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22 Crochet Motif and Applique Patterns to Stitch, Layer and Decorate

Crochet Patterns for Motifs and Appliques to Stitch, Layer, and Decorate.

30 Crochet Patterns for Motifs and Appliques to Stitch, Layer, and Decorate, handmade crochet project

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Aug 2026Last updated
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These are crochet patterns from independent designers on Etsy. There are 25 to choose from. Under each one are product details based on the designer’s listing, so you can check the skill level, finished size and yarn weight before you buy.

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1. Irish Lace Crochet Pattern: Curl Motif Applique

Irish Lace Crochet Pattern: Curl Motif Applique

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This PDF provides step-by-step instructions for an Irish lace curl motif. The finished motif can decorate clothing, accessories, floral arrangements, appliqués, and other projects.

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2. Crochet Gerbera Flower Pattern: 3D Motif Applique

Crochet Gerbera Flower Pattern: 3D Motif Applique

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This gerbera-flower crochet pattern is supplied as a PDF for making a three-dimensional appliqué.

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3. Crochet Pattern Moon and Stars appliques Easy Beginner

Crochet Pattern Moon and Stars appliques Easy Beginner

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This pattern creates a 5.5 x 3.5 cm moon and 3.5 cm stars for appliqué. It uses DK yarn, a 4 mm hook, tapestry needle, and scissors.

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4. Easy Crochet 6 Petal Flower Applique Pattern Mini Floral

Easy Crochet 6 Petal Flower Applique Pattern Mini Floral

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Add a delicate handmade touch to your projects with this easy crochet 6 petal flower pattern PDF. Designed for beginners and experienced crafters alike, this pattern helps you create a neat, symmetrical flower using simple stitches and a stunning treble crochet cluster technique.

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5. Crochet Butterfly Applique

Crochet Butterfly Applique

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Create a beautiful nature-inspired crochet butterfly with this beginner-friendly PDF crochet pattern. This elegant butterfly applique is perfect for tote bags, bookmarks, clothing embellishments, nursery decor, wall art, scrapbooks, and handmade gifts.

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6. Crochet Motif Pattern Triskelion // Freeform Crochet

Crochet Motif Pattern Triskelion // Freeform Crochet

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This US-terms freeform motif pattern teaches a triskelion made from swirls, with photos and five swirl variations. Any yarn and hook can be used.

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7. Crochet Ladybug Applique

Crochet Ladybug Applique

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Cute Crochet Ladybug motif PDF Pattern. Ladybug measures approx 12cm width across the wings. This pattern is beginner friendly.

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8. Crochet Pattern Clownfish Applique Sea Creature Ocean

Crochet Pattern Clownfish Applique Sea Creature Ocean

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This US-terms PDF crochet pattern creates a clownfish applique. It calls for size 10 and size 3 crochet thread with a 1.8 mm hook.

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9. Crochet Pattern Dogwood Tree Branch

Crochet Pattern Dogwood Tree Branch

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This US-terms crochet pattern creates a dogwood branch using several weights of cotton thread and yarn.

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10. Crochet Pattern Bundle Deal Motif and Applique Crochet

Crochet Pattern Bundle Deal Motif and Applique Crochet

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There are crochet patterns for all skill levels from beginner to intermediate.

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11. Crochet Pattern Llama Applique Motif Embellishment

Crochet Pattern Llama Applique Motif Embellishment

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A crochet llama-appliqué pattern made from three hearts sewn together. The sample uses cotton yarn.

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12. Crochet Pattern + Video Emoji Sparkle Star 4 Sizes

Crochet Pattern + Video Emoji Sparkle Star 4 Sizes

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This four-point sparkle-star crochet pattern has elongated top and bottom points. It uses US terms and includes detailed instructions and a video tutorial.

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13. Evil Eye Crochet Motif Pattern: Boho Square Applique

Evil Eye Crochet Motif Pattern: Boho Square Applique

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Bring mystical charm and protective energy into your crochet projects with this Evil Eye Crochet Motif Pattern (PDF). Designed with clear, step-by-step instructions, this versatile square motif can be used in countless ways to create unique, meaningful pieces.

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14. Crochet Rose Applique Pattern Beginner Flower Motif

Crochet Rose Applique Pattern Beginner Flower Motif

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The appliqués can be sewn onto almost any of your crochet creations to make them look pretty. The appliqué measures 2" diameter.

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15. 2 Layer Crochet Flower

2 Layer Crochet Flower

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Create beautiful textured floral designs with this 2 Layer Crochet Flower Pattern PDF. This elegant double-layer flower motif features a delicate inner bloom with a full outer petal layer, giving it a rich, dimensional look perfect for decorating all kinds of handmade projects.

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16. Beach Blanket Crochet Pattern DIY Sea Life Applique

Beach Blanket Crochet Pattern DIY Sea Life Applique

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Create a coastal masterpiece with this beach blanket crochet pattern, featuring adorable sea life appliques for a complete ocean theme. This marine animal motif tutorial is perfect for crafting a cozy, handmade nursery centerpiece or a unique baby shower gift.

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17. Crochet Pattern Penguin Applique Motif Embellishment

Crochet Pattern Penguin Applique Motif Embellishment

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This crochet pattern creates a penguin applique assembled from heart-shaped pieces in several sizes. The design uses size 3 crochet cotton and works as a charming motif or embellishment.

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18. Seashell crochet pattern. Irish Lace crochet motif

Seashell crochet pattern. Irish Lace crochet motif

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Irish Lace crochet motif seashell. Crochet seashell applique pattern. You can use the crochet Irish lace motif to decorate clothes, accessories, compositions, appliques and more as you wish.

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19. Irish Crochet Flower Leaf

Irish Crochet Flower Leaf

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This crochet pattern makes an Irish-lace flower-and-leaf appliqué.

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20. Crochet Pattern Cherry Branch

Crochet Pattern Cherry Branch

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This US-term PDF crochet pattern makes a decorative cherry branch.

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21. Crochet Pattern Tree Applique Motif Embellishment

Crochet Pattern Tree Applique Motif Embellishment

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This listing is for a Tree applique crochet pattern. The pattern is in PDF format, so you will need Adobe Acrobat to open it. This pattern is an original design by GoldenLu.

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22. Crochet Pattern Electric Guitar Applique Motif

Crochet Pattern Electric Guitar Applique Motif

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The pattern is in PDF format, so you will need Adobe Acrobat to open it. This pattern is an original design by GoldenLucyCrafts.

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Clara June

Clara is a retired elementary school teacher and a grandmother of four. Most mornings she's on the back porch with a cup of coffee, keeping an eye on her bird feeders before the day gets going. She brings a teacher's patience to her write-ups and tests every pattern twice before she'll recommend it.

3 thoughts on “22 Crochet Motif and Applique Patterns to Stitch, Layer and Decorate”

  1. Muchisimas gracias Kathryn. Estoy haciendo una manta que es una partitura para mi sobrina que toca la viola estupendamente y estaba buscando patrones para notas musicales.

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