If you are looking to add a whimsical touch to your crochet projects, this Crochet Butterfly Applique Pattern is the perfect way. It will brighten up blankets, hats, scarves, bags, or even garments.
With its cheerful colors and charming shape, this butterfly design brings a bit of springtime flair to any handmade item. It’s a small project with big personality—ideal for turning something simple into something special.
Free pattern by Rose Hudd from Hookfully
This beginner-friendly pattern is written in US crochet terms and uses DK (weight 3) yarn. You’ll work with basic stitches like single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, and the bobble stitch.
You’ll also need to know how to start with a magic ring and do some light sewing to assemble the pieces. The finished appliqué measures approximately 15 cm high by 14 cm wide, making it the perfect size for most decorative uses.
To complete your Crochet Butterfly Applique, you’ll need just a small amount of yarn in three cheerful colors. The pattern sample uses King Cole Pricewise DK in yellow (3g), orange (4g), and candy pink (5g), totaling only 12g of yarn.
You’ll also need a 4mm crochet hook, tapestry needle, scissors, optional stitch markers, and two 6mm safety eyes. The simple construction and minimal materials make this a great stash-busting project!
Whether you’re embellishing a baby blanket or crafting fun wall art, this butterfly appliqué is a fast and satisfying project. It’s a sweet way to practice shaping techniques while making something that’s sure to spread smiles.
Skill Level
Easy – confident beginner
Gauge
Approximately 2” x 2” gauge swatch = 7 rows of 9 hdc
Size
14cm wide x 15cm high
Materials
Brand – King Cole pricewise DK
A – Yellow: 10 yards
B – Orange: 14 yards
C – Candy: 17 yards
Total – 41 yards
Supplies
Size G Crochet Hook 4.0mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
Sewing needle
6mm safety eyes x 2
