This free crochet pattern and video tutorial shows how to crochet quick star appliques that are perfect for an Americana themed project or 4th of July celebration, or change the colors of the stars for Nursery, Graduation, Christmas and New Years!

What can I make with a crocheted applique?
One of the fun things I love to do with crocheted appliques is work up the same pattern in different weight yarns to see what sizing I can get, and then see how the applique could be used. Here are a few ideas:

• Work in 100% cotton yarn to use as coasters, like I did in my Seeing Stars Coaster, or as large facial scrubbies – the textured center is great for exfoliating!

• Make several and string up to make a garland for wall decor, mantel, entryway table, etc, or hang as an ornament. You may need to starch the stars to get them to lay flat.

• Worked in a lightweight #3 yarn or lighter, glue to an alligator clip for a cute hair accessory.

• Sew onto a scarf, afghan, throw pillow, tote bag, etc, like I’ve done in my Seeing Stars Throw Pillow and Seeing Stars Hand Towel.

• Work in #10 cotton crochet thread and hang from earring wires for a cute pair of earrings (you may need to starch), or try sewing thread for a tinier star that might even work inside an earring hoop!

• Glue to the front of a card.

• Make several, and glue onto a wreath base.

What materials do I need to crochet a star?

• 12 Yards of Yarn with Respective Crochet Hook
• Tapestry Needle for Weaving in Ends

Material Notes:
Any weight yarn will do - star measurements will vary.

Here is what I used for mine:

• Cotton Thread - I used Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Thread in Burgundy

• B/2mm Crochet Hook

• Fingering / Sock Weight (1) - I used Premier Yarns Wool-Free Sock Yarn in Pueblo (discontinued)

• D/3mm Crochet Hook

• Sport / Fine Weight (2) - I used Lion Brand’s Vanna’s Glamour in Diamond (discontinued)

• E/3.5mm Crochet Hook

• Lightweight (3) - I used Hobby Lobby’s I Love This Sport Weight Yarn in Red

• 7/4.5mm Crochet Hook

• Worsted Weight (4) - I used Hobby Lobby’s I Love This Yarn in Ivory Sparkle

• I9/5.5mm Crochet Hook

• Chunky Weight (5) - I used Deborah Norville’s Serenity Chunky in After Dark (discontinued)

• J10/6mm Crochet Hook

If you would like to use sewing thread, pair it with a 0.60mm or 0.75mm steel hook.

How long does it take to crochet a star?
I had each star ready to go in about ten minutes!

Abbreviations (US Terms):

• DC - Double Crochet
• SC - Single Crochet
• HDC - Half Double Crochet
• TR - Treble Crochet aka Triple Crochet (Explained)
• DTR - Double Treble Crochet aka Quadruple Crochet (Explained)

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This is an 5 page PDF containing written instructions and 1 photo (title image) on the first 2 pages. There is 1 page with photo showing stitch placement, 1 page of things you can make with appliques, and 1 page with QR codes for the clickable links that are within the pattern (in case you print the pattern, and still want to check out the links).

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