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Crochet Maple Leaf Pattern (US Terms)
Materials:
- Yarn: Worsted weight (red or any autumn leaf color)
- Hook: Size G/4.0mm
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- dc = double crochet
- tr = treble crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- inc = increase (2 stitches in the same space)
Instructions:
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Start with a magic ring or ch 4 and join with a sl st to form a ring.
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Round 1:
- Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 11 dc into the ring. (12 dc total)
- Join with sl st to the first dc.
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Round 2:
- Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in the same st, 2 dc in each st around. (24 dc total)
- Join with sl st to the first dc.
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Round 3:
- Ch 3, 1 dc in the next st, 2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st. Repeat around. (36 dc total)
- Join with sl st to the first dc.
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Begin Leaf Points:
- For each point, follow the steps below. You will be working in rows for each point.
Leaf Point Instructions (Make 5 Points)
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Row 1 (for each point):
- Ch 3, dc in the next 2 sts.
- Turn.
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Row 2:
- Ch 3, dc in each st across.
- Turn.
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Row 3:
- Ch 4, tr in the next st, dc in the next st.
- Turn.
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Row 4:
- Ch 3, sc in each st back down the point until you reach the main body of the leaf.
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Fasten off and repeat for each leaf point around the main body of the leaf.
Leaf Veins:
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With a contrasting or the same yarn:
- Attach yarn to the center of the leaf.
- Use sl sts to crochet up the center vein of each leaf point.
- Optionally, crochet smaller veins branching out from the main one using sl sts or sc.
Finishing:
- Weave in all loose ends with a tapestry needle.
- Block the leaf gently to shape it nicely.
Let me know if you'd like any adjustments to the pattern, or if you need any further clarifications!
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