How to Crochet a Flower Decoration with Color Change Techniques

Materials Needed:

• Crochet Hook: 3.0mm
• Yarn: Milk Cotton Yarns (-3mm -5ply)

Techniques Involved:

• Single Crochet Magic Ring 
• Double Crochet 
• Slip Stitch 
• Picot Stitch
• Color Change Crochet Method

Abbreviations:

• MR: Magic Ring
• Rnd: Round(s)
• *(...)time: Repeat *N times
• [...]: In the same stitch
• ch: Chain
• sc: Single Crochet
• dc: Double Crochet
• sl: Slip Stitch
• tr: Treble Crochet
• 2ch SLP: Create a slip stitch picot by chaining 2

DIAGRAM

5sc in MR

([4ch, dc, 2ch SLP, dc, 4ch], sl)*5

 

If you have learned how to crochet STAR, then you can crochet this little flower. The techniques used are ones you have already learned. In this tutorial, I will teach you how to use a new color to crochet in the new round.

 



Step-by-Step Color Change Crochet Tutorial

1. Preparation for Color Change:

After closing the magic ring (MR), get ready to introduce the new color before completing the last single crochet of the first round.

2. Changing Color:

1. Insert Hook and Prepare New Color:

   • Before finishing the last single crochet, insert the hook into the two side loops and pull out the new color yarn (e.g., red).

1. Tighten and Cut the Yarn:

   • Tighten the long end of the white yarn, leaving a tail for securing, and cut the yarn.

3. Important Notes:

1. Remove the Stitch Marker:
   • Insert the hook into the stitch, and work a slip stitch.

1. Carry and Secure the Yarn:
   • Carry the yarns along by crocheting 4-5 stitches to secure the new color, then cut the yarn.

By following these steps, you'll be able to create a beautifully crocheted sunflower with vibrant color changes.

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