In Bloom' Corsage

In Bloom Corsage by Anna Nikipirowicz

Project Overview

The In Bloom Corsage is an intermediate-level crochet jewellery design that creates decorative floral brooches. This downloadable pattern from independent designer Anna Nikipirowicz produces wearable corsage pieces featuring crocheted flowers and leaves that can be secured with brooch backs.

What Is Being Made

This pattern creates a complete corsage jewellery set consisting of multiple components. The design includes two sizes of flowers and matching leaves, all intended to be assembled into brooch-style corsages. The large flower measures approximately 20 cm (7.8 inches) in diameter, while the small flower measures approximately 15 cm (6 inches) in diameter. The large leaf measures 22 cm (8.6 inches) in length and 11 cm (4.3 inches) at its widest point, with the small leaf measuring 15 cm (6 inches) in length and 10 cm (4 inches) at its widest point.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

This intermediate crochet project employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for crafters with some experience. The pattern uses essential crochet abbreviations including chain stitches (ch) and chain spaces (ch-space), along with double crochet stitches (dc). The construction method involves creating individual floral and leaf components that are subsequently assembled and embellished to form the finished corsage pieces.

Materials and Tools

The In Bloom Corsage pattern calls for lace-weight and varied-weight yarns to create delicate, dimensional floral elements. Specific yarn recommendations include:

• Rowan Kidsilk Haze Candy Girl 606 – used for the large flower
• Rowan Kidsilk Haze Jelly 597 – used for the leaf components
• Rowan Kidsilk Haze Essence 663 – used for the small flower
• Debbie Bliss Angel – listed as an alternative yarn option

The pattern requires a 4mm (US G6) crochet hook for the main crochet work. Additionally, 5mm (US 8/UK 6) knitting needles are included in the materials list, suggesting that certain components may incorporate knitted elements or finishing techniques. Assembly requires 2 brooch backs and embellishment with 20 large beads or a selection of small buttons, as pictured in the smaller flower design.

Pattern Notes

Tension is not essential to achieve in this project, making it more forgiving for crafters who may struggle with consistent gauge. This flexibility is typical of jewellery and decorative crochet pieces where exact sizing is less critical than in garment construction.