A crocheted rose becomes a charming wearable accent in this Crochet Felted Rose Pin Pattern. Made with wool yarn in peony pink and thyme green, the flower is built in five rounds, felted for added texture, and finished with two leaves, a button or bead center, and a bar pin. It is an enjoyable project for crocheters who want to practice layered petals, felting, and neat assembly while creating a handmade accessory to wear, gift, or display.
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Project
- It creates dimensional petals. The rose grows from five small petals into ten larger outer petals, giving the flower a naturally layered appearance.
- Felting adds texture and structure. The washing process softens the stitch definition and helps the rose hold its shaped form.
- It is useful as a handmade accessory. The finished flower can be attached to a coat, bag, scarf, hat, or gift wrapping.
- It offers focused stitch practice. You will work single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, slip stitches, chains, back loops, and increases.
- It makes a thoughtful small gift. The floral design suits birthdays, spring celebrations, craft fairs, and handmade gift exchanges.
My Crochet Flower Tip: Keep the rose, leaves, and backing separate until after felting. This makes it easier to shape each piece and helps prevent the layered petals from sticking together.
What to Know Before You Begin
This project includes one crocheted rose, two leaves, one round backing, a bead or button for the flower center, and a 1 ½-inch bar pin. The rose and leaves are crocheted first, then felted and shaped. After they dry, the center, leaves, backing, and bar pin are sewn into place.
The rose uses Color A, while the leaves use Color B. The backing is worked in Color A. Pay close attention to the instructions worked behind the petals and into specific loops or strands, especially in Rounds 2 and 4 of the rose and Round 1 of the leaf.
Abbreviations
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- slip st: slip stitch
Materials You’ll Need
- Stitch Nation by Debbie Stoller™ Full o’ Sheep™ yarn
- 1 ball, 2705 Peony, Color A
- 1 ball, 2640 Thyme, Color B
- Crochet hook: 8 mm [US L-11]
- Sharp yarn needle
- 1 bead or button
- 1 ½” bar pin
- Straight pins
The wool yarn is used for the crocheted components and felting process. Use the sharp yarn needle for weaving in ends and sewing the flower together. Straight pins help hold the shaped petals, leaves, and backing during assembly.
Complete Crochet Tutorial
Rose (Flower)
Work the rose in Color A. The rounds build progressively larger petal layers, so preserve the specified placement behind the petals as you work.
Round 1
With A, ch 3; join with slip st to first ch forming a ring.
Ch 1, [(sc, ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2) in ring] 5 times; join to first sc – 5 petals.
Round 2
Working behind the petals, ch 1, slip st into back of first sc, ch 2;
[slip st into the back of the next sc, ch 2] 4 times; join to first slip st – 5 ch-2 spaces.
Round 3
Ch 1; [(sc, ch 2, 3 dc, ch 2, sc) in next ch-2 space] 5 times; join to first sc – 5 petals.
Round 4
Working behind the petals, ch 1, slip st into back of first sc;
[ch 2, skip 1 dc, slip st into the 2 strands at the base of the next dc, ch 2, slip st into the upside down “V” formed by the last sc of one petal and the first sc of the next petal] 4 times;
ch 2, skip 1 dc, slip st into back of next dc, ch 2, join to first slip st – 10 ch-2 spaces.
Round 5
Ch 1, [(sc, ch 2, 3 dc, ch 2, sc), in next ch-2 space] 10 times; join to first sc – 10 petals.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Leaves (Make 2)
Make two leaves in Color B. Each leaf begins with a short center vein, followed by the leaf body worked along both sides.
Center Vein
With B, ch 7; working into the back of the chains, slip st into the second ch from the hook, slip st in next 5 ch, ch 1 – 6 slip sts.
Leaf Body
Round 1: Starting on the opposite side and working into the back loops of the center vein;
(slip st, ch 1, hdc) into first ch, dc into next 3 ch, hdc in next ch, sc in next ch, (slip st, ch 2, slip st) into back loop of turning chain;
working down the slip st side, sc in next slip st, hdc in next slip st, dc in next 3 slip sts, (hdc, ch 1, slip st) into last slip st;
join to turning ch – 16 sts.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Felting
Before assembling the flower, put the pieces into pillowcases and tie closed.
Place them in a washing machine with hot water and a small amount of detergent.
Check during the wash cycle regularly until desired amount of felting is achieved.
Rinse soap and squeeze out excess water.
Block into desired shapes and let dry.
Hint: Overlap the outer petals of the rose, pin into place and let dry.
Keep checking the pieces during washing rather than leaving them unattended for the entire cycle. The rose should be shaped while damp so the petals dry in the intended arrangement.
Backing
Work the backing in Color A. This small circular piece covers the joined leaves and helps finish the back of the pin.
Round 1
With A, ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from the hook; join to first sc – 6 sc.
Round 2
Ch1, 2 sc in each sc; join to first sc – 12 sc.
Round 3
Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc; [2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc] 5 times; join to first sc – 18 sc.
Round 4
Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 2 sc; [2 sc in next sc, sc in next 2 sc] 5 times; join to first sc – 24 sc.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Assembly
- Sew bead or button into the middle of the rose.
- Arrange two leaves on the back of rose; pin into place and stitch to the rose with B.
- Place backing on the rose, over the leaves; pin and stitch into place with A.
- Sew bar pin onto back.
When positioning the leaves, place them so their points extend attractively beyond the lower edge of the rose. Pinning before stitching lets you adjust the arrangement while keeping the felted layers aligned.
Creative Ways to Use Your Project
- Wear it as a clothing accent: Attach the rose pin to a jacket lapel, cardigan, scarf, or hat.
- Decorate a handbag: Use the pin as a removable floral embellishment on a tote or purse.
- Give it as a small handmade gift: Add the finished rose to a wrapped present or gift bag.
- Create a spring display: Group the pin with other handmade floral pieces in a small basket or decorative dish.
- Style a seasonal arrangement: The peony and thyme colors work well with spring, garden, and nature-inspired displays.
- Make coordinated accessories: Crochet additional flowers in complementary colors while keeping the felted rose as the focal piece.
Caring for Your Crochet Project
Handle the finished pin gently, particularly around the bead or button, stitched leaves, and bar pin. Store it flat or in a small box so the outer petals are not crushed.
Dust the flower lightly with a soft brush or use gentle air to remove surface dust. If spot cleaning is necessary, use only minimal moisture and avoid soaking the assembled pin. Let it dry completely before storing or wearing it.
Keep the rose away from excessive heat, which may affect the felted shape and attached components. If a petal becomes flattened, reshape it carefully by hand and secure it with a straight pin until it settles.
Tips for Better Results
- Count the petals after each rose round. Round 1 and Round 3 create 5 petals, while Round 5 creates 10 petals.
- Work carefully behind the petals. Rounds 2 and 4 establish the spaces for the next petal layers.
- Use the specified loops and strands. The leaf body is worked into the back loops of the center vein, while Round 4 of the rose includes a slip stitch into the 2 strands at the base of a double crochet.
- Watch the turning chain in the leaves. The center shaping is made with
(slip st, ch 2, slip st)into the back loop of the turning chain. - Secure ends before felting. Fasten off and weave in ends on every separate component so they remain tidy during washing.
- Check the felting regularly. Removing the pieces when they reach the desired amount of felting helps you control the final texture.
- Shape the rose while damp. Overlap the outer petals and pin them in place before allowing the flower to dry.
- Pin before stitching. Arrange the leaves and backing first, then sew once the placement looks balanced.
Color and Styling Variations
The approved pattern uses Peony for the rose and backing and Thyme for the leaves. As optional variations, you can:
- Use another flower color while keeping the leaves in a muted green.
- Try a darker rose color for a richer autumn accessory.
- Pair several finished pins in coordinated shades for a bouquet-inspired display.
- Use pale flower colors and green leaves for a soft spring palette.
- Choose a contrasting bead or button so the center becomes a noticeable focal point.
- Arrange the finished pin on a neutral scarf, bag, or jacket so the flower colors stand out.
Changing the yarn or hook size may affect the felting behavior, final dimensions, stitch definition, and amount of yarn required. Treat substitutions as experiments and preserve the approved instructions when making the original version.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this pattern beginner-friendly?
It is suitable for a crocheter who is comfortable with basic stitches and is ready to practice working behind petals, into back loops, and into specific strands. The felting and assembly stages also require careful handling.
What yarn is recommended?
The pattern specifies Stitch Nation by Debbie Stoller™ Full o’ Sheep™ yarn: one ball of 2705 Peony for Color A and one ball of 2640 Thyme for Color B.
What crochet hook should I use?
Use an 8 mm [US L-11] crochet hook.
How many leaves does the project include?
Make two leaves. Each leaf has a six-slip-stitch center vein and a 16-stitch leaf body.
Can I change the flower and leaf colors?
Yes, color changes are an optional styling choice. The approved version uses Color A for the rose and backing and Color B for the leaves.
When should the pieces be felted?
Felt the rose, leaves, and backing pieces before assembly. Place the pieces in tied pillowcases, wash them in hot water with a small amount of detergent, check them regularly, then rinse, squeeze out excess water, block, and dry.
How is the rose shaped?
Overlap the outer petals, pin them into place, and let the rose dry in that shape after felting.
How is the pin assembled?
Sew the bead or button into the rose center, stitch the two leaves to the back with Color B, place and stitch the backing over the leaves with Color A, and sew the bar pin onto the back.
Can I use a different yarn?
A different yarn may change the felting result, texture, size, and yarn requirements. For the specified version, use the listed wool yarn and 8 mm hook.
Conclusion
This Crochet Felted Rose Pin Pattern combines layered petals, shaped leaves, and simple finishing details to create a textured floral accessory. Wear it, gift it, or use it as part of a handmade seasonal display. For another floral project to compare with this design, explore the Free Red Heart Felted Rose Pin Crochet Pattern.
