Spring Flower Crochet Lovey Pattern

My latest crocheted project is a crochet lovey pattern made out of bright colors and a flower.  Isn’t that what springtime is made from? Loveys are great for using up spare yarn or for a quick gift.  For those wondering what a lovey is, think of it as a cross between a baby blanket and a stuffed animal.  I made my kiddos loveys when they were transitioning from sleeping with a beloved baby blanket.  I have also heard of mothers using them for kids that like to take blankets with them in the car or other places a large blanket is difficult. Basically it’s a small security blanket.

When I made a lovey for my son, who had nightmares at the time, I told him that each stitch had lots of love to keep him safe.  He sat with me while I stitched his crochet lovey pattern and we would talk about how much love that little blanket held. When I finished he was so happy and slept better than he had in months.

Spring Flower Crochet Lovey Pattern Supplies:

• Yarn (Yellow, Pink, White, Green)
• Darice Scissors
• Darice Size H Crochet Hook
• Darice Tapestry Needle

Before we get to the crochet lovey pattern, I have a photo tutorial of a granny square.  I was very intimidated by granny squares when I started crocheting, however they are quite easy.  When you do a lot of color changes there will be a lot of ends to weave in, but the end results are worth the pain/time of weaving in all those ends.

How to start a Granny Square:

Chain 4

Make a slip stitch into the first chain, making a loop. Then chain three.

Then double crochet into the loop.

Make one more double crochet into the loop. Chain 2, then make 3 double crochets into the loop.  Repeat 2 more times to create four groups of double crochet. Slip stitch into the 2nd chain. {Round one is created}

Chain 3, then 2 double crochets into the chain 2 space, chain 1. Then 3 double crochet into the chain 2 space, chain 2, then 3 double crochet into the same chain 2 space. Continue around to create round 2. Slip stitch into the 2nd chain.

To continue making rounds {without color chain} chain 3, the 2 double crochets into the same 2 chain space. Then chain 1, then crochet 3 double crochets into the chain 1 space then chain 1.  Double crochet 3 into the 2 chain space in the corner then chain 2 then double crochet 3 more and chain one. Continue around, till you reach the beginning where you slip stitch into the second chain of the first chain 3.

For a color change.

Cut the color you are working with after you finish your slip stitch.  Leave a long end to weave in.  Knot a new color on to your hook, and chain 3.

Then continue on like usual. Remember 3 double crochets in each 1 chain space, and 3 double crochet 2 chains and 3 double crochets in each corner.  Always chain 1 after a group of 3 double crochets.

One more tip.  When making your flower you will be working in the round, this means you do not join your rounds with a slip stitch, just continue in the next stitch. Using a stitch marker to show where a round begins is a good idea.

Spring Flower Pattern

Round 1 ~ Start with yellow yarn, chain 4. Slip stitch into first chain.  Chain 3, double crochet into loop twice, chain 2. Double crochet 3 into loop, chain 2. Double crochet 3 into loop, chain 2. Double crochet 3 times into the loop, chain 2, slip stitch into 2nd chain on beginning chain.

Round 2 ~ {still with yellow} Chain 3, 2 double crochet into same space the chain 3 is in, chain 1. *3 double crochet into chain 2 space, chain 2 double, crochet into same chain 2 space, chain 1*. Repeat from * to * once. Then 3 double crochet into the same chain 2 space you started in, chain 2 then slip stitch into 2nd chain on beginning chain 3.

Round 3 ~ {Still with yellow}  Chain 3,  2 double crochet into same space the chain 3 is in, chain 1. *3 double crochet into chain 2 space, chain 2 double, crochet into same chain 2 space, chain 1*. Repeat from * to * until you are back to where you started. Then 3 double crochet into the same chain 2 space you started in, chain 2 then slip stitch into 2nd chain on beginning chain 3.

Round 4 ~ repeat round 3.

Round 5 – 9 ~ Change color to white. Repeat round 3.

Round 10 – 23 ~ Repeat round 3, change color each round. Pink, green, white. You will end on green.

Edging

Do not tie off round 23. Chain 1, single crochet in double crochets.  *Single crochet into chain 1 space, chain 3 slip stitch into first chain, single crochet into same chain 1 space {this creates a picot}. Single crochet into double crochets.* Repeat from * to *  till you reach the corner. Create 2 picots in each corner. Repeat from * to * for each side. Tie off, and weave in all ends.

Flower

With pink yarn, create 5 petals.

Magic Ring, work 5 single crochet into the magic ring. Pull tight.

Round 1 ~ Working in a continual round, 2 single crochet into each stitch. {10 single crochet}

Round 2 ~ 1 single crochet, 2 single crochet in next single crochet. {15 single crochet}

Round 3 – 9 ~ single crochet into each stitch. {15 single crochet}

Round 10 ~ single crochet, single crochet decrease in next stitches {10 single crochet}  Tie off, leaving a very long tail for sewing.

Center

With yellow yarn, make a magic ring, work 9 single crochet into magic ring. Pull ring tight.

Round 1 ~ Working in a continual round. 2 single crochet in each stitch. {18 single crochet}

Round 2 ~ 1 single crochet, 2 single crochet into next stitch. {27 stitches}

Round 3 & 4 ~ Single crochet into each stitch. {27 stitches}. Tie off, leaving a very long tail for sewing.

To Assemble Your Crochet Lovey Pattern

Using a tapestry needle and the long tail you left, “sew” the petals around the first round of your granny square.

“Sew” the center on over the petals in the same manner.

Make sure you weave in all your ends to secure everything in place.

You are done. I hope you enjoy making up this crochet lovey pattern for someone you love. If you’re looking for another new crochet pattern to try, check out this super fun beach ball crochet pillow pattern!

Kadie

Kadie from seven-alive.com loves to create with yarn, wood, and paint. Creating new projects is how she un-winds and keeps her sanity while trying to raise 5 very energetic kids.

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