1285C - Snowflakes - Decorations Crochet Pattern for Christmas in Valley Yarns Valley Superwash Sport by Valley Yarns

Pattern Summary: Crocheted Snowflakes – Design #1285C by Olana Flynn

This delightful crochet pattern by Olana Flynn, published by Valley Yarns, guides crafters through creating a set of decorative crocheted snowflakes in three sizes. Designed with the holiday season in mind, these snowflakes are as versatile as they are charming — suitable for use as tree ornaments, wreath embellishments, mantel garlands, gift wrap accents, coasters, or window decorations. As the pattern notes, you simply cannot have too many!

What Is Being Made

The pattern produces crocheted snowflakes in three sizes: Small (S), Medium (M), and Large (L), with finished diameters of approximately 4¼", 4¾", and 5½" respectively. All three sizes are shown in the pattern. Because a single ball of yarn yields between 12 and 16 snowflakes depending on the sizes chosen, this pattern is an economical and generous project — perfect for making multiples to decorate an entire home or to give as handmade gifts.

Techniques Used

• Worked in the round — each snowflake is constructed from the center outward, a classic approach for circular motifs in crochet
• Blocking — pins are listed among the required materials, indicating that blocking is an important finishing step to open up the lace-like structure of each snowflake and achieve its crisp, defined shape
• Crocheting in multiple sizes using different hook sizes with the same yarn, allowing crafters to create variety without changing materials

Stitches and Skill Level

The pattern is rated Adventurous Beginner — a step above true beginner level, making it approachable for those who have a handle on basic crochet stitches and are ready to tackle a small, satisfying project with a bit more detail. The snowflake construction is typical of traditional crochet motifs, likely incorporating foundational stitches such as chain stitches, slip stitches, single crochet, and double crochet to build the radiating, symmetrical arms characteristic of a snowflake design.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern calls for Valley Yarns Valley Superwash Sport, a 100% Extra Fine Superwash Merino Wool yarn in a sport weight, sold in 50 g / 153-yard balls. The superwash treatment makes this yarn machine washable, meaning the finished snowflakes are easy to care for and durable enough to withstand repeated seasonal use year after year — a practical advantage over non-washable wool. The pattern is shown in three color options:

• 01 – White
• 08 – Light Grey
• 18 – Ice Blue

Each of these colorways evokes the cool, wintry palette of real snowflakes, and crafters may choose to make all three colors for a varied, layered holiday display.

Hooks and Notions

Because the same yarn is used across all three sizes, the size variation is achieved entirely through hook selection:

• US size F/5 (3.75 mm) — for the Small snowflake
• US size H/8 (5.0 mm) — for the Medium snowflake
• US size K/10.5 (6.5 mm) — for the Large snowflake

Additional materials include a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and pins for blocking the finished snowflakes into their final shape. Blocking is especially important with lace and motif crochet, as it helps the piece hold its form and showcases the open stitch work to best effect.

Pattern Format and Designer

This pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, designed by Olana Flynn and published by Valley Yarns in 2022. It is an ideal project for the holiday crafting season, offering a quick, rewarding make that can be repeated many times over from a single ball of yarn.