Crochet the Blanket Flower Appliqué with this free crochet pattern. Inspired by the vibrant red, orange, and yellow blooms of the blanket flower, this crochet flower pattern creates a richly textured and dimensional appliqué. This pattern is best suited for intermediate crocheters who enjoy small projects with engaging stitch patterns and detailed shaping — perfect for a relaxing and satisfying evening of crochet.

Note: This free pattern includes instructions for the Blanket Flower appliqué. A motif version of the design will be published in an upcoming book in 2027.

The Blanket Flower is the first pattern in my Wildflower Series. To learn more about this project, check out the Crochet Wildflower Field Guide on my website: https://jenniferolivarez.com/wildflowers

What You’ll Love About This Blanket Flower Appliqué
• Rich texture and dimension created with puff stitches, spike stitches, and post stitches
• A satisfying intermediate crochet project that uses multiple techniques to build your stitch skills
• Perfect for embellishing blankets, bags, hats, and garments
• Small and portable — great for travel or stash-busting
• Inspired by nature, capturing the bold color shifts of the blanket flower
• Accompanied by a video tutorial to help you along

Pattern is written in US crochet terms.

Skill Level
Intermediate

Concentration Level
Extreme focus required. Unusual techniques and stitches may require constant focus.

Stitches Used
Chain, slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, front post treble crochet, puff stitches, spike stitches, picots

Techniques Used
Working in the round, joining a new yarn with standing stitches, invisible join

Finished Measurements
(approximate size after blocking)
4.5 inches (11.5 cm) in diameter

Materials
Cascade Yarns Cascade 220 Superwash Sport (light) weight wool yarn (136.5 yds/125 m; 1.75 oz/50 g per hank):
Yarn for One Applique
#265 burgundy: 5 yds (4.5 m/2 g)
#263 tomato (red): 5 yds (4.5 m/2 g)
#827 coral (dark peach): 5 yds (4.5 m/2 g)
#821 daffodil (dark yellow): 11 yds (10 m/4 g)
Size F/5/3.75mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
Yarn needle

Note: For best results, choose a hook slightly smaller than recommended for your yarn to give the flower structure without making the background fabric stiff.

Gauge
Rnds 1–4 = 2.5 inches (6.5 cm) in diameter

Technical Editing: Randy Cavaliere
Pattern Testing: Bis, DivaVonPurl, Heather, Jonelle, Maylina, Paulina, and Rachel

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© 2026 Jennifer Olivarez. All rights reserved. This pattern and its content are protected by copyright laws. No part of this pattern may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of Jennifer Olivarez.

This pattern is for personal use only. It may not be used for commercial purposes without the express permission of Jennifer Olivarez. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold in small quantities with design credit given to Jennifer Olivarez.

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