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Rows 2–3: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in next st and in eachst across, dc in top of tch, turn. Fasten off.Weave in loose ends.BaseFor choker: With same color used to make strap, joinyarn with sl st to 80th dc from one end.Row 1: Ch 3, dc in each of next 7 sts, turn—8 dc.Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc), sk first dc, dc in each stacross, dc in top of tch, turn. Work in dc for 6 rows total.Fasten off. Weave in ends. For brooch: With D, ch 14.Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across,turn—12 dc.Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc), sk first dc, dc in each stacross, dc in top of tch, turn. Work in dc for 11 rows total.Fasten off. Weave in ends.FlowersLarge rose: With A, ch 31.Rnd 1: Dc in 5th ch from hook, *ch 2, sk next ch, (2 dc,ch 2, 2 dc) in next ch; rep from * across, turn.Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), 6 dc in first ch-2 sp, sl st innext ch-2 sp, *7 dc in next ch-2 sp, sl st in next ch-2 sp;rep from * to tch, 7 dc in beg ch-4 sp—14 petals total.Rnd 3: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc first st, *2 dc in each dcacross petal, sl st in next sl st; rep from * across, 2 dc intop of tch, turn—196 dc.Rnd 4: Rep Row 3—392 dc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.Thread tail on tapestry needle and, beg at center,roll first petal around to form center bud, cont totwist petals around center until desired shape of roseis created; st tail in and out of rose center to secureshape. If desired, sew a large pearl bead to center ofrose. Ruffled open flower: With B, make a slipknot,leaving a 6" tail. Wrap tail 2 times around first fingerof nonworking hand to form ring.Rnd 1: 20 sc into ring, pull tail to tighten sts around intoa circle, sl st to first sc to join—20 sc.Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same st, 2 dc in each staround, sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3 to join—40 dc.Rnd 3: Rep Row 2—80 dc.Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 3, sc in next st; rep from *around, ch 3, sl st in first sc to join. Fasten off.If desired, sew small pearl bead to center of flower.Corsage in Bloom Rosette: With C, ch 6, sl st in first ch to form ring.Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc into ring, (ch 4, sc into ring) 5 times, ch 4,sl st in first sc to join—6 ch-4 lps.Rnd 2: Working behind lps just made, sc into ringbetween next 2 sc from previous rnd, [ch 5, sc intoring between next 2 sc] 5 times, ch 5, sl st in first sc tojoin—6 ch-5 lps.Rnd 3: Sc in next front ch-4 lp, ch 3 (counts as dc), (5 dc,sc) in same ch-4 lp, *(sc, 6 dc, sc) in next ch-4 lp; repfrom * 4 more times, sl st in first sc to join—6 petalstotal.Rnd 4: Ch 1, for each petal work 1 sc in each sc and 2dc in each dc around, sl st in first sc to join—84 sts.Fasten off.Rnd 5: Make a slipknot, join thread in any ch-5 lp with sc,(9 dc, sc) in same ch-5 lp, *(sc, 9 dc, sc) in next ch-5 lp;rep from* 4 more times, sl st in first sc to join—6 backpetals.Rnd 6: Rep Rnd 4—120 sts. Fasten off.Lily of the valley (make 2): With D, make a slipknot with along tail, wrap tail around first finger of nonworking hand2 times to form ring.Rnd 1: 10 sc into ring, pull tail to tighten circle, sl st in firstsc to join—10 sc.Rnd 2: Ch1, sc in each st around, sl st in first sc to join.Rnd 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around, sl st in first sc tojoin—20 sc.Rnds 4–6: Rep Rnd 2.Rnd 7: Ch 1, *sc in next st, sk next st; rep from * around,sl st in first sc to join—10 sc.Rnd 8: Ch 1, sc in next st, *ch 3, sc in next sc; rep from *around, ending ch 3, sl st in first sc to join. Fasten off.FinishingArrange flowers as desired and sew to base using crochetthread and tapestry needle. If making a brooch, sew thepin back to the top of the base. Weave in loose ends. CHRISTINA POTTER learned to crochet from hergrandmother when she was ten years old and hasbeen working on improving her skills ever since. Sheteaches crochet and knitting classes from time totime at a local yarn shop near her home in St. Louis,Missouri.LEARN HOW TO CROCHET FLOWERS WITH 9 FREE CROCHET FLOWER PATTERNSF W Media, Inc. All rights reserved F W Media grants permission for any or all pages in this issue to be copied for personal use. www.crochetme.com 6

Primary Hatdesign by Toni Rexroat and Susan Hazel RichThis simple hat is the perfect canvas onwhich to attach elegant flowers. Inspiredby a fabric flower design, this easy and eyecatching bloom can easily be modified insize by working more petal rows.Finished Size: 151 2 (18, 20, 22)" head circumfer-ence to fit baby (child, woman, man). Hat shownmeasures 151 2".Yarn: Debbie Macomber Blossom Street CollectionRosebud (100% superwash extrafine merino; 137yd [125 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #504 petunia (darkpurple; MC) and #503 lilac (light purple; CC), 1 balleach. Yarn distributed by Universal Yarn.Hook: Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessaryto obtain correct gauge.Notions: Yarn needle.Gauge: 19 sc and 21 rows 4" in sc.Skill Level: Easy.Toni RexroatCrown:Primary Hat With MC, make adjustable lp.Rnd 1: Work 8 sc in adjustable lp, place marker(pm) in first sc to mark beg of rnd.Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each sc around—16 sc.Rnd 3: Work 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc, *2 sc innext sc, sc in next sc; rep from * around—24 sc.LEARN HOW TO CROCHET FLOWERS WITH 9 FREE CROCHET FLOWER PATTERNSF W Media, Inc. All rights reserved F W Media grants permission for any or all pages in this issue to be copied for personal use. www.crochetme.com 7

FlowerRnd 4: Work 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 2 sc, *2 sc in next sc,sc in next 2 sc; rep from * around—32 sc.Rnd 5: Work 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 3 sc, *2 sc in next sc,sc in next 3 sc; rep from * around—40 sc.Rnd 6: Work 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 4 sc, *2 sc in next sc,sc in next 4 sc; rep from * around—48 sc.Rnd 7: Work 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 5 sc, *2 sc in next sc,sc in next 5 sc; rep from * around—56 sc.Cont in the est pattern, working 1 more sc between inc of2 sc in same sc, until diameter of crown is 43 4 (6, 61 2, 7)".Next rnd: Sc in each sc around. Rep last rnd until lengthof hat is 6 (8, 81 2, 9)". Sl st in next sc. Fasten off and weavein loose ends.Petal (make 4)With CC, ch 4, sl st in first sc to join.Rnd 1: Ch 1, work 8 sc in ring, place marker (pm) in firstsc to mark beg of rnd.Rnds 2–7: Rep Rnds 2–7 of hat.Sl st in next sc. Fasten off and weave in loose ends.Assemble flower: Fold each petal in half 2 times. Placeall 4 triangles with long edges together and stitchpointed ends together. Attach flower to hat usingphoto as a guide. TONI REXROAT is the editor for Crochet Me. The designfor the flower was concieved by Susan Hazel Rich, theformer magazine designer for Interweave Crochet.INTERWEAVEInterweave CrochetIS AM U S T - H AV E F O R T H O S E W H OL OV E TO C RO C H E T !Every issue includes scrumptious yarns, the latestresources, detailed how-tos, new techniques andexclusive contemporary crochet patterns. You’ll findlots of exciting new designs you can wear, use in yourhome, or give as gifts. Or, maybe you’ll find so manyexciting crochet projects, you won’t know where to start!interweavecrochet.comPrimary Hat LEARN HOW TO CROCHET FLOWERS WITH 9 FREE CROCHET FLOWER PATTERNSF W Media, Inc. All rights reserved F W Media grants permission for any or all pages in this issue to be copied for personal use. www.crochetme.com 8

fast & fabulousPonytailPosiesBrenda K. B. AndersonPHOTO BY MATT SCHODORFGather your tresses witha tiny posy! A small crocheted motif decoratesa button covered in acontrasting fabric. Use thetype of buttons that havesmall hooks on the backside; they do not requireany tools to fasten.NOTIONS 1½" half ball cover buttons(must be the kind that requires no toolsand has hooks in the back to catchfabric); small piece of thin fabric to coverbutton; yarn needle; one hair elastic incoordinating color.GAUGE Motif should measure about 2"diameter.Getting StartedPatternFINISHED SIZE About 1½" diameter.YARN Nazli Gelin Garden 10 thread(100% Egyptian giza mercerized cotton;):308 yd [282 m]/1¾ oz [50 g];#700-43 robin egg or #701-35 lime multi;one ball makes many. Thread distributedby Universal Yarn.HOOK Size 7 (1.65 mm) steel hook. Adjusthook size if necessary to obtain correctgauge.Fast and Fabulous Ponytail Posies NotesMotif is crocheted, then fastened to coverbutton while snapping back of button inplace. Back will secure fabric covering andmotif. Use a very thin fabric to cover buttonso that hooks can also attach to motif.MOTIFCh 7, sl st in first ch to form ring.Rnd 1: Ch 1, 16 sc in ring, sl st in first sc tojoin—16 sts.Rnd 2: Ch 5 (counts as hdc and ch 3), [sknext st, hdc in next st, ch 3] 7 times, sl st in2nd ch of beg ch-5 to join—8 lps.Rnd 3: Ch 1, [sc, hdc, dc, tr, ch 6, sl st in6th ch from hook, tr, dc, hdc, sc] in each lparound, sl st in first sc to join. Fasten off.FINISHINGUsing the pattern on the back of coverbutton package, cut a circle of fabric tospecified size. Stretch it tightly over top ofbutton (as directed) and press into hookson back of button. Place motif on top ofbutton and hook each one of the ch lpsover a hook on back of the button. Thereshould be 4 hooks bet each of the 8 lps.You may find it helpful to use your crochethook to stretch the lps over the hooks.When you are satisfied with the placementof the lps, snap the back of the button inplace, securing the fabric and motif to thebutton at the same time. Weave in ends.Thread a waste piece of thread throughthe center of the hair elastic. Threadboth ends of crochet thread through theshank on the back of the button and pulluntil hair elastic is centered through thebutton shank, forming a lp on both sidesof button shank. Remove thread from hairelastic. Thread one lp end of hair elastic onone side of button shank through other lpend of hair elastic on other side of buttonshank, and pull through to attach hairelastic to button shank.LEARN HOW TO CROCHET FLOWERS WITH 9 FREE CROCHET FLOWER PATTERNSF W Media, Inc. All rights reserved F W Media grants permission for any or all pages in this issue to be copied for personal use. www.crochetme.com 9

PHOTOS BY JOE COCAHialeah Bag LEARN HOW TO CROCHET FLOWERS WITH 9 FREE CROCHET FLOWER PATTERNSF W Media, Inc. All rights reserved F W Media grants permission for any or all pages in this issue to be copied for personal use. www.crochetme.com 10

HIALEAH BAGS I M O N A M E R C H A N T- D E S TTHIS CHIC SPRING BAG, with its jaunty surprise color, is just right for your next outing. The simple flower motifs are worked from thebase up in rounds and joined as you go. The sophisticated lining keeps the bag from stretching.G E T T I N G S TA R T E DFINISHED SIZE About 11" wide, 7½" long,and 3" deep.YARN Tahki Cotton Classic Lite (100%mercerized cotton; 146 yd [135 m]/13 4 oz): #4017 steel gray (MC), 4 skeins;[50 g];#4532 pale lemon yellow (CC1), 3 skeins;#4807 dark turquoise (CC2), 1 skein.HOOK Sizes E/4 (3.5 mm) and D/3 (3.25 mm).Adjust hook size if necessary to obtaincorrect gauge.NOTIONS Stitch markers (m); yarn needle;bag handles 7" in diameter; two pieces offabric for lining measuring 15 19"(including ½" seam allowance); sewingneedle, matching thread.GAUGE 6-petal motif 3" in diameter withlarger hook.NotesUse CC2 for motif 33, all other motifsworked with CC1.Bag is worked from bottom up.Bag’s base is worked in a row, bag’s bodyis worked in rnds.Sides of bag are constructed of 5-petalflowers; the front and back have 6-petalflowers.Stitch Guide5-petal motifWith larger hook and CC1, ch 5, join withsl st to form ring. Inner flower:Rnd 1: (RS) Ch 1, 10 sc in ring, sl st in top ofbeg ch to join—10 sc.Rnd 2: Ch 1, *(sc, ch 5, sc) in first sc, ch 1, sknext sc; rep from * 4 times, sl st in beg ch tojoin—5 ch-5 sps.Rnd 3: Ch 1, *(sc, hdc, 4 dc, ch 2, 4 dc, hdc,sc) in ch-5 sp; rep from * 4 times, sl st inbeg ch to join—5 flower petals. Fasten off.Cluster (cl): *Yo, insert hook in next ch-3 sp,yo and pull up lp, yo and draw through 2lps*, yo 2 times, insert hook in st made bymotif join, yo and pull up lp, [yo and drawthrough 2 lps] 2 times; rep from * to * 1time, yo and draw through rem 4 lps—2 stsdec’d.Outer petals:Rnd 4: With MC and pulling petals forward,sl st in any ch-1 sp from Rnd 2, ch 1, (sc,ch 7, sc) in same ch-1 sp, ch 1, *(sc, ch 7, sc)in next ch-1 sp from Rnd 2, ch 1; rep from *3 times, sl st in beg ch to join—5 ch-7 sps.Rnd 5: *(Sc, hdc, 6 dc, ch 3, 6 dc, hdc, sc) inch-7 sp; rep from * 4 times, sl st in first sc tojoin—5 outer petals. Fasten off.Hialeah Bag Key 2-petal join 6-petal motif 3-petal join6-petal motifWith larger hook and CC1, ch 6, join withsl st to form ring. Inner flower:Rnd 1: (RS) Ch 1, 12 sc in ring, sl st in top ofbeg ch to join—12 sc.Rnd 2: Ch 1, *(sc, ch 5, sc) in first sc, ch 1, sk 4-petal join 5-petal join Join yarn foredge 5-petal motif2927282625418916177815635219410Weave in loose ends as you crochet.Hialeah Bag 121120TIP302313222131132114233334LEARN HOW TO CROCHET FLOWERS WITH 9 FREE CROCHET FLOWER PATTERNSF W Media, Inc. All rights reserved F W Media grants permission for any or all pages in this issue to be copied for personal use. www.crochetme.com 2411

Motif 1Work 5-petal motif (see Stitch Guide).Motifs 2–3 (two-petal join)Work 6-petal motif (see Stitch Guide)through Rnd 4.Rnd 5: *(Sc, hdc, 6 dc, ch 3, 6 dc, hdc, sc) inch-7 sp; rep from * 3 times, **(sc, hdc, 6 dc,MJ (see Stitch Guide), 6 dc, hdc, sc) in ch-7sp; rep from **, sl st in beg sc to join—6outer petals. Fasten off.Motifs 4–5 (two-petal join)Work 5-petal motif through Rnd 4.Rnd 5: *(Sc, hdc, 6 dc, ch 3, 6 dc, hdc, sc) inch-7 sp; rep from * 2 times, **(sc, hdc, 6 dc,MJ, 6 dc, hdc, sc) in ch-7 sp; rep from ** 1time, sl st in beg sc to join—5 outer petals.Fasten off.Motifs 6–8, 11–13, 16–23, 26–33 (four-petaljoin)Work 6-petal motif through Rnd 4.next sc; rep from * 5 times, sl st in beg ch tojoin—6 ch-5 sps.Rnd 3: Ch 1, *(sc, hdc, 4 dc, ch 2, 4 dc, hdc,sc) in ch-5 sp; rep from * 5 times, sl st inbeg ch to join—6 flower petals. Fasten off.Outer petals:Rnd 4: With MC, and pulling petals forward,sl st in any ch-1 sp from Rnd 2, ch 1, (sc,ch 7, sc) in same ch-1 sp, ch 1, *(sc, ch 7, sc)in foll ch-1 sp from Rnd 2, ch 1; rep from * 4times, sl st in beg ch to join—6 ch-7 sps.Rnd 5: *(Sc, hdc, 6 dc, ch 3, 6 dc, hdc, sc) inch-7 sp; rep from * 5 times, sl st in first sc tojoin—6 outer petals. Fasten off.Motif join (MJ): In place of ch-3 sp on Rnd5 of working motif (WM), ch 1, sl throughch-3 sp on adjacent motif (AM), ch 1, contworking WM.29189193132511322212561211BagWith smaller hook, work Motifs 1–4(see Stitch Guide) in a row accordingto diagram beg with Motif 1 at the leftin center of diagram. Work motifs 5–14,15–24, and 25–34 counterclockwise inrnds respectively as shown in diagram.152320Hialeah Bag 781026161743027282414233334Rnd 5: *(Sc, hdc, 6 dc, ch 3, 6 dc, hdc, sc) inch-7 sp; rep from * 1 time, **(sc, hdc, 6 dc,MJ, 6 dc, hdc, sc) in ch-7 sp; rep from ** 3times, sl st in beg sc to join—6 outer petals. Fasten off.Motifs 9–10 (three-petal join)Work 5-petal motif through Rnd 4.Rnd 5: *(Sc, hdc, 6 dc, ch 3, 6 dc, hdc, sc) inch-7 sp; rep from * 1 time, **(sc, hdc, 6 dc,MJ, 6 dc, hdc, sc) in ch-7 sp; rep from ** 2times, sl st in beg sc to join—5 outer petals. Fasten off.Motif 14 (four-petal join)Work 5-petal motif through Rnd 4.Rnd 5: (Sc, hdc, 6 dc, ch 3, 6 dc, hdc, sc) inch-7 sp, **(sc, hdc, 6 dc, MJ, 6 dc, hdc, sc) inch-7 sp; rep from ** 3 times, sl st in beg scto join—5 outer petals. Fasten off.Motifs 15 and 25 (three-petal join)Work 6-petal motif through Rnd 4.Rnd 5: *(Sc, hdc, 6 dc, ch 3, 6 dc, hdc, sc) inch-7 sp; rep from * 2 times, **(sc, hdc, 6 dc,MJ, 6 dc, hdc, sc) in ch-7 sp; rep from ** 2times, sl st in beg sc to join—6 outer petals. Fasten off.Motifs 24 and 34 (five-petal join)Work 6-petal motif through Rnd 4.Rnd 5: *(Sc, hdc, 6 dc, ch 3, 6 dc, hdc, sc) inch-7 sp, **(Sc, hdc, 6 dc, MJ, 6 dc, hdc, sc) inch-7 sp; rep from ** 4 times, sl st in beg scto join—6 outer petals. Fasten off.FinishingEdging: With larger hook and RSfacing, join MC in ch-3 sp of outer petalindicated in diagram.Rnd 1: Ch 1, *sc in ch-3 sp, sc in each ofnext 2 dc, hdc in next hdc, sk (3 dc, hdc,2 sc, hdc, dc), dc in next 5 dc, cl (seeStitch Guide), dc in next 5 dc, sk (dc,hdc, 2 sc, hdc, 3 dc), hdc in next dc, scin next 2 dc; rep from * 9 times, sl st inbeg sc to join—180 sts.Rnd 2: Ch 1, *sc in next 3 sc, hdc innext hdc, dc in next 4 dc, dc3tog (seeGlossary), dc in next 4 dc, hdc in nexthdc, sc in next 2 dc; rep from * 9 times,sl st in beg sc to join—160 sts.LEARN HOW TO CROCHET FLOWERS WITH 9 FREE CROCHET FLOWER PATTERNSF W Media, Inc. All rights reserved F W Media grants permission for any or all pages in this issue to be copied for personal use. www.crochetme.com 12

Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across, placemarker (pm) in 48th and 128th sts, sl stin beg sc to join. Fasten off.Handle flap: With smaller hook and RSfacing, join yarn at m.Rows 1–2: Ch 1, sc in next 42 sc,turn—42 sc.Row 3: (RS) Ch 2, hdc in each sc,turn—42 hdc.Row 4: Rep Row 1.Rows 5–15: Rep Rows 3–4 five times.Rows 16–17: Rep Row 1.Rep for other side. Fasten off. Weave inends and block to measurements.Attach handles: Place each handle onWS of bag and fold handle flap overhandle, whipstitch (see Glossary) flapinside bag.Lining: Fold each 15 19" piece offabric in half (see schematic 1) RS facingand sew along 2 shorter sides with 1 2" allowance, leaving the 15" long side open.Fold along dashed lines to form the baseand sides of the bag leaving leftover triangle (see schematic 2). With WS facing,sew along the base of triangle (red linein schematic 2) and fold toward base andsecure to base with a stitch. With bothfabrics RS tog, pin along the 2 longerand 1 shorter side of opening and sewtogether leaving 1 2" allowance. Turn oneof the fabrics inside out with both fabricsRS showing and one of the fabricsnesting into the other. Using backstitch(see Glossary), sew along remainingside folding 1 2" allowance inside. Insertlining into bag, gather lining to fit, useblindstitch (see Glossary) to sew liningto top of the bag edge.SIMONA MERCHANT-DEST designs knit andcrochet garments and patterns for variousmagazines and books. See more of her workat www.stylishknits.blogspot.com.Lining schematic15"3"schematic 1schematic 271 2"19"11"I N T E R W E A V EK NITSDiscover knitwear designs that willcapture your imagination.You don’t have to be a designer or a knitting pro to makebeautiful knitted garments and accessories, and you don’thave to hunt all over for inspiring designs.From cover to cover, Interweave Knits magazine gives yougreat projects, from the beginner to the advanced. Everyissue is packed full of captivating smart designs, step-by-stepinstructions, easy-to-understand illustrations, plus wellwritten, lively articles sure to inspire.interweaveknits.comHialeah Bag LEARN HOW TO CROCHET FLOWERS WITH 9 FREE CROCHET FLOWER PATTERNSF W Media, Inc. All rights reserved F W Media grants permission for any or all pages in this issue to be copied for personal use. www.crochetme.com 13

chic-estaccessories.Crochet theCrochet 23 fashion-forward accessories createdby up-and-coming designers with It Girl Crochet.It Girl Crochet turns the cutestaccessories seen in boutiquesinto crochet patterns and stitchdiagrams. Crochet trendy bags,scarves, belts, and hats with aslittle as one skein of yarn! Plus,improve your technique withthe glam designs using basiccrochet as well as moresophisticated techniquessuch as Tunisian, beading,applique, and motifs.Sharon Zientara128 Pages, 22.99ISBN 13: 9781620330968Order online at InterweaveStore.com.

PHOTOS BY JOE HANCOCKPurse of Prosperity LEARN HOW TO CROCHET FLOWERS WITH 9 FREE CROCHET FLOWER PATTERNSF W Media, Inc. All rights reserved F W Media grants permission for any or all pages in this issue to be copied for personal use. www.crochetme.com 15

Finished SizePurse measures 8½" wide 9½"tall (21.5 24 cm), excludingpurse frame.YarnSportweight (#2 Fine).Shown here: Cascade UltraPima Fine (100% pima cotton;136 yd [125 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]):#3757 zen green (MC), 2 skeins;#3717 sand, #3771 paprika,#3704 syrah, #3752 coral, #3778lavender, #3753 white peach,#3721 ginseng, #3734 teal,#3744 forest green; 1 skein each.Purse ofHookSize D/3 (3.25 mm). Adjusthook size if necessary to obtaincorrect gauge.ProSPerityNotionsYarn needle; sewing needleand matching thread; ½ yd(45.5 cm) lining material; 5"(12.5 cm) vintage purse framewith matching chain cord;

contents learn how to crochet flowers with 9 free crochet flower patterns 2 . learn how to crochet flowers with 9 free crochet flower patterns a crochet me e-book edited by toni rexroat editorial staff editor crochet me toni rexroat creative servi