Carnations

**Carnations** is an original crochet pattern by June Gilbank. Beautiful, realistic, and so easy, you can crochet a pretty one-piece carnation in minutes – and I bet you won't be able to stop at one! Here are some ideas for use: * Use the optional stem instructions to create a bouquet or vase of carnations * Stitch a pin to the back of a carnation to make a pretty brooch or buttonhole * Accessorize a bag by sewing on a couple of carnations * Sew or glue one or more carnations to a hair clip or plastic hairband **Yarn:** Small amount of DK or worsted weight yarn in a floral colour (e.g. white, pink, red, purple, yellow, orange, cream) plus green for the calyx and optional stem **Hook:** US H / 5mm **Additional info:** You'll also need a bamboo skewer, pipe cleaner, or floral wire to make the optional stems.  **Size:** approx 2.25" (5.5cm) diameter, when made in light worsted weight yarn. (Your gauge and yarn choice will affect the finished size slightly.) **Option:** This pattern will work with any size yarn, provided you choose a suitable hook size for your yarn. For a lifesize carnation, I recommend worsted or DK weight yarn. Note: This pattern is Donationware - the pattern is available for free, but if you like it please consider sending me a donation to show your appreciation. The PDF version, available for any size donation, is formatted for easy viewing and printing, and includes bonuses (additional assembly photos and a special technique for fastening off the yarn neatly at the base of the stem). The complete pattern is available to view in full (for no charge) from the linked page. *** > ***Please join us*** *in the [PlanetJune crochet designs > group](http://www.ravelry.com/groups/planetjune-crochet-designs) > - you can get pattern support, join crochet-alongs, show off your FOs, > suggest new designs, and chat. All > welcome!*