This crochet apple applique is a small, flat decoration featuring a red outer edge, cream-colored center, khaki stem and seeds, and a green leaf. The beginner-friendly pattern uses basic stitches and includes a video tutorial for extra guidance. The original instructions estimate about 20 minutes of crochet time; your pace may vary depending on your experience.
About This Crochet Apple Applique Pattern
The apple is worked in rounds, beginning with cream yarn for the center and changing to red for the outer portion. The stem and leaf are made separately, then attached to the apple. The instructions use US crochet terms and a 2.0 mm hook.
There is no gauge or finished measurement specified, so the final size can vary with your yarn and tension. For a consistent result, use the same yarn weight throughout and keep your stitches even.
If you would like to make a coordinated set, other fruit applique ideas include dragon fruit, strawberry, orange, kiwifruit, mango, watermelon, grape, and avocado.
Ways to Use a Crochet Apple
Use the finished applique as a decorative accent on clothing, bags, hats, or other crochet projects. It can also be attached to a hairpin, used as a brooch, or sewn onto a bookmark. Before attaching it to an item, consider how that item will be washed and choose a secure attachment method suitable for its material.
Materials and Pattern Notes
Gather the following supplies before you start:
- Yarn in red, cream, khaki, and green
- 2.0 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Darning needle
- Stitch marker
- Hot-melt adhesive for attaching the leaf
The pattern is written using US crochet terminology. A video tutorial is also available to help with the construction. A stitch marker can be useful for keeping track of the beginning of a round, particularly if you are still getting comfortable working in the round.
Stitches and Abbreviations
- ch: chain stitch
- sc: single crochet
- ss: slip stitch
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
Step-by-Step Crochet Apple Pattern
Main Apple: Cream and Red
Begin with cream yarn and make a magic ring. Work the first three rounds in cream, then change to red for the fourth round.
- Round 1: Ch 2, work 12 hdc into the ring, ss, then ch 1.
- Round 2: Ch 2, work 2 dc in the next stitch 12 times, ss, then ch 1.
- Round 3: Work (1 hdc, 1 dc), then 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat (1 dc, 2 dc in the next stitch) 4 times, then work (1 dc, 1 hdc), ss. Work (1 hdc, 1 dc), then 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat (1 dc, 2 dc in the next stitch) 4 times, work (1 dc, 1 hdc), then ss.
- Round 4: Change to red yarn. Skip 1 stitch, work 1 sc, then work 2 sc in the next stitch 5 times. Work 11 sc, ss, then 11 sc. Work 2 sc in the next stitch 5 times, work 1 sc, skip 1 stitch, and finish with ss.
Stem: Khaki
At the middle of the apple’s top, ch 7. Starting in the second chain from the hook, work 6 ss, then 1 ss as written in the pattern.
Leaf: Green
Make a foundation chain of 8 ch. Starting in the second chain from the hook, work 1 sc, 1 hdc, 3 dc, 1 hdc, (1 sc, 1 ch, 1 sc), 1 hdc, 3 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, and 1 ss.
Seeds and Assembly
Use khaki yarn to sew two seeds in the middle of the apple. Position the green leaf at the top and attach it with hot-melt adhesive. Follow the adhesive manufacturer’s safety directions and allow it to cool fully before handling the applique.
Your crochet apple applique is ready to use. You can follow the listed colors for a classic apple look or choose other yarn colors to coordinate with the project you plan to decorate. Keep the stitch pattern unchanged if you want to preserve the shape.
Finish and Use Your Crochet Apple Applique
This free crochet apple applique pattern combines a simple round shape with a separately made leaf and stem. Check that the sewn seeds and attached pieces are secure before using the finished decoration, especially if it will be added to an item that is handled often.
