10 FREE patterns for fabulous flowers

All around us, beautiful summery blooms are popping up and as Chelsea Flower show is now open to wow British gardeners everywhere, we thought it’s about time we round up our favourite flower patterns to inspire the green thumb in all you knitters. Knit a flower in the garden on a sunny afternoon and it will last forever!

1. Itty bitty daisies which make cute hair accessories

(Our pals at Love Knitting have this pattern)

2. Simple but oh so pretty little blooms made into a brooch

(These brilliant blooms are ours)

3. This glittery little girly flower is perfect for accessories

(The Yarn Art Cafe has the pattern)

4. Brighten up your knit (literally)! This pattern features a little light

(Expand your skills at On The Needles)

5. Add an element of crochet with this gorgeous rose

(Find the pattern at Meli Bondre)

6. Make every colour in the rainbow, these pretty flowers are simple!

(Purlavenue has the pattern)

7. Spread a message of peace with these harmonious lilies

(Hop to Hobbycraft for the pattern)

8. Are you a fan of crochet? Try these blooms, no matter what your level of skill

(Of course, this is a Let’s Knit pattern)

9. Elegant and simple, knit a snowdrop for a buttonhole

(Natural Suburbia gives you the how to)

10. So close to real life you can almost smell it! Make a carnation for the one you love

(See Lion Brand for the pattern)

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