how to crochet a lavender bouquet (BEGINNER, updated tutorial)

Summary

In this video, the creator demonstrates how to crochet a lavender flower using purple and sage green acrylic yarn, a 3.75 mm crochet hook, crafting scissors, 18 gauge floral wire, hot glue, and wire cutters. The tutorial covers creating a slip knot, chaining, and stitching to form the lavender flower, emphasizing maintaining tension and using the top part of each stitch for a curling effect. The floral wire is wrapped with green yarn to mimic a stem, and the flower is secured to it with glue. Beginners are encouraged to watch a Crochet 101 video for foundational skills. The tutorial aims to provide clear, detailed instructions for creating a beautiful lavender flower.

Takeaways

• 🧶 For this project, you'll need purple and sage green weight three acrylic yarn, a 3.75 mm crochet hook, crafting scissors, 18 gauge floral wire, hot glue or tacky glue, and wire cutters.
• 📺 Beginners should check out the Crochet 101 beginners video for detailed stitch instructions.
• 🔗 Start by creating a slip knot with the purple yarn and chaining 48 chains.
• 🪡 Work in the third stitch from the hook using double crochets to create the top of the lavender flower.
• 🔄 The pattern involves slip stitching, chaining six, and slip stitching again to create petals.
• ✨ Maintain consistent tension while crocheting to ensure even stitches and the desired curling effect.
• 🌸 Continue the slip stitch and chain six pattern down the length of the chain to form the lavender petals.
• ✂️ After finishing the petals, cut the yarn and fasten off by pulling the hook away from the project.
• 🌿 Attach the lavender to an 18 gauge floral wire wrapped in sage green yarn, using hot glue or tacky glue.
• 🌼 Secure the lavender flower onto the stem section by section with glue, and trim any excess wire at the end.

Q & A

What materials are needed for the lavender crochet project?

You need purple weight 3 acrylic yarn, sage green acrylic weight 3 yarn, a 3.75 mm crochet hook, crafting scissors, 18 gauge floral wire, hot glue or tacky glue, and wire cutters.

What should a beginner do if they are new to crochet?

Beginners should check out the 'Crochet 101' beginners video to learn the specific stitches used in the project.

How do you start the crochet project?

Start by creating a slip knot with the purple weight 3 yarn, attach it to the hook, and chain 48 chains.

Why is it important to maintain tension while crocheting the chains?

Maintaining tension ensures that the stitches are uniform. Inconsistent tension can result in one jumbo stitch and one tiny stitch, affecting the overall appearance.

What is the purpose of working in the third stitch from the hook?

Working in the third stitch from the hook helps create the curling effect needed for the lavender flower. Only going into the top part of the stitch is essential for this effect.

What is the stitch pattern for creating the lavender flower petals?

The pattern involves making a slip stitch, chaining six, and then making another slip stitch in the same stitch. This pattern is repeated for each stitch along the chain.

How do you secure the lavender flower to the stem?

Use hot glue or tacky glue to attach the lavender flower to the floral wire. Wrap the flower around the wire, securing it with glue at intervals to ensure it stays in place.

What should you do if the floral wire is too long for your bouquet?

Use wire cutters to snip off any excess wire, ensuring everything is glued securely to prevent unraveling.

How do you finish off the crochet project after completing the flower?

Cut a short tail end of the yarn, pull the hook away from the project to fasten off, and tie a simple knot with the two loose tail ends. Secure with glue and snip any excess.

What should you do if you have questions or need help with the project?

Leave a comment below the video or message the creator on Instagram. You can also check the comments section where other viewers might help.