Free Crochet Flower Bouquet Bag Charm Pattern With Daisy And Tulips

If you love adding a touch of handmade charm to your everyday accessories, you are going to absolutely adore this free crochet flower bouquet bag charm pattern. This adorable little project combines two of the most beloved flowers in the crafting world — the cheerful daisy and the elegant tulip — into a miniature bouquet that you can hang from your bag, backpack, purse, or even your keys. It is the kind of project that looks impressively intricate but is actually achievable for crocheters of all skill levels, including confident beginners.

Whether you are looking for a quick handmade gift, a fun way to use up your yarn scraps, or simply a way to personalize your accessories, this pattern has everything you need. So grab your hook and your favorite colors, and let’s bring this little bouquet to life.

Why You Will Love This Pattern

Bag charms are one of those magical little projects that punch way above their weight. They take only a small amount of yarn and time, but the result is something genuinely delightful that people will stop and compliment you on. A crochet flower bouquet bag charm specifically has a few qualities that make it extra special.

First, it is a perfect scrap buster. If you have ever finished a larger crochet project and been left with tiny balls of leftover yarn in beautiful colors, this is your opportunity to use every last bit of them. Flowers look best when worked in different colors, so the more variety you have, the more vibrant and realistic your bouquet will appear.

Second, this pattern makes an exceptional gift. Whether you are making something for a friend’s birthday, a Mother’s Day present, a teacher appreciation gift, or a little something to brighten someone’s day, a handmade crochet bouquet bag charm feels thoughtful and personal in a way that store-bought gifts rarely do. It takes only an evening or two to complete, but it looks like you spent a great deal of effort and care on it.

Third, this is a wonderful way to practice specific crochet techniques — particularly working in the round, shaping petals, and attaching components — without committing to a large project. By the time you finish your bouquet, you will have sharpened skills that will serve you well in countless future crochet projects.

Materials You Will Need

Before you sit down to start crocheting, gather the following supplies. Because this is a small project, the yarn amounts needed are minimal.

For the yarn, you will need small amounts of worsted weight yarn or cotton yarn in the following colors: white or cream for daisy petals, yellow for daisy centers, at least two shades of pink, red, purple, or any tulip color you love for the tulip petals, and green for the stems and leaves. You can absolutely mix and match colors based on what you already have in your stash. Cotton yarn tends to work beautifully for flowers because it holds its shape well and gives the petals a crisp, clean look, but any medium weight yarn will work.

For tools and notions, you will need a 3.5mm or 4mm crochet hook depending on your yarn weight and personal tension, a yarn needle for weaving in ends and assembling the bouquet, scissors, a small piece of florist wire or pipe cleaners for the stems (optional but recommended for structure), floral tape or green embroidery floss to wrap the stems if desired, a small swivel clasp or lobster claw clasp to attach the charm to your bag, a jump ring or piece of ribbon or twine to connect everything, and stitch markers if you find them helpful when working in the round.

Abbreviations Used In This Pattern

This pattern uses standard US crochet terminology. Here is a quick reference for the abbreviations you will encounter.

ch means chain. sl st means slip stitch. sc means single crochet. hdc means half double crochet. dc means double crochet. tr means treble crochet. MR means magic ring. sp means space. rep means repeat. sk means skip. st means stitch. ( ) brackets indicate a group of stitches worked into the same stitch or space. to indicates a section of the pattern to be repeated.

The Daisy Pattern

The daisy is worked in two parts: the center circle and the petal round, which are worked separately and then joined together. This technique gives the daisy a lovely dimensional look.

Daisy Center

Using yellow yarn, make a magic ring and work 6 sc into the ring. Pull the ring closed snugly. This forms the center button of your daisy. You can add texture by working slip stitches across the surface with a slightly darker yellow yarn if you want a more realistic look, but it is perfectly beautiful left as a smooth circle. Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

Daisy Petals

Using white or cream yarn, ch 15. Row 1: Starting in the second ch from the hook, sc across (14 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 2: Sc across (14 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 3: Sc across. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Roll this small strip into a coil and use your yarn tail to stitch the base of the coil together, creating a round petal base. The petals will fan out naturally as you do this. Alternatively, you can work individual petals using the following method for a more defined look.

Individual Petal Method (Alternative)

Using white or cream yarn, ch 8. Starting in the second ch from the hook, sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st in the last ch. This creates one petal. Fasten off. Repeat to make 8 petals total. Arrange them evenly around the yellow center circle and sew each one to the base. This gives your daisy a very classic, precise look that photographs beautifully.

Once your petals are attached, sew the yellow center on top. The daisy is complete. Set it aside and move on to the tulips.

The Tulip Pattern

The tulip is worked in one continuous piece that creates the cup shape naturally. It is worked in the round and then shaped at the opening to create the characteristic tulip silhouette.

Tulip Body

Using your chosen tulip color, make a magic ring and ch 1. Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring and join with a sl st to the first sc. Round 2: Ch 1. Work 2 sc in each st around (12 sc). Join with sl st. Round 3: Ch 1. (Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) rep around (18 sc). Join with sl st. Round 4: Ch 1. Sc in each st around. Join with sl st. Round 5: Ch 1. Sc in each st around. Join with sl st. Round 6: Ch 1. Sc in each st around. Join with sl st.

Now you will shape the tulip opening to give it those beautiful curved petals.

Round 7 (Petal shaping): Ch 3 (counts as dc). Dc in same st. Skip 2 sts, sl st in next st, skip 2 sts, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next st. Rep from to twice more. Skip 2 sts, sl st in next st, skip remaining sts and join with sl st to the top of beginning ch-3.

This round creates six petal shapes at the rim of the tulip, giving it that lush, full appearance that makes crochet tulips look so lifelike. If you want a slightly larger tulip, add one more sc round before Round 7.

Tulip Stem

Cut a piece of florist wire or pipe cleaner to approximately 10–12cm (about 4–5 inches). Using green yarn, ch enough stitches to wrap around the wire snugly (approximately 30–35 chains for a 10cm piece). Fold the chain over the wire and sl st along the back of the chain to create a covered stem. This gives your stem lovely structure. Alternatively, you can make a foundation chain and work sc stitches back along it to create a thick, sturdy stem without wire. Insert the stem into the bottom opening of the tulip and stitch it in place securely.

Make two or three tulips in different colors for a full, lush bouquet.

The Leaf Pattern

Leaves add texture and dimension to your bouquet, making the whole arrangement look more realistic and polished.

Using green yarn, ch 10. Row 1: Starting in the second ch from the hook, sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st. Do not turn. Working along the opposite side of the foundation chain: sl st, sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc. Join with sl st to the first sc. Fasten off, leaving a tail.

Make three to five leaves depending on how full you want your bouquet to look. You can vary the starting chain length for leaves of different sizes — try a ch 12 for a longer leaf or a ch 8 for a shorter, rounder one.

Assembling Your Bouquet

This is where everything comes together, and it is truly the most satisfying step.

Lay out all your flowers and leaves and arrange them the way you want the bouquet to look. A typical arrangement for this charm uses two tulips and one daisy as the focal flowers, with leaves filling in the sides and back. Play with the arrangement before you start sewing anything, because it is much easier to adjust things at this stage.

Once you are happy with the placement, begin binding the stems together. Hold all the stems together and wrap them firmly with green yarn, floral tape, or green embroidery floss. Start just below the flower heads and work your way down the stem bundle for about 3–4cm (approximately 1.5 inches). This wrapping creates the “gathered” look of a real bouquet and holds everything in place.

Tuck the leaves into the arrangement as you wrap, positioning some at the sides and a couple toward the back to frame the flowers from behind. Once everything feels secure, tie off your wrapping yarn or tape and trim any excess stem length so the bouquet is neat and tidy.

Attach your jump ring or a folded loop of ribbon to the very top of the stem bundle, just below the flowers. This is what you will use to connect the charm to your clasp. Thread your swivel clasp or lobster claw clasp onto the jump ring, and your bag charm is essentially complete.

Tips For A Beautiful Bouquet Bag Charm

Getting the tension right matters more in small projects than in large ones, because every stitch is visible. Aim for a relatively tight tension so your flowers hold their shape well and don’t look floppy. If your flowers are coming out too loose, try going down half a hook size.

When stuffing the tulip, a tiny wisp of polyfill stuffing can help the tulip hold its cup shape beautifully. You only need the smallest amount — just enough to give the flower body and prevent the bottom from collapsing.

For the daisy, blocking is your best friend. After you complete the daisy, mist it lightly with water and pin the petals out flat on a foam mat or blocking board. Let it dry completely. You will be amazed at the difference this makes. The petals lie flat and the overall flower looks much more polished.

Don’t be afraid to mix yarn textures. Using a slightly fuzzy or heathered yarn for one of the tulips, for instance, can add interesting visual texture to the bouquet and make the finished charm look more dimensional.

If you are making this as a gift, consider tucking the charm into a small gift box lined with tissue paper, or tying it to a gift bag. The way it is presented makes it feel even more special and intentional.

Customizing Your Bouquet

One of the best things about this pattern is how infinitely customizable it is. Here are a few ideas to make your bouquet unique.

You can add a tiny crochet rose by working a chain, turning, and working double crochets along the chain with increasing height, then rolling the strip into a coil. Roses pair beautifully with daisies and tulips.

You can make a seasonal bouquet by changing the colors. Pastel pinks and lavenders are perfect for spring. Deep burgundy and burnt orange tulips with ivory daisies feel very autumnal. Bright red and yellow create a cheerful summer bouquet. White and silver yarns transform the whole charm into something wintry and elegant.

You can also adjust the scale of the whole charm by using fingering weight yarn and a 2mm hook for an ultra-delicate miniature version, or worsted weight yarn with a 5mm hook for a larger, more statement-making charm.

Adding a tiny crochet bow at the base of the stem bundle gives the bouquet a gifted, tied-together look that is incredibly charming. Simply ch 20, fold the chain in half, and wrap a short length of yarn around the center to create a bow shape.

How To Care For Your Bag Charm

Because your charm will be hanging from a bag and exposed to everyday use, it is worth knowing how to keep it looking its best. If made with cotton yarn, it can be spot cleaned with a damp cloth and a tiny drop of gentle soap. Let it air dry completely before reattaching it to your bag. If made with acrylic yarn, it is similarly easy to spot clean.

Avoid leaving the charm in direct sunlight for extended periods, as this can cause some yarn colors to fade over time. When you are not using the bag, you can unclip the charm and store it somewhere it won’t get squished, which will help it maintain its shape.

Final Thoughts

This free crochet flower bouquet bag charm pattern is one of those designs that you will find yourself returning to again and again. It is fast, fun, and immensely satisfying to complete. The combination of the daisy and tulip gives the bouquet a bright, garden-fresh energy that works with everything from tote bags to backpacks to crossbody purses.

Once you have made one, you will likely want to make several — one for yourself, one as a gift, one in autumn colors to swap out when the seasons change. The pattern is simple enough to memorize after a couple of repetitions, which means you can work on it while watching a favorite show or chatting with friends.

If you make this pattern, please consider sharing your finished bouquet on social media and tagging your post so other crafters can find inspiration in your work. Seeing the different color combinations and personal touches people bring to a pattern is one of the most joyful parts of the crochet community.

Happy crocheting, and may your bags always bloom.