Crochet Irish Rose Motif

Create a beautiful Irish Rose motif using the art of crochet. This intricate design features delicate petals and a textured center, making it a lovely addition to any project. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this motif is a fun and rewarding pattern to work on. You can use different colors to customize your rose and make it truly unique.

The Irish Rose motif can be used to embellish clothing, accessories, home decor items, or even be turned into a standalone piece of art. This motif is versatile and can be incorporated into a wide range of projects, from blankets to scarves to bags. Whether you're making it as a gift for a loved one or as a special touch for your own creations, the Irish Rose motif is sure to impress with its timeless beauty.

Skill: Easy

Size: About 4″ round

Materials: Size 10 Crochet Cotton: White (W) – 35 yards.

Crochet Hook:Steel 7 (1.65 mm)

JOINING WITH SC

When instructed to join with sc, begin with sl knot on hook, insert hook in st or sp indicated, yo and pull up a loop, yo and draw through both loops on hook.

General Starching Directions

Cut a piece of cardboard larger than the article to be stiffened. Cover the cardboard with clear plastic wrap.

Lay the article on the plastic, stretch out and pin into the correct shape.

Generously spray with heavy spray starch. Allow to dry completely.

This method allows for washing and re-starching whenever necessary.

ROSE CIRCLE

Rnd 1: (Right Side) Starting at center, ch 6, sl st in first ch to form ring; ch 1, (sc in ring, ch 4) 6 times; join with sl st to first sc. (6 ch-4 lps)

DO NOT TURN EACH ROUND.

Rnd 2: Ch 1, (sc, 7 dc, sc) in each ch-4 lp around; join. (6 petals)

Rnd 3: * Ch 5, working behind petals, sl st between next 2 petals, rep from * around. (6 ch-5 lps)

Rnd 4: Ch1, (sc, 9 dc, sc) in each lp around, join.

Rnd 5: * Ch 6, working behind petals, sl st between next 2 petals, rep from * around. (6 ch-6 lps)

Rnd 6: Ch 1, (sc, 11 dc, sc) in each lp around; join.

Rnd 7: * Ch 7, working behind petals, sl st between next 2 petals, rep from * around. (6 ch-7 lps)

Rnd 8: Ch 1, (sc, 13 dc, sc) in each lp around, join.

Rnd 9: Rep Rnd 7.

Rnd 10: Sl st in next ch-7 lp, ch 4 (counts as first dc and ch 1), (dc, ch 1) 7 times in same lp, (dc, ch 1) 8 times in each of next 5 ch-7 lps around; join with sl st to first dc. (48 dc)

Rnd 11: Ch 6 (counts as first dc and ch 3), sl st in 3rd ch from hook (picot made), * dc in next dc, ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from hook (picot), rep from * around, join with sl st to first dc. (48 picots) Finish off and weave in ends.

Finishing– Starch into a 4-inch circle using general starching directions.