Crochet Apples Applique

If you're looking to add a touch of handmade charm to your craft projects, why not consider creating crochet apples applique? These adorable little embellishments can be a delightful addition to so many things, from clothing and accessories to home decor items like pillows or blankets. With just a few basic crochet stitches and some red and green yarn, you can whip up a batch of these cute little fruits in no time. They are perfect for adding a pop of color and a whimsical feel to your creations. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just getting started, making crochet apples applique is a fun and rewarding project that's sure to bring a smile to your face. Let your creativity shine and get ready to sprinkle some apple-inspired magic wherever you go!

MATERIALS

• Sport (2, Fine) Weight Yarn
• 2.75-mm (C/2 US, 12 UK) Crochet Hook
• Tapestry Needle

YARN

I used Schachenmayr Catania in the following colors:

• A – Red (00115)
• B – Marone (00157)
• C – Green (00418)

Feel free to use any yarn with the appropriate hook.

SIZE

GAUGE

This pattern is too small to accurately determine the gauge.

CROCHET ABBREVIATIONS (US TERMS)

Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
MC – Magic Circle
Sc – Single Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St – Stitch
Yo – Yarn over

SPECIAL STITCHES

Magic Circle (MC)

PATTERN NOTES

• If the pattern says “sc 2”, it means that you have to crochet 1 sc in each of the next two sts.
• (…) – Repeat the instructions within brackets for the indicated number of times.
• […] – Crochet the instructions within square brackets all in the same indicated st.

 APPLIQUE – FREE CROCHET PATTERN PATTERN

With A, make a MC.

Round 1. Ch 2 (does not count as a st), dc 12 in MC. Join with a sl st into first st. (12 sts)

Round 2. Without any ch, hdc 1 in first st, [dc 4] in next sts, [hdc 1, sc 1] in next st, sc 2, [sc 1, hdc 1, sl st 1] in next st, [sl st 1, hdc 1, sc 1] in next st, sc 2, [sc 1, hdc 1] in next st, [dc 4] in next st, [hdc 1, sl st 1] in last st. (24 sts, 1 sl st)

Fasten off and weave in your ends.

STEM

RS facing, join B between the last st of round 1 and the initial ch-2.

Row 1. Ch 5, sl st 1 in the second ch from hook, sl st 3, sl st 1 back into joining point. (5 sl sts)

Fasten off and pull the tail through the last sl st. Then, using a tapestry needle, bring the tail to the back of the work and weave in your ends.

LEAF

RS facing, join C between the last st of round 1 and the initial ch-2.

Row 1. Ch 4, sc 1 in the second ch from hook, hdc 1, sl st 1. Sl st 1 back into joining point. (4 sts)

Fasten off and pull the tail through the last sl st. Then, using a tapestry needle, bring the tail to the back of the work and weave in your ends.