Stained Glass Flower 6 inch and 8 inch Square

Stained Glass Flower 6 Inch and 8 Inch Square Crochet Pattern

Project Overview

The Stained Glass Flower is an intermediate-level crochet square designed by Lois Everett. This downloadable PDF pattern creates decorative motifs in two sizes: a 6-inch square and an 8-inch square. The design features a dimensional flower centerpiece surrounded by open lacework, creating a stained glass aesthetic through strategic color placement and chain-space construction.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a crocheted square motif with a prominent flower design at its center. The finished piece measures 3 inches from tip to tip at the flower's widest point in the base size, with the overall square expanding to 6 inches and 8 inches depending on which version you choose. The open construction and multi-color technique create a decorative element suitable for blankets, afghans, or standalone decorative pieces.

Crochet Techniques Used

• Magic Circle: The pattern begins with a magic circle foundation, allowing you to create a tight center point without a visible hole
• Color Changes: The design incorporates multiple colors, with the second color introduced in the later rounds to create the stained glass effect
• Open Lacework: Chain spaces are strategically used throughout to create the open, airy quality characteristic of stained glass patterns
• Dimensional Shaping: Petal construction uses grouped stitches to create raised, three-dimensional flower elements

Stitches Used

• Single Crochet (sc): Forms the foundation and structural elements throughout the pattern
• Chain Stitch (ch): Creates the open loops and spaces that define the stained glass appearance
• Slip Stitch (slip stitch): Used for joining rounds and creating seamless transitions between sections

Pattern Structure

The Stained Glass Flower follows a five-round construction method. Round one establishes the magic circle base with 12 single crochets. Round two creates 12 chain-4 loops around the circle. Round three forms the six petals by working three single crochets, a chain-3 space, and three more single crochets into alternating loops, with single crochets placed between petals for spacing. Round four introduces the second color and creates additional chain-4 loops positioned at the petal tips and between petals. Round five extends the pattern further with chain-12 loops, skipping multiple chain-4 spaces to create the expanding lacework effect.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

Yarn Weight: Aran weight yarn is recommended for this pattern. The designer specifically suggests using Red Heart Super Saver or a similarly structured yarn. A stiffer yarn is essential for this pattern because the open construction requires yarn with sufficient body to maintain the square shape and prevent the motif from collapsing or losing its dimensional quality.

Hook Size: A size G crochet hook is used for this pattern, which is the standard hook size for aran weight yarn and provides the appropriate gauge for the finished dimensions.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty. While the individual stitches are fundamental crochet techniques, the pattern requires comfort with magic circles, color changes, and following multi-round instructions with repeating sequences. The open lacework construction demands attention to stitch placement and an understanding of how chain spaces create the overall design.

Designer Information

This pattern is created by Lois Everett, an independent crochet designer, and is available as a free downloadable PDF. The pattern is part of the ForEverett Crocheting for Hope collection, reflecting the designer's commitment to accessible crochet instruction.