A beautiful crochet rose bouquet, inspired by the elegant “Luoshen” rose variety. These handmade flowers are incredibly realistic, featuring layered petals and delicate green leaves attached to wired stems. They make a stunning, everlasting gift that will never wilt!

Materials used:

Yarn: Worsted weight (4-ply) cotton or milk cotton yarn. (Cotton is highly recommended as it holds the petal shape beautifully and has a matte, natural look).

Hook: 2.5mm - 3.0mm crochet hook (depending on your tension).

Floral wire: Thin gauge wire inserted into the stems to make the flowers posable and sturdy.

Tips:

To keep the petals curling naturally, use a slightly smaller hook than the yarn label suggests to make the stitches tight.

The outer petals are worked as separate layers and sewn or layered over the inner bud.

If you are making a bouquet, remember to wrap the stems tightly with floral tape before assembling the final bouquet with ribbon.

Finished Size: Each flower measures approximately 3 - 4 inches across (depending on how many layers you add).

You can create a single stem for a minimalist look, or make a dozen to form a beautiful, romantic handmade bouquet! Great for wedding props, home decor, or a thoughtful gift.