Crochet Present Applique Pattern
It wouldn’t be Christmas without presents! This crochet present applique is sweet and simple. Perfect for using scrap yarn and a fun little embellishment for any gift giving occasion.
It’s Day 11 of the 12 Days of Crochet Christmas!
If you’re crocheting along and haven’t done so already, you’ll want to whip up an easy crochet gift tag to attach your applique to.
About the Pattern
This crochet present applique pattern is a simple rectangle finished with some red yarn and a little bow.
We’ll start by working back and forth in turned rows before finishing with a single crochet border to tidy up the edges.
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Materials
- DK weight yarn in yellow and a small amount of red (I used Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Mustard Yellow and Pillar Red)
- 2.5mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle, scissors
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- st/s – stitch/es
- […] – repeat the instructions in brackets
- (…) – indicates stitch count at end of round
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Finished Size
The finished applique measures approximately 1″ x 0.75″ (2.5cm x 2cm) not including the bow. Size may vary depending on tension and materials used.
Gauge
Gauge is not important in this pattern. However, using a different yarn and hook size will change the size of the finished item.
Notes
- The present is worked in turned rows. The chain at the beginning of each round does not count as a stitch.
Pattern Instructions
Present (yellow)
R1: Ch 5, sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across (4)
R2-7: Ch 1, turn. [Sc] x4 (4) 6 rounds
Do not turn. Place 2 sc in the same stitch as the last sc from R7, sc evenly around the 3 sides placing 3 sc in each of the two bottom corners and finishing with 2 sc in the top corner.
Fasten off invisibly and weave in ends.
Finishing
- Wrap a length of red yarn twice around the centre of the present and tie the ends in a small knot at the back.
- Thread some red yarn under the 2 strands at the top of the present and tie in a bow. Trim ends.
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Use fabric glue or hot glue to attach your finished applique to your gift tag.
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