Learn how to crochet a beautiful cosmos flower using basic stitches with eight detailed petals with frilly edges, realistic green leaves, and a fluffy yellow and brown center using a pom-pom technique. A floral wire is used throughout for structure, and all parts are neatly assembled and wrapped with green yarn for a polished stem. Ideal for beginners, this project is perfect for decor, gifting, or floral arrangements.

How to Crochet a Cosmos Flower – Full Step-by-Step Tutorial

In this tutorial, viewers learn to crochet a vibrant cosmos flower, perfect for beginners. The video details the necessary materials, including milk cotton yarn, a 2.5 mm crochet hook, and floral wire. Step-by-step instructions guide you through creating petals, leaves, and a realistic center using basic crochet stitches.

Materials Required

Milk cotton yarn in red, green, yellow, and brown
2.5 mm crochet hook
Scissors
Flower wire
Fabric glue

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Making the Petals

Begin with a slip knot and create a short foundation chain.
Use single, half-double, and double crochet stitches to shape the base of the petal.
The end of the chain is curved with multiple double crochets to form a rounded tip.
Continue stitching on the opposite side of the chain to complete the full petal shape.
Finish with a slip stitch and add a decorative frilly edge using chains and single crochets.
Insert floral wire through the base for support and stability.
Repeat the entire process to make a total of eight petals.

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Crocheting the Leaves

Begin with a green foundation chain and insert floral wire along the length.
Work single, half-double, and double crochets to taper and shape the leaf.
The tip is made rounded by adding extra stitches in the final chain.
Crochet along the opposite side to complete the leaf and hide the yarn tail.
Close with a slip stitch and repeat the process to create additional leaves.

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Creating the Flower Center (Disc Floret)

Wrap yellow yarn around two fingers to create a mini pom-pom base.
Add a few wraps of brown yarn for a natural-looking flower center.
Tie tightly at the middle, then cut the loops on both sides.
Fluff and trim the ends to shape it into a round puffed center.

Assembling the Cosmos Flower

Use a main floral stem wire and attach each petal around it using the wire ends.
Wrap the entire stem neatly with green yarn for a seamless finish.
Attach the crocheted leaves along the stem by wrapping their wire ends.
Glue the fluffy center on top of the petals to complete the flower.