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British Legion Poppy Appeal Poppies Pattern

British Legion Poppy Appeal Poppies Pattern
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About This British Legion Poppy Appeal Poppies Pattern

This pattern creates classic remembrance poppies in three sizes (small, medium and large) with matching centres and crocheted leaves. Each poppy is worked in rounds and includes clear, photographed steps for shaping the petals and leaf. Use DK yarn and a 3.5mm hook to make brooches, garlands or decorative accents. The pattern is written in UK terms and uses common increases and multiple-trple stitches for texture.

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Includes instructions for small, medium and large petals, matching centres, and a worked-around-chain leaf. Photographs are included to help you place stitches and shape petals and leaves accurately.

Why You'll Love This British Legion Poppy Appeal Poppies Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it celebrates remembrance with a simple, elegant crochet motif you can make in bulk for charity or personal use. I enjoy how the petal shaping uses a mix of increases and clusters to create dramatic, ruffled petals that look far more complex than they are. The leaf pattern is forgiving and quick to work, so you can add foliage without fuss. I also love that each poppy can be finished as a brooch or joined on a chain for a garland—perfect for different displays and events.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to change colours and sizes to customise these poppies; try deep burgundy or coral for a different look.

I often change the yarn weight and hook to make tiny keychain poppies or oversized decorative poppies for wreaths.

I sometimes embroider veins on the leaves or use two-tone green yarn for a variegated leaf effect to add subtle realism.

For a tactile brooch, I add a small circle of felt under the centre before sewing on the pin for extra stability and durability.

I like to string poppies onto a long chain to make a remembrance garland; vary spacing and add leaves for a natural look.

Try adding a dab of textile glue under the centre if you want extra security for brooches that will be handled often.

I sometimes add a tiny bead or sequin to the centre for a decorative, non-traditional take—great for craft shows or gifts.

If you want a flatter poppy, reduce the number of increases in round 3; to make a fuller ruffle, add an extra increase set.

I recommend experimenting with the leaf chain length—CH5 or CH9 give different shapes and may suit smaller or larger poppies.

If you want to make a set, I make several centres first, then several petals and assemble them in a batch to save time and keep sizes consistent.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the magic ring tighten step will leave a hole in the center; always tighten the loop after working the initial DCs to close the centre properly. ✗ Ignoring the note to 'ignore CH’s' can lead to incorrect stitch counts in round repeats; count only the specified stitches inside the parentheses. ✗ Working the leaf stitches only on one side will make the leaf lopsided; remember to work around both sides of the chain for a balanced leaf. ✗ Forgetting to fasten off and weave in ends neatly will create loose tails visible on the finished poppy; fasten off securely and weave in ends to the back of the work.

British Legion Poppy Appeal Poppies Pattern

Make beautiful remembrance poppies with this detailed crochet pattern. You can create three sizes of poppies plus centres and leaves using DK yarn and a 3.5mm hook. The pattern gives step-by-step round instructions and photographed guidance so you can stitch each petal and leaf with confidence. Perfect for pins, garlands, or memorial displays.

Advanced 2-3 Hours

Materials Needed for British Legion Poppy Appeal Poppies Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    50g ball Red Double Knitting (DK) yarn - main colour (author used 27 mixed from this)
  • 02
    50g ball Black Double Knitting (DK) yarn - for centres
  • 03
    50g ball Green Double Knitting (DK) yarn - for leaves
  • 04
    Small amount of yarn for joining or sewing (same colours as needed)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    3.5mm crochet hook
  • 02
    Scissors
  • 03
    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving in ends
  • 04
    Brooch pin or safety pin for making brooches (stitch to back)
  • 05
    Stitch markers (optional)

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— Terms & Materials :

Info :

Terms UK: DC double. HTR half treble. TR treble. INC means 2DC in same stitch. SS slip stitch. ML magic Loop. CH chain. INC means 2 DC in same stitch. DINC means 3 DC in same stitch. HTRINC means 2 HTR in same stitch. DHTRINC means 3 HTR in same stitch. TRINC means 2 TR in same stitch. DTRINC means 3 TR in same stitch.

Infos :

Materials: 50g ball Red Double Knitting (I made 27 mixed from this). 50g ball Black Double Knitting. 50g ball Green Double Knitting. 3.5mm Hook. There are 3 sizes of poppies. The leaves are the same size for all. You can turn it into a garland by chaining a chain, chain till you reach the required length. To make brooches, stitch a pin to back.

— Tension :

Info :

Make a 10cm Tension Square using Double Crochet (UK) & DK yarn. Using 3.5mm hook = 21 sts & 22 rows to 10cm.

Info :

If the tension square is too big, use a smaller hook. If the tension square is to small, use a bigger hook.

— Poppies :

Small Poppy :

5cm at widest point. Worked in Rounds.

Round 1 :

MC, 10DC, tighten loop, SS to first DC

Round 2 :

(CH1, DC, TRINC, DTINC, DTINC, CH1, SS) x 2 – 20 (ignore CH's)

Round 3 :

(DINC, DINC, (INC x 5), DINC, 2SS) x 2 – 42

Round 4 :

Fasten off

Medium Poppy :

6cm at widest point. Worked in Rounds.

Round 1 :

MC, 10DC, tighten loop, SS to first DC

Round 2 :

(CH1, DC, TRINC, DTINC, DTINC, CH1, SS) x 2 – 20 (ignore CH's)

Round 3 :

(DHTRINC, DHTRINC, (HTRINC x 5), DHTRINC, 2SS) x 2 – 42

Round 4 :

Fasten off.

Large Poppy :

7cm at widest point. Worked in Rounds.

Round 1 :

MC, 10DC, tighten loop, SS to first DC

Round 2 :

(CH1, DC, TRINC, DTINC, DTINC, CH1, SS) x 2 – 20 (ignore CH's)

Round 3 :

(DTRINC, DTRINC, (TRINC x 5), DTRINC, 2SS) x 2 – 42

Round 4 :

Fasten Off.

— Poppy Centres :

Small Centre :

MC, 6DC, tighten up circle, SS to 1st

Medium Centre :

MC, 8DC, tighten up circle, SS to 1st

Large Centre :

MC, 10DC, tighten up circle, SS to 1st

— The Leaf :

Info :

You will work around both sides of the chains. Don’t stress too much at getting the right places! It’s a leaf, it doesn’t have to be perfect.

Step 1 :

CH7, working the first Stitch into the 3rd Chain from the Hook.

Step 2 :

TR, HDC, 2DC, SS, (SS, CH1, SS) into end chain space,

Step 3 :

Now work round other side.

Step 4 :

2SS, 2DC,

Step 5 :

Now you’ll create the pointy bits. CH2, SS back down the CH2, starting in 2nd chain from hook, SS into base of DC stitch.

Step 6 :

Continue along, DC, CH2, SS back down the CH2, starting in 2nd chain from hook, SS into base of DC stitch.

Step 7 :

CH3, 2SS back down the CH3, starting in 2nd chain from hook, SS into base of DC stitch.

Step 8 :

Continue along, DC and create pointy bits as required.

Final :

SS back to the end (where the starting tail is). Fasten off.

— Usage & Notes :

Info :

Feel free to use to make your own poppies to wear or gift to friends & family. You may sell the finished poppies but only if you are donating the profits to the British Legion Poppy Appeal. You may use the pattern for your own personal use. You may not copy, share or sell the pattern.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the black centre onto the middle of each poppy using a yarn needle and secure with tidy whipstitches so the centre sits flat and snug.
  • To make a brooch, stitch a brooch pin to the back of the poppy securely, hiding the stitches and tails under the centre for a finished look.
  • Create a garland by chaining a long chain to the required length and sewing or crocheting poppies and leaves along it at intervals, spacing evenly for best effect.
  • Attach leaves to the poppy base by sewing the straight end of the leaf beneath the petals so leaves sit naturally; use matching green yarn and small stitches for an invisible join.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work the initial magic circle and tighten to avoid an open hole in the poppy centre.
  • 💡When making leaves, work around both sides of the chain for a balanced shape and refer to the photos for placement guidance.
  • 💡Fasten off and weave in ends neatly to the back so stitches and tails are hidden under the centre.
  • 💡If you are making brooches, stitch the pin securely and check that no sharp edges protrude before wearing.

Create meaningful Remembrance poppies with this easy-to-follow pattern and make a heartfelt contribution to the British Legion. Whether you choose to wear them, gift them, or string them into a garland, these poppies bring a hand-made touch to memorials and displays. Make a few, make many, and celebrate the craft of remembering. 🧶❤️🌺

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

Small poppy measures approximately 5cm at the widest point, medium about 6cm and large about 7cm when using DK yarn and a 3.5mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but the finished size will change; a thicker yarn with a larger hook will make larger, chunkier poppies while a finer yarn with a smaller hook will give minis.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated advanced because it uses UK trebles, half trebles and multiple increases; experience with magic ring starts and working in rounds is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete a single poppy in 2-3 hours including centre and leaf, though time varies with experience and finishing choices.