Master the Art of Freeform Crochet

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Materials Needed
3. Crocheting the Flower
   • Making the Chain
   • Single Crochet Stitches
   • Slip Stitch and Chain
   • Puff Stitch
   • Single Crochet and Chain
4. Crocheting the Leaf
   • Inserting the Hook
   • Making the Chain
   • Single Crochet Stitches
   • Treble Crochet Stitches
   • Double Crochet Stitches
   • Half Double Crochet and Single Crochet Stitches
5. Joining the Motifs
   • Joining the Flower Petals
   • Joining the Leaves
   • Making a Chain and Double Crochet Stitches
   • Front Post Double Crochet Stitches
6. Crocheting the Triple Motif
   • Making the Chain
   • Single Crochet Stitches
   • Slip Stitch and Chain
   • Puff Stitch
   • Slip Stitch and Single Crochet
   • Cutting Off the Yarn

Crocheting Beautiful Double Colored Motifs

Crocheting double colored motifs using the three form technique can result in beautiful and unique designs. In this tutorial, I will guide you step by step on how to create these motifs using two balls of yarn and a crochet hook. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this tutorial will help you create stunning motifs to enhance your crochet projects.

Materials Needed

Before we begin, gather the following materials:

• Two balls of yarn in contrasting colors
• A crochet hook suitable for your chosen yarn weight

Crocheting the Flower

Making the Chain

To start creating the flower motif, make a chain of 5. Join the last chain to the first chain by working a slip stitch into the first chain stitch. This forms a ring.

Single Crochet Stitches

Next, make 11 single crochet stitches into the ring. This will create the foundation for the flower petals.

Slip Stitch and Chain

After completing the 11 single crochet stitches, work a slip stitch into the first chain stitch at the beginning of the round. This signifies the completion of the round. Chain two more stitches.

Puff Stitch

To create a puff stitch, crochet five stitches into the next stitch. Yarn over the hook and pull through all the loops on the hook to complete the stitch. Make a chain of two stitches and single crochet into the next stitch. This completes the first petal of the flower.

Single Crochet and Chain

Continue making petals by chaining two stitches and single crocheting into the next stitch. Repeat this process until you have a total of six petals. Each petal consists of a chain two and a single crochet.

Crocheting the Leaf

To add variation to the motif, we will crochet a leaf. This section will guide you through the process.

Inserting the Hook

Insert the hook into any chain space of the flower. Choose a contrasting color of yarn to make the leaf.

Making the Chain

Make a chain of 13 stitches. Skip the first two stitches from the hook and make a single crochet into the third chain stitch. Make a single crochet into each chain stitch until the end.

Treble Crochet Stitches

For the base of the leaf, crochet four treble stitches into the next stitch. Yarn over the hook, insert the hook around the specified stitch, and pull up a loop. Repeat this process three more times. Then, yarn over and pull through all the loops on the hook.

Double Crochet Stitches

Continue crocheting by making a double crochet stitch into the next stitch. Repeat this process for the remaining stitches.

Half Double Crochet and Single Crochet Stitches

To complete the leaf, make a half double crochet stitch and two single crochet stitches into the first two stitches. This will give the leaf a pointed tip. Cut off the yarn and secure it.

Joining the Motifs

To create larger and visually appealing motifs, we can join the flower motifs and leaves together.

Joining the Flower Petals

Choose the first flower motif and insert the hook into one petal. Take the working loop and pull it through. This will join the petals together. Make a chain of two stitches and single crochet into the next stitch. Repeat this process for the remaining petals.

Joining the Leaves

To join the leaves, insert the hook into the next petal of the first flower. Take the working loop and pull it through. Make a chain of two stitches and continue working single crochets into the next stitches.

Making a Chain and Double Crochet Stitches

Continue working by making a chain of 15 stitches. Then, make double crochet stitches into each chain stitch. This will form another row.

Front Post Double Crochet Stitches

For added texture, make front post double crochet stitches along the edge stitch. This will create a raised ridge that adds dimension to your motif.

Crocheting the Triple Motif

For those looking for more complexity, I will guide you through the process of crocheting a triple motif. This motif combines flowers, leaves, and additional freeform elements.

Making the Chain

Start by making a chain of five stitches. Join the chain into a ring by working a slip stitch into the first chain stitch. This creates the foundation for the motif.

Single Crochet Stitches

Make six single crochet stitches into the ring. Work a slip stitch into the first chain stitch to complete the round.

Slip Stitch and Chain

After completing the single crochet stitches, work a slip stitch into the first chain stitch. Chain two stitches and proceed to the next step.

Puff Stitch

Create a puff stitch by crocheting five stitches into the next stitch. Yarn over the hook and pull through to complete the stitch. Make a chain and pull up the working loop.

Slip Stitch and Single Crochet

To join the petals, insert the hook into the leaf and pull the working loop through. Chain two stitches and single crochet into the next stitch. Repeat this process to create more petals.

Cutting Off the Yarn

Once the triple motif is complete, secure the yarn by cutting it off and weaving in the ends. Ensure that all loose ends are properly secured for a clean finish.

By following these steps, you can create beautiful double colored motifs in the three form technique. Feel free to explore variations, experiment with colors, and let your creativity shine through your crochet projects. Happy crocheting!