Turn your home into a winter wonderland by making these snowflake crochet ornaments by Anastassiya Bond. This intricate lace design captures the essence of snowy wonder perfectly, while taking the shape of a blooming spring flower. Whether adorning your holiday tree or serving as delicate embellishments, these snowflakes will bring a touch of handmade magic to your seasonal celebrations!
Required Supplies for This Crochet Snowflake Project
A 1.5 mm crochet hook and cotton thread yarn in size 10 will help you create a fine and detailed result.
A fantastic will make YarnArt Violet 10 or the well-known Aunt Lydia’s Classic Cotton available in snowy white colors and bolder shades. You will need about 33 yards (30 m) to complete one motif, meaning one ball will allow you to whip up a whole set of ornaments.
When made with these materials, the finished crochet snowflake should measure approx. 3 inches (11 cm).
Who Can Make These Crochet Snowflakes?
Anastassiya Bond’s pattern is designed for crocheters with an advanced beginner level, making it an ideal project for those seeking to enhance their skills. The pattern includes only a chart, so if you don’t know how to read crochet diagrams, check out our guide first.
Crochet Techniques Used In This Snowflake Pattern
This crochet snowflake pattern uses basic stitches and post stitches to create an intricate texture. The key techniques you will use while working on this project include:
- Double Crochet
- Treble Crochet
- Front and Back Post Double Crochet
- Popcorns and Picots
If any of the above stitches are new to you, be sure to practice them with our video tutorials.
Finishing & Blocking Tips
Once you have finished your snowflake ornaments, don’t forget to block them properly. For this, soak the ornaments gently in lukewarm water and pin them to a blocking board. Allow them to dry completely and then remove the pins. To ensure your snowflakes have beautiful, crisp edges, add starch or stiffener to the water.
Top tip: Decorate your ornaments with glitter or beads for a beautiful sheen and extra flair.
