Crochet Little Butterflies

Create your own delicate little butterflies using the art of crocheting. These charming creatures can be made in various sizes and colors to suit your preferences. Crocheting butterflies can be a fun and relaxing way to express your creativity while also adding a touch of whimsy to your projects. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, making these tiny butterflies is a rewarding and enjoyable activity that can be shared with friends and family. These dainty creatures can be used to embellish clothing, accessories, home decor items, or even as standalone decorations. The possibilities are endless when it comes to incorporating crocheted butterflies into your crafting projects. So grab your crochet hook and some colorful yarn, and let your imagination take flight as you create your own beautiful swarm of little butterflies.

Requires:
DK yarn – used double
4mm crochet hook

This pattern is written in UK terminology

dtr = double treble crochet, tr = treble crochet, htr = half treble, ch = chain

Instructions:

Chain 4, slip stitch into first chain stitch, to form a ring

Ch 4, work 2tr into ring, ch 4, slip stitch into ring,

ch 3, work 2htr into ring, ch 3, slip stitch into ring*, repeat from * to * once more,

ch 4, work 2tr into ring, ch 4, sipl stitch into ring.

Fasten off.

Create abdomen and antennae with a length of contrasting yarn.

Darn away ends.

Bigger Size

Chain 4, sl st into first chain stitch, to form a ring

Ch 4, work 2dtr into ring, ch 4, sl st into ring,

ch 3, work 2tr into ring, ch 3, sl st into ring*, repeat from * to * once more,

ch 4, work 2dtr into ring, ch 4, sl st into ring.

Fasten off.

Create abdomen and antennae with a length of contrasting yarn.

Darn away ends.

I think these look really cute — made with a strand each of 2 different colours — for a marled effect