Find the right leaf for your project with these 21 free crochet leaf patterns!
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Crochet leaves are small and quick projects that you can use to add a finishing touch to so many patterns, including scarves, blankets, hats, headbands, etc.
But leaves are also great on their own, and you can crochet them to make some beautiful projects. Here are a few examples.
- You could string a few crochet leaves together to make decorating garlands both for Fall or Spring;
- You can use them to finish your crochet flowers, such as sunflowers, roses, and daisies, or you might need a leaf for a pumpkin!
- Add a stem to your crochet leaves and make them into a beautiful bouquet;
- Turn your leaves into coasters, earrings, or bookmarks;
- Make beautiful wall art pieces with crochet!
- In combination with flowers, use crochet leaves to make greeting cards for Mother’s Day or other festivities;
- Or make some cute air pins!
Of course, these are just a few ideas.
There are tons of other uses for crochet leaves, and in this post, you’ll find great free crochet leaf patterns for any season!
Crochet Leaves – Free Crochet Patterns
Get comfortable and let’s see these free crochet patterns for some amazing leaves!
1. Basic Leaf Applique
When you’re looking for an easy-peasy leaf, this Basic Leaf Pattern is the right project for you. In the picture below, you can get an idea of how big your leaf will be based on the yarn and hook you use.
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Any yarn
- Crochet Hook Appropriate hook size
2. Crochet Autumn Leaves
These simple crochet Autumn Leaves by Malloo Knits are great to start decorating your home for Fall.
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium)
- Crochet Hook 5.0 mm (H/8 US, 6 UK)
3. Crochet Oak Leaves
Cheer up a dark and rainy Autumn day with these beautiful crochet Oak Leaves by In the Yarn Garden!
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Fingering
- Crochet Hook 2.5 mm (12 UK)
4. Maple Leaf Banner
Crochet this Maple Leaf Banner with red yarn for a little Canada Day decoration, or make it in all the colors of Fall!
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium)
- Crochet Hook 5.0 mm (H/8 US, 6 UK)
5. Fall Oak Leaves
These Fall Oak Leaves by Pattern Paradise are perfect for all your Autumn decorating ideas. You can make them into a bunting or use them on a Fall wreath for your entrance door.
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Any yarn
- Crochet Hook Appropriate hook size
6. Three Autumn Leaves
For a mix of natural-looking leaves, crochet these Three Autumn Leaves by Hooked on Homemade Happiness.
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium)
- Crochet Hook 5.0 mm (H/8 US, 6 UK)
7. Easy Fall Crochet Leaves
These Easy Fall Leaves by Golden Lucy Crafts are simple and beautiful. If you use crochet thread, they are about 1.5″ (4 cm) long, but you can experiment with different yarns and hooks to make them larger.
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Thread
- Crochet Hook 1.8 mm
8. Fall Maple Leaf
Bring one of the most beautiful leaves of Fall into your home with this Fall Maple Leaf pattern by Crafty Kitty Crochet.
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium), such as Vanna’s Choice by Lion Brand
- Crochet Hook 5.0 mm (H/8 US, 6 UK)
9. Holly Leaf Appliqué
Not only Fall and Spring… You can crochet leaves during the Winter too with these Holly Leaf and Berry Appliqués. The pattern comes in 3 different sizes for crochet holly leaves that range between 0.9″ (2.3 cm) and 2″ (5 cm).
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn DK (3, Light), such as Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
- Crochet Hook 3.0 mm (11 UK)
10. Crochet Fall Leaf Charm
Craft Passion shared this cute crochet Fall Leaf Charm to decorate a plain tote bag, but you can use these crochet leaves for any other project!
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Raffia
- Crochet Hook 2.5 mm (12 UK)
11. Crochet Autumn Leaf
This Crochet Autumn Leaf pattern by Robootkomania is one of my favorite leaf patterns. Depending on the yarn and hook you use, this leaf can be an applique, a doily, or even a rug!
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Thread
- Crochet Hook 1.75 mm
12. Fallen Leaves Crochet Coaster
Use your favorite Fall colors or some bright greens for Spring, and crochet these cute and easy Fallen Leaves Coasters by Stitch by Fay!
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Worsted (4, Medium)
- Crochet Hook 5.0 mm (H/8 US, 6 UK)
13. Happy Autumn Leaves
With the right yarn, these Happy Autumn Leaves by Moogly can be anything you want. Use them as dishcloths, wall decor, centerpieces, or table settings!
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Worsted (4, Medium)
- Crochet Hook 5.0 mm (H/8 US, 6 UK)
14. Ivy Leaves Garland Trail
This Ivy Leaves Garland Trail is crocheted in one piece, with no sewing at all involved!
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn DK (3, Light)
- Crochet Hook 4.0 mm (G/6 US, 8 UK)
15. Crochet Fern Leaf
This crochet Fern Leaf by Handmade by Raine looks so real! Would you believe me if I told you they’re entirely made with chains and slip stitches?!
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Thread
- Crochet Hook 2.25 mm (B) and 1.75 mm
16. Fall Pumpkin Leaf
Ambassador Crochet designed this realistic Fall Pumpkin Leaf so that it wouldn’t be too large and it’d work perfectly to decorate pumpkin baby hats.
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Worsted (4, Medium)
- Crochet Hook 5.0 mm (H/8 US, 6 UK)
17. Shamrock and Lucky Clover Appliqués
You know that Olena of Golden Lucy Crafts can crochet about anything using hearts. And I just love these Shamrock and Lucky Clover Appliqués! Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day.
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Thread
- Crochet Hook 2.0 mm
18. Four-Leaf Clover
Talking of embellishments for St. Patrick’s Day, how about this 4 Leaf Clover by Girlie’s Crochet?
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Two strands of Thread
- Crochet Hook 3.5 mm (E/4 US, 9 UK)
19. Animal Crossing Leaf Coaster
These fun Animal Crossing Leaf Coasters by Belinda Makes Things are perfect for kids!
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Worsted (4, Medium)
- Crochet Hook 4.0 mm (G/6 US, 8 UK)
20. Crochet Leaf Lettuce
Add a couple of this Crochet Lettuce Leaves to your kids’ play food collection, and they’ll immediately love green veg!
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn DK (3, Light)
- Crochet Hook 3.0 mm (11 UK)
21. Monstera Leaves Wall Hanging
Last but least, how about these giant Monstera leaves by Heart Hook Home? The pattern includes 4 different leaf patterns and comes with a video tutorial as well!
- Get the free pattern HERE
- Yarn Aran (4, Medium)
- Crochet Hook 5.5 mm (I/9 US, 5 UK)
I hope you enjoyed this collection of free crochet leaf patterns!
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