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Add extra charm to projects with our enchanting collection of 80+ free crochet applique patterns! These tiny, little yarn creations will take your blankets, bags, clothes, and home decorations to the next level.
The crocheted appliques below range from flowers and animals to different seasonal themes, so you are sure to find the perfect embellishment for your every project. Browse between easy crochet appliques for beginners and detailed designs suitable for experienced crocheters.
These charming yarn embellishments are very quick to make, bringing immense joy in creating personalized gifts and adding handmade charm to ordinary items. Whether you’d like to adorn a baby blanket, spruce up your tote, or create holiday decor, our selection of crochet applique patterns is the right place for you!
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The Easter Bunny crochet pattern by Anabelia Handmade offers a delightful way to add a touch of handmade charm to your Easter celebrations. With Anchor Freccia light fingering yarn and a 1.5 mm crochet hook, you can quickly create these adorable bunnies, making them perfect for last-minute Easter decor or gift embellishments. These cute crochet...
The Swirly Easter Bunny crochet pattern by Atty van Norel is a delightful and whimsical project that’s perfect for beginners and anyone looking to add some Easter charm to their spring decor. This versatile applique design allows you to use any type of yarn, making it easy to customize your bunny to your liking. With...
The Pizza Heart crochet pattern by GoldenLucyCrafts is a fun and quirky way to celebrate love and friendship. This delightful project allows you to create heart-shaped pizza appliques or ornaments that are perfect for Valentine’s Day or as unique gifts for pizza lovers. Crafted using worsted weight yarn and a 5.0 mm hook, this pattern...
Enhance your crochet projects with the adorable Crab Applique pattern by GoldenLucyCrafts. This charming crab design is crafted in the shape of a heart, making it a versatile and delightful addition to various creations. Whether you’re working on children’s blankets, clothing, or an Under the Sea themed project, this crochet crab applique adds a touch...
The Higher Love Motif crochet pattern by Julia Hart offers a delicate and intricate design that’s perfect for adding a touch of love and elegance to your crochet projects. These beautiful pieces are made using size 10 crochet thread and a 1.75 mm hook, resulting in small yet intricate hearts measuring approximately 1 1/2 inches....
The Snail Applique crochet pattern by GoldenLucyCrafts offers a delightful and whimsical design that’s both charming and versatile. This adorable crochet snail features a unique twist, as its shell is crafted in the shape of a heart. This makes it a perfect choice for Valentine’s Day projects or any occasion where you want to add...
The Daisy Center Granny Heart crochet pattern by Lauren Brown offers a delightful twist on the classic granny square heart design. With a charming daisy motif at its center, it will add a touch of floral elegance to your handmade projects. Whether you decide to create crochet dishcloths, lovely buntings, or other decorative items, these...
The Supercute and Easy Paw crochet pattern by MaryJ Handmade is a delightful and straightforward appliqué project perfect for beginners. Designed to add a touch of charm to various crochet projects, this paw appliqué is not only super cute but also easy to make. Using DK weight yarn and a 2.5 mm hook, the pattern...
The Crochet Owl crochet pattern by Laura Maxwell is a delightful and versatile appliqué pattern that adds a touch of whimsy to your crochet projects. Whether you want to embellish a blanket, pillow, hat, or any other crochet item, these adorable owl appliqués are the perfect choice. Crafted with worsted weight yarn and a 5.0...
The Simple & Quick Bunny Crochet Pattern, designed by Christie Selken, is an adorable and beginner-friendly project perfect for creating charming bunny appliqués. Using medium-weight Red Heart Super Saver yarn and a 5 mm crochet hook, you can quickly bring these cute buddies to life. This pattern is an excellent choice for beginners, as it...
The Heart Easter Bunny Applique crochet pattern by GoldenLucyCrafts is a delightful and charming Easter-themed project. The bunny applique is shaped like a heart and measures approximately 5-1/2 inches tall. With its long ears and adorable design, it’s perfect for adding a touch of Easter whimsy to your crafts. This pattern is ideal for beginners...
The Hoppity Hop crochet pattern by DROPS Design is a delightful Easter-themed appliqué project that’s perfect for beginners. Using Garnstudio DROPS Merino Extra Fine yarn and a 3.0 mm crochet hook, you can create these charming spring motifs to add a touch of Easter spirit to your crafts. These bunny appliqués are versatile and can...
The Easter Bunny Applique crochet pattern by Rose Hudd allows you to create adorable bunny appliqués, complete with a carrot. They will make a delightful addition to various crochet projects, making them perfect for Easter-themed creations as well as year-round projects for babies and children. Using basic crochet stitches such as single crochet, half double...
The Granny Bunny crochet pattern by Alessandra Poggiagliolmi offers a delightful way to add a touch of crochet charm to your Easter celebrations or gift-giving occasions. Crafted with mercerized cotton yarn in sport weight and a 3.5 mm crochet hook, these adorable appliques stand at a height of approximately 13 cm. The Granny Bunnies are...
Elevate your crochet projects with the beginner-friendly Twinkler Stars applique pattern by Sandra Paul. These petite stars add a touch of celestial magic to any project, making them ideal for spreading Christmas cheer or embellishing other creative works. Additionally, this pattern offers an excellent way to use up those tiny yarn scraps you might have...
Get into the holiday spirit with the Christmas Tree appliqué crochet pattern by Jane Green. With this pattern, you can infuse your Christmas tree with a handmade touch that’s both festive and charming. By using yarns like YarnArt Jeans or Alize Cotton Gold Solids and a 3.0 mm crochet hook, you’ll be able to bring...
Add a touch of holiday magic to your crochet projects with the Christmas Tree Applique pattern by Natalina Craft. These charming Christmas tree pieces are a delightful addition to your festive creations. Crafted with Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton! aran weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook, they are easy to make and add...
Kerri Brown’s Deer or Fawn Applique crochet pattern is a charming and versatile addition to your holiday crafting projects. Crafted using Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat thread yarn and a 1.0 mm crochet hook, this pattern allows you to create a delightful deer or fawn applique measuring approximately 2.75” x 4.5” (7 cm x 11.5 cm)....
The Gingerbread House Ornament crochet pattern by Mari-Liis Lille brings the delightful charm of a cozy gingerbread house to your holiday decorations. This step-by-step pattern guides you through creating adorable crochet ornaments or even a charming garland. These sweet little houses are perfect for adding a festive touch to your Christmas tree or gifts. Crafted...
Raffaella Tassoni’s Gingerbread House Applique crochet pattern is a delightful and whimsical addition to your holiday crafting. This piece is the perfect choice for adding a touch of sweetness to your festive projects. To create this charming gingerbread house applique, you’ll need sport-weight yarn and a 2.5-mm crochet hook. Schachenmayr Catania yarn is an excellent...
The Heart Angel appliqué crochet pattern by GoldenLucyCrafts is a sweet and charming design that adds a touch of love and angelic grace to your crochet projects. This delightful pattern creates an angel with heart-shaped body and wings, making it a unique and heartwarming addition to various crochet items. Crafted using DK weight yarn and...
Lucy Rozonova’s Snowman Brooch crochet pattern is a delightful and easy-to-follow project that allows you to create charming snowman brooches, perfect for adding a festive touch to your attire during the holiday season. The project offers a finished size of 7 cm, making it a dainty and eye-catching accessory. With an easy skill level, this...
Eleonora Tully’s Crocheted Fish Appliqué pattern offers a quick and straightforward way to add charming fish motifs to your crochet projects. These little pieces are versatile and can enhance a whole variety of items you create. The pattern suggests using cotton DK yarn with a 4mm hook, which results in fish that are approximately 7cm...
Raffaella Tassoni’s Candy Cane Applique crochet pattern is a delightful and versatile addition to your holiday crafting repertoire. Created with Schachenmayr Catania Solids yarn and a 2.5 mm crochet hook, these little appliques are perfect for adding a touch of Christmas charm to a wide range of projects. Measuring approximately 1.2” x 2.1”, these candy...
The Christmas Hearts crochet pattern by GoldenLucyCrafts is a delightful and versatile design that’s perfect for adding a heartfelt touch to your holiday festivities. Crafted in the shape of charming hearts, these ornaments are quick and easy to make, making them a wonderful addition to your Christmas crochet projects. Using sport-weight yarn and a 2.75...
The beginner-friendly Christmas Bells applique crochet pattern by Atty van Norel offers a delightful way to infuse your holiday season with the jingling joy of bells. With this project, you can craft charming bell-shaped ornaments or create a festive garland to decorate your Christmas tree, mantel, or any part of your home. This pattern allows...
The Peppermint Motif appliqué crochet pattern by Clickety Sticks is a delightful and charming design that’s perfect for adding a touch of sweetness to your crochet projects. Shaped like classic peppermint candies, these motifs make lovely additions to various holiday-themed items. Created using Red Heart Super Saver yarn and a 5.5 mm crochet hook, this...
Elevate your crochet game with the charming Mini Dress crochet pattern by Tharana Rasheed. It allows you to craft a miniature dress applique, perfect for adorning a wide range of crochet or fabric projects. With its beginner-friendly level, even novice crocheters can embark on this creative journey. The pattern offers the flexibility to adjust the...
The Tunisian Tree Motif crochet pattern by Amy Minard is a charming design that adds a touch of holiday cheer to your crochet projects. Created using Tunisian crochet simple stitch, this tree motif is constructed from the top down, employing short rows to craft the tree’s trunk. Measuring approximately 5” in height and 4” in...
The Butterfly Pals applique crochet pattern by Premier Yarns Design Team is a delightful addition to your crochet projects. Crafted using Premier Yarns Afternoon Cotton DK yarn and a 2.75mm hook, these charming butterfly pieces are perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to various items. The pattern features intricate details and a unique construction...
Crochet appliques are a fun way to personalize your projects. A cheerful animal on a baby blanket, a little snowflake on holiday decor, or a bold flower on a bag are examples. Every crocheted applique adds a bit of handmade magic and turns simple designs into customized masterpieces.
There are literally hundreds of designs, so you will definitely find just the right applique for any theme, season, or occasion. Our library of free crochet applique patterns features a wide range of styles, from simple shapes to detailed motifs. Beginners can start with basic designs such as hearts or stars, while more experienced crocheters can go for intricate lace projects with multiple color changes.
Appliques are quite quick to create and use very little yarn. This makes them perfect for using up scraps of yarn or experimenting with new techniques.
Crocheted appliques aren’t just about decoration, they’re pretty practical too. Use them to cover up imperfections in a project, add extra layers of warmth, or use them as learning tools for children.
Appliques are also a wonderful way to practice crochet techniques, such as shaping, stitch combinations, and embroidery embellishments. Whether it’s gifts, seasonal projects, or something just for fun, appliques bring charm and character to all crochet creations!
Learn more about applique crochet patterns by reading our answers to frequently asked questions.
The best yarn for crochet appliques is lightweight cotton yarn. It gives a sturdy, detailed finish and keeps its shape well. For example, popular choices for appliques on home decor items are Lily Sugar’n Cream cotton yarn, while DMC Natura Just Cotton is perfect for intricate designs on clothing and accessories. Choosing the right yarn is very important for polished and durable appliques.
To attach crochet appliques to items, you can stitch them directly onto your sole fabric using a tapestry needle and matching floss or yarn. Proper attachments keep the applique secure and let it add a seamless decorative touch to your project. Another option is fabric glue – for quick, no-sew methods.
Yes, many crochet applique patterns are designed with very simple shapes and basic stitches that are suitable for beginners. Designs such as hearts, stars, and basic flower or animal appliques make an excellent introduction for anyone wanting to learn the most basic crochet skills. These little projects are very quick but, at the same time, very satisfying and useful for almost anything.
Choose a sturdy yarn, such as cotton, and attach it securely to your items. Wash gently, either using a gentle cycle or hand washing, to help maintain the shape of the applique and the stitches. It is sure to keep color detail and durability for a long time.
The best crochet hook sizes for appliques range between 2.5 mm and 4 mm, depending on the pattern, yarn weight, and how tightly you want the stitches to be defined. The smaller sizes provide excellent detail and may be used with fine-weight yarn. A 3.5 mm or 4 mm crochet hook works well with worsted-weight yarn where larger, less detailed appliques are considered.
Yes, changing the crochet hook size is a simple way to make your applique smaller or larger without altering the pattern. A smaller hook size will make a more delicate applique, while a larger hook, on the other hand, will make it bigger. Just remember to keep yarn and hook sizes matched so the stitching stays neat and the shape well-defined.
