Forget Me Not Crochet Flower | Easy DIY Floral Tutorial

There is something quietly magical about forget me nots. Those tiny, delicate blooms in shades of soft blue and lavender have carried meaning across centuries — symbols of remembrance, loyalty, and enduring love. If you have ever wanted to capture that charm in yarn, you are in exactly the right place. This tutorial will walk you through how to crochet a beautiful forget me not flower from start to finish, even if you are a complete beginner. By the end, you will have a versatile little bloom that you can use in dozens of creative ways.

Whether you want to make a bouquet that never wilts, embellish a hat or bag, decorate a hair clip, or simply enjoy the meditative rhythm of a small crochet project, the forget me not flower delivers all of that and more. Let’s dive into everything you need to know.

Why Crochet Forget Me Not Flowers?

Before we get into the stitches, let’s talk about why this particular flower has become such a beloved project in the crochet community.

First, forget me nots are small. That might sound like a limitation, but it is actually one of their greatest strengths. Small projects mean quick results, which makes them perfect for beginners who want a sense of accomplishment without committing to a large piece. They also mean you can use up yarn scraps that have been sitting in your stash, which any crocheter knows is a small but genuine joy.

Second, these flowers are incredibly versatile. A single forget me not measures roughly one to two inches across depending on your yarn weight, making it ideal for appliqué. You can sew clusters of them onto a plain tote bag and transform it completely. You can attach them to a headband or barrette for a whimsical accessory. You can string them together to make a garland, weave them into a wreath, or scatter them across a baby blanket for a sweet finishing touch.

Third, the stitch pattern itself is wonderfully satisfying. The flower is worked in the round with simple repeats, so once you complete the first petal, the rest come almost automatically. There is a pleasing logic to the construction that makes it one of those rare patterns where you feel more confident with every round you complete.

Finally, crochet flowers are enduring gifts. They do not wilt, fade, or require a vase. A small pouch of handmade forget me nots tucked into a card is a keepsake that someone can treasure for years.

Materials You Will Need

One of the best things about this project is how little you need to get started. Here is your full supply list.

Yarn: You can use almost any weight of yarn for this flower, though the finished size will vary. For a classic, delicate forget me not, fingering weight or sock yarn works beautifully. For a slightly larger, more textured bloom, DK or worsted weight yarn gives wonderful results. The most traditional color palette is sky blue or periwinkle for the petals with a bright yellow center, but soft lavender, white, and pale pink all make gorgeous alternatives. If you are making flowers for a mixed bouquet, consider working in two or three shades of blue for a natural, garden-fresh look.

Hook: Match your hook size to your yarn. For fingering weight, a 2.0 to 2.5 mm hook is ideal. For DK weight, try a 3.5 mm hook. For worsted, a 4.0 to 5.0 mm hook will work well. The smaller the hook relative to your yarn weight, the tighter and more defined your petals will be.

Yarn needle: You will need this to weave in your ends and, if you are making multiple flowers, to attach them to a base.

Scissors: A small, sharp pair works best for trimming yarn close to the work.

Optional extras: Floral wire and green floral tape if you want to make stems for a bouquet. A pin backing, barrette clip, or hair tie if you want to make an accessory. Felt or fabric backing if you plan to use the flower as an appliqué. Stitch markers are helpful but not essential.

Understanding the Stitches

This pattern uses a small set of very common crochet stitches. If you are brand new to crochet, here is a quick reference guide.

Magic ring (also called magic circle or adjustable ring): This is the most elegant way to start a project worked in the round. It creates a tight, adjustable center with no visible hole. If you are not yet comfortable with a magic ring, you can substitute it by chaining four and slip stitching into the first chain to form a ring.

Slip stitch (sl st): The most compact stitch in crochet. Used here to join rounds and move across existing stitches without adding height.

Chain (ch): The foundation of most crochet. Chains are used here to create the arch shapes that form each petal.

Single crochet (sc): A short, tight stitch. It will appear in the center of the flower and within the petals.

Half double crochet (hdc): Slightly taller than a single crochet, this stitch adds a little extra dimension to the petals.

Double crochet (dc): The workhorse of crochet. Taller than the hdc, it gives the petals their rounded, open shape.

If you have worked with these stitches before, you will find this pattern moves very quickly. If some of them are new to you, take a few minutes to practice each one on a small swatch before you begin.

The Pattern: Step by Step

This pattern creates a classic five-petal forget me not flower. The instructions are written in standard US crochet terminology.

Abbreviations used:

MR = magic ring, ch = chain, sl st = slip stitch, sc = single crochet, hdc = half double crochet, dc = double crochet, sp = space, rep = repeat, st = stitch

Round 1: The Center

Begin with your yellow or gold yarn.

Start with a magic ring. Chain one.

Work six single crochet stitches into the ring. Pull the tail of the magic ring gently to close the center hole. Join to the first single crochet with a slip stitch. You should have a tight, flat circle of six stitches.

Fasten off your yellow yarn and leave a short tail. You will weave this in later.

Round 2: The Petals

Join your petal color (blue, lavender, or your chosen shade) with a slip stitch into any stitch of Round 1.

Now you will work the petal sequence five times, once into each of five stitches of Round 1. Because you have six stitches in Round 1, you will skip one stitch as you work around. This slight asymmetry actually helps the flower lie flat and look natural.

Petal sequence:

Chain three. Work one double crochet into the same stitch at the base of the chain. Chain two. Work one double crochet into the same stitch again. Chain three. Slip stitch into the same base stitch.

This creates one rounded, slightly pointed petal. Move forward to the next stitch of Round 1 and slip stitch into it. Then begin the petal sequence again.

Repeat the petal sequence four more times, for a total of five petals. After the fifth petal, slip stitch into the base stitch of the first petal to close the round.

Fasten off and weave in all ends.

A Note on Tension

Crochet tension is personal and it takes time to find your natural rhythm. If your petals are curling inward, your tension may be too tight — try using a hook one size larger. If the flower is floppy and loose, try going down a hook size. For forget me nots specifically, a slightly firm tension gives the best results because it keeps the petals from folding and helps them hold their shape when sewn onto a surface.

Shaping and Finishing Your Flower

Once you have fastened off and woven in your ends, take a moment to shape the petals gently with your fingers. Each petal should fan out slightly from the center, creating that characteristic rounded look of a real forget me not. If you are working with cotton yarn, you can lightly dampen the flower and pin it flat on a foam blocking mat, then allow it to dry completely. This is called wet blocking and it produces a beautifully crisp, professional finish. Wool and wool blends respond especially well to blocking; acrylic yarn will hold its shape without it.

If you want an even more defined center, you can use a small amount of yellow embroidery floss to make a few straight stitches radiating outward from the very middle of the yellow circle, mimicking the stamens of a real forget me not. This is entirely optional but adds a lovely handmade detail.

Making Multiple Flowers: Tips for Efficiency

Once you have made your first forget me not, you will likely want to make many more. Here are a few tips for working efficiently when making flowers in bulk.

Work in assembly-line style. Complete all your yellow centers first, then switch to your petal color and work through all your Round 2s. This reduces the number of times you are switching yarn and weaving in ends mid-session, which saves both time and mental energy.

Use a stitch marker or small piece of contrasting yarn to mark the first stitch of Round 1 on each center before you put them aside. This makes it much easier to find your starting point when you come back to add the petals.

Keep your finished flowers in a small bowl or tray as you work. Watching the collection grow is genuinely motivating, especially if you are working toward a large project like a garland or a heavily embellished piece of clothing.

Creative Ways to Use Your Forget Me Not Flowers

The crochet forget me not is one of those building blocks that opens up a whole world of creative possibilities. Here are some of the most popular and beautiful ways to use them.

Hair accessories: Glue or sew a cluster of three to five flowers onto a plain metal barrette, a headband, or a bobby pin base. Add a few small green leaves in single crochet for a botanical, garden-inspired look. These make wonderful gifts for children and adults alike.

Bouquets and arrangements: Attach each flower to a length of green floral wire wrapped in floral tape. Bundle several together with a mix of sizes and greenery and tie them with ribbon. Place them in a small vase for a permanent floral display that requires zero maintenance.

Bag embellishment: Use a yarn needle and matching thread to appliqué a scattering of forget me nots across the front of a knitted or crocheted bag, a canvas tote, or even a denim jacket. For fabric surfaces, it helps to use a thin backing of felt behind each flower to stabilize the attachment point.

Blanket borders: If you are working on a baby blanket or a lap throw, attaching forget me not flowers along the border or at each corner adds a sweet, cottage-style finishing touch that elevates the whole piece.

Garlands: Thread finished flowers onto a length of thin ribbon or rustic twine, spacing them evenly or clustering them in groups of three with small gaps between clusters. Hang across a mantle, a window, a nursery wall, or a party backdrop for a charming handmade decoration.

Bookmarks: Attach a flower to the top of a strip of ribbon or a length of thick crochet chain for a delightful bookmark that anyone who loves reading will appreciate.

Gift toppers: Instead of a bow, sew a small cluster of forget me nots onto a gift tag or directly onto ribbon wrapped around a present. It transforms an ordinary wrapped gift into something genuinely special.

Variations to Try

Once you are comfortable with the basic pattern, there are several easy variations worth exploring.

Two-tone petals: Work the first half of the petal sequence in one color and the second half in another for an ombré or bicolor effect. This technique requires a little extra attention to your color changes but produces a truly striking result.

Raised center: Instead of a flat single crochet center, work your Round 1 into a magic ring using double crochet stitches for a slightly domed, three-dimensional effect. This makes the yellow center pop even more visibly against the petals.

Larger bloom: Add a third round to create a fuller, larger flower. After completing your five petals, rejoin at the base of any petal and work a row of single crochet along the outer edge of each petal, adding a chain at each tip for a more pointed, daisy-like shape.

Mini flowers: Using thread weight cotton and a 1.5 mm steel hook, you can make tiny forget me nots barely larger than a fingernail. These are exquisite for jewelry applications, particularly when set onto resin-coated pendants or used to embellish a crocheted collar.

Caring for Your Finished Flowers

Proper care ensures your crochet flowers stay beautiful over time.

For flowers made from cotton or linen yarn, hand washing in cool water with a gentle soap is ideal. Lay flat to dry to maintain shape.

For wool flowers, use cool water and avoid agitation, which can cause felting. Wool-specific wash products help preserve the fiber.

For acrylic flowers, you have the most flexibility. They can typically be machine washed on a gentle cycle and tumble dried on low, making them practical choices for children’s items or anything that will see frequent washing.

Store finished flowers in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Over time, UV exposure can fade even colorfast dyes, so keeping your finished pieces out of prolonged sunlight will preserve their vibrancy.

Final Thoughts

There is a quiet satisfaction in making something small and beautiful. The forget me not crochet flower is one of those projects that rewards you almost immediately — within a few minutes of picking up your hook, you have something lovely to show for your time. But there is also a deeper pleasure in the repetition, in making one flower and then another, building a collection of tiny blooms that you can scatter generously across your creative life.

Whether you are brand new to crochet or an experienced maker looking for a fresh project to relax with, this pattern has something to offer you. It practices foundational stitches in a forgiving format. It produces results that genuinely look impressive for the effort involved. And it gives you a motif with almost endless application.

So gather your yarn, find a comfortable seat, and start your first ring. Your garden is waiting.

If you make your own forget me not flowers using this tutorial, I would love to see them! Share your finished blooms in the comments below or tag your photos so the whole community can admire your work. Happy crocheting!