🍁 Crochet Maple Leaf Pattern (Step-by-Step Guide)
Crochet leaves are a perfect seasonal project—quick, fun, and so versatile! This crochet maple leaf can be used as an appliqué for blankets, sweaters, and scarves, as well as coasters, bunting, or fall décor. With its iconic pointed lobes, this pattern works beautifully in autumn shades like red, orange, and yellow, but you can also try green for spring vibes.

🧶 Materials
- Yarn: Cotton or acrylic yarn in red, orange, or fall colors (size 3 or 4 works best)
- Hook: 3.5mm – 4mm (depending on yarn thickness)
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
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- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet
✨ Pattern Instructions

Step 1: Stem
- Start with ch 10.
- Sl st into the 2nd chain from hook and across the next 8 ch.
- This creates the small stem. Do not fasten off. Continue into the center of the leaf.
Step 2: Center Foundation
- Ch 6, join with sl st to form a small loop (this is the base ring).
- Into the ring: ch 3 (counts as dc), 11 dc. Join with sl st. (12 dc total).
Step 3: First Side of Leaf
- Ch 6, work the following into the next stitch:
- 1 dc, 1 tr, ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from hook (picot), 1 tr, 1 dc.
- Sl st in next st.
- Repeat this across 2 more stitches to form 3 lobes.
Step 4: Top Point
- In the next stitch: work 1 dc, 2 tr, ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from hook (picot), 2 tr, 1 dc.
- This makes the top central lobe.
Step 5: Other Side
- Mirror the first side by working 3 lobes exactly the same way down the opposite edge.
- Sl st back into the starting point.
Step 6: Finishing
- Fasten off yarn and weave in all ends.
- Block the leaf gently with steam or pinning if needed.
🍂 Customization
- Make mini maple leaves with fine thread and a smaller hook.
- Combine different fall shades for garlands or appliqué.
- Add glitter yarn or metallic thread for festive décor.




🌟 Uses
- Autumn table décor
- Coasters
- Sew onto blankets, sweaters, or bags
- Make a fall wreath or bunting with multiple leaves