Free Lavender Flower Wall Hanging Crochet Pattern
There is something undeniably calming about lavender. The soft purple hues, the delicate petals, the way it conjures images of sun-drenched fields in the south of France — it is one of those motifs that never really goes out of style in home décor. If you have been looking for a way to bring that feeling into your living space without spending a fortune, a lavender flower wall hanging worked in crochet is one of the most satisfying projects you can pick up. And the best part? You do not need to be an advanced crocheter to make something truly beautiful.
This post walks you through a complete, free crochet pattern for a lavender flower wall hanging. Whether you are a beginner who just learned how to hold a hook, or an experienced maker looking for a weekend project with real visual impact, this pattern has something for you. We will cover materials, stitch abbreviations, gauge, step-by-step instructions, and finishing tips so you can hang something handmade and lovely on your wall by this time next week.
Why Crochet a Lavender Wall Hanging?
Wall hangings have become one of the most popular crochet projects for a reason. They transform a blank wall into a focal point, they make meaningful handmade gifts, and they give you the freedom to play with color and texture in a way that functional items like dishcloths or hats simply do not allow.
Lavender specifically is an inspired choice for wall art. The color palette — ranging from pale lilac to deep violet, often paired with sage green and creamy white — works beautifully in almost any room. It suits bohemian, Scandinavian, cottagecore, and minimalist interiors equally well. If you sell handmade items on Etsy or at craft fairs, a lavender wall hanging is the kind of piece that attracts attention and sells consistently throughout the year.
Beyond aesthetics, this project is an excellent way to practice a few skills: working in the round, creating dimensional flowers, joining motifs, and finishing with fringe or tassels. You will use these skills over and over in future projects.
Materials You Will Need
Before you begin, gather everything on this list. Having your supplies ready before you sit down to crochet makes the whole process smoother and more enjoyable.
Yarn: You will need three colors for this project. Choose a worsted weight yarn (category 4) for the body of the hanging and the stems, and a lighter DK or sport weight (category 3) for the flower petals if you want a more delicate look — though worsted works perfectly well throughout if you prefer to keep things simple. Suggested colors are a deep lavender or violet, a lighter lilac or pale purple, and a soft sage green or olive for the stems and leaves. You will also want a small amount of cream or off-white for the background panels. Approximately 200 yards of lavender, 100 yards of lilac, 150 yards of green, and 100 yards of cream should be more than enough.
Hooks: A 5.0 mm (H/8) crochet hook works well for worsted weight throughout this pattern. If you choose to use DK weight for petals, switch to a 4.0 mm (G/6) hook for those sections.
Other supplies: A wooden dowel or a sturdy branch approximately 12 to 14 inches wide, a yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, stitch markers (optional but helpful), and a measuring tape.
Abbreviations Used in This Pattern
ch — chain
sl st — slip stitch
sc — single crochet
hdc — half double crochet
dc — double crochet
tr — treble crochet
sp — space
st — stitch
rep — repeat
rnd — round
RS — right side
WS — wrong side
MR — magic ring (also called magic loop or adjustable ring)
Gauge
Gauge is not critical for this project since it is decorative rather than functional, but as a general reference: 14 sc × 16 rows = 4 inches using worsted weight yarn and a 5.0 mm hook. Your finished wall hanging will measure approximately 10 to 12 inches wide and 18 to 22 inches long including fringe.
Pattern Notes
This wall hanging is worked in several separate pieces that are assembled at the end. The background panel is worked first, then the lavender flower sprigs are made individually and attached. Fringe is added last. If you prefer to embroider or sew on the flowers after completing the background, that approach works too.
Read through the entire pattern once before you begin. It is always easier to crochet with confidence when you know where you are headed.
Part One: The Background Panel
The background panel forms the base of your wall hanging. It is a simple rectangular piece that gives the lavender sprigs something to rest against and frames the whole composition.
Using cream or off-white yarn and your 5.0 mm hook, chain 38.
Row 1: Sc in the second ch from hook and in each ch across. (37 sc) Turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn.
Repeat Row 2 until your panel measures approximately 10 inches from the starting chain. Fasten off and weave in ends. You will have a clean rectangle that forms the backdrop of your hanging.
If you would like to add texture to the background, you can work the rows in a linen stitch (alternating sc and ch-1 with offset placement) or a moss stitch instead. Both create an interesting woven effect that adds visual depth without complicating the construction.
Part Two: The Lavender Flower Sprig
Each lavender sprig consists of a stem, several small flower clusters, and two small leaves. You will make three complete sprigs for this wall hanging, which creates a full, balanced look. Feel free to make more if you want a denser arrangement.
The Stem
Using sage green yarn and your 5.0 mm hook, chain 18. Sl st back along the chain from the second ch from the hook to the end, working one sl st in each ch. This creates a firm, slightly rounded stem. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for attaching.
The Lavender Flower Clusters
Each sprig has seven small flower clusters attached up the length of the stem. Work these in deep lavender yarn.
Single Flower Cluster (make 21 total — 7 per sprig):
Using lavender yarn and your hook, make a MR.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, work 5 sc into the ring, pull ring closed, sl st to join to first sc. (5 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in same st, 2 dc in each st around. Sl st to join to top of ch-3. (10 dc)
Fasten off, leaving a tail for attaching. This creates a tiny puffed flower head that looks remarkably like a real lavender bud cluster when several are placed close together up a stem.
If you want a slightly more dimensional flower, after completing Rnd 2 you can add a petal round: ch 3, dc in same st, ch 2, sl st in same st (first petal made). Sl st in next st, ch 3, dc in same st, ch 2, sl st in same st — repeat from * around to create five small pointed petals radiating outward. This extra step takes only a minute or two per flower but elevates the overall look considerably.
The Leaves
Each sprig gets two small leaves, one on either side near the base of the stem. Work these in green yarn.
Leaf (make 6 total — 2 per sprig):
Using green yarn, ch 8.
Row 1: Sc in the second ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next 2 ch, hdc in next ch, sc in next ch. Work 3 sc in the last ch (this is the tip of the leaf). Now work back along the other side of the foundation chain: sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in next 2 ch, hdc in next ch, sc in last ch. Sl st to join to the first sc.
Fasten off, leaving a tail for attaching. You will have a simple, symmetrical leaf shape that adds a natural, organic quality to your sprigs.
Part Three: Assembling the Sprigs
Lay one stem piece on a flat surface. Using a yarn needle and the tails left on each flower cluster, attach seven flower clusters up the length of the stem, spacing them evenly about half an inch apart. Start about one-third of the way up the stem and work toward the top, leaving the lower portion bare. Weave in all ends on the back side.
Attach one leaf to each side of the lower part of the stem, near the first flower cluster. The leaves should angle gently outward, as they would on a real lavender plant.
Repeat the assembly process for all three sprigs.
Part Four: Assembling the Wall Hanging
Lay your background panel flat. Arrange the three lavender sprigs on the panel. A pleasing arrangement places one sprig near the center and one on each side, slightly offset so the tops of the flowers are not all at the exact same height. The natural staggering adds movement and a hand-gathered look.
Once you are happy with the arrangement, pin the sprigs in place. Using your yarn needle and matching thread or a thin strand of green yarn, carefully whip stitch or running stitch each sprig to the background. Focus on anchoring the stem at the top, middle, and bottom; the flower clusters and leaves can be left slightly raised for a three-dimensional effect.
Part Five: Attaching the Panel to the Dowel
Fold the top edge of your background panel over your wooden dowel or branch, leaving about half an inch of overlap. Using your yarn needle and cream yarn, whip stitch the folded edge to the back of the panel, securing the dowel inside the fold. Work all the way across, keeping your stitches even and firm. The dowel should not shift when the hanging is lifted.
Cut a length of yarn approximately 24 inches long. Tie one end to each side of the dowel to create a hanging cord. You can use a single strand or twist or braid multiple strands together for a thicker cord. Knot securely at both ends and trim any excess.
Part Six: Adding Fringe
Fringe is optional but adds a lovely bohemian finish to the bottom of your wall hanging. You can use cream yarn to match the background, lavender to echo the flowers, or a mix of both.
Cut lengths of yarn approximately 10 to 12 inches long. You will need two strands per fringe knot. Fold two strands in half together, insert your hook into a stitch along the bottom edge of the panel, pull the folded loop partway through, then pass the cut ends through the loop and pull snug. This is a standard lark’s head knot fringe.
Work a fringe knot into every second or third stitch across the bottom edge, spacing them evenly. Once all fringe is attached, lay the hanging flat and trim the ends to an even length — or leave them slightly uneven for a more natural, wild look that suits the lavender theme beautifully.
Finishing Touches and Styling Tips
Once your wall hanging is complete, take a moment to block it if needed. Gently mist it with water, pin it to a blocking board or a towel on a flat surface, and allow it to dry fully. This evens out the stitches and helps the whole piece hang straight.
When it comes to displaying your lavender wall hanging, placement matters. It looks stunning above a bed as a headboard alternative, centered on a gallery wall surrounded by framed prints, hung in a reading nook, or displayed in a bathroom for a soft spa-like atmosphere. The lavender color palette pairs especially well with natural wood tones, linen, and plants.
If you are making this as a gift, consider a simple kraft paper tag attached to the dowel with a short description of the yarns used or a handwritten note. Handmade items carry so much more meaning when accompanied by a little personal touch.
Variations to Try
Once you have made this pattern once, you will find yourself wanting to riff on it. A few directions worth exploring: try a monochromatic version using four or five shades of purple for a gradient effect; swap out the lavender for wildflowers like daisies or poppies by simply changing the flower cluster shape; add additional rows of fringe for extra drama; or work the background panel in a granny square construction for a more traditional crochet look. You can also scale the whole project up by using bulky yarn and a larger dowel for a statement piece that commands attention across a larger wall.
A Few Notes on Yarn Substitutions
This pattern is genuinely flexible when it comes to yarn choice. If you have a stash of odds and ends in purple and green tones, this is a wonderful stash-buster project. Acrylic yarns work beautifully and are easy to care for, which is a practical consideration for something that will collect dust in a real home. Cotton yarns give a crisper look with more stitch definition. Wool or wool-blend yarns add warmth and a slight halo that softens the overall appearance. Avoid very fuzzy yarns like mohair for the flower clusters, as the detail can get lost — but a touch of mohair in the fringe creates a wonderful feathery texture.
Final Thoughts
A lavender flower wall hanging is one of those crochet projects that punches well above its weight. It looks complex and thoughtful, but it is built entirely from simple shapes that even relatively new crocheters can handle. The process itself is meditative and enjoyable — making all those small flower clusters while watching a favorite show, gradually building up something beautiful stitch by stitch. And the result is a piece of home décor that feels personal, seasonal, and genuinely lovely in a way that mass-produced art simply cannot match.
Whether you are making this for yourself, gifting it to someone you care about, or listing it in a handmade shop, you should feel proud of what you create. Crochet at its best is exactly this: a simple craft producing something warm, tactile, and alive with care.
Happy hooking, and may your walls smell as sweet as lavender even when they are made of yarn.
