Hi guys! The spring is finally here – trees are blooming, flowers are turning their heads to the sun and little birds are chirping relentlessly. I love this season, even though more and more insects are making themselves comfortable in my bedroom 😉
Speaking of insects, though, let’s get to today’s stitch! Let’s discuss the beloved dragonfly stitch <3 Have you seen it, or try it? It’s airy, fun, and very easy to do, because it uses basic stitches. Beginner-friendly!
Let’s dive in!
Lovely openwork
This amazing technique has a lot of different variations, but all of them focus on making lovely openwork in the shape of a dragonfly. It can have elongated or quite short body; sometimes you can even say that it looks more like a butterfly! No matter – basic premise of this stitch is to play with solid stitches and openwork to create beautiful lace.
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crochet roundup!
Each dragonfly stitch pattern I’ve found was unique and beautiful, so I’m very happy that I can show you my selection today. I’m always very excited to share how creative and imaginative crocheters are, because I know there is a big power in our community! 🙂
Read carefully for free crochet patterns and tutorials.
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Pastel and Rainbow Dragonflies
Dragonfly Blanket by szyszka_handmade
Isn’t this colorway truly magical? Finding the yarn that has such amazing color flow isn’t easy, but it’s also not impossible. One tip I can give you – go for colorways that don’t have many contrasts in it, because color changes are much less visible there. Author behind szyszka_handmade chose classic dragonfly pattern, and, as you can see below, it goes with the yarn fantastically.
- photos by @szyszka_handmade on Instagram: top, bottom
This project was based on free crochet pattern for Radiating Dragonflies Throw by Maria Bittner.
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Nashville’s Princess Flower Field Blanket by BumbleBleu
Now this is a true blanket for a princess, right? BumbleBleu used pretty unicorn-colored yarn, which creates subtle stripes throughout the blanket. If you look closely at the pictures below, you will see a structural edging, too! It resembles feathers, and it’t a great finishing touch, don’t you think?
To learn more about fun edgings, check out my article The Best Crochet Edging Ideas.
- photos by BumbleBleu on Ravelry
This project is a version of Nana’s “Square Dancing Dragonflies” by D Maunz, which you can purchase on Ravelry.
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Sweet Dragonfly Baby Blanket by deecrochet3
Multicolored yarn works very well with dragonfly stitch, and this blanket is a proof of that! Subtle openwork stays harmonious with crazy speckles of colors, creating lovely rhythm. Take a close look at the photos below and see subtle color changes that deecrochet3 achieved in her blanket.
- photos by @deecrochet3 on Instagram: top, bottom
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Radiating Dragonflies Throw by RandiNys
Something as simple as choosing the right yarn can transform simple pattern into a fantastic design. This color flow is juicy, dreamy and reminds me of the diversity of the natural world. Dragonfly stitch is a perfect choice, so take a look below at this beauty!
- photos by RandiNys on Ravelry
This project was based on free crochet pattern for Radiating Dragonflies Throw by Maria Bittner.
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Square Dancing Dragonflies Version by Live, Love, Crochet
Author behind Live Love Crochet made the most of her multicolored yarn. The pattern itself is based on lacy squares, but colorful yarn adds another dimension to it – stripes! Don’t be afraid that the color changes will be visible in the middle of the row, because, as you can see below, it doesn’t matter after all and looks lovely.
- photos by @livelove_crochet on Instagram: top, bottom
This project is a version of Nana’s “Square Dancing Dragonflies” by D Maunz, which you can purchase on Ravelry.
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Butterfly Stitch Prayer Shawl by carouselno34
Well, isn’t it the perfect spring accessory? This delicate lacy shawl has everything – beautiful color flow, little lacy butterflies and absolutely stunning edging. Will it be your staple this season?
- photos by carouselno34 on Ravelry
This amazing design is based on this free crochet pattern – Butterfly Stitch Prayer Shawl by njSharon AND DebiAdams.
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Sophisticated and Moody Color Palettes
Dragonfly Stitch Blanket by hiphiphoera
Although this baby blanket used multicolored yarn, you can easily achieve similar effect by using up your leftover yarn ends in different colors. Patterns that work from the center out are especially beautiful, when rings of colors play well with each other. In this lovely blanket by hiphiphoera hues of violet and grey are cheered up by tints of yellow.
- photos by @hiphiphoera on Instagram: top, bottom
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Dark Square Dancing Dragonflies Version by Live, Love, Crochet
If you are not a fan of pastels or vibrant colors, go for neutrals! The colorway you can see below is one of my favorites, because it looks like a misty morning on a cool meadow. Subtle hues of blue and green are dominated by dark tones, but it only adds to the unisex feel this blanket has. Great colorway for the manly accessories!
- photos by @livelove_crochet on Instagram: top, bottom
This project is a version of Nana’s “Square Dancing Dragonflies” by D Maunz, which you can purchase on Ravelry.
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Red and Blue Dragonfly Stitch Blankets by deecrochet3
Just look at this beautiful swarm of dragonflies! Subtle tone changes are clearly visible here and create fantastic background for this pattern. Which color scheme do you prefer?
- photos by @deecrochet3 on Instagram: top, bottom
If you want to try something different, take a look at two designs by Maria Bittner: Dragonfly Chevron Blanket or Dragonfly C2C Throw. Both of them are available as free crochet patterns!
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Dragonfly Stitch Blanket by dbirchall
Are you tired of basic stitches, but you don’t feel confindent enough to leave your safe space? Dragonfly blanket is a great idea for you, then! This stitch is very beginner-friendly, works up fast and adds a lot of character to the otherwise plain design.
- photos by dbirchall on Ravelry
To make a blanket like this, check out free crochet pattern called Dragonfly Blanket by Janaya Chouinard.
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Dragonfly Blankets by skinnybeader
Ombre yarns are fantastic for square blankets, because you can see the colors flow from the inside out! This lovely transition from berry to black is subtle and refined.
- photos by @skinnybeader on Instagram: top and bottom
Hues of green flow from one to another, just like in nature! Little dragonflies are perfect addition to this fantastic yarn. If you want them to be smaller, go for a design that uses single crochet or half double crochet stitches instead of double crochet.
- photos by @skinnybeader on Instagram: top and bottom
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Various Dragonfly Crochet Ideas
Dragonfly Crochet Blanket by Repeat Crafter Me
Let’s change our optics for a while, shall we? Although most of the projects presented in this post uses dragonfly motif in lacy designs, this one is different. Mastermind behind our beloved blog Repeat Crafter Me came up with a simple dragonfly square, that has grown into a lovely blanket. Graphic quality of this design was possible thanks to the use of tapestry crochet. Take a look below and make your own, because it’s a free pattern!
- photos by Repeat Crafter Me (repeatcrafterme.com)
This blanket is available as free crochet pattern on repeatcrafterme.com.
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Dragonfly Shawl by Ekaygdesigns
This beautiful design shows us how different kinds of yarns react with openwork stitches. As you can see, dragonflies are much more visible on solid colors than speckled parts of this project, but when put against contrasting color, such as black, they will appear again!
- photos by @ekaygdesigns on Instagram: top, bottom
This particular shawl was based on paid pattern called Dragonfly in a V Shawl by Fleur’s Refaire, but if you would like to try free pattern first, go for Dragonfly Bandana Cowl
by Maria Bittner.
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Dragonfly Shawlette by Elena Kozhukhar
This tiny shawlette can grow and grow into a full-fledged shawl, it depends only on your imagination! Beautiful scalloped edge adds to the feminine style and is a lovely finishing touch. Make if for a woman dear to your heart, she will love it!
- photos by Elena Kozhukhar on Ravelry
This project is available as free pattern here: Dragonfly Shawlette by Elena Kozhukhar.
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Dragonfly Delight Dishcloth by Jennifer Pionk
This lovely square can become your favorite kitchen accessory, or a piece of a bigger project! Remember that you can always join squares to make a blanket or afghan – it’s much easier to make it this way!
- photos by Jennifer Pionk on Ravelry
This fantastic project can be your next WIP, because it’s available as free crochet pattern here – Dragonfly Delight Dishcloth by Jennifer Pionk.
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That’s all for today, but I’ll be back with much more inspiring projects and free patterns. Like, share and subscribe if you like what you see. Stay tuned!
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