I used Red Heart Super Saver Yarn, with a size G and F hook to make sure it is nice and tight, however this pattern can be used with any weight yarn/hook in order to make the leaf larger or smaller. I do suggest using a hook that is 2-3 sizes smaller than the suggested size hook for the yarn you choose to use, to ensure your applique is tight.

Size:
F hook - 3.5 in long
G hook - 4 in long

Irish Leaf Applique

Ch 11
1) RS - sc in 2nd ch from hook and in the next 8 ch, 5 sc in last ch. Working on the opposite side, sc 8, 4 sc in last ch (there will already be 1 sc from the other side) - 26 sc DO NOT JOIN

working in the FLO (front loops only) from here to end of pattern:

2) RS - sc 9, ch 1, turn
3) WS - sc 10, 3 sc in next st, sc 10, ch 1, turn
4) RS - sc 11, 3 sc in next st, sc 9, ch 1, turn
5) WS - sc 10, 3 sc in next st, sc 10

Break yarn, leaving tail long enough for sewing.