As I strolled through my garden one sunny afternoon, the delicate petals of a dianthus caught my eye, and I couldn't help but wonder: could I capture this beauty in crochet? That's when the idea struck me - why not create a crochet dianthus pattern?
Did you know Dianthus includes popular flowers like carnations and sweet williams? They're nicknamed pinks, not for their color, but from the zigzag edges of their petals that look like they were cut with pinking shears!
In this tutorial, I'll guide you through crafting your own everlasting Dianthus, petal by petal. With clear steps and helpful diagrams, you'll be whipping up these lovely blooms in no time. So grab your hook, and let's bring some cottage garden charm to your crochet projects!
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Dianthus Meanings & Usages
Dianthus, with its delicate petals and sweet fragrance, holds a special place in my heart. These charming flowers symbolize pure love and affection, making them perfect for expressing deep emotions.
In a bouquet, dianthus often plays the role of a charming supporting actor. Its ruffled edges and vibrant colors add texture and depth, beautifully complementing roses or lilies. Historically, these flowers were associated with the Greek god Zeus, and their name literally means flower of the gods.
I've found dianthus to be an ideal gift for those celebrating anniversaries or embarking on new beginnings. A dear friend once told me that the potted dianthus I gave her when she moved into her first home still blooms on her windowsill years later – a living reminder of our enduring friendship.
Whether you're crafting a crochet version or gifting the real deal, dianthus carries a message of admiration and affection. It's a flower that whispers, You are special, making it perfect for mothers, partners, or anyone you hold dear. In my experience, a handmade crochet dianthus can be just as meaningful as the real flower – a lasting token of love that never wilts.
Details of Dianthus Crochet Pattern
This crochet Dianthus pattern is ideal for intermediate crocheters who are comfortable with a variety of stitches and ready for a more intricate project. While it may seem complex at first, the pattern breaks down the process into manageable steps, making it an enjoyable challenge.
The pattern guides you through creating a beautiful Dianthus arrangement, featuring two large flowers, one small flower, and a flower bud. Each flower has five delicately crafted petals, mimicking the natural form of Dianthus. The project also includes nine leaves of varying sizes, two large flower bases, and two small flower base, adding a lush, lifelike quality to your crochet creation.
In nature, Dianthus comes in a stunning array of colors, from pure whites to deep crimsons, with some varieties featuring beautiful bicolor patterns. Interestingly, the name Dianthus comes from the Greek words dios (god) and anthos (flower), literally meaning flower of the gods.
This pattern offers plenty of room for customization. Feel free to experiment with colors – perhaps try a classic pink, a bold red, or even a variegated yarn for a unique look. You can also adjust the number of flowers and leaves to create smaller posies or larger bouquets as desired.
A single finished Dianthus flower measures approximately 2-3 inches in diameter. When arranged as a bouquet with the specified number of flowers and leaves, the finished size is about 13-14 inches tall and 4-5 inches wide, making it a perfect decorative piece for your home or a thoughtful handmade gift.
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Materials Needed
- Yarn – Loopara 4ply combed cotton (White 01, Gree 08, Green 11, Yellow 43, Purple 74)
- Hook – 2.0mm
- Flower Stem – No.2 (30cm)
- Iron wire – 0.4mm and 0.5mm diameter
- Hot Melt Adhesive
- Stitch Marker
- Scissors
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch - chain
- sc - single crochet
- hdc - half double crochet
- dc - double crochet
- sl - slip stitch
- sc inc - single crochet increase
- sc2tog - single crochet 2 together
- dc inc - double crochet increase
- hdc inc - half double crochet increase
- sl st - slip stitch in specified chain
Crochet Dianthus Pattern
How to Crochet Large Flowers (Make 2)
Round 1: Create a magic ring. Make 5 single crochet into the ring, slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Rounds 2-10: Make 5 single crochet, slip stitch to join, chain 1. Repeat this round 9 times.
Round 11: Change to white yarn. Make 5 single crochet increases (10 single crochet total), slip stitch to join.
Tips: The magic ring creates a tight center for your flower. Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds, especially during the repeated rounds 2-10. When changing colors in round 11, leave a long tail of the previous color to weave in later for a neat finish. This larger flower will form the main blooms of your Dianthus arrangement, providing a focal point for your project.
Petals (Make 5)
Round 1: Change to dark purple yarn. Chain 1, make 2 single crochet, chain 1, turn.
Round 2: Make 2 single crochet increases (4 single crochet total), chain 1, turn.
Round 3: (1 single crochet, 1 single crochet increase) twice (6 single crochet total), turn.
Round 4: Change to light purple yarn. Chain 1, (2 single crochet, 1 single crochet increase) twice (8 single crochet total), chain 2, turn.
Round 5: Make 8 half double crochet, chain 2, turn.
Round 6: 1 double crochet increase, 6 double crochet, 1 double crochet increase, chain 1.
Petal Edging: Slip stitch, (chain 1, slip stitch) 7 times, (chain 2, slip stitch in second chain from hook, 2 slip stitches, chain 3, slip stitch in second chain from hook, 3 slip stitches) 5 times, (chain 1, slip stitch) 7 times, slip stitch to join.
Tips: These petals create the distinctive ruffled edge of the Dianthus flower. The color change adds depth to your petals. Work the petal edging carefully to achieve the characteristic fringed look of Dianthus. Make sure to maintain consistent tension throughout for uniform petals.
How to Crochet a Small Flower (Make 1)
Round 1: Create a magic ring. Make 5 single crochet into the ring, slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Rounds 2-7: Make 5 single crochet, slip stitch to join, chain 1. Repeat this round 6 times.
Round 8: Change to white yarn. Make 5 single crochet increases (10 single crochet total), slip stitch to join.
Tips: This smaller flower adds variety to your Dianthus arrangement. The magic ring ensures a tight center. Use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds, especially during the repeated rounds 2-7. When changing colors in round 8, leave a long tail of the previous color to weave in later for a neat finish. This smaller flower can be positioned slightly behind or to the side of the larger flowers in your final arrangement for added depth and interest.
Petals (Make 5)
Round 1: Change to dark purple yarn. Chain 1, make 2 single crochet, chain 1, turn.
Round 2: Make 2 single crochet increases (4 single crochet total), chain 1, turn.
Round 3: (1 single crochet, 1 single crochet increase) twice (6 single crochet total), chain 1, turn.
Round 4: Change to light purple yarn. Chain 1, (2 single crochet, 1 single crochet increase) twice (8 single crochet total), chain 2, turn.
Round 5: Make 8 half double crochet, chain 2, turn.
Round 6: 1 half double crochet increase, 6 half double crochet, 1 half double crochet increase, chain 1.
Petal Edging: Slip stitch, (chain 1, slip stitch) 6 times, (chain 2, slip stitch in second chain from hook, 2 slip stitches, chain 3, slip stitch in second chain from hook, 3 slip stitches) 5 times, (chain 1, slip stitch) 6 times, slip stitch to join.
Tips: These petals are slightly smaller than those for the large flowers, creating a delicate appearance for your small Dianthus. The color changes add depth to your petals. Work the petal edging carefully to achieve the characteristic fringed look of Dianthus. Maintain consistent tension throughout for uniform petals.
How to Crochet a Flower Bud (Make 1)
Round 1: Create a magic ring. Make 5 single crochet into the ring, slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Round 2: 2 single crochet, 1 single crochet increase, 2 single crochet (6 single crochet total), slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Round 3: (2 single crochet, 1 single crochet increase) twice (8 single crochet total), slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Round 4: Make 8 single crochet, slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Round 5: Change to dark purple yarn. (2 single crochet, single crochet 2 together) twice (6 single crochet total), slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Round 6: Change to light purple yarn. 2 single crochet, single crochet 2 together, 2 single crochet (5 single crochet total), slip stitch to join.
Insert the flower stem at the end of this round and tighten the magic ring. A beautiful flower bud is ready!
Tips: This flower bud adds variety to your Dianthus arrangement, mimicking a bloom that's just about to open. The magic ring creates a tight center. The increases in early rounds create the rounded shape, while the decreases in later rounds taper the bud. The color changes add depth and realism. When changing colors, leave long tails to weave in later for a neat finish.
How to Crochet a Large Flower Base (Make 4)
Round 1: Create a magic ring. Make 5 single crochet into the ring, slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Round 2: 2 single crochet, 1 single crochet increase, 2 single crochet (6 single crochet total), slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Round 3: (1 single crochet, 1 single crochet increase) 3 times (9 single crochet total), slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Rounds 4-10: Make 9 single crochet, slip stitch to join, chain 1. Repeat this round 7 times.
Round 11: 8 single crochet, 1 single crochet increase (10 single crochet total), slip stitch to join.
Round 12: (Chain 5, slip stitch in second chain from hook, 1 half double crochet, 2 double crochet, skip 1 stitch on the base, slip stitch) 5 times, slip stitch to join.
Tips: This green base mimics the sepals of a real Dianthus flower. Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds, especially during the repeated rounds 4-10. The final round creates a decorative edge that adds texture and realism to your flower base. Work in green yarn to represent the natural color of a Dianthus calyx.
How to Crochet Large Flower Base Petals (Make 4)
Round 1: Create a magic ring. Make 5 single crochet into the ring, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: (Chain 9, 2 slip stitches in second chain from hook, 2 half double crochet, 4 double crochet, 2 slip stitches) 5 times, slip stitch to join.
Tips: These large flower base petals form the underlying structure of your Dianthus, adding fullness and a realistic shape. The chain 9 creates the length of each petal, while the varied stitches form a natural curve. Work each of the 5 petal sections consistently for a symmetrical flower. These base petals will sit beneath the main flower petals, enhancing the layered look characteristic of Dianthus. Choose a color that complements your main flower color, typically in the same color family but a shade lighter or darker for depth.
How to Crochet a Small Flower Base (Make 4)
Round 1: Create a magic ring. Make 5 single crochet into the ring, slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Round 2: 2 single crochet, 1 single crochet increase, 2 single crochet (6 single crochet total), slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Round 3: (1 single crochet, 1 single crochet increase) 3 times (9 single crochet total), slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Rounds 4-7: Make 9 single crochet, slip stitch to join, chain 1. Repeat this round 4 times.
Round 8: 8 single crochet, 1 single crochet increase (10 single crochet total), slip stitch to join.
Round 9: (Chain 5, slip stitch in second chain from hook, 1 half double crochet, 2 double crochet, skip 1 stitch on the base, slip stitch) 5 times, slip stitch to join.
Tips: This small flower base provides structure for the smaller Dianthus flowers in your arrangement. Use green yarn to mimic the natural sepals of the flower. The final round creates a decorative edge that adds texture and realism. Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds, especially during the repeated rounds 4-7.
How to Crochet Small Flower Base Petals (Make 4)
Round 1: Create a magic ring. Make 5 single crochet into the ring, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: (Chain 7, 2 slip stitches in second chain from hook, 1 half double crochet, 3 double crochet, 2 slip stitches) 5 times, slip stitch to join.
Tips: These small flower base petals create an underlying structure for the smaller Dianthus flowers in your arrangement. The chain 7 forms slightly shorter petals compared to the large flower base, suitable for smaller blooms. The combination of stitches creates a natural curve and fullness. Work each of the 5 petal sections carefully to ensure consistency. These base petals will sit beneath the main flower petals of your smaller Dianthus, adding depth and a realistic layered appearance. Choose a color that complements your main flower color, typically in the same color family but a shade lighter or darker for added dimension.
How to Crochet a Stamen (Make 12)
Wrap yellow yarn around 0.4mm wire.
How to Crochet Leaf 1 (Make 2)
Round 1: Chain 14, add wire along the chain. Starting in the second chain from hook: 2 single crochet, 2 half double crochet, 5 double crochet, 2 half double crochet, 1 single crochet, 3 single crochet in one stitch, 1 single crochet, 2 half double crochet, 5 double crochet, 2 half double crochet, 2 single crochet, slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Round 2: 2 single crochet, 2 half double crochet, 8 double crochet, 1 half double crochet, (1 single crochet, chain 1, 1 single crochet) in the same stitch, 1 half double crochet, 8 double crochet, 2 half double crochet, 2 single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Tips: Adding wire to the leaf allows you to shape it realistically. The varying stitches create the leaf's natural contours, with the 3 single crochet in one stitch forming the leaf's tip. Work in green yarn for a natural look. The second round adds fullness and definition to the leaf shape. Take care to maintain tension when working over the wire to ensure a smooth edge.
How to Crochet Leaf 2 (Make 3)
Round 1: Chain 20, add wire along the chain. Starting in the second chain from hook: 3 single crochet, 3 half double crochet, 8 double crochet, 2 half double crochet, 2 single crochet, 3 single crochet in one stitch, 2 single crochet, 2 half double crochet, 8 double crochet, 3 half double crochet, 3 single crochet, slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Round 2: 4 single crochet, 3 half double crochet, 10 double crochet, 1 half double crochet, 1 single crochet, (1 single crochet, chain 2, 1 single crochet) in the same stitch, 1 single crochet, 1 half double crochet, 10 double crochet, 3 half double crochet, 4 single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Tips: This leaf is larger than Leaf 1, providing variety in your Dianthus foliage. The wire allows for realistic shaping. The 3 single crochet in one stitch forms the leaf's tip. The second round adds fullness and a defined edge. Work in green yarn, possibly in a slightly different shade than Leaf 1 for natural variation. Maintain even tension when working over the wire for a smooth leaf edge.
How to Crochet Leaf 3 (Make 4)
Round 1: Chain 26. Starting in the second chain from hook: 5 single crochet, 4 half double crochet, 10 double crochet, 2 half double crochet, 3 single crochet, 3 single crochet in one stitch, 3 single crochet, 2 half double crochet, 10 double crochet, 4 half double crochet, 5 single crochet, slip stitch to join, chain 1.
Round 2: 6 single crochet, 3 half double crochet, 14 double crochet, 1 half double crochet, 1 single crochet, (1 single crochet, chain 2, 1 single crochet) in the same stitch, 1 single crochet, 1 half double crochet, 14 double crochet, 3 half double crochet, 6 single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Tips: Leaf 3 is the largest of the three leaf types, adding more size variety to your Dianthus foliage. Although not specified in the pattern, you may choose to add wire as in the previous leaves for shaping. The 3 single crochet in one stitch forms the leaf's tip. The second round adds fullness and a defined edge. Use green yarn, potentially in a third shade for natural variation. This larger leaf can be positioned towards the base of your Dianthus arrangement for a realistic look.
Crochet Dianthus Assemble
Step 1: Attach the yellow yarn-wrapped wire centers to the middle of each flower. Arrange and secure the petals around the center, starting with the smaller petals and working outwards. Use a small amount of fabric glue to hold the petals in place if needed.
Step 2: Gather all the flower stems together, arranging them at slightly different heights for a natural look. Using green thread or yarn, begin wrapping the stems together from just below the flower heads. Continue wrapping tightly and evenly down the length of the stems.
Step 3: Pause the stem wrapping at suitable intervals to attach leaves. Position leaves at different angles and heights for a realistic appearance. Secure each leaf with a few wraps of the green thread and a small dab of glue if needed.
Step 4: Complete wrapping the stems to the end, securing the thread with a small amount of glue. Shape the bouquet as desired, gently bending stems and adjusting flower positions. Display your completed Dianthus arrangement in a vase or as part of a larger floral composition.
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