As winter blankets the world in a glistening layer of snow, what better way to bring that enchanting charm indoors than with delicate crochet lace snowflakes? In this blog post, we’ll explore the joy of creating five unique lace snowflakes through free crochet patterns. These fast and versatile projects are perfect for decorating walls, windows, blankets, throws, and even clothes. Plus, we’ll dive into three different recipes for starching your snowflakes to give them that crisp, elegant finish.
Choosing Your Yarn:
For these projects, you will need any cotton yarn. I recommend using any 8/4 cotton for a clean and crisp finish. However, feel free to unleash your creativity by experimenting with different yarns. Lace-weight yarns can result in more sophisticated and lacy snowflakes while combining them with mohair thread or glitter yarn can add a touch of sparkle and elegance.
With these delightful lace snowflake patterns and starching tips, you’re well on your way to creating a winter wonderland in your own home. Whether you’re adorning your space with these delicate creations or gifting them to loved ones, the combination of crochet artistry and meticulous starching will make your snowflakes truly stand out. Happy crocheting!
MATERIALS:
Yarn: Rainbow Cotton 8/4, 100% Cotton, 50 g (1.75 oz) / 170 m (186 yds), Super Fine – 1/2 of skein
Crcohet Hook: 2.5 mm (US C)
Size:
1. Aurora Burst Snowflake – 16 cm (6.3 in),
2. Winter Blossom Snowflake – 16 cm(6.3 in),
3. Crystal Cascade Snowflake – 17 cm (6.7 in),
4. Frosted Petals Snowflake – 18 cm (7.1 in),
5. Arctic Harmony Snowflake – 22 cm (8.7 in).
Stitches Used: All my patterns are written using American English Crochet Terms,
ch – chain, sl st – slip stitch, sc – single crochet, dc – double crochet, tc – triple crochet, tc2(3)tog – 2 (3) triple crochet stitches crocheted together, picot
PATTERN:
1. Aurora Burst Snowflake Pattern:
Ch 5, join with sl st to the first ch.
Round 1: Ch 7 (count as the first dc plus ch-4 space), * dc into the circle, ch 4 **, rep from * to ** four times, join with sl st to top of ch 3. 6 dc and 6 ch-4 spaces.
Round 2: Ch 4 (count as the first tc), 2 tc in the same place, tc in next ch-4 space, ch 12, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the first picot), ch 10, sl st in the 10th ch from the hook (the second picot), ch 5, sl st in the 5 the ch from the hook (the third picot), ch 7, tc in the same ch-4 space, * 3 tc in next dc, tc in next ch-4 space, ch 12, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the first picot), ch 10, sl st in the 10th ch from the hook (the second picot), ch 5, sl st in the 5 the ch from the hook (the third picot), ch 7, tc in the same ch-4 space **, rep from * to ** to the end of the round, join with sl st to top of ch 4.
2. Winter Blossom Snowflake Pattern:
Ch 6, join with sl st to the first ch.
Round 1: Ch 3 (count as the first dc), dc into the circle, ch 6, * 2 dc into the circle, ch 6 **, rep from * to ** four times, join with sl st to top of ch 3. 6 ch-6 spaces.
Round 2: Ch 16, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the first picot), ch 10, sl st in the 10th ch from the hook (the second picot), ch 5, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the third picot), ch 10, sl st in next dc, 6 sc in next ch-6 space, ch 6, sl st in the 6th ch from the hook, 6 sc in the same ch-6 space, * sl st tin next dc, ch 15, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the first picot), ch 10, sl st in the 10th ch from the hook (the second picot), ch 5, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the third picot), ch 10, sl st in next dc, 6 sc in next ch-6 space, ch 6, sl st in the 6th ch from the hook, 6 sc in the same ch-6 space **, join with sl st to the 1st ch.
3. Crystal Cascade Snowflake Pattern:
Ch 7, join with sl st to the first ch.
Round 1: Ch 4 (count as the first tc), 2 tc into the circle, ch 3, * 3 tc into the circle, ch 3 ** rep from * to ** four times, join with sl st to top of ch 4. 6 ch-3 spaces.
Round 2: Ch 1, sc in next tc, ch 4, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (the first picot), sc in next tc, ch 9, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (the second picot), ch 10, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the third picot), ch 8, sl st in the 8th ch from the hook (the fourth picot), ch 5, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the fifth picot), ch 5, sl st in the bottom of the second picot, ch 4, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (the sixth picot), ch 5, * sc in next 2 tc, ch 4, st in the 4th ch from the hook (the first picot), sc in next tc, ch 9, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (the second picot), ch 10, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the third picot), ch 8, sl st in the 8th ch from the hook (the fourth picot), ch 5, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the fifth picot), ch 5, sl st in the bottom of the second picot, ch 4, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (the sixth picot), ch 5 **, rep from * to ** to the end of the round, join with sl st to the first ch.
4. Frosted Petals Snowflake Pattern
Ch 8, join with sl st to the first ch.
Round 1: Ch 3 (count as the first st), tc2tog into the circle, ch 5, * tc3tog into the circle, ch 5 **, rep from * to ** four times, join with sl st to top of ch 3. 6 ch-5 spaces.
Round 2: Sl st in next ch 5 space, ch 4 (count as the first tc), tc in the same space, ch 14, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (the first picot), ch 5, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the second picot), ch 4, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (the third picot), ch 10, 2 tc in the same ch-5 space, ch 5, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (count as the first picot plus ch 1), ch 5, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the second picot), ch 4, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (the third picot), ch 1,
now, attention, work double crochet in the top of the last tc, this dc is the bottom of 3 picots,
* 2 tc in next ch-5 space, ch 14, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (the first picot), ch 5, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the second picot), ch 4, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (the third picot), ch 10, 2 tc in the same ch-5 space, ch 5, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (count as the first picot plus ch 1), ch 5, sl st in the 5th ch from the hook (the second picot), ch 4, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook (the third picot), ch 1,
now, attention, work double crochet in the top of the last tc, this dc is the bottom of 3 picots **, rep from * to ** to the end of the round, join with sl st to top of ch 4.
5. Arctic Harmony Snowflake Pattern:
Ch 6, join with sl st to the first ch.
Round 1: Ch 7 (count as the first tc plus ch-3 space), * tc into the circle, ch 3 **, rep from * to ** 10 times, join with sl st to top of ch 4. 12 ch-3 spaces.
Round 2: Sl st in next ch-3 space, ch 1, sc in the same space, ch 5, * sc in next ch-3 space, ch 5 **, rep from * to ** to the end of the round, join with sl st to the first sc. 12 ch-5 spaces.
Round 3: Sl st in next ch-5 space, ch 1, sc in the same space, ch 7, sc in next ch-5 space, ch 4, * sc in next ch-5 space, ch 7, sc in next ch-5 space, ch 4 **, repeat from * to ** 4 times, join with sl st to the first sc. 6 ch-7 spaces plus 6 ch-4 spaces
Round 4: Sl st in next ch-7 space, ch 4 (count as the first tc), tc in the same space, (ch 9, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook) three times (3 picots), ch 5, 2 tc in the same space, ch 5, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook, ch 1, * 2 tc in next ch-7 space, (ch 9, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook) three times (3 picots), ch 5, 2 tc in the same space, ch 5, sl st in the 4th ch from the hook, ch 1 **, rep from * to ** 4 times, join with sl st to top of ch 4.
Now, take a moment to observe them against different backdrops and discover which background enhances the beauty of your snowflakes.
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Starching Your Snowflakes
Now that you’ve created these beautiful snowflakes, let’s talk about how to give them that perfect, stiff finish. Starching not only enhances the shape of your crochet but also ensures they stay crisp and hold their form. Here are three easy recipes for starching your snowflakes:
- Cornstarch Starch:
- Mix 1 cup of cold water with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch in a saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously until it thickens.
- Allow the mixture to cool before dipping your snowflakes.
- Gently squeeze out excess starch and shape your snowflakes before laying them flat to dry.
- Sugar Starch:
- Combine 1 cup of water with 1/4 cup of sugar in a saucepan.
- Heat the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Let the solution cool, then immerse your snowflakes, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Squeeze out excess starch, and shape, and let them dry on a flat surface.
- White Glue Starch:
- Mix equal parts white glue and water in a bowl.
- Dip your snowflakes into the mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Gently squeeze out excess starch and shape your snowflakes before laying them flat to dry.