Easy Breezy Snowflake: Crochet Your Way to Winter Wonderland!
Welcome, fellow crochet lovers! If you’re eager to sprinkle some magic into your winter decor, check out the Easy Breezy Snowflake pattern. It’s straightforward and a breeze to follow, letting you whip up charming snowflakes in no time. And guess what? This awesome pattern won’t cost you a dime! So dig out those leftover yarns from your stash and let’s get started. In just four rounds, you’ll be surprised at how easily you can craft beautiful snowflakes that are perfect for decorating your space or sharing with friends.
The Easy Breezy Snowflake pattern also offers alternative instructions if you wish to switch up your colors mid-pattern to create a truly unique design.
Now, let’s talk about colors! Why not embrace the season with classic snowy whites and icy blues? Or, if you’re feeling festive, consider vibrant reds and greens for a holiday flair. You could even opt for pastels for a whimsical touch or metallics to add some sparkle. The choice is all yours!
When it comes to yarn choices, cotton thread is a delightful option, crafting snowflakes that are both delicate and crisp. But don’t let that limit your creativity – explore different yarn types! The size of your snowflake will dance along with the yarn weight and hook size you choose. Mine turned out to be about 10 cm (or almost 4 inches), using a 2 mm hook and cotton thread size 10 – absolutely perfect for hanging or adding a touch of charm to any decor!
So, what will you do with your gorgeous snowflakes? Use them as festive ornaments, embellishments on gift wraps, or charming coasters for your hot cocoa mugs. You can even string them together to create a lovely garland that dances in the winter breeze!
Let your creativity flow and celebrate this cozy season with the Easy Breezy Snowflake pattern – the perfect quick project to warm your heart! Happy crocheting!
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Instructions
Make a magic ring.
- Round 1:Ch 1, 12 sc in the ring, pull the yarn tail to tighten the ring as much as needed, join with sl st in beg sc. (12 sc)
- Round 2:Ch 1, sc in same stitch, (ch 9, sc in next sc) 11 times, ch 4 and join with dtr in beg sc to create last ch-9 sp of the round. (12 sc, 12 ch-9 spaces)
- Round 3:Ch 1, sc in same sp, * ch 2, in next ch-9 sp work (2 dc, ch 5, 2 dc), ch 2, sc in next ch-9 sp; repeat from * around omitting the very last sc, join with sl st in beg sc. (6 sc, 24 dc, 12 ch-2 spaces, 6 ch-5 spaces)
- Round 4:Ch 1, sc in same sc, * ch 3, in next ch-5 sp work (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, tr, ch 6, tr, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc), ch 3, sc in next sc; repeat from * around omitting the very last sc, join with sl st in beg sc. (6 sc, 36 dc, 12 tr, 6 ch-6 spaces, 12 ch-3 spaces, 36 ch-1 spaces)
Fasten off your work and carefully weave in all loose ends.
If you want to switch things up and change colors after Round 2, or if you’re not feeling the dtr stitch and want to skip it altogether, here’s what you can do. Just follow these simple alternative instructions to keep your project looking fresh and fun!
Make a magic ring.
- Round 1:Ch 1, 12 sc in the ring, pull the yarn tail to tighten the ring as much as needed, join with sl st in beg sc. (12 sc)
- Round 2:Ch 1, sc in same stitch, (ch 9, sc in next sc) 11 times, ch 9, join with sl st in beg sc. Fasten off. (12 sc, 12 ch-9 spaces)
- Round 3:Join new color with sl st in any ch-9 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, * ch 2, in next ch-9 sp work (2 dc, ch 5, 2 dc), ch 2, sc in next ch-9 sp; repeat from * around omitting the very last sc, join with sl st in beg sc. (6 sc, 24 dc, 12 ch-2 spaces, 6 ch-5 spaces)
- Round 4:Ch 1, sc in same sc, * ch 3, in next ch-5 sp work (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, tr, ch 6, tr, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc), ch 3, sc in next sc; repeat from * around omitting the very last sc, join with sl st in beg sc. (6 sc, 36 dc, 12 tr, 6 ch-6 spaces, 12 ch-3 spaces, 36 ch-1 spaces)
Fasten off your work and carefully weave in all loose ends.
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet |
| dc | double crochet |
| tr | treble crochet |
| dtr |
double treble crochet |
| sp | space |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| beg | beginning |
| * | work instructions following * as many times as indicated |
| ( ) | work instructions the number of times specified or work instructions in the stitch or space indicated or contains explanatory remarks |
Don’t forget, a print-ready, ad-free PDF version of this pattern is available for purchase. You can download and print it out. The PDF file contains clear, easy-to-read instructions, complete with active web links that provide useful information about various crochet stitches
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