Free Crochet October Birth Flower Charm Pattern
October Birth Flower: Marigold
With their rich golden petals and fiery autumn colors, marigolds seem to capture the warmth of October itself. Long associated with creativity, passion, and remembrance, these cheerful blooms brighten gardens well into the cooler months. This miniature crochet marigold celebrates the vibrant beauty that makes autumn so memorable.
This miniature crochet marigold is a quick, satisfying project that's perfect for using small amounts of yarn. Whether you're making a thoughtful handmade gift, adding a charm to a project bag, or collecting all twelve birth flowers, this free pattern is a beautiful place to begin. A new flower is released each month as part of the Birth Flower Collection.
What You'll Need
Fingering weight yarn in golden orange and green
2.25mm (US B-1) crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Key ring or lobster clasp (optional if making a charm)
Scissors
Finished Size
Approximately 2 inches (5 cm), depending on yarn and hook size.
Perfect for: Keychains | Zipper pulls | Gift toppers | Bookmarks | Small bouquets | Backpack charms | Display hoops
Abbreviations (US)
MR – Magic Ring
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
hdc – half double crochet
sl st – slip stitch
Free Crochet Pattern
Flower Petals
Create a magic ring (MR) with the orange yarn.
Ch 1, then work 12 sc into the magic ring.
Work the following sequence around:
(Ch 2, sl st in next st) around.
Pull the magic ring closed and fasten off, leaving a tail for weaving in.
Roll the flower into shape, then secure the base with a few slip stitches or sewn stitches using the yarn tail.
Weave in all ends.
(Optional) Attach a lobster clasp to the top of the flower to create a removable charm for a keychain, project bag, or zipper pull.
Stem
Join green yarn at the base of the petals.
Ch 16.
Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sl st in each ch across(15 sl sts).
(Optional) Keychain Loop:
Ch 7, then sl st into the same joining point to form a loop.
Attach a key ring or lobster clasp to the loop.
Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.
Leaves (Make Two)
Ch 6.
Starting in 2nd ch from hook work:
sl st, sc, hdc, dc, (dc, ch2, sl st) in the last chain.
Working the opposite side, dc, hdc, sc, sl st.
Fasten off leaving a tail. Sew the leaves to the stem.
Tips & Variations
Crochet your marigold in rich gold, bright orange, or warm amber for different seasonal looks.
Gently shape the petals after finishing to create a fuller, layered bloom.
Attach a lobster clasp to transform your flower into a removable charm for project bags, keys, or zippers.
Make several marigolds in coordinating shades to create a cheerful autumn bouquet.
Continue the Birth Flower Collection
Collect each flower as it's released throughout the year.
01 January | Carnation (Coming Soon)
02 February | Violet (Coming Soon)
03 March | Daffodil (Coming Soon)
04 April | Daisy (Coming Soon)
05 May | Lily of the Valley (Coming Soon)
06 June | Rose (Coming Soon)
07 July | Larkspur (Coming Soon)
08 August | Poppy
09 September | Aster
10 October | Marigold (You’re Here!)
11 November | Chrysanthemum (Coming Soon)
12 December | Holly (Coming Soon)
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Never Miss a New Birth Flower
A new Birth Month Flower Charm is released each month.
Join the Yarn, Needle, & Hook studio list and we'll let you know when a new Birth Flower pattern is released, along with occasional seasonal inspiration and studio updates.
Happy Stitching
Thank you for stitching the October Marigold.
Whether it becomes a thoughtful gift, a keepsake charm, or another bloom in your growing Birth Month Flower Collection, I hope you've enjoyed bringing this little flower to life.
I look forward to sharing November's birth flower with you.
Until the next bloom,
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