How to crochet a beautiful Lily | beginner-friendly tutorial + free pattern (step-by-step)

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Hi everyone! :) Here is the written pattern for my popular crochet lily tutorial. This project is simple, relaxing, and perfect for beginners. It creates a soft, natural-looking flower that adds a touch of "dreamy" inspiration to any space. Please watch the step-by-step video tutorial for a visual demonstration of the stitch placements and how to incorporate the wire.

Happy crocheting!

Materials:

  1. Yarn: Weight 4 cotton acrylic yarn in your choice of petal color, yellow (for stamens), and green (for the stem and leaf).
  2. Crochet hook: 4 mm.
  3. Tools: Stitch marker (or bobby pin), scissors, yarn needle, wire, wooden stick, and hot glue.
  4. Optional: Blush for shading the petals.

Abbreviations:

  • ch - chain
  • slst - slip stitch
  • sc - single crochet
  • hdc - half double crochet
  • dc - double crochet
  • inc - increase (two stitches in the same stitch)

1. The Petals (Make 6)

The Foundation: Start by making a slip knot and chain 25. Keep your tension gentle and relaxed.

Row 1 (Back Loops):

  • Turn the chain over and work into the back loops.
  • Insert a sc into the 2nd stitch from the hook (mark this stitch).
  • sc in the next stitch.
  • hdc in the next 2 stitches.
  • dc in the next 14 stitches.
  • hdc in the next 3 stitches.
  • sc in the next 2 stitches.
  • In the very last stitch, work 3 sc into the same stitch while rotating your work to begin the front side of the chain.

Row 1 (Front Side - Working in Reverse):

  • sc in the next 2 stitches.
  • hdc in the next 3 stitches.
  • dc in the next 14 stitches.
  • hdc in the next 2 stitches.
  • sc in the next 2 stitches.
  • slst into the first marked stitch.

Adding the Wire:

  • Place the wire along your stitches.
  • Work a sc increase (2 sc in one stitch) while keeping the wire included.
  • hdc in the next 2 stitches.
  • dc in the next 2 stitches.
  • dc inc in the next 11 stitches.
  • hdc inc in the next 4 stitches.
  • sc inc in the next 3 stitches.
  • At the tip, chain 3 and slip stitch to create a point.
  • Now for the other side, start by inserting a sc inc in the next 3 stitches.
  • hdc inc in the next 4 stitches.
  • dc inc in the next 11 stitches.
  • dc in the next 2 stitches.
  • hdc in the next 2 stitches.
  • sc inc in the next stitch.
  • slst into the very first stitch and secure the loop over the wire.
  • Optional: Apply a touch of blush to the center for a soft, natural look.

2. The Stamens and Leaf

  • Stamens (Make 4): Wrap yellow yarn around the top of a wire, curve the end, and twist it.
  • Stems: Cover the twisted part of the stamen wires with green yarn.
  • Leaf: Follow the exact same pattern as the petal base, but add the wire right at the foundation base and work only till Row 1.

3. Assembly

  1. Stamens: Bundle the four yellow stamens together and secure them with yarn.
  2. The Main Stem: Use hot glue to attach the stamen bundle to a wooden stick and secure it by wrapping it with green yarn.
  3. Petals: Arrange the 6 petals around the center one by one, securing them with hot glue until they sit nicely together.
  4. Final Touches: Wrap the base of the flower and the entire wooden stick with green yarn to cover any inconsistencies.
  5. Leaf: Attach the leaf to the stem as you wrap the yarn down the stick.

Style Tip: These lilies look amazing in soft pastel colors or even a bold white for a classic look!

If you enjoyed this project, check out my other cozy flower tutorials on YouTube for more "soft inspiration". Happy crocheting! ✨