Everyone loves handmade ornaments on a tree. This beautiful little crochet
snowflake is just perfect for Christmas. Hang them on the tree or tie them on a
package. I will be doing them in metallic thread as well. I will be adding some
beading as well to mine. Original pattern was designed by Julie Buldoc. USED
WITH PERMISSION
Pretty Snowflake
Materials Needed
Small amount white cotton crochet thread size 10.
Size 7 steel crochet hook
Fabric Stiffener
Straight pins
Foam Board
Waxed Paper
A paper towel
Tapestry Needle
Ornament hanger
Gauge 10sc=1″
Finished Size 4″ diameter
Skill Level Beginner
Instructions :
RND 1: Ch6, join w/slst to first ch to form ring. Ch3. 2dc in ring. Ch6, join w/slst
to 6th ch from hook. *3dc in ring. Ch6, join w/slst to 6th ch from hook. Rep
from * 4 times more. You should now have 6 ch6 loops around.
RND 2: Slst into the next dc. Ch3. 2dc, ch5, 2dc in
next ch6 lp. *Sk next dc. Dc in next dc. Sk next dc. 2dc, ch5, 2dc in next ch6
lp. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top of ch3.
RND 3: Ch3. Sk next 2 dc. Dc, ch3, dc, ch5, dc, ch3, dc
in next ch5 sp. Sk next 2 dc. *Dc in next dc. Sk next 2 dc. Dc, ch3, dc, ch5,
dc, ch3, dc in next ch5 sp. Sk next 2 dc. Rep from * around. Join w/slst to top
of ch3.
RND 4: Ch3. Sc in next ch3 sp. Dc, ch3, dc, ch3, dc,
ch5, dc, ch3, dc, ch3, dc in next ch5 sp. Sc in next ch3 sp. Ch3. Sk next dc.
*Sc in next dc. Sc in next ch3 sp. Dc, ch3, dc, ch3, dc, ch5, dc, ch3, dc, ch3,
dc in next ch5 sp. Sc in next ch3 sp. Ch3. Sk next dc. Rep from * around. Join
w/slst to first base of ch3. Fasten off. Weave all ends into work. Stiffen with
fabric stiffener. Attach hanger to one of the points.
To Stiffen Snowflake:
- Pin waxed paper to foam board to protect it.
- Pour 1-2 tbsp fabric stiffener into a small bowl, I
used a custard cup. - Dip snowflake into fabric stiffener and completely
soak it till it’s dripping wet. - Pat excess stiffener off with paper towel, do not
wring the snowflake. - Lay the snowflake onto the waxed paper covered board
and stretch and pin it into shape. - Allow to dry overnight! Be patient for best results.
- When dry, remove from board and attach hanger. If
you like, you can sprinkle irredesent flakes on it while it is still wet for
a sparkly effect.Hint: If you plan to make a bunch of snowflakes,
crochet them all first, then use a large foam board and use a larger amount
of stiffener. In other words, stiffen them all at once.