The carnation is a very popular flower often worn on special occasions and throughout the years it has gained very different meanings; from pink carnations becoming the symbol of a mother’s undying love to purple flowers indicating capriciousness. The botanical name for the carnation dianthus comes from Greek meaning “heavenly flower”.

This pattern is worked in the round and I use abbreviations according to US crochet language. I can provide the pattern in UK crochet language if preferred, please just contact me.

The finished carnation is approximately 2.5” (6cm) in diameter. This flower would be beautiful as a buttonhole or floral display.

Tools Needed:
US size E (3.5mm) crochet hook
scissors
yarn needle
PVA glue

Yarn Needed:
DK acrylic yarn in flower colour of your choice and leaf green. (Flower shown is candy pink).

Other Materials Needed:
tiny amount of polyester/toy stuffing
wooden skewer (approx. 3mm diameter and 25cm length for long stem or 4cm length for button hole)

If you need any help or advice please feel free to contact me.

This pattern is for personal use only.