Free Crochet Rosebud Pattern

Illustrated directions for tiny crocheted rosebuds

© 1994, 2009 by Judi Maddigan

The small crocheted rosebud is at the top.

This page has directions for the smallest rosebud at the top of the photo above. A dime was included to show the scale. See the second page of this article for the larger free crochet roses pattern. The third page has the free crochet leaves patterns.

Materials for Small Rosebud

Two steel crochet hooks: Boye Size 4 and Size 9 (2.00mm and 1.40mm).
Tapestry or candlewicking needle.
Crochet cotton thread size 10, 4 ply. J&P Coats Knit-Cro-Sheen, Article 64, in color 15 (Shades of Pinks) was used for the sample below.

Directions for Small Rosebud

These directions are written without abbreviations to make them easier to follow with the photos. The sample is worked in variegated pink crochet cotton. The effect is different, depending on whether you start with a lighter or a darker section of the thread.

	1. With size 4 hook, chain 8. Switch to size 9 hook and chain 2 more for a total of 10 chains. Continuing with size 9 hook, work 3 double crochets in the third chain from the hook. Work all stitches under two threads of the chain (see photo).
	2. Chain 1, slip stitch in the next chain, chain 1 (see photo). Make 3 double crochets in the next chain.
	3. Repeat Step 2 twice more for a total of four petals. Slip stitch in the final chain and end off, leaving a 10" tail for stitching.

	4. Thread the tail end on a tapestry needle. With the right side facing in, roll the petals into a flower shape. Working from the back side, stitch through the bottom of the rosebud to secure, catching the center. Weave in the ends.
	This photo shows the difference in starting with either a lighter or a darker section of variegated thread. Check the bottom of the third page for directions for small crocheted leaves. Page two has the larger crocheted roses pattern.

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