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Watermelon Coleus Pattern

Watermelon Coleus Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive crocheting.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Watermelon Coleus Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet a realistic Watermelon Coleus plant with layered leaves and textured edges. You will learn a set of long stitches (Long hdc, Long dc, Long tc) and how to crochet over florist wire for natural shaping. The finished piece is a decorative plant that looks beautiful on tables, shelves, or in small pots. The pattern is richly illustrated with step photos to guide you through the more unusual stitch sequences.

Watermelon Coleus Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The leaves are worked individually and then wired and assembled into a 12-leaf plant as shown. You can scale the plant by making more or fewer leaves to fit your desired pot or display.

Why You'll Love This Watermelon Coleus Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends precise stitchwork with floral artistry to create a lifelike coleus plant. I enjoy the challenge of working the long stitches — they give each leaf a unique textured edge that really pops. The technique of crocheting over florist wire makes shaping the leaves so satisfying and allows for many display possibilities. Seeing the finished cluster of leaves come together into a realistic plant always makes me smile and I hope you find the same joy while making it.

Watermelon Coleus Pattern step 1 - construction progress Watermelon Coleus Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Watermelon Coleus Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Watermelon Coleus Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this pattern by changing colors; try pastel tones for a soft, modern look or bold shades for a vibrant display.

To make smaller or larger plants, vary the yarn weight and hook size — thinner yarn yields delicate mini leaves while thicker yarn makes chunkier statement foliage.

You can experiment with the long stitch sequences: increase or decrease the number of long stitches to alter the scallop size on the leaf edge.

Try different wire gauges for more or less flexible stems — thinner wire is easier to bend for delicate arrangements while thicker wire holds sculpted shapes better.

I sometimes add tiny embroidered veins or beads for water droplets to give leaves more realism and subtle sparkle.

Assemble leaves in different arrangements: a compact rosette, a cascading spray, or a tall centrepiece by varying stem lengths and wrapping technique.

Swap the floral foam for a moss and pebble top dressing in a terracotta pot to create a more natural, rustic display.

Use contrasting edge colors for dramatic outlines or subtle toning for a realistic garden look — even small changes in edge color transform the leaf personality.

If you want a mobile or hanging version, make smaller leaves and attach them to a ring with thin wire for a botanical mobile.

I also enjoy grouping multiple plants of different colorways together to form a vibrant tabletop garden; mix sizes and colors for a lush composition.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the instruction to crochet over the florist wire; insert the wire through the stitch on your hook and crochet the full round over it so the wire is properly enclosed. ✗ Not changing color neatly at the indicated point can leave loose ends; weave in and secure color changes carefully and trim excess yarn for a clean edge. ✗ Rushing the long stitch technique will produce uneven petals; practice the Long hdc, Long dc and Long tc slowly until you can make them consistent. ✗ Failing to pull the wire round and down equally when tightening will distort the petal shape; gently pull the wire evenly to shape the tip as instructed.

Watermelon Coleus Pattern

Create a lifelike Watermelon Coleus plant with this detailed crochet pattern designed to help you make realistic, layered leaves. You will work textured long stitches and crochet over florist wire to shape the leaves for a natural appearance. The pattern uses fine thread and small hookwork, giving you crisp, delicate petals that look stunning in clusters. Ideal for makers who enjoy a mix of stitch work and floral assembly.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Watermelon Coleus Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    DMC Petra no5 (3ply) - main fine crochet thread recommended
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    Color 53607 - bright pink (Plant 1)
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    Color 5550 - deep magenta (Plant 1)
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    Color 53803 - raspberry/pink (Plant 1/2)
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    Color 5938 - brown/earth tone (Plant 2 accents)
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    Color 5907 - lime green (edge/Plant 1)
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    Color 5905 - green (edge/Plant 2)
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    Alternative: 4ply or crochet cotton 10 may be used with appropriate hook size

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size 1.5mm
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    Recommended yarn: 3ply (DMC Petra no5)
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    Alternative hook for thicker yarns if using 4ply/cotton10
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    Garden wire: 2mm, 3mm or 3.5mm (for stems) optional
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    Florist wire: 26 gauge or thicker
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    Green floral tape
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    Styrofoam or dry florist sponge for pot filling (if using a pot)
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    Scissors
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    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
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    Pins for assembly
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    Wire cutters or pliers for trimming wire

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— Pattern Instructions :

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Notes: When you see stitches in brackets, it means that all the ones in the bracket are worked in to one stitch. Example: (sc inc) means: 2sc worked in to one stitch. (3sc) means: 3sc in the same stitch. (3sc) x 2 means: 3sc in each of the next 2 stitches. Alternate (dc inc) and 1dc x 3 means: work 2dc in to the first stitch, then work 1dc in the next, then repeat the last 2 steps 2 more times.

Info :

Following the tutorial and using the recommended yarn, your finished plant will measure approx. 7"(18cm) tall without plant pot and 9"(23cm) in width depending on how you shape the leaves. This plant is made of 12 leaves in total as shown in the image. However you can make it larger by making more leaves or smaller by making less leaves.

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Leaf types are labelled A, B, C, D, E in the photo to guide sizes and assembly.

— Leaf A :

Rnd.1 :

Ch25 Skip1 2sc 1hdc 1dc (dc inc) x 2 9dc 4hdc 3sc

Rnd.1 cont :

(3sc) in the last chain

Rnd.1 cont :

3sc 4hdc 9dc (dc inc) x 2 1dc 1hdc 2sc

Rnd.1 end :

(3sc) in the skipped chain from the beginning

Rnd.2 :

2sc 2hdc 1dc (dc inc) (1dc, 1tc) 1tc (tc inc) repeat the last 2 steps 1 more time 3tc 4dc 4hdc 3sc

Rnd.2 cont :

(3sc) center stitch, Going down the other side, 3sc 4hdc 4dc 3tc (tc inc) 1tc repeat the last 2 steps 1 more time (1tc, 1dc) (dc inc) 1dc 2hdc 3sc slst base chain

— Leaf A Wire :

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We will now crochet over the florist wire. Cut a piece of approximately 20"(50cm) and thread it through the stitch on your hook (p1 & 2). Crochet this whole next round over the wire (p3).

— Leaf A continued :

Rnd.3 :

ch1 8sc (sc inc) 1sc repeat the last 2 steps 2 more times 17sc

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Work all the following stitches in to the center stitch at the tip of the leaf: (p1, 2 & 3) (1hdc, ch4, skip1, 1sc, 1hdc down the chain, 1hdc) Pull the wire round and down equally

Rnd.3 cont :

17sc 1sc (sc inc) repeat the last 2 steps 2 more times 8sc Slst in 1st stitch on the opposite side CHANGE COLOUR

Rnd.4 :

ch1, 4sc, 1hdc Then work the first Long stitch sequence. Work 1hdc, Yarn over as to work another hdc but don’t work it in to the next chain. Instead insert the hook in to the round below (underneath the wire round) and 1 stitch back (p1). Pull the yarn through as you would usually do (p2) and pull the long stitch up (p3). Now pull through to complete the Long hdc the same as you would usually do (p4). So now you have done this sequence: (1hdc, 1Long hdc). In the next chain work 1slip stitch (p5), This chain may be hidden under the Long stitch so just check to make sure the slip stitch is worked in to the correct chain.

Rnd.4 continued :

ch1 4sc 1hdc (1hdc, 1Long hdc) Slst Continue to work 1dc (1dc, 1Long dc) Slst 1dc (1tc, 1Long tc) Slst Repeat 3 more times 1dc (1dc, 1Long dc) Slst Repeat 1 more time 1hdc (1hdc, 1Long hdc) Slst Repeat 1 more time 2sc (3sc) center stitch

Rnd.4 down the other side :

2sc slst 1hdc (1hdc, 1Long hdc) Repeat 1 more time slst 1dc (1dc, 1Long dc) Repeat 1 more time slst 1dc (1tc Long tc) Repeat 3 more times slst (1dc, 1Long dc) 1dc slst (1hdc, 1Long hdc) 1hdc 5sc slst in 1st stitch on the opposite side

Rnd.5 :

ch1 4sc slst (in to the row below) (p1) 1sc (p2) 1hdc (p3) (hdc inc) (p4) slst (side of slst from the row below) (p1) Repeat 9 more times 3sc (1sc, ch3, skip1, 1sc, 1sc) Center stitch. Going down the other side, 3sc slst (side of slst) (hdc inc) 1hdc 1sc Repeat 9 more times slst (row below) 5sc CHANGE COLOR

Rnd.6 :

ch1 4sc Now work, 1dc next to the slip stitch from the previous round, So basically, push the hook in at the side of the slst we made in the previous round, pull the yarn up and complete the dc (p1). This stitch is repeated all around the petal where the slip stitches from the previous round are.

Rnd.6 continue :

Work 1hdc (p2) (sc dec) (p3) 1hdc (p4) 1dc (side of slst) (p1) Repeat the last 4 steps 9 more times 3hdc 2sc

Rnd.6 continued :

Work (3sc) in to the unworked skipped chain at the tip of the petal. Going DOWN the other side 2sc 3hdc 1dc (side of slst) 1hdc (sc dec) 1hd 1dc (side of slst) Repeat 9 more times 5sc Slst in the 1st chain on the opposite side.

Rnd.7 :

(ch1, 1sc) 7sc (slst, ch2, 1dc, ch1) (1dc, ch2, slst) 2slst Repeat the last 4 steps 10 more times (1dc, 1tc, ch1, slst, 1dc) center Going down the other side 2slst (slst, ch2, 1dc, ch1) (1dc, ch2, slst) Repeat the last 4 steps 10 more times 8sc Leave a long tail, Wrap tight around the wire To cover approx. 2"(5cm).

— Leaf A final :

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Leave a long tail and wrap it tightly around the wire to cover approximately 2"(5cm) to form the wrapped base for assembly. Trim and secure ends.

— Leaf B :

Info :

Make 2

Rnd.1 :

Ch20 Skip1 2sc 1hdc 1dc (dc inc) x 2 6dc 3hdc 2sc

Rnd.1 cont :

(3sc) last chain 2sc 3hdc 6dc (dc inc) x 2 1dc 1hdc 2sc (3sc) in the skipped chain From the beginning

Rnd.2 :

2sc 2hdc 1dc (dc inc) x 2 1dc (dc inc) 1dc (dc inc) 3dc 3hdc 3sc (3sc) center 3sc 3hdc 3dc (dc inc) 1dc (dc inc) 1dc (dc inc) x 2 1dc 2hdc 3sc slst in to base chain

— Leaf B continued :

Info :

Insert Wire approx. 20"(50cm) Crochet next rounds over the wire and then change colour as indicated. Rnd.3: ch1 5sc Alternate (sc inc) and 1sc x 3 15sc (1hdc, ch4, skip1, 1sc, 1hdc, 1hdc) center stitch 15sc 1sc and (sc inc) x 3 5sc Slst in 1st on opposite side. Change Color

Assembly Instructions

  • If you are using a plant pot, cut a piece of styrofoam or dry florist sponge to the size that fits your pot, place it inside, and push the stems of your flowers into it starting from the centre and working out in a circle.
  • Wrap a long tail of yarn tightly around the base of each wired leaf to cover and secure approximately 2"(5cm) of the wire for a neat stem base before inserting into the foam.
  • Arrange the leaves into clusters (the example plant uses 12 leaves) and tape stems together with green floral tape to build a natural arrangement, starting from the central stem and adding outer leaves.
  • Cover the foam in the pot with pebbles or soil to hide the base and to support the stems for a finished display.
  • Use pins to temporarily position leaves to check symmetry and spacing before permanently wrapping or taping stems together.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use 1.5mm hook and DMC Petra no5 (3ply) to match the gauge; using a different yarn weight will change finished size and may require a different hook.
  • 💡Crochet over florist wire when instructed and pull the wire round and down equally to shape the leaf tip for a consistent petal shape.
  • 💡Change colours at the points indicated and weave in ends securely to prevent colour changes from showing on the finished leaf.
  • 💡Wrap the wire base tightly with yarn and secure the tail to create a neat stem before assembling into the pot.

This Watermelon Coleus pattern helps you craft a realistic, vibrant houseplant that stays forever green 🌿. The layered leaves and textured edges create a striking, botanical display perfect for tabletops or gifts. Enjoy shaping each petal and assembling a beautiful cluster you can be proud of 🌱✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished plant measures approximately 7" (18 cm) tall without a pot and about 9" (23 cm) wide when using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size and texture; use an appropriate hook for your chosen yarn and expect to adjust wire length and assembly accordingly.

Do I need wire for the leaves?

Yes, florist wire (approx. 20"/50cm per leaf) is used and crocheted over in key rounds to give the leaves shape and stability; garden wire or florist wire 26 gauge or thicker is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crafters will spend approximately 8-10 hours completing the full plant, though time may vary based on experience and the number of leaves you make.

What tools are essential for assembly?

Essential tools include a 1.5mm crochet hook, wire cutters or pliers for trimming wire, green floral tape for wrapping stems, and a pot with styrofoam or floral foam to secure the stems.