Crochet Bee Applique
Create a charming bee applique using the art of crochet. This delightful design can be used to embellish various items such as clothing, accessories, or home decor. Crocheting a bee applique allows you to showcase your creativity and add a unique touch to your projects. You can experiment with different yarn colors to customize the bee's stripes and wings, making each applique one-of-a-kind. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, crafting a bee applique is a fun and rewarding project that will surely bring a smile to your face. The bee applique can be attached to items like hats, scarves, blankets, or even greeting cards to add a whimsical touch. This versatile embellishment is perfect for adding a pop of color and personality to your handmade creations. So grab your crochet hook and yarn, and let your imagination soar as you create adorable bee appliques to brighten up your projects.
Materials:
- Bamboo yarn 50 gr / 200 m black, yellow and white colors,
- crochet hook 1.5 mm,
- needle, thread, scissors.
Measurements: my crochet bee length is 2 inches and height is 1.4 inches.
Abbreviations Used (In American Terms)
sts= stitches
sc = single crochet
sl st = slip stitch
Inc = increase
Dec = decrease
How to crochet bee applique
Body:
Start work in black color yarn:
Ch 4, join into the ring
Row 1: Ch 1, 4 sc into the ring (4)
Row 2: Ch 1, Inc into each stitch (8)
Row 3: Ch 1, [1 sc, Inc] x 4 times (12)
Join yellow color yarn:
Row 4: Ch-1, 12 sc into each stitch (12)
Row 5: Ch 1, dec, 8 sc, dec (10)
Join black color yarn:
Row 6-7: Ch-1, 10 sc into each stitch (10)
Join yellow color yarn:
Row 8-9: Ch-1, 10 sc into each stitch (10)
Join black color yarn:
Row 10-11: Ch-1, 10 sc into each stitch (10)
Join yellow color yarn:
Row 12: Ch-1, 10 sc into each stitch (10)
Row 13: Ch 1, Dec, 6 sc, Dec (8)
Row 14: Ch 1, Dec, 4 sc, Dec (6)
Row 15: Ch 1, Dec, 2 sc, Dec (4)
Fasten off.
Horn:
Work in black color yarn:
Ch 8, 3 sc to second stitch from hook, sl. st. into same stitch. Fasten off.
Wings:
Work in white color yarn
Magic Ring. 6 sc into magic ring, sl.st. to join. Fasten off.
Connect all the parts. Add your eyes. Our funny bees are ready!