Product Description
Versatile bookmark that encourages lots of variation to make someone a special little gift. All my patterns feature both UK and US crochet terms.
Pattern rated 'intermediate'
10g 100% green cotton 5g of 100% white (or other alternate colour) cotton
Pattern will work in other yarns though gauge will be different.
Crochet hook: 3 mm (US size C / D)
Gauge: 6 dc/sc = 1 inch / 2.5 cm
Note: To accommodate larger books increase the length of the stalk.
CHECK YOUR GAUGE, use any size hook to obtain gauge.
Pressed Flower Bookmark Crochet Pattern
What Is Being Made
The Pressed Flower Bookmark is a decorative crochet bookmark designed by Heather Gibbs for Keep Calm and Crochet On UK. This finished bookmark measures 10 inches (25.5 cm) in length, making it an ideal size for holding your place in standard-sized books. The design features a floral motif created through crochet techniques, combining green and white cotton elements to produce a nature-inspired accessory.
Craft and Techniques
This project uses crochet as its primary craft method. The pattern incorporates surface crochet techniques, which involves attaching yarn to the back of crocheted fabric and working from the front to create decorative surface details. This technique allows crafters to add dimensional floral elements to the base bookmark structure. The design is suitable for those with intermediate crochet experience, though beginners with solid foundational skills can successfully complete this project.
Stitches Used
The Pressed Flower Bookmark pattern utilizes several fundamental crochet stitches:
- Chain stitch (ch) – used for foundation and structural elements
- Slip stitch (sl st) – employed for joining rounds and attaching surface crochet elements
- Double crochet (dc) – UK double crochet / US single crochet, forming the primary fabric
- Half treble crochet (htr) – UK half treble / US half double crochet, adding textural variation
- Treble crochet (tr) – UK treble / US double crochet, creating taller stitch elements
The pattern uses UK crochet terminology with US equivalents provided for international crafters.
Materials and Tools
This bookmark pattern requires DK weight yarn in two colors:
- 10 grams of 100% green cotton for the main body and stalk
- 5 grams of 100% white cotton (or alternative color) for floral accents and details
The pattern specifies a 3 mm crochet hook (US size C/D) to achieve the recommended gauge of 6 double crochet or single crochet stitches per 1 inch (2.5 cm). However, crafters should check their personal gauge and adjust hook size as needed to match the pattern specifications, as using different yarn weights will affect the finished dimensions.
Pattern Customization
The pattern is flexible regarding yarn choice – it will work with other yarn types, though gauge and finished measurements will vary accordingly. To accommodate larger books, the length of the stalk can be increased beyond the standard 10-inch finished length. This adaptability makes the pattern suitable for various book sizes and personal preferences.
Pattern for personal use only, not for resale. © Designed by Heather Gibbs 2013.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Keep Calm and Crochet On UK |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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