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Forever Bloom Mother's Day Bouquet

A charming collection of three everlasting crochet flowers perfect for gifting on Mother's Day.

Difficulty
🟢 Beginner
Time
⏱️ 3-4 hours
Hook
🪡 D/3 / 3.25mm
Yardage
🧶 approximately 200 yards total
Finished Size
📏 Each flower approximately 3 inches wide, stems 8 inches long
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Always make a gauge swatch before starting!
Gauge: 20 sc x 22 rows = 4 inches in single crochet
Adjust hook size as needed to match gauge.
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At a Glance

The Forever Bloom Mother's Day Bouquet is a free Beginner-level wearable pattern using Sport weight yarn with a D/3 / 3.25mm hook . Estimated time: 3-4 hours. Finished size: Each flower approximately 3 inches wide, stems 8 inches long. You'll need approximately approximately 200 yards total of yarn.

19 steps across 5 sections  ·  Free under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 — you can sell finished items

🛒 Materials

Sport weight yarn in pink
60 yards for flower petals
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Sport weight yarn in yellow
20 yards for flower centers
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Sport weight yarn in green
120 yards for stems and leaves
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Floral wire or pipe cleaners
Three pieces, 9 inches each
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Yarn needle
For weaving in ends
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Polyester fiberfill
Small amount for flower centers
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📌 Before You Begin

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Make 3 flowers total for the bouquet. Feel free to use different colors for each flower.

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Stems are worked around floral wire for structure.

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Leave long tails when changing colors for easier assembly.

🧶 Pattern Instructions

💡 Tip: Keep stitches tight to prevent fiberfill from showing through.
  1. Round 1
    With yellow yarn, make a magic ring, ch 1, work 6 sc in ring, pull tight, st">sl st to first sc. (6 sts)
  2. Round 2
    Ch 1, inc in each st around, st">sl st to first sc. (12 sts)
  3. Round 3
    Ch 1, sc in each st around, st">sl st to first sc. (12 sts)
  4. Finish
    Fasten off, leaving 8-inch tail. Stuff lightly with fiberfill.
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💡 Tip: The second layer of petals creates lovely dimension for the flowers.
  1. Round 1
    With pink yarn, ch 36, st">sl st to first ch to form ring, being careful not to twist. Ch 1, sc in each ch around, st">sl st to first sc. (36 sts)
  2. Round 2
    Ch 1, *sc in next st, ch 3, dc in next st, ch 3, skip 2 sts*, repeat from * to * around, st">sl st to first sc. (6 petals made) — Note: Repeat uses 6 sts (1 sc + skip 2 + 3 sts on next repeat setup), and 36 sts ÷ 6 sts per repeat = 6 complete petals.
  3. Round 3
    Working behind petals, *st">sl st between skipped sts from previous round, ch 4*, repeat from * to * around. (6 ch-spaces)
  4. Round 4
    *In ch-4 space work (sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc)*, repeat from * to * in each ch-space around, st">sl st to first sc. (6 larger petals made)
  5. Finish
    Fasten off, leaving 10-inch tail for assembly.
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💡 Tip: Work tightly around the wire to keep it secure inside the stem.
  1. Setup
    With green yarn, ch 4. Before starting to crochet, insert floral wire lengthwise through the interior loops of the chains. Then sc in 2nd ch from hook and across all chains, encasing the wire inside the stitches. (3 sc)
  2. Rows 2-50
    Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across, encasing wire inside stitches as you work. (3 sc per row)
  3. Finish
    Fasten off, leaving 8-inch tail. Trim wire if needed and tuck end inside crochet.
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💡 Tip: Leaves are worked flat in rows on both sides of the foundation chain to create a realistic leaf shape. The stitch increases and decreases form a pointed oval.
  1. Row 1
    With green yarn, ch 8, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next 2 ch, dc in next 2 ch, hdc in next ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of foundation chain: hdc in next st, dc in next 2 sts, hdc in next 2 sts, sc in last st, ch 1, turn. (15 sts)
  2. Row 2
    Sc in each st across. (15 sts)
  3. Finish
    Fasten off, leaving 6-inch tail for attaching to stems.
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💡 Tip: Bend stems gently to create natural-looking curves in your bouquet.
  1. Step 1
    Thread yarn needle with tail from flower center. Place center in middle of petal layer and sew securely through both pieces.
  2. Step 2
    Thread yarn needle with tail from petals. Position flower on top of stem and sew securely to the top 5 rows of stem.
  3. Step 3
    Using yarn tails from leaves, sew 2 leaves to each stem, positioning them 2-3 inches below the flower head at opposite angles.
  4. Step 4
    Arrange the three flowers together as a bouquet. Secure stems together 4 inches from bottom by wrapping green yarn around several times and tying off.
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✂️ Finishing

Weave in all remaining yarn ends using yarn needle. Trim any excess yarn close to work. Shape petals by gently cupping them with your fingers to create dimension. Bend floral wire stems to arrange flowers at different heights and angles for a natural bouquet appearance. Optionally, tie a ribbon around the bundled stems for an extra special presentation. Display in a vase or wrap in tissue paper as a gift.

🧺 Care Instructions

Spot clean only with damp cloth if needed. Do not machine wash or submerge in water as this may damage the floral wire. Store in a dry location away from direct sunlight to preserve yarn colors. These flowers will last for years with proper care, making them a lasting keepsake for Mother's Day.

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Questions About This Pattern

Absolutely — just match the weight (Sport). You'll need about approximately 150 yards total, so make sure your substitute has enough meterage. Fine yarns give delicate detail. Cotton is great for structured pieces; mohair adds a halo effect for a dreamy look.
Yes! This is one of the friendlier patterns to start with. You only need to know: ch, sc, hdc, dc. Work slowly, count your stitches at the end of each row, and don't be afraid to frog (rip back) and redo a section — that's how everyone learns. Budget about 3-4 hours; beginners often take a bit longer, and that's totally fine.
Usually it's the joining or finishing — where individual sections meet and need to align. Read through the entire pattern once before you start so there are no surprises. Use stitch markers generously to track your place, especially in rounds. If a section looks wrong, count your stitches before proceeding — catching an error early saves a lot of frogging later.
For this pattern, gauge is "20 sc x 22 rows = 4 inches in single crochet". For decorative or non-fitted items it's less critical, but matching gauge ensures you use the right amount of yarn and get the proportions the pattern intends. If your swatch is too small (too many stitches/inch), go up a hook size. Too large — go down.
Spot clean only with damp cloth if needed. Do not machine wash or submerge in water as this may damage the floral wire. Store in a dry location away from direct sunlight to preserve yarn colors. These flowers will last for years with proper care, making them a lasting keepsake for Mother's Day. A general rule: when unsure about the yarn, hand wash in cool water with a drop of gentle detergent, squeeze (don't wring), and block flat to dry. This is safe for almost every fiber.
Each section builds on the last, so yes — follow them in order. That said, some finishing sections (like embellishments or optional edging) can be skipped if you prefer a simpler look. Read through all sections before starting so you understand how the pieces fit together and can plan your yarn usage across sections.

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