How to Crochet Fall Leaves for Autumn Decor

Crocheting fall leaves is a delightful way to bring the cozy vibes of autumn into your home. Whether you're an experienced crocheter or just starting out, creating these charming leaves can be a fun and rewarding project. The warmth of rich reds, golden yellows, and earthy browns all come together in the intricate stitches, adding a touch of seasonal charm to your decor.

Materials

• Yarn – fall colors, variegated is best and gives your leaf all sorts of fun colors in one skein.
• Crochet hook – size I
• Scissors
• Crochet needle

Instructions

Pattern: This pattern is for the middle leaf, medium sized. Adjust stitches for the small and large leaves.

Step-by-Step Process

1. Chain stitch 10. This will be the center of the leaf.

2. Going back down the chain, follow these stitches for one side of the leaf:

• Skip one stitch
• sl – slip stitch
• sl – slip stitch
• sc – single crochet
• dc – double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• sc – single crochet
• sl – slip stitch
• sl – slip stitch

3. Continue around in a circle to complete the other side of the leaf (this pattern allows for the stitches to represent the leaf’s veins).

• sl – slip stitch
• sl – slip stitch
• sc – single crochet
• dc – double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• sc – single crochet
• sl – slip stitch
• sl – slip stitch
• tie off on the last stitch

4. Leave one of the tails 1 inch long, sticking out, as the leaf’s stem.

5. Use your crochet needle to hide your other tail.

Now it’s ready for a cute crafty display! The fun part is they all come out just a little different, just like leaves off a tree!