Embrace timeless beauty with this exquisite crochet flower necklace. Crafted with delicate lace motifs in soft cream and serene teal, this piece adds a unique handcrafted charm to any outfit. Perfect for spring, summer, or as a thoughtful gift, this pattern guides you through creating your own stunning botanical statement.
Craft Your Own Statement of Elegance
This delicate floral necklace is more than just an accessory; it’s a wearable piece of art. Imagine the compliments as you showcase your handmade creation, reflecting your unique style and passion for crochet. It’s an ideal project for intermediate crocheters looking to expand their skills in motif-based lace work.
Crochet Pattern: Delicate Floral Crochet Necklace Pattern: A Touch of Handcrafted Elegance
Materials
- Fine cotton crochet thread, Size 10 (e.g., DMC Cordonnet Special or Aunt Lydia’s):
- Color A: Cream (approx. 100-150 yards)
- Color B: Soft Teal (approx. 100-150 yards)
- Steel crochet hook, 1.5mm (or size suitable for thread)
- Tapestry needle
- Small clasp or button for closure
Abbreviations
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- tr: treble crochet
- MR: magic ring
- FO: fasten off
Instructions
This pattern creates individual motifs that are then assembled into the necklace. Slight variations in stitch count can be made to achieve your desired look.
Small Lace Flower (Make 4 in Color A, 4 in Color B)
- Round 1: In MR, ch 1, work 10 sc into the ring. Join with sl st to the first sc.
- Round 2: *Sl st into the next sc, ch 2, (hdc, dc, hdc) in the same sc, ch 2, sl st into the next sc*. Repeat from * 5 times total to create 5 petals. FO, leaving a long tail for assembly.
Lace Leaf (Make 10 in Color A, 10 in Color B)
- Ch 10.
- Row 1 (Working into the chain): Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next 5 ch, hdc in next ch, sc in next ch. (9 stitches made along one side)
- Tip: Ch 2, then sl st into the top of the last sc made.
- Row 2 (Working down the other side of the chain): Sc in the side of the last sc, hdc in the side of next hdc, dc in the side of next 5 dc, hdc in the side of next hdc, sc in the side of next sc. Sl st into the first sc of Row 1 to join. FO, leaving a long tail for assembly.
Central Interwoven Lace Element (Make 1 in Color A, 1 in Color B)
This element is designed to be free-form and interconnected. The exact shapes can be varied for personal preference.
- For each color: Ch 5, join with sl st to form a ring. Ch 1, work 10 sc in the ring. Join with sl st.
- First Swirl: Ch 20. Sl st into the 5th sc of the ring.
- Second Swirl: Ch 25. Sl st into the 1st sc of the ring.
- Third Swirl: Ch 15. Sl st into the 8th sc of the ring.
- You can work a few sl sts along the edge of the chain loops to reinforce them or define shape if desired. FO, leaving a long tail for assembly.
Assembly
This is where your artistic eye comes into play. Refer to the image for inspiration on motif placement.
- Prepare Motifs: Ensure all Small Lace Flowers (4 Cream, 4 Teal), Lace Leaves (10 Cream, 10 Teal), and both Central Interwoven Lace Elements are crocheted and ready.
- Interweave Central Elements: Carefully place the Color A and Color B Central Interwoven Lace Elements together, overlapping and intertwining them as desired. Use your tapestry needle and matching yarn to subtly stitch them together at various points where they naturally cross or touch. This forms the heart of your necklace.
- Attach First Flowers: On each side of the central interwoven element, attach one Teal Small Lace Flower and one Cream Small Lace Flower. Position them slightly overlapping the central piece and each other. Stitch securely using the tails or fresh yarn.
- Add Leaves: Begin attaching the Lace Leaves, alternating Color A and Color B, around the flowers and along the main connecting lines of the necklace. Arrange them to create a natural, flowing botanical design, as seen in the inspiration image. Use the tapestry needle to sew them securely, often overlapping previous motifs.
- Build Sides: Continue adding Small Lace Flowers (using the remaining 2 of each color) and Lace Leaves symmetrically on both sides of the necklace, extending outwards. Ensure the design flows organically and curves nicely around the neckline.
- Form the Back Straps: For the two ends that will go around the back of the neck, create two chains. For example, using Color B, ch 50. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Sl st to the end of the crocheted necklace. Repeat for the other side. Adjust chain length as needed for your desired fit.
- Add Closure: Attach a small button to one end of the back strap and create a small ch-loop on the other end as a buttonhole, or attach a lobster clasp to one side and a jump ring/small chain on the other for adjustable closure.
- Finishing: Weave in all remaining loose ends securely with your tapestry needle.