Crochet Amaryllis Flower Bouquet: Free Pattern and Video Tutorial

Few things in the crafting world compare to the satisfaction of creating something that looks like it was plucked straight from a garden — without ever having to water it. The crochet amaryllis flower bouquet is exactly that kind of project. Bold, dramatic, and absolutely stunning when finished, this pattern gives you a forever bouquet that sits proudly on a shelf, dresses up a table centerpiece, or makes a heartfelt handmade gift for someone special. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter looking for your next showstopper or an enthusiastic beginner ready to try something a little more ambitious, this free crochet pattern with video tutorial has everything you need to get started.

Let’s walk through the full pattern, from materials to finishing touches, so you can create your own gorgeous crochet amaryllis flower bouquet.

What Is an Amaryllis and Why Crochet It?

The amaryllis is one of the most striking flowering plants in the world. Native to South America and commonly grown as a holiday houseplant in colder climates, it produces large, trumpet-shaped blooms in shades of red, white, pink, and salmon. Each flower head sits atop a tall, hollow stem with long strap-like leaves fanning out at the base. The flowers are immediately recognizable — bold petals with a subtle ripple at the edges, a cluster of long stamens at the center, and that unmistakable regal presence.

Because of these distinctive features, the amaryllis translates beautifully into crochet. The trumpet shape, the petal structure, and the flowing leaves all lend themselves naturally to yarn work. Once assembled into a bouquet, the finished piece has genuine visual impact. Unlike some floral crochet projects that read more like cute accents, a crochet amaryllis bouquet looks like actual fine decor. People consistently stop to ask if it’s real — and that’s one of the best compliments a crocheted flower can receive.

Materials You Will Need

Before diving into the pattern, gather everything you need. Having your supplies ready makes the process much smoother.

Yarn: Worsted weight yarn works beautifully for this project and gives the flowers a nice body and definition. You’ll need your main petal color (classic red is stunning, but deep pink, white, salmon, or burgundy all work wonderfully), a green for the stem and leaves, and a pale yellow or cream for the stamen center. For a single amaryllis flower you’ll use roughly 50 to 60 yards of petal color. A full bouquet of three to five stems will use approximately 200 to 300 yards total across all colors.

Hook: A size 5mm (H/8) crochet hook pairs well with standard worsted weight yarn. If you tend to crochet tightly, go up half a size to a 5.5mm. The tension should be firm enough to hold the petal shape without being stiff.

Wire: Floral wire or pipe cleaners are essential for this project. 18-gauge floral wire works especially well for the main stem, giving it the height and slight bend that makes the bouquet look so natural and elegant. You can find floral wire at any craft store.

Floral tape: Green floral tape helps wrap the stem wire and blends seamlessly with your green yarn. It also helps secure wire ends and gives the stem a professional finish.

Stuffing: A small amount of polyfill stuffing for the flower center and, optionally, the base of the stem.

Stitch markers, scissors, yarn needle, and a ruler round out your supply list.

Understanding the Pattern Notes

This pattern uses US crochet terminology throughout. Here’s a quick reference for the stitches you’ll encounter:

ch — chain
sl st — slip stitch
sc — single crochet
hdc — half double crochet
dc — double crochet
tr — treble crochet
MR — magic ring
st(s) — stitch(es)
sp — space
rnd — round

The flower is worked in joined rounds unless otherwise stated. The leaves are worked flat in rows. The stem is crocheted around a wire foundation. Pay attention to the notes about not turning your work unless specifically instructed — keeping the right side facing you throughout the flower construction gives you much cleaner results.

Crochet Amaryllis Flower: Free Pattern

Part One: The Petals

The amaryllis has six petals arranged in two layers of three, which gives the flower its full, dimensional appearance. You’ll crochet each petal individually and then join them.

Make 6 petals per flower.

Using your petal color yarn, leave a long tail for sewing.

Foundation chain: Ch 4, join with a sl st to form a ring (or use a magic ring for a tighter start).

Row 1: Ch 1, work 3 sc into the ring. Do not join. Turn. (3 sc)

Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next st, 2 sc in last st. Turn. (5 sc)

Row 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in last st. Turn. (7 sc)

Row 4: Ch 1, sc across all 7 sts. Turn. (7 sc)

Row 5: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in last st. Turn. (9 sc)

Row 6: Ch 1, sc across all 9 sts. Turn. (9 sc)

Row 7: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in last st. Turn. (11 sc)

Rows 8 through 12: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. (11 sc each row)

Row 13: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 7 sts, sc2tog. Turn. (9 sc)

Row 14: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. (9 sc)

Row 15: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog. Turn. (7 sc)

Row 16: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. (7 sc)

Row 17: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog. Turn. (5 sc)

Row 18: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next st, sc2tog. Turn. (3 sc)

Row 19: Draw up a loop in all 3 sts, yarn over, pull through all loops. Fasten off, leaving a tail.

Now work a border around each petal to give it that gentle ripple at the edges. Join your yarn at the base of the petal. Working around the entire perimeter: sc evenly along one side, work (sc, ch 2, sc) at the tip, then sc evenly back down the other side. The border creates a slight curl that mimics the natural curve of a real amaryllis petal. Fasten off. Make all 6 petals before moving on.

Part Two: The Stamen Center

The stamen is worked in yellow or cream yarn and gives the flower its characteristic look. You’ll make six individual stamens and one central pistil.

For each stamen (make 6):

Ch 20. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 17 chs, work 3 sc in last ch. Working back along the other side of the foundation chain, sc in each ch across. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for attaching. These will curl slightly and look wonderfully organic once gathered.

For the pistil (make 1):

Ch 22. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. At the tip, ch 3 and join with a sl st to form a small loop. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Gather all six stamens and the pistil together, aligning the bases. Using a yarn needle, whipstitch the bases together tightly. Set aside.

Part Three: Assembling the Flower Head

Take three of your petals and arrange them with their bases meeting at a center point, spacing them evenly like the spokes of a wheel (120 degrees apart). Using a yarn needle and matching yarn, stitch the bases together securely. Now take your remaining three petals and nestle them between the first three, staggering them to fill the gaps. Stitch these down as well. You now have a full six-petal flower head.

Push the stamen bundle up through the center from the back, letting the stamens fan out naturally over the petals. Use a yarn needle to secure the stamen base to the flower center with several tight stitches. If the center looks a little unfinished from the front, work a few surface slip stitches in a coordinating color to clean it up. Your flower head is now complete.

Part Four: The Stem

Cut a length of 18-gauge floral wire to your desired stem height — typically 10 to 14 inches for a single stem. If you’re making a tall bouquet, you can go up to 16 or 18 inches. Wrap the wire with green floral tape first, stretching the tape slightly as you wrap so it adheres properly. This step takes only a minute or two and makes a significant difference in how polished the final stem looks.

Now, using green yarn and your hook, crochet a tube around the wire:

Foundation: Make a slip knot, leaving a 4-inch tail. Place the wire alongside the knot. Ch 2, then work 4 sc around the wire and the tail together. Join with a sl st. (4 sts)

Continue: Work 1 sc in each st around, enclosing the wire as you go. Do not increase or decrease — just crochet a simple tube. Continue until the entire wire is covered. At the top, sl st to the next st, fasten off, and weave in the end securely. At the bottom, leave a tail to weave in or to help attach the stem to a base later.

Using the tails from your flower head, attach the flower firmly to the top of the stem. Take your time with this step — you want the flower to sit upright and not wobble. A dab of fabric glue on the wire tip before attaching can add extra security.

Part Five: The Leaves

The long, arching leaves of an amaryllis are part of what makes the plant so recognizable. Work 2 to 3 leaves per stem.

Using green yarn, ch 24 (or more for longer leaves — ch 30 or 36 for dramatic large leaves).

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch to last ch, 3 sc in last ch (the tip). Working back along the other side of the foundation chain, sc in each ch to end. Join with a sl st. (This creates a basic leaf outline.)

Row 2: Ch 1, sc around the entire leaf, working 3 sc in the tip stitch and sc2tog at the base on each side to keep the base narrow. Join. Fasten off.

For extra dimension, work a surface slip stitch straight up the center of each leaf to create the midrib vein. This small detail elevates the look enormously. Attach the leaves at the base of the stem with a few tight stitches, letting them curve outward naturally.

Making a Full Bouquet

Three to five stems make a beautiful full bouquet. Vary your stem heights slightly — have one stem tall, one at medium height, and one shorter — so the flowers cascade at different levels the way a real bouquet would. You can also vary petal colors across stems for a mixed bouquet: a classic red stem, a white stem, and a deep pink stem together look absolutely stunning.

Once all your stems are finished, gather them together and arrange them. Wrap the stems together with green floral tape about halfway down. For a polished bouquet presentation, wrap the taped section with ribbon and tie a bow, or use a length of coordinating yarn to make a simple bow. You can also place the bouquet in a vase — a tall clear vase with a few glass marbles or stones in the bottom to hold the stems upright looks gorgeous and shows off all your work.

Tips for the Best Results

Blocking your petals before assembly makes a dramatic difference. Wet-block them by dampening the pieces lightly, shaping them, and letting them dry flat. This evens out any inconsistencies in tension and gives each petal a smooth, professional finish.

When crocheting around the wire stem, keep your tension fairly consistent so the tube looks smooth. Go slowly — it takes a little getting used to but becomes easier after the first inch or so.

If you want your bouquet to be extra durable and hold its shape over time, consider lightly starching the flower heads. Dissolve a tablespoon of cornstarch in a cup of cold water, bring to a boil while stirring, then let it cool. Dip the flower heads, shape them, and let them dry. The result is a stiffened flower that holds its shape beautifully.

Don’t skip the petal border step. It’s what gives the petals their authentic ripple edge and transforms what would otherwise look like plain ovals into something that genuinely resembles the real flower. Take the extra few minutes — it’s completely worth it.

Video Tutorial

Alongside this written pattern, a full step-by-step video tutorial walks you through each stage of the process. If you’re newer to crocheting three-dimensional flowers or if you just prefer to watch the stitches demonstrated in real time, the video is an invaluable companion. You can see exactly how the petals are shaped, how to handle the wire stem, and how the assembly comes together from flat pieces into a full, finished flower. The video covers all the same sections outlined above and includes close-up footage of the trickiest steps, including the stamen construction and the center assembly.

Watch along with the video at your own pace, pausing whenever you need to catch up. Many crocheters find it helpful to read through the written pattern once first, then work through the video tutorial with their materials in hand. Both resources together give you the most complete picture of how the project comes together.

Customization Ideas

One of the best things about this pattern is how easily it adapts. Swap worsted weight for bulky yarn and a larger hook for oversized, statement-making blooms. Use fingering weight yarn for delicate miniature amaryllis perfect for corsages or hair accessories. Experiment with variegated yarn for petals that shift from pale to deep pink, mimicking the natural color gradations you see in real amaryllis blooms.

For a holiday-specific version, use red yarn for the petals and add a small bow of gold or white ribbon at the stem wrap. A white amaryllis with gold-tipped stamens looks extraordinarily elegant as a winter centerpiece. A bouquet in deep burgundy with eucalyptus-green leaves makes a beautiful autumn arrangement.

You can also add more layers to the flower head by making two additional smaller petals and tucking them behind the main six for extra fullness. This works especially well if you’re using lighter weight yarn and the petals feel a bit thin.

Gifting and Display Ideas

A finished crochet amaryllis bouquet is one of the most impressive handmade gifts you can give. It requires no care, never wilts, and looks just as beautiful years later as the day you finished it. Tuck it into a decorative pot filled with craft moss for a potted-plant look, place it in a wrapped gift bag nestled in tissue paper, or present it in a glass vase tied with a ribbon.

For your own home, try a single stem in a narrow bud vase on a windowsill, a full bouquet as a dining table centerpiece, or a few stems arranged in a ceramic pitcher in the entryway. Crochet flowers photograph beautifully too, so your bouquet will look wonderful in any shelfie or flat lay photo if you want to share your finished work.

Final Thoughts

The crochet amaryllis flower bouquet is a project that rewards every minute you put into it. From the satisfying rhythm of working the petals to the dramatic reveal when the final flower head is assembled and attached to its stem, this is the kind of make that genuinely excites you from start to finish. The free pattern and accompanying video tutorial make it accessible no matter where you are in your crochet journey, and the finished piece is something you’ll be proud to display and share for years to come.

Grab your yarn, your hook, and your floral wire, and let’s make something beautiful together.