This pattern gives all the instructions and details for making your very own Magnolia tree bonsai in crochet. It makes a beautiful and unique piece for your home or as a gift to the plant-lover in your life. No watering or trimming required!

I made this as a gift for a friend who loves Magnolia flowers. The real Magnolia bonsais only bloom for a short time every year, so here is one that lasts forever!

The pattern is beginner to intermediate level with primarily basic stitches used, such as magic ring, single crochet, and front loop and back loop only stitches. I have used standard UK abbreviations throughout.
This pattern will not teach you how to crochet from the very beginning, but I believe anyone who has completed at least a couple of projects would be able to create this piece.

Materials you will need to complete the pattern:
Fine or sport weight yarn – dark grey
Fine or sport weight – light blue
Fine or sport weight – dark brown
Fine or sport weight – light green
Fingering weight yarn – mid brown
Fingering weight yarn - white
Fingering weight yarn - yellow
Fine or sport weight - olive green
Fingering weight yarn - tan

2mm crochet hook
1.5mm crochet hook
1mm crochet hook
12 gauge aluminium floral wire (trunk)
18 gauge aluminium floral wire (branches)
Wire cutters
Tapestry needle
Pins
Stitch markers
Thick cardboard or thin plastic
Scissors
Polyfill stuffing