Crochet Snowflakes Mini CAL – Part 1 + Video!
Woo-hoo! Part one of my winter-themed Mini CAL is here, so dive into the world of delicate crochet snowflakes and magical handmade ornaments.
To start off on the right note, the first pattern of this series is available in two sizes, which are very similar but differ in the details. They will look lovely on your Christmas tree, as a garland, or used as a table decoration during this year’s festivities.
Below you will find links to the next parts of this CAL, which is and will remain free, so you will always have the chance to make it. They will be published every Tuesday in November 2020. Start now, so that you are ready before Christmas!
Free Crochet Video Tutorial
Learn with me step by step!
Video tutorial for right-handed crocheters
Video tutorial for left-handed crocheters
How to Block Crochet Ornaments
…be sure to see my video about how I block and stiffen my crochet ornaments, or read an article about it.
DISCOVER THE REST OF THE PATTERNS
- INTRODUCTION – general info, links, FAQ
- 27 October 2020 / Part 1 – Crystal Star Snowflake – you are here 🙂
- 3 November 2020 / Part 2 – Frozen Flower Snowflake
- 10 November 2020 / Part 3 – Crown Jewel Snowflake
- 17 November 2020 / Part 4 – Icy Lace Snowflake
- 24 November 2020 / Part 5 – Winterland Snowflake
- 1 December 2020 / Part 6 – Bonus Pattern! Winter Crystal Snowflake
Pattern Notes
Skill Level
beginner
Terms
standard US
Techniques
- chain (ch)
- single crochet (sc)
- treble crochet (tr)
- slip stitch (sl st)
Materials and Tools
- yarn: 100% cotton thread – I used an unpopular Polish one, but something like Scheepjes Maxi Sugar Rush should be ok, too!
- crochet hook 1.5 mm
- scissors
Measurements
- big snowflake: circa 9 cm (3,55″)
- small snowflake: circa 8 cm (3,15″)
- remember that your yarn weight of choice, hook size and crocheting style can affect the final size of the ornament, as well as blocking and stiffening.
Big Crystal Star Crochet Snowflake
START
chain 6, close with slip stitch.
ROUND 1
chain 6, *2 tr into the loop, 2 ch* x 6, 1 tr, close with sl st.
ROUND 2
chain 4, 4 tr in chain space, *10 ch, 5 tr in chain space* x 6, 10 ch, close with sl st.
IMPORTANT! In round 3 all single crochet stitches are worked in between treble crochet stitches, or in chain space. Why? You have 5 trebles from round two, but you need to work only 4 stitches in this row, so working in between them allows you to make it symmetrical.
ROUND 3
chain 1, [*1 sc, 4 ch, 1 sc* in one st (between first and second treble), 2 sc, *1 sc, 4 ch, 1 sc* in one st (between second to last and last treble), *6 sc in the big chain space, 5 ch, 6 sc in the big chain space*] x 7, close with sl st.
Fasten off, secure the yarn, and don’t forget to block and stiffen your snowflakes!
Small Crystal Star Crochet Snowflake
START
chain 6, close with slip stitch.
ROUND 1
chain 6, *2 tr into the loop, 2 ch* x 6, 1 tr, close with sl st.
ROUND 2
chain 4, 4 tr in chain space, *8 ch, 5 tr in chain space* x 6, 8 ch, close with sl st.
IMPORTANT! In round 3 all single crochet stitches are worked in between treble crochet stitches, or in chain space.
ROUND 3
chain 1, [4 sc (between the trebles), *5 sc in the big chain space, 5 ch, 5 sc in the big chain space*] x 7, close with sl st.
Fasten off, secure the yarn, and don’t forget to block and stiffen your snowflakes! Remember that blocking and stiffening are essential because that makes them look good. Don’t be intimidated by this, though – it’s easy!
You are done!
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