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Columbine Flower – Free Crochet Pattern

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  Aquilegia – often known as Granny’s Bonnet or Columbine –  gets its name from aquila, the Latin word for eagle, since its petals are said to resemble an eagle’s claw.     Columbines are usually found in shades of blues, purples, and sometimes pinks. Some are one color, and some will have white inner flowers, […]

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Cactus Flower – Free Crochet Pattern

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  Many species of cacti produce blooms in the spring – this pattern is designed to mimic the flower of the Barrel Cactus, found in the deserts of the USA’s southwest.       This flower can be worked with any weight of yarn. Finer weights will create a smaller flower, and bulkier weights will […]

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Button Poppy – Free Crochet Pattern

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  Poppies have become a rather famous flower for its many uses and symbolism.  I can never think of poppies without thinking of The Wizard of Oz, while others may more commonly associate them with the remembrance of war veterans.     Our poppy pattern has been crocheted in red, but there is also a […]

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Trillium Flower – Free Crochet Pattern

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The Trillium flower is found in many northern states and parts of Canada. The Great White Trillium is the official flower of Ontario and the official wildflower of Ohio. Trilliums are commonly white, pink, purple, red, and even yellow in color.     Unfortunately, this flower is very delicate – some species of Trillium are […]

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Dutch Iris – Free Crochet Pattern

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  The Dutch Iris is a hybrid of several other types of irises.  Over time, its color range has increased and now includes blues, purples, white, and yellows.     Our Dutch Iris pattern uses a variety of stitches to make the petals. If you need help with any of the stitches, be sure to check out […]

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