Crochet Cherry Appliques
Crochet cherry appliques are a delightful addition to any craft project. These adorable little cherries add a playful and charming touch to your creations, whether you're embellishing a blanket, a hat, or a garment. With their vibrant red color and cute design, they bring a fun pop of color to your handmade items. Crocheting cherry appliques is not only enjoyable but also a great way to hone your crochet skills. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crafter, creating these sweet cherries can be a rewarding and relaxing experience. So, grab your yarn and crochet hook, and let's add a touch of whimsy to your next project with these lovely cherry appliques!
Materials
Small amounts of red and green Dk / weight 3 yarn
3mm crochet hook
Written in English US terms with abbreviations for UK
sc = single crochet (double crochet in UK)
hdc = half double crochet (half treble crochet in UK)
dc = double crochet (treble crochet in UK)
ch = chain
slst = slip stitch
Large Cherries
Using red, make two
Round 1: 12 dc into a magic circle.
Stalk / leaves
Using green
ch14, slst in the second chain from hook, sc 1. hdc 1. 2 dc in the next, hdc 1, sc 1, slst in the next, ch10 slst to first cherry, slst back up the chain, ch10, slst to second cherry, slst back up the chain, sc 1, hdc 1, 2 dc in the next, hdc 1, sc 1, slst in the last.
Working along the other side of the chain
ch1, slst in the same, sc 1, hdc 1, 2 dc in the next, hdc 1, sc 1, slst to between the stalks, sc 1, hdc 1, 2 dc in the next, hdc 1, sc 1, slst in the last.
Fasten off
Small Cherries
Using red make two
Round 1: 8 hdc into a magic circle.
Stalk / leaves
Using green
ch14, slst in the second chain from hook, sc 1, 2 hdc in the next, sc 1, slst in the next, ch6 slst to first cherry, slst back up the chain, ch6, slst to second cherry, slst back up the chain, sc 1, 2 hdc in the next, sc 1, slst in the last.
Working along the other side of the chain
ch1, slst in the same, sc 1, 2 hdc in the next, sc 1, slst to between the stalks, sc 1, 2 hdc in the next, sc 1, slst in the last.
Fasten off