Crochet Beautiful Apple

Crocheting a beautiful apple can be a fun and rewarding project to tackle! Not only is it a great way to get creative, but it also allows you to incorporate vibrant colors and intricate details that make the finished product truly stand out. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, crafting a crochet apple is a delightful way to add a touch of whimsy to your home decor or gift-giving. With each stitch, you can see your apple come to life, and the satisfaction of completing such a charming piece is truly heartwarming. So grab your yarn, crochet hook, and a sprinkle of imagination, and get ready to make your very own crochet masterpiece that is as sweet as can be!

Materials

• Yarn (color of your choice for the apple, and brown for the stem)
• Crochet hook (1.6 mm suggested)
• Fiber fill for stuffing
• Yarn needle

Pattern

Starting the Apple

1. Magic Ring: Make a magic ring and crochet 6 single crochets (sc) into it. Then pull the ring tight.
   • Round 1: Slip stitch (sl st) in the first loop and chain 1. (6 stitches)
2. Round 2: Make 6 increases (inc), 1 in each stitch around.
   • sl st in the first loop and chain 1. You will have 12 stitches.
3. Round 3: Inc in the first stitch, then 1 sc in the next repeat around.
   • sl st and chain 1. You will have 18 stitches.
4. Round 4: Crochet 18 sc without changes.
   • sl st and chain 1. (18 stitches)
5. Round 5: [1 sc in the next 2 stitches, inc in the third stitch] repeat around.
   • sl st and chain 1.
6. Round 6-8 (3 rounds): 24 sc without changes.
   • After 8 rounds, you'll have a piece with 24 stitches.
7. Round 9: Inc, then 1 sc in the next 3 stitches repeat around.
   • You will have more stitches after this round.
8. Round 10: 30 sc without changes.

Decreasing to Shape the Apple

1. Round 11: Dec, then 1 sc in the next 3 stitches repeat till the end.
   • sl st and chain 1.
2. Round 12: 24 sc without changes. (24 stitches)

1. Round 13: Dec every third and fourth stitch together repeat around.
   • You will have fewer stitches.
2. Round 14: 18 sc without changes.
   • Add fiber fill to shape the apple.
3. Round 15: Dec, 1 sc repeat till the end. Finish stuffing the apple here before closing.
4. Round 16: Make 6 decreases across the round.
   • sl st, leave a long tail for sewing, cut the thread.

Closing the Apple

• Thread a yarn needle with the tail, weave through the front loops of the remaining 6 stitches.
• Pull tight to close. Secure and weave in the end.

Stem

1. With brown yarn, in the first loop: chain 6.
2. Slip stitch back down the chain.
3. Leave a long tail, cut the yarn, and pull through the stitch.
4. Use a needle to secure the stem at the top of the apple and weave in any ends.

Final Touches

• Add small embroidery details if desired for realism.
• Hide any remaining yarn ends inside the apple.