Crochet Zinnia Flower Tutorial — Layered Petals with Wire-Supported Leaves & Bee Accent

Crochet Zinnia Flowers are a delightful and fun project to add a pop of color to your day! With their intricate petals and vibrant hues, these crochet creations can brighten up any space or even be used as a lovely handmade gift for a friend. Whether you are a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, crafting these charming zinnias can be a rewarding and relaxing experience. So grab your crochet hook, pick out some colorful yarn, and let your creativity bloom with these cheerful crochet zinnia flowers!

Materials Needed:

Pink and green yarn

Crochet hook

Craft wire

Glue

Filling material for the flower bee

Zinia Flower Pattern:

Flower Part (Two Layers):

Start with a Double Circle (or Magic Ring):

Chain (CH) 1 (does not count as a stitch)

Do 9 single crochets (SC) inside the ring

Pull tight and close with a slip stitch (SL ST)

First Layer Petals (Round 2):

CH 1 (does not count as a stitch)

Work in front loops only:

Do 1 SC, then CH 8

Find second stitch from the hook, do 1 SC in each space up to 8 SC

Close with a peod (tight) SL ST

Repeat for a total of 9 petals, then SL ST to close round

Second Layer Petals (Attach Craft Wire):

Follow the pattern like the first layer but with craft wire for support

Petals have increased height with different stitches including SC, half-double crochet (HDC), and double crochet (DC) increases.

A total of 9 petals, end with an SL ST

Cut off craft wire after completing the second layer.

Flower Heart:

Start with a Double Circle/Magic Ring:

CH 1, do 6 SC in the ring

Increase to 12 SC in the next round

Continue with 12 SC for 3 rounds, working in front loops only in the last round

Petal Round:

Connect with a SL ST, CH 1

In current space: 1 SC, then 3 CH, followed by an SL ST

Repeat around to form petals

Small Flowers (For the B part):

Start with Double Circle:

CH 3, then do 2 triple crochet (TRC), CH 3, and SL ST in the circle

Repeat to make a total of 5 petals

Green Part (Leaf):

Start with a Double Circle:

CH 1, 5 SC in the circle

Increase to 10 SC in the next round

Work 10 SC in each round up to round 9

Round 10: Create petals with CH, DC, and SL ST patterns

Leaf Pattern:

Chain 20, start in the second stitch from the hook:

1 SC, followed by a gradual increase in stitch height up to 8 DC

Add 4 HDC, 3 SC, then 1 SC, CH 1, and 1 SC in the last stitch

Work the mirror pattern on the other side, finish off with a SL ST

Assembly:

Assemble the flower by attaching the crafted parts together, including the flower heart, petals, and bee parts.

Utilize craft wire, filling, and glue as needed to secure and shape the flower components.

Notes:

• Adjust the crochet hook size according to the yarn's requirements.
• The Craft wire enhances petal and leaf structure.
• Watch the video for visual guidance on stitch execution and assembly details.