 2 CH, DC, 2 CH, DC, 2 CH, DC, 2 CH, SL ST on the 3rd chain
2: 3 CH, 3 DC, 5 (2 CH, 4 DC), 2 CH, SL ST
3: 6 [2 SL ST, (SL ST, 3 CH, SL ST, 5 CH, SL ST, 7 CH, SL ST, 5 CH, SL ST, 3 CH, SL ST), SL ST]
Snowflake Pattern 4
This design creates a light and lacy snowflake.
1: MR, 6 SC, SL ST
2: 4 CH, 5 (DC, CH, DC, CH), DC, CH, SL ST
3: 6 (SC, 5 CH, SC, 4 CH), SL ST
4: SL ST, 6 [(inside big hole) SC, 2 CH, (inside small hole) DC, DC, 4 CH, go back 4 chains, SL ST, TR, 5 CH, go back 5 chains, SL ST, TR, 4 CH, go back 4 chains, SL ST, DC, DC, 2 CH], SL ST
Snowflake Pattern 5
A slightly larger option that looks beautiful as a decoration.
1: MR, 6 SC, SL ST
2: 6 (SC, 3 CH), SL ST
3: 3 CH, DC, 2 CH, DC, DC, 5 (DC, DC, 2 CH, DC, DC), SL ST
4: CH, 6 (4 SC, 7 CH, go back 6 chains, SL ST, 5 CH, go back 4 chains, SL ST, 6 CH, go back 6 chains, SL ST, 4 CH, go back 4 chains, SL ST, 6 CH, go back 6 chains, SL ST, SL ST, 4 SC, 4 CH, go back 4 chains, SL ST), SL ST
Snowflake Pattern 6
A simple and quick style, perfect for last-minute makes.
1: MR, 11 HDC, SL ST
2: 6 [ SL ST, 5 CH, go back 2 chains, 2 sl st, 3 CH, go back 2 chains, 2 SL ST, 3 CH, go back 2 chains, 2 SL ST, 2 SL ST), SL ST]
Snowflake Pattern 7
This one combines detail and structure for a star-like finish.
1: MR, 6 SC, SL ST
2: CH, 5 V, SC, SL ST
3: 6 [( SC, 8 CH, go back 4 chains, SL ST, 7 CH, go back 7 chains, SL ST, 4 CH, go back 4 chains, SL ST, 3 SC, CH, SC), (SL ST, 6 CH, go back 6 chains, SL ST)]
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These 7 ways to crochet snowflake applique give you plenty of options to decorate your Christmas tree, gifts, or crochet projects with a handmade winter touch. Whether you are after a simple crochet snowflake pattern or something a bit more detailed, these designs will keep your hooks busy and your holiday spirit glowing.
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