About This International Women's Day Flowers Pattern
This pattern shows how to make rolled crochet flowers in three sizes: small, medium and large. Each flower is worked as a simple chain foundation row with shell or cluster stitches, then rolled and sewn to form a bloom. The pattern uses basic US crochet terminology and common stitches, making it approachable and quick to finish. Use different purple shades and yarn weights for a textured, layered bouquet.
Perfect for beginners who know basic stitches like chain, single crochet and double crochet. Great for gifts, bouquets, hair accessories or home decor.
Why You'll Love This International Women's Day Flowers Pattern
I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple stitches into elegant, dimensional flowers that look much more complicated than they really are. I enjoy how quickly each bloom comes together—perfect for last-minute gifts or seasonal displays. The versatility of sizes and yarn choices means I can always mix textures to create a unique arrangement. Designing these felt joyful and practical, and I hope you feel the same satisfaction when you roll and sew each flower.
Switch Things Up
I love to change yarn colors and textures to make each bouquet unique; try ombre purples or mix in neutrals for contrast.
I often swap yarn weight and hook size to size up or down the flowers; bulky yarn and a bigger hook makes a chunky bloom while fingering weight gives miniatures.
I like to add beads or small buttons to the center of the rolled flower for a touch of sparkle or vintage charm.
Try embroidering a few veins or tiny stitches on the petals before rolling for subtle detail that shows when the flower is open.
Make stems by wrapping floral wire with floral tape or yarn and sew or glue the base of the flower to the stem for posable bouquets.
I sometimes glue the flower base to a felt circle before sewing to strengthen the base for hair clips or brooches.
To create a brooch, attach a felt backing and sew on a pin finding securely using the long tail.
Arrange different sizes together and stitch them at the base to make a clustered corsage or boutonniere.
I recommend experimenting with placement of the shell clusters while rolling to get a looser or tighter look as you prefer.
For a rustic look, use natural fiber yarns like cotton or linen blends; for soft, plush bouquets, use acrylic or wool blends.
I also mix in crocheted leaves or small buds to create more natural and complete arrangements for vases or wreaths.
Don't be afraid to personalize each flower with tiny embroidered initials or tags to make them special gifts.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
✗ Skipping the correct number of foundation chains will change the flower width and shape; always count the initial chains before starting the row.
✗ Not following the repeat markers (* to **) carefully may cause uneven petal placement; mark where repeats start and end and check stitch counts regularly.
✗ Cutting the tail too short when fastening off can make sewing the rolled flower difficult; leave a long tail to sew and secure the bloom easily.
✗ Rolling the strip too tightly or too loosely distorts the flower shape; roll gently at first, adjust for the desired fullness, then tack sections securely with the tail.
✗ Using inconsistent tension throughout the chain and shell stitches will create wavy or uneven petals; maintain steady tension for a neat, uniform bloom.
