Gumdrop Flower

"This flower is made in three sections which are sewn together. The round element in the center, which resembles a gumdrop, can also be used separately as a button on any other project. Instructions are included for making the flower into a brooch. This colorful flower can be used as an applique on many different types of projects, including hats, scarves, cowls, shawls, blankets, bags, purses, and more. Instructions are included for making the flower into a brooch, but it can easily be attached to a hair clip. Learn now to make this lovely flower center that looks like a little “yarnie gumdrop”. Also, learn how to make a nicely pointed picot. Let your creativity flow!"

NotesInstructions on how to work a modified half-double crochet, a pointy picot, a gumdrop flower center, and an invisible join (needle join) are included.

Crochet Hook4.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet Gauge4" to 5" flower, depending on size hook and yarn used.

Finished Size4" to 5"

Materials List

• 0.3 oz worsted-weight yarn. Samples in photo above are made with Red Heart Unforgettable, which is a self-striping yarn with long color changes.