{"id":81979,"date":"2023-06-28T17:14:36","date_gmt":"2023-06-28T14:14:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ellej.org\/?p=81979"},"modified":"2023-07-13T13:00:02","modified_gmt":"2023-07-13T10:00:02","slug":"crochet-lunar-blossom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ellej.org\/en\/crochet-lunar-blossom\/","title":{"rendered":"Beautiful Square Lace Motif &#8220;Lunar Blossom&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In the world of crochet, there are endless possibilities for creating stunning designs and patterns. One such mesmerizing motif is the Lunar Blossom, a square lace pattern featuring an intricate flower at its center. In this article, I will provide a step-by-step photo tutorial, along with a diagram and detailed instructions for crocheting this elegant motif. Additionally, I&#8217;ll showcase a gorgeous crocheted top made using these exquisite motifs.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/003.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-81985\" src=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/003.jpg\" alt=\"Lunar Blossom crochet motifs\" width=\"720\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/003.jpg 720w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/003-195x180.jpg 195w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/003-696x643.jpg 696w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/003-455x420.jpg 455w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step-by-Step Photo Tutorial: (will be soon)<\/p>\n<h3>Abbreviations (US):<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ch<\/strong>: chain,<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sc<\/strong>: single crochet,<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dc<\/strong>: double crochet,<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tr<\/strong>: treble crochet,<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hdc<\/strong>: half double crochet,<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sl st<\/strong>: slip stitch,<\/p>\n<p><strong>St<\/strong>: stitch.<\/p>\n<h2>Written pattern:<\/h2>\n<p><strong>1.<\/strong> Ch 4, sl st in very 1st ch.<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #550080;\"><strong>2.<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #000000;\">Ch 1, 8 sc in ring, sl st in 1st sc.<\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>3.<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #000000;\">Ch 3, 2 tr together in 1st sc, ch 3, *3 tr together in next, ch 3* repeat 6 times, 3 tr together, ch 1, hdc into the top of the 2 tr tog. TURN.<\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>4.<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #000000;\">Ch 6, (dc, ch 2 dc) in next ch2 space, ch 2, (dc, ch 5, dc) in next ch2 space, ch 2, (dc, ch 2 dc) in next ch2 space, ch 2, tr in next ch2 space. TURN.<\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #800000;\"><strong>5.<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #000000;\">Ch 3, make dc to the corner. Total 12 dc, ch 3, 13 dc to the next corner. TURN.<\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #098edb;\"><strong>6.<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #000000;\">Ch 4, skip 1 st, *dc in next, ch 1, skip 1 st* repeat 6 times, (dc, ch 3, dc, ch 1) in ch3 space, dc in next dc, skip 1 st, ch 1, *dc in next, ch 1, skip 1 st* repeat 6 times, dc in last st. TURN.<\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #333399;\"><strong>7.<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #000000;\">Ch 3, 14 dc in each next st, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in ch3 space, 15 dc in each next stitch. DO NOT TURN!<\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"color: #bd28bd;\">8. <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Side 1: Ch 5, sc under ch3, ch 2, (dc, ch 3, dc) under next dc, ch 2, sc under ch4, ch 2, (dc, ch 3, dc) into the top of the 3 dtr tog, ch 2, sc in next ch3 space, ch 2, (dc, ch 5, dc) in next ch3 cpase, ch 2<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Side 2: sc in next ch3 space, ch 2, (dc, ch 3, dc) into the top of the 3 dtr tog, ch 2, sc under tr, ch 2, (dc, ch 3, dc) under next ch3, ch 2, sc under ch3, ch 2, (dc, ch 5, dc) in corner, ch 2<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Side 3: skip 2 st, sc in next, ch 2, skip 2 st, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next, ch 2, skip 2 st, sc in next, ch 2, skip 2 st, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next, ch 2, skip 2 st, sc in next, ch 2, (dc, ch 5, dc) in ch3 space, ch 2<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Side 4: skip 1 st, sc in next, ch 2, skip 2 st, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next, ch 2, skip 2 st, sc in next, ch 2, skip 2 st, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next, ch 2, skip 2 st, sc in next, ch 2, dc in las st, ch 5. Slip stitch in 3rd ch.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Crochet chart for Lunar Blossom motif<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-1-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-82003\" src=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-1-2.jpg\" alt=\"Crochet chart for Lunar Blossom motif\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1045\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-1-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-1-2-172x180.jpg 172w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-1-2-689x720.jpg 689w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-1-2-768x803.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-1-2-696x727.jpg 696w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-1-2-402x420.jpg 402w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-1-2-804x840.jpg 804w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/002.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-81998\" src=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/002.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"720\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/002.jpg 720w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/002-195x180.jpg 195w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/002-696x643.jpg 696w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/002-455x420.jpg 455w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-82008\" src=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-3.jpg\" alt=\"Crochet chart for Lunar Blossom motif\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1021\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-3.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-3-176x180.jpg 176w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-3-705x720.jpg 705w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-3-768x784.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-3-696x711.jpg 696w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-3-411x420.jpg 411w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-3-823x840.jpg 823w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-3-356x364.jpg 356w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-3-712x728.jpg 712w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-82006\" src=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-2.jpg\" alt=\"Crochet chart for Lunar Blossom motif\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1045\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-2-172x180.jpg 172w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-2-689x720.jpg 689w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-2-768x803.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-2-696x727.jpg 696w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-2-402x420.jpg 402w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/chart-2-804x840.jpg 804w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Creating a Stunning Crocheted Top<\/strong>:<br \/>\nWith your Lunar Blossom motifs ready, let&#8217;s explore the possibilities of incorporating them into a crocheted top. Combine multiple motifs together, ensuring they are positioned the way you want. You can customize the placement to achieve your desired design.<\/p>\n<p>The versatility of the Lunar Blossom motif makes it ideal for various creative projects. You can incorporate it into blankets, scarves, shawls, or even design your unique clothing pieces like the beautiful crocheted top shown. Let your imagination run wild and experiment with different color combinations and arrangements.<\/p>\n<p>Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to crochet a beautiful square lace motif known as the Lunar Blossom. I hope this step-by-step tutorial, along with the included photo master class, diagram, and detailed instructions, has helped you in creating this enchanting design. Don&#8217;t forget to experiment with different colors and yarn weights to bring your own unique touch to the Lunar Blossom motif. Happy crocheting!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/001.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-82000\" src=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/001.jpg\" alt=\"MoonFlower crochet motif for top\" width=\"720\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/001.jpg 720w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/001-249x180.jpg 249w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/001-696x503.jpg 696w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/001-582x420.jpg 582w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/001-324x235.jpg 324w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>For example<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/005.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-81987\" src=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/005.jpg\" alt=\"Crochet Lunar Blossom top\" width=\"1038\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/005.jpg 1038w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/005-320x158.jpg 320w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/005-768x379.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/005-696x343.jpg 696w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/005-851x420.jpg 851w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/005-324x160.jpg 324w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/005-648x320.jpg 648w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1038px) 100vw, 1038px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/006.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-81989\" src=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/006.jpg\" alt=\"Crochet Lunar Blossom top 2\" width=\"720\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/006.jpg 720w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/006-253x180.jpg 253w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/006-696x495.jpg 696w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/006-591x420.jpg 591w, https:\/\/ellej.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/006-100x70.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>_____<\/p>\n<p>If you want to share this pattern, please share the link to this web page. Please do not distribute the crochet chart or accompanying photos in any other form.<\/p>\n<div class=\"td-g-rec td-g-rec-id-content_inline tdi_22 td_block_template_1 \">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<p><strong>You can support my creativity and simply say THANK YOU \u2665 How to do it, see here \u2192&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ellej.org\/en\/how-to-say-thanks\/\">How to say thank you<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the world of crochet, there are endless possibilities for creating stunning designs and patterns. One such mesmerizing motif is the Lunar Blossom, a square lace pattern featuring an intricate flower at its center. 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