Crochet Pizza Slice Applique

Crochet Pizza Slice Applique is an adorable and fun way to add a touch of whimsy to your projects! Whether you're a crochet enthusiast looking to spruce up your designs or a beginner eager to try something new, this playful applique is sure to bring a smile to your face. The intricate detailing of the crust, melted cheese, and pepperoni toppings truly captures the essence of a delicious pizza slice. Imagine embellishing your bags, hats, blankets, or even homemade gifts with this charming piece — it's a creative and delightful way to showcase your love for both crafts and pizza! Treat yourself to the joy of crafting with the Crochet Pizza Slice Applique and let your imagination run wild with the endless possibilities it offers.

SIZE/MEASUREMENTS

approx. 2«height x 1.75»length widest point
...but they can vary based on yarn and hook size.

MATERIALS
*Crochet hook size: 3.5mm (E)
*Worsted weight yarn: Ivory (2yds) & Beige (2yds)
*Felt: Red
*Embroidery Floss or Thread: Black
*Tapestry Needle
*Hot Glue

PATTERN NOTES — must read...
Numbers in ( ) at the end of each round/row indicate the total number of stitches.
Always use stitch markers to mark your rounds.
There's no need to sl st and/or ch when going to the next round unless stated to do so.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Single Crochet 3 Stitches Together (sc3tog) — insert hook into stitch & pull up a loop (2 loops), insert hook into next stitch & pull up a loop (3 loops), insert hook into next stitch & pull up a loop (4 loops), Y/O hook & pull thru all 4 loops on hook.
Bobble Stitch – Y/O hook, insert hook into stitch & pull up a loop. Y/O hook & pull through 2 loops on hook; 2 loops remaining. Y/O hook, insert hook in same stitch & pull up a loop. Y/O hook & pull through 2 loops on hook; 3 loops remaining. Y/O hook, pull through all 3 loops on the hook.

PIZZA starting with ivory
Row 1: ch7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, ch1, turn (6)
Row 2: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (6)
Row 3: sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, ch1, turn (5)
Row 4: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (5)
Row 5: sc2tog, sc in next st, sc2tog, ch1, turn (3)
Row 6: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (3)
Row 7: sc3tog, ch1, turn (1)
Row 8: sc in next st, in last st change to beige, ch1, don't turn your work (1)
Row 9: sc evenly along the side, ch2, *bobble st, ch1,* repeat from * to *4 more times, bobble st, ch2, sc evenly down along the side, 2sc in the last st of row 8, sl st into 1st st
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

ASSEMBLE
PEPPERONI...using red felt, cut out as many little circles as you like and glue them in any place you like.
EYES & MOUTH...using black embroidery flossor thread make the eyes and mouth. You can play around with it and make it however you like, the possibilities are endless.

GLOSSARY:

ch/s:chain/s || sc: single crochet || sc2tog: singlecrochet 2 stitches together
sc3tog: single crochet 3 stitches together || sl st: slip stitch || st/s: stitch/es || f/o: finish off || y/o: yarn over