Free Crochet Bell Flower Bag Charm Pattern 🌸
There is something deeply satisfying about finishing a bag and then realizing it still needs just a little something extra. A zipper pull that gets overlooked, a plain handle that could use some personality, or a front pocket that sits quietly when it could be making a statement. That is where a handmade bag charm steps in, and specifically, a crochet bell flower bag charm is one of the most charming, lightweight, and beginner-friendly accessories you can make with just a small amount of yarn and a few minutes of your time.
This free crochet bell flower bag charm pattern walks you through every step of creating a delicate, dimensional flower that dangles beautifully from your favorite tote, crossbody, purse, or backpack. Whether you are brand new to crochet or you have been hooking for years and want a satisfying quick project, this pattern is designed to be clear, approachable, and genuinely fun to make.
Let’s get into everything you need to know, from the materials to the stitch breakdown, styling ideas, and tips for making multiple charms as gifts.
Why Crochet Bag Charms Are Having a Moment
Handmade accessories have seen a huge resurgence over the past few years, and bag charms are right at the center of that trend. Luxury fashion houses have been selling bag charms for hundreds of dollars, which has sent crafters everywhere reaching for their hooks and yarn to create their own versions at a fraction of the cost.
A crochet bell flower bag charm is especially popular because the bell flower shape has a natural, organic elegance. The petals cup inward slightly, giving the flower a three-dimensional form that catches the eye in a way flat appliqué flowers simply cannot. When it hangs from a bag strap or clip, it moves gently and looks intentional and polished rather than overly crafty.
These little charms are also a fantastic stash buster. You only need a small amount of yarn to make one, which means you can dip into leftover skeins from other projects and create a rainbow of flowers in different colorways. They make wonderful gifts, market fair items, and fundraiser crafts because they are quick to make and universally appealing.
Materials You Will Need
Before you begin, gather the following supplies. The good news is that everything on this list is inexpensive and easy to find at any craft store or online.
Yarn: A small amount of DK weight or worsted weight yarn in your chosen flower color. You will use less than 20 grams per charm. Cotton yarn works particularly well for this pattern because it holds the bell flower shape beautifully and gives the petals a crisp, defined edge. Acrylic yarn is a great budget-friendly alternative and comes in nearly every color imaginable.
Crochet Hook: A 3.5 mm or 4 mm hook depending on your yarn weight. If you are using DK weight yarn, start with a 3.5 mm hook. For worsted weight, a 4 mm hook gives you a nice drape while still maintaining the flower’s structure. As always, your gauge does not need to be perfect for a decorative piece like this, so feel free to go up or down a hook size depending on how your tension tends to run.
Stitch Markers: A few locking stitch markers will help you keep track of your round starts and petal placement points, especially if you are making multiple charms at once.
Yarn Needle: For weaving in ends and, if you choose, attaching additional embellishments.
Bag Charm Hardware: A lobster clasp or swivel clip paired with a short length of chain, a keyring, or a piece of ribbon. You can find these in the jewelry-making section of most craft stores. Gold and silver tones both look lovely against yarn flowers. If you want a simpler finish, a keyring alone works perfectly.
Optional Extras: Seed beads, pearl beads, or a small button for the flower center. Embroidery thread for adding stamens or detail stitching. A small amount of contrasting yarn for a two-tone flower center.
Gauge and Finished Size
Gauge is flexible for this decorative pattern, but here is a general reference point. Using DK weight cotton yarn and a 3.5 mm hook, the finished flower should measure approximately 6 to 7 centimeters across at its widest point. The charm, once assembled with hardware, will hang approximately 10 to 12 centimeters total depending on the length of chain or ribbon you choose.
If you want a larger flower, simply go up a hook size or use worsted weight yarn. For a smaller, more delicate charm, try fingering weight yarn with a 2.5 mm hook.
Abbreviations Used in This Pattern
This pattern is written using standard US crochet terminology.
ch — chain
sl st — slip stitch
sc — single crochet
hdc — half double crochet
dc — double crochet
tr — treble crochet
st — stitch
sp — space
MR — magic ring
rep — repeat
[ ] — work the instructions inside the brackets the number of times indicated
Free Crochet Bell Flower Bag Charm Pattern
Part One: The Flower
Foundation Ring
Begin with a magic ring. If you are not comfortable with the magic ring technique, you can chain 4 and join with a slip stitch to form a small ring instead. The magic ring gives you a tighter, neater center.
Round 1: Into the magic ring, work [ch 3, sc] five times. You will have 5 chain-3 loops sitting around the center ring. Pull the magic ring tight. Do not join. (5 loops)
These loops form the base of each bell flower petal and are what give the finished flower its characteristic cupped shape.
Round 2: For each loop from Round 1, work the following petal sequence into the ch-3 space: sc, hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc. After completing each petal, slip stitch into the next sc from Round 1 to anchor the petal base before moving on. You will work 5 petals in total. (5 petals)
After completing all five petals, slip stitch into the first sc of the round to close.
Round 3 (Optional — for a fuller, more layered flower): Working behind the petals from Round 2, locate the slip stitches between the petals. Insert your hook from the back of the work into the sl st below the first petal. Join your yarn here. [Ch 4, sl st into next sl st between petals] five times. You now have 5 larger chain-4 loops sitting behind the first layer of petals. (5 loops)
Round 4 (Back Petals): Into each ch-4 space, work: sc, hdc, dc, tr, tr, dc, hdc, sc. Slip stitch between each petal to anchor. These back petals will be slightly larger than the front petals and will fan out behind them, creating the layered bell flower effect that makes this charm look so professional. (5 larger back petals)
Fasten off and leave a tail of approximately 15 centimeters for attaching the flower center or sewing the charm together.
Part Two: The Flower Center
The center of the flower is what ties the whole piece together. You have a few options here.
Option A — Simple Crocheted Button Center
Using a small amount of contrasting yarn and a 3 mm or 3.5 mm hook, work the following: MR, ch 1, work 6 sc into the ring, join with sl st. Pull ring tight. Fasten off with a long tail. Thread the tail onto your yarn needle and use it to sew the center button onto the middle of your flower, pulling it down slightly so it anchors all the petal bases and gives the flower its final cupped shape.
Option B — Bead or Button Center
Thread a large seed bead, a pearl bead, or a small decorative button onto a length of yarn. Pull the yarn ends through to the back of the flower center and tie them securely. This gives a sparkling, polished look that is especially pretty with metallic or natural linen-colored yarn flowers.
Option C — Yarn Knot Center
The simplest option of all. Cut three short lengths of yarn in a contrasting color, knot them together at the center, and sew the knot to the middle of the flower. Trim the ends to even lengths of about 1.5 centimeters and allow them to fray slightly for a bohemian, textural look.
Part Three: Assembling the Bag Charm
Once your flower is complete and your ends are all woven in securely, it is time to attach the hardware.
Cut a length of chain, ribbon, or cord to your preferred drop length. A drop of 5 to 8 centimeters below the attachment point is a good starting length, but adjust based on your personal preference and the bag you plan to use it on.
Thread a jump ring through the top link of your chain and through the base of your crocheted flower, then close the jump ring tightly using jewelry pliers. Attach your lobster clasp or swivel clip to the top of the chain using another jump ring. Close securely.
If you prefer a no-hardware approach, you can simply tie the flower to your bag using a loop of ribbon, a leather cord, or a length of matching yarn. This works especially well if the bag has a D-ring, a zipper pull loop, or a handle with a gap to thread through.
Tips for Making a Beautiful Bell Flower Every Time
The tension in Round 2 and Round 4 matters more than you might expect. If you crochet these petal rounds very tightly, the petals will curl inward and the flower will look more like a closed bud, which is beautiful in its own right but different from the open bell shape. Working with a slightly looser tension through the petals gives you that soft, open look.
Blocking your flower makes a significant difference in the final result, particularly if you used cotton yarn. Wet blocking is simple: dampen the finished flower with cool water, pin it gently to a foam mat in your desired shape, and allow it to dry completely. The petals will hold their position beautifully once dry.
If you want to add a little structure to help the flower keep its shape during everyday use, you can lightly stiffen it with fabric stiffener spray or a diluted mixture of white glue and water. Brush it on lightly, shape the petals while wet, and let dry fully before attaching the hardware.
Color Inspiration and Yarn Suggestions
One of the most delightful parts of this pattern is choosing your yarn. Bell flowers work beautifully in just about every color family, but here are a few combinations that look especially stunning as bag charms.
Dusty pink with a cream center reads as soft and romantic, perfect for canvas tote bags or woven straw bags. A terracotta flower with a burnt orange bead center has an earthy, autumnal warmth that pairs beautifully with leather bags in camel or cognac tones. Soft lavender with a pale gold bead center looks effortlessly chic and pairs well with both neutral and brightly colored bags. If you want something bold, try a cobalt blue flower with a contrasting lemon yellow center — the color pop is eye-catching and joyful.
For a more subtle, sophisticated charm, try working the entire flower in a single tonal color with only the center providing a slight contrast. Cream on cream with a champagne bead center, or dusty sage with a forest green center, are both understated and elegant.
Making Multiple Flowers for a Cluster Charm
One bell flower is lovely. Three or five together in a cluster charm is absolutely stunning. To make a cluster charm, simply make three to five individual flowers in varying sizes or colors, then attach them all to a single longer chain at different heights using individual jump rings. The flowers should hang at slightly different lengths so they overlap softly rather than bunching together at a single point.
You can also make a mini bouquet charm by attaching the flowers to a small bunch of twisted yarn “stems” bound together at the top with a few wraps of thread, then attaching the whole bundle to your hardware. This makes a beautiful gift, especially when paired with a personalized tag.
Gifting and Selling Your Crochet Bell Flower Charms
These charms make genuinely thoughtful handmade gifts. A set of two or three in a friend’s favorite colors, tied together with a ribbon and attached to a little card explaining how to use them, is a present that will get used daily. For birthdays, teacher gifts, bridesmaids, or just-because presents, they hit that sweet spot of personal, useful, and beautiful.
If you are interested in selling your crochet work, bag charms are an ideal product for craft fairs, Etsy shops, and local boutiques. They are quick to produce in multiples, use very little yarn, and have wide appeal across age groups. Display them in a small glass jar or hanging from a wooden dowel at your market stall, and you will find that people stop to look almost immediately.
When pricing handmade items for sale, remember to account for your materials, your time, and the platform fees if selling online. Even a small charm represents real skill and creativity, and it deserves a fair price.
A Note on Customizing This Pattern
This pattern is intentionally written as a starting point rather than a rigid set of instructions. Once you understand the basic bell flower construction, you will naturally find yourself experimenting. Try working the petals in a variegated yarn for a watercolor effect. Add a second, smaller flower on top of the first for extra dimension. Use metallic thread held alongside your main yarn for a subtle shimmer. Work the flower in a stiffened thread for an heirloom ornament quality that makes the charm feel truly special.
Crochet is one of those crafts where every maker brings something unique to even a simple pattern, and the bell flower shape is forgiving and flexible enough to accommodate all sorts of creative variations. Trust your instincts, try new combinations, and remember that even if something does not turn out quite how you imagined, a small flower made by hand always has charm.
Final Thoughts
A free crochet bell flower bag charm pattern is the kind of project that seems small but delivers an outsized reward. You pick up your hook, work through a few rounds, and thirty to forty-five minutes later you have something genuinely beautiful in your hands. It clips onto a bag and suddenly that bag feels new again. You make five in an afternoon and you have gifts sorted for the next several occasions on your calendar. You make twenty and you have a table at the craft fair.
Whether you are crocheting to relax, to create, to gift, or to sell, this little flower delivers on all fronts. Save this pattern, share it with your crochet friends, and do not be surprised if you find yourself making one in every color of the rainbow before the week is out. Happy hooking! 🌸
