Who said snowflakes need to be white? The Quetzal Snowflakes by Jessica Wifall will look beautiful in any color! Actually, their openwork motif takes the shape of a charming flower, so they can also double as lovely spring decorations. Hang them around your house in one or several shades to bring a magical atmosphere to your space!
Materials Needed For Quetzal Snowflake Pattern
You can work these wintery beauties with either thin thread or lightweight yarn, depending on how big you want your crochet snowflakes to be. If you go for a thread, pair it with a 1.5 mm hook, and if you choose fingering yarn, a 3 mm hook will be perfect for the job.
The designer used Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat cotton thread to create snowflakes measuring 2.5 inches and Scheepjes Catona for a bigger version with a diameter of 4.25 inches.
Techniques You’ll Use In This Project
This crochet snowflake pattern is a simple project that uses mostly basic stitches and treble crochet clusters. It might be hard to believe, but it’s done in just two rounds. I can already imagine how quickly these lacy pieces will fly off your hook!
If you’ve been looking for a speedy way to make your holiday ornaments, this pattern is definitely the one.
Stiffening Tips for Crochet Snowflakes
To make sure your finished snowflakes hold their shape well when hanging on your Christmas tree, you need to stiffen them properly.
For this, soak them in a starch solution for several minutes. You can also mix it with water to obtain a slightly stiffening effect. After taking your ornaments out, squeeze them very gently to remove excess liquid.
Now you can pin them down to a blocking mat, polystyrene foam, or a piece of cardboard. Wait until the snowflakes dry and then remove the pins. Ta-dah! It’s done!
