Brighten up your next project with these fun and easy Weather Appliques. This free crochet pattern is a wonderful way to use up leftover DK yarn while adding a touch of handmade charm to your creations.
Quick to make and beginner-friendly, these appliques offer a cheerful little project for crocheters of all skill levels.
The pattern includes a sun, rainbow, raindrops, fluffy clouds, and a sweet umbrella. All worked in simple shapes that come together beautifully.
Free pattern by Rose Hudd from Hookfully
Each applique is small, fast, and satisfying to complete, making them perfect for scrap-busting sessions or those moments when you want a creative win without a long time commitment.
These adorable appliques can be added to blankets, hats, cardigans, tote bags, wall hangings, or even handmade greeting cards. Mix and match them to create your own little weather scene.
Sunny skies, stormy clouds, or a rainbow after the rain! They’re a delightful way to personalize gifts, kids’ items, or seasonal décor pieces.
With just a few scraps of yarn and a dash of creativity, you can crochet a charming collection of weather-themed accents that spark joy wherever they’re placed. Whether you’re crafting for fun, gifting, or adding detail to a handmade project, these Weather Appliques are sure to bring a smile.
Skill Level
Easy – confident beginner
Gauge
Approximately 2” x 2” = 11 rows of 9 sc
Size
Sun: Finished size: 10cm circumference
Finished cloud size: 9cm x 5cm
Finished rain drop size: 1.5cm x 2cm
Rainbow: Finished size: 10cm x 6cm
Umbrella and Rain Drops: Finished size – 8cm x 11cm
Materials
DK (weight 3) yarn in various colors. Each appliqué uses very little yarn so it’s a great project to use up scraps.
For the Sun: King Cole Pricewise DK/ Light Worsted / #3 yarn weight.
A – Lemon
B- Baby peach
Total: 7 yards
For the Clouds and Rain: King Cole Pricewise DK/ Light Worsted / #3 yarn weight.
- A – White
- B- Baby Sky
Total: 11 yards
For the Rainbow: King Cole Pricewise DK/ Light Worsted / #3 yarn weight.
A – Lemon
B – Baby pink
C – Peach
D – Lilac
E – Candy
Total – 10 yards
For the Umbrella and Rain: King Cole Pricewise DK/ Light Worsted / #3 yarn weight.
B – Lilac
A – Candy
Yardage: 10yds
Supplies
Size G Crochet Hook 4.0mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
Note: When clicking on the link, each individual free crochet pattern is on a separate page. On the blog post click on each applique photo near the bottom to get the free crochet pattern details.
