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If you’re looking for a quick and beginner-friendly project for St. Patrick’s Day, you’re going to love this free shamrock applique crochet pattern. These little shamrocks work up in minutes and are perfect for adding a handmade seasonal touch to your home and projects.
This free shamrock applique crochet pattern is worked in just two rounds, starting with a magic ring, and finished with a simple stem. Whether you’re decorating your rustic farmhouse gnome, creating a festive garland, or making sweet little ornaments, these shamrocks are as versatile as they are adorable.
Project Overview
Simply Sweet Shamrock Appliques are quick and easy to crochet, making them a perfect project with endless possibilities. These charming little shamrocks are worked in just two rounds, starting with a magic ring, and come together in minutes. Use them as appliques sewn onto hats, sweaters, bags, or baby items; string them together for a festive garland; or finish them as small hanging ornaments or gift toppers. They are a great way to use up small amounts of yarn and add a handmade seasonal touch to any project or gift. This versatile pattern is beginner-friendly and includes a full video tutorial.
Skill level: Beginner
Sizes: One Size 2.25″ x 2.5″
Yarn Weight: Worsted Weight 4
Why You’ll Love This Pattern
The Simply Sweet Shamrock is:
- Beginner friendly
- Worked in the round
- Made with worsted-weight yarn
- Approx. 2.25″ x 2.5″ finished
- Quick to make, about 5 minutes each
- Perfect for scrap yarn
This free shamrock applique crochet pattern is ideal for using up leftover yarn and creating coordinated seasonal decor without committing to a large project.
Video Tutorial
Perfect For So Many Projects
One of the best things about this free shamrock applique crochet pattern is how many ways you can use it.
Add to Your Rustic Farmhouse Gnome
These shamrocks are the perfect embellishment for your St. Patrick’s Day gnome. Stitch one onto a hat, add it to the body, or even attach it to a mini sign for that handmade farmhouse look.
Create a Shamrock Garland
Make several using this free shamrock applique crochet pattern, thread them onto twine or a simple yarn chain, and space them about 5 inches apart for a clean, polished garland. Add wooden or gold beads for a little extra charm.
Make Hanging Ornaments
Use gold thread instead of yarn tails, add a couple of small beads, and create a loop for hanging. These look beautiful on decorative branches, tiered trays, or small seasonal trees.
Use as Appliques
Sew them onto hats, sweaters, dishcloths, baby items, or tote bags. This free shamrock applique crochet pattern gives you a firm, well-defined shape that holds beautifully when stitched in place.
Yarn Requirements
Worsted Weight #4
60% Cotton, 40% Acrylic, 207 yds/100 g
Shown in Hilltop & Silver Sage
Approx. 5 yards per Shamrock
Yarn Substitutes
- Comfy Worsted (~109 yds/50 g, cotton acrylic blend) ≈ 2.18 yds per gram
- WeCrochet Dishie Cotton (~190 yds/100 g, 100% cotton) ≈ 1.9 yds per gram
- Bernat Handicrafter Cotton (CDN) (~80 yds/50 g, 100% cotton) ≈ 1.6 yds per gram
- Village Yarn Craft Cotton Yarn (~115 yds/71 g, 100% cotton) ≈ 1.6 yds per gram
- Lion Brand Made With Love (~185 yds/100 g, cotton blend) ≈ 1.85 yds per gram
- Premier Home (CDN) (~131 yds/75 g, cotton poly blend) ≈ 1.75 yds per gram
Try using different weight yarns to create different sizes!
Materials Needed
- US G/6 (4mm) or the size needed to obtain the gauge
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
- Measuring Tape
- Wooden Beads 12-14mm (CDN)
- Gold Beads 8-9mm (CDN)
- Gold Thread (CDN)
- Cardstock for Tags (CDN)
- Hole Punch (CDN)
- Twine (CDN)
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Project Time: Approximately 5 minutes per shamrock.
Abbrevations
Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
RS – Right Side
Sc – Single Crochet
Sl St – Slip Stitch
St(s) – Stitch(es)
Tr – Treble Crochet
WS – Wrong Side
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Yes. If you’re comfortable with basic stitches like chain, single crochet, double crochet and treble crochet, you’ll have no problem with this free shamrock applique crochet pattern.
Guage and Size Details
This pattern is not a fitted project, so exact gauge is not critical. Small variations in size will not affect the appearance of the applique. Gauge is provided for reference only and may vary based on yarn choice, hook style, and individual tension.
Approximate Shamrock Size:
2.25″ by 2.5″ with 4 mm hook
Finished size may vary slightly depending on yarn, hook size, and tension. Aim for a fabric that feels neat and well-defined, especially if the shamrocks will be used as appliqués, ornaments, or decorative accents.
Free Shamrock Pattern
Round 1 (RS):
Magic Ring, *ch 3 (included as a st here and throughout), 1 dc, 1 tr, 1 dc, ch 3, sl st to ring (leaf made), rep from * 2 more times, pull ring tight—15 sts.
Round 2:
*Sl st in first 2 chs of ch-3, hdc in 3rd ch of ch-3, 2 hdc in next st, 1 sc in next st, 2 hdc in next st, 1 hdc in 1st ch of ch-3, sl st in next 2 chs (leaf made), rep from * 2 more times, sl st in first sl st to join.
Stem:
Ch 6, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next 4 chs. Fasten off and weave the yarn tail to the WS of the shamrock. Knot tails and trim or weave in ends.
Finishing and Blocking
Lightly shape the shamrock by hand once finished. If needed, gently mist with water or wet block and allow to dry completely on a flat surface. Avoid steam blocking, especially when using acrylic or metallic threads, as heat may damage the fibres.
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This pattern is designed by Michelle Moore of MJ’s Off The Hook Designs Inc., based in Lakefield, Ontario, Canada. Your go-to source for modern, easy crochet patterns. Published on February 24th, 2025.
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