Free Pattern – Simple Snowflake

With just three rounds, this simple snowflake is easy and fast to crochet, and can be made in any size yarn or thread. Make a set for your tree, for a gift, or just for decoration. It works well as an applique too! 

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Simple Snowflake

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Materials

• Any size yarn or thread (yardage will vary based on size and gauge)
• Hook in a comfortable size for your yarn
• Yarn needle
• Fabric stiffener or school glue (optional)

Skill Level

Easy – basic stitches worked in the round. 

Size / Gauge

Size and gauge will depend on materials used. In size 10 thread with a 2.75mm hook, mine came out to about 3 inches in diameter. In worsted weight yarn, with a 4.5mm hook, mine came out to about 5.5 inches in diameter. 

Abbreviations used

(Pattern is written in US terms)
ch = chain
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
ch sp = chain space
st(s) = stitch(es)
sl st = slip stitch
rnd = round

Recommended Resources

• Learn to Crochet – Lesson 3 – Single Crochet
• Learn to Crochet – Lesson 4 – Double Crochet
• Learn to Crochet – Lesson 8 – Granny Square

Instructions

Snowflake

Ch 3 at the start of a round counts as a dc throughout. 

Ch 6, join with sl st to form a circle. 

Rnd 1: Working into the circle: ch 3, 2 dc, (ch 3, 3dc) 5 times, ch 3, join with sl st to first st (18 dc, 6 ch-3 sps)

Rnd 2: Sl st in next 2 sts, (sl st, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp, [ch 1, sk next 3 sts, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp)] 5 times, ch 1, join with sl st to top of starting ch-3 (first dc), (36 dc, 6 ch-3 sps, 6 ch-1 sps)

Rnd 3: Sl st in next 2 sts, ch 1, [(sc, ch-3, sc, ch-7, sc, ch-3, sc) in next ch-3 sp,  ch 1, sk next 3 sts, (sl st, ch 3, sl st) in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, sk next 3 sts] 6 times, join with sl st to first sc, fasten off.  (24 sc, 18 ch-3 loops, 6 ch-7 loops)

Finishing

Weave in all ends. Block and stiffen as desired. 

For bulkier yarns, stiffening may not be needed. In this case, wash and block as normal. 

To stiffen with commercial fabric stiffener, follow package directions. 

To stiffen with glue: Mix glue with a small amount of water. For cotton crochet thread I use a 1:1 ratio, but you may need more or less depending on your fiber. The more water you add, the less stiff it will be. Place snowflakes into the solution and squeeze until completely saturated, then lay flat, pin to shape, and allow to dry. You can remove the pins once the fabric stiffens enough to hold it’s shape. Use wax paper to protect your blocking surface if desired. 

I hope you enjoy making this pattern. A downloadable pdf of this pattern is also available on Ravelry, for a small fee. The fee for the pdf format is to offset the advertising revenue lost when you print or download the pattern rather than viewing it online.

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