Hey there, flower lovers and crochet enthusiasts! Ready to add a pop of color to your yarn creations? Today we're diving into the cheerful world of Gerbera Daisies. I got hooked on these beauties after receiving a bouquet for my birthday – their vibrant petals just begged to be recreated in yarn!
Did you know Gerberas are part of the sunflower family and come in almost every color except blue? They're like nature's own color wheel!
In this tutorial, I'll guide you through crafting your own everlasting Gerbera, petal by petal. With clear steps and helpful diagrams, you'll be whipping up these happy blooms in no time. So grab your hook, and let's bring some flower power to your crochet projects!
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Crochet Gerbera Daisy Meanings & Usage
Gerbera daisies, with their vibrant colors and cheerful appearance, symbolize innocence, purity, and cheerfulness. These bright blooms are known to lift spirits and bring joy, making them perfect for brightening anyone's day. In the language of flowers, they represent loyal love and cheerfulness.
I remember gifting a bouquet of gerbera daisies to my friend who was going through a tough time. The mix of sunny yellows, vibrant pinks, and warm oranges seemed to instantly lift her mood. She placed them on her desk, and told me later how they reminded her to stay positive every time she looked at them.
Whether real or crocheted, gerbera daisies bring a sense of optimism and happiness to any space. They're perfect for birthdays, get-well wishes, or simply to remind someone that they bring sunshine to your life. Their bold, open faces always seem to say, "Smile, it's a beautiful day!" making them a thoughtful gift for anyone needing a little cheer or encouragement in their life.
Details of Gerbera Daisy Crochet Pattern
This intricate Gerbera Daisy crochet pattern is best suited for intermediate to advanced crocheters. The project involves creating a lifelike flower with multiple layers of petals, a detailed center, and a sturdy stem. The process includes crafting small, medium, and large petals, totaling 70 petals arranged in three tiers, along with a carefully constructed flower base.
In nature, Gerbera Daisies come in a vibrant array of colors, including pink, orange, yellow, red, and white. Interestingly, these cheerful blooms are part of the sunflower family and are known for their long-lasting cut flowers, sometimes staying fresh for up to two weeks in a vase!
One of the joys of this pattern is its customizability. You can easily personalize your Gerbera Daisy by choosing different color combinations for the petals and center. For a more dramatic display, consider creating a bouquet with varying sizes and colors of Gerberas. You can also add crocheted leaves to enhance the natural look of your creation.
A single finished Gerbera Daisy measures approximately 8 inches (21 cm) in diameter, making it perfect for decorative purposes or as part of a larger arrangement. If you're feeling ambitious, a stunning bouquet of 5-7 Gerberas of different sizes and colors can create a showstopping centerpiece measuring about 16 inches (40 cm) in height.
Crochet Gerbera Daisy Kits
Bring the joy of spring into your home with our Gerbera Daisy Crochet Kit! Create stunning, lifelike flowers that never wilt. Perfect for intermediate crocheters, this kit includes everything you need to craft a vibrant bouquet. Customize colors, arrange as you wish, and enjoy your forever blooming masterpiece. Start your crochet garden today!
Materials Needed
- Yarn - Loopara 4ply combed cotton (Green 25, Yellow 43, Purple 74 and Purple 75)
- Flower Rod - 35cm long (No.3)
- Hook - 2.0mm
- Iron wire - 0.5mm diameter
- Hot melt adhesive
- Scissors
- Yarn Needle
- Needle Nose Pliers
- Fiber Fill
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch - chain
- sc - single crochet
- dc - double crochet
- sl st - slip stitch
- sc inc - single crochet increase
- Magic ring
- Picot stitch
- FLO - Front Loop Only
- BLO - Back Loop Only
Crochet Gerbera Daisy Pattern
How to Crochet Flower Center (Make 1)
Round 1: Magic ring. Chain 1, work 6 single crochets in ring. Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 2: Working in Front Loops Only (FLO), (slip stitch, chain 6, skip, 5 single crochets, slip stitch) 6 times.
Round 3: Working in Back Loops Only (BLO), slip stitch, chain 1, increase in each stitch around (12 stitches). Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 4: In FLO, (slip stitch, chain 7, skip, 6 single crochets, slip stitch) 12 times.
Round 5: In BLO, slip stitch, chain 1, (single crochet, increase) 6 times (18 stitches). Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 6: In FLO, (slip stitch, chain 7, skip, 6 single crochets, slip stitch) 18 times. Change to dark purple (color 75) at the end.
Round 7: In BLO, slip stitch, chain 1, (single crochet, increase, single crochet) 6 times (24 stitches). Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 8: In FLO, (slip stitch, chain 8, skip, 7 single crochets, slip stitch) 24 times.
Round 9: In BLO, slip stitch, chain 1, (3 single crochets, increase) 6 times (30 stitches). Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 10: In FLO, (slip stitch, chain 9, skip, 8 single crochets, slip stitch) 30 times.
Round 11: In BLO, slip stitch, chain 1, (2 single crochets, increase, 2 single crochets) 6 times (36 stitches). Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 12: In FLO, (slip stitch, chain 9, skip, 8 single crochets, slip stitch) 36 times.
Tips: Keep your tension consistent for even loops. Mark the first stitch of each round with a stitch marker to keep track of your progress.
How to Crochet Small Petals (Make 14)
Round 13: Working in Back Loops Only (BLO), slip stitch, chain 1. (5 single crochets, single crochet increase) 6 times (42 stitches). Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 14: Working in Front Loops Only (FLO), (slip stitch, chain 12, skip 11 single crochets, 3 slip stitches) 14 times.
Then, working along the side of the chain loops: [(4 single crochets, 4 double crochets, 3 single crochets, 3 single crochets in next stitch, 3 single crochets, 4 double crochets, 4 single crochets), 2 slip stitches] 14 times.
Tips: Ensure your tension is consistent for uniform petals. Take care not to twist your work as you go around the petals. Remember, these are the innermost petals, so they should be slightly smaller and more compact than the following layers.
How to Crochet Medium Petals (Make 28)
Round 15: Slip stitch, chain 1. Working in Back Loops Only (BLO), make 42 single crochets. Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 16: Working in Front Loops Only (FLO), (slip stitch, chain 14, skip 13 single crochets, 3 slip stitches) 14 times. Change to light purple yarn (color 74). Along petal side: (slip stitch, 5 single crochets, 5 double crochets, 3 single crochets, 3 single crochets in next stitch, 3 single crochets, 5 double crochets, 5 single crochets, 2 slip stitches) 14 times. Add wire, [13 single crochets, single crochet increase, (single crochet, chain 2, picot, single crochet), single crochet increase, 13 single crochets, 2 slip stitches] 14 times.
Round 17: Working in Back Loops Only (BLO), slip stitch, chain 1, 42 single crochets. Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 18: Working in Front Loops Only (FLO), starting in 2nd stitch (slip stitch, chain 16, skip 15 single crochets, 3 slip stitches) 14 times. Along petal side: (slip stitch, 6 single crochets, 6 double crochets, 3 single crochets, 3 single crochets in next stitch, 3 single crochets, 6 double crochets, 6 single crochets, 2 slip stitches) 14 times. Add wire, [15 single crochets, single crochet increase, (single crochet, chain 2, picot, single crochet), single crochet increase, 15 single crochets, 2 slip stitches] 14 times.
Tips: The color change in Round 16 adds depth to your flower. Ensure a smooth transition when changing colors. When adding wire, be careful not to pull too tightly, which could distort your stitches.
How to Crochet Large Petals (Make 28)
Round 19: Working in Back Loops Only (BLO), slip stitch, chain 1. Make 42 single crochets. Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 20: Working in Front Loops Only (FLO), (slip stitch, chain 29, skip 28 single crochets, 2 slip stitches) 14 times. In side holes: (slip stitch, 13 single crochets, 13 double crochets, 2 single crochets, 3 single crochets in next stitch, 2 single crochets, 13 double crochets, 13 single crochets, 2 slip stitches) 14 times. Add wire, [28 single crochets, single crochet increase, (single crochet, chain 2, picot, single crochet), single crochet increase, 28 single crochets, 2 slip stitches] 14 times. Slip stitch to join.
Round 21: Working in Back Loops Only (BLO), slip stitch, chain 1. Make 42 single crochets. Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 22: Working in Front Loops Only (FLO), (slip stitch, chain 31, skip 30 single crochets, 2 slip stitches) 14 times. In side holes: (slip stitch, 14 single crochets, 14 double crochets, 2 single crochets, 3 single crochets in next stitch, 2 single crochets, 14 double crochets, 14 single crochets, 2 slip stitches) 14 times. Add wire, [30 single crochets, single crochet increase, (single crochet, chain 2, picot, single crochet), single crochet increase, 30 single crochets, 2 slip stitches] 14 times. Slip stitch to join.
Tips: These are the largest petals, so the chain counts are much higher. Take care not to lose count.
How to Crochet Flower Base (Make 1)
Round 1: Start with a magic ring. Chain 1, work 12 single crochets in ring. Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12 single crochet increases). Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 3: (Single crochet, single crochet increase) 12 times. Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Round 4: (2 single crochets, single crochet increase, 2 single crochets, single crochet increase, 3 single crochets) 4 times. Slip stitch to join, then chain 1.
Rounds 5-7: Work 42 single crochets. Slip stitch to join, then chain 1. Repeat for 3 rounds.
Round 8: Slip stitch, chain 7. Work 6 single crochets in 2nd chain from hook, 2 slip stitches. Repeat to make 14 sepals. Work along sepal sides: (single crochet, 2 double crochets, 3 single crochets, 3 single crochets in next stitch, 3 single crochets, 2 double crochets, single crochet, 2 slip stitches) 14 times. Add wire, [6 single crochets, single crochet increase, (single crochet, picot, single crochet), single crochet increase, 6 single crochets, 2 slip stitches] 14 times.
Tips: The picot stitches add a delicate detail to the sepal edges. Ensure they're evenly spaced. This base will be the foundation for attaching your petals, so make sure it's sturdy and well-shaped.
Crochet Gerbera Daisy Assemble
Step 1: Take the flower stem and sew it into the flower center.
Step 2: Insert the other end of the stem into the flower base.
Step 3: Match and sew the flower petals to the flower base one by one.
Step 4: Stuff with cotton, then complete the final seam.
Step 5: Wrap yarn around the stem and secure with glue.
Tips: When sewing the flower stem, tighten the thread loops and secure with glue if needed. When wrapping yarn around the stem, make extra wraps around the area where it meets the flower base for added stability.
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