Mother’s Day is coming and I want a bright and cheery centerpiece to adorn my dining table … something colorful and perfect to keep on the table for Spring and Summer. Why not a crocheted centerpiece! I had an idea … so, off to my local yarn shop I went. After a little brainstorming and experimentation, I finally came up with something I love!!
How to make the Crochet Centerpiece
Here’s what you’ll need:
- worsted weight cotton yarn (shown here in Lily Sugar ‘n Cream)
- US G-6 / 4 mm crochet hook
- fiberfill stuffing
- tapestry needle and scissors
- a wide vase
- a smaller cup that is the same height as the vase (I used a water bottle that I cut down to size)
- flowers (hint, hint, honey!)
Before beginning, do a quick calculation to determine the maximum ball size that will fit in your centerpiece. Subtract the diameter of the small cup from the diameter of your vase, then divide by two. This will be the the maximum size ball that will fit. Use a smaller hook size or adjust your stitch tension if necessary to achieve proper size.
First, crochet up some balls from the patterns below.
To make your centerpiece, place the small cup inside the vase and fill in the space outside the small cup with your crocheted balls.
Then, carefully add water to the center cup and add flowers.
Voila!!
Beautiful!
Crochet Ball Patterns
Resources and tutorials you may find helpful in following this pattern: Crochet Abbreviations, U.S. to U.K. Crochet Conversion Chart.
Finished balls measure approximately 1¼ in. and ¾ in.
For best results, use the invisible decrease. For a tutorial, see Planet June.
Large Ball Pattern
Ch 2.
Round 1: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, do not join, continue working rounds in a spiral — 6 sts.
Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around — 12 sts.
Round 3: *2 sc in 1st st, 1 sc in next, rep from * around — 18 sts.
Rounds 4 through 6: 1 sc in each st around — 18 sts.
Round 7: *sc2tog, 1 sc in next, rep from * around — 12 sts.
Round 8: sc2tog around — 6 sts.
Fasten off, leaving approx. a 6-in. tail. Fill ball with stuffing. Using a tapestry needle, use tail to weave Round 8 closed.
Small Ball Pattern
Ch 2.
Round 1: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, do not join, continue working rounds in a spiral — 6 sts.
Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around — 12 sts.
Rounds 3 and 4: 1 sc in each st around — 12 sts.
Round 5: sc2tog around — 6 sts.
Fasten off, leaving approx. a 6-in. tail. Fill ball with stuffing. Using a tapestry needle, use tail to weave Round 5 closed.
Marie Martin says
Kara – thanks for tip on making the balls. My idea is:
I have a table on the screen porch that needs a centerpiece. The table is always being moved to accommodate drop-ins, so I didn’t want glass or water.
I’ll cut a soda bottle and glue a piece of bright bias tape around the top.
Fill the “jar” with balls and make crocheted flowers on pipe cleaners or wire, whichever works.
Ya think?
Carrie P says
These are so cute! How did you get the spiral stripe pattern? Each strip looks continuous, like you did not change yarns. How did you do that?
Denyse @ Glitter, Glue & Paint says
These are really cute and I love them in the vase with flowers.
Kara says
Thanks so much 🙂
Lynn Reedy says
What a wonderful idea !! I had been making some crochet balls for my 1 year old little boy and this is a fabulous idea !! Thanks for sharing !!
Anonymous says
now that christmas is closer, crochet the balls in holiday colors:)
Kara @ Petals to Picots says
That’s a great idea!
Megan says
Super cute…and I hope your hubby took the hint and has been keeping it full of flowers!
KCoake says
Love the colors! So pretty and I love how you added the vase in the middle. Looks so cheery on the table.
carmen says
Sometime simple things just look stunning! Thanks for this idea 😉
Sailing with bare feet says
OMG these are SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO CUTE!
Do you have a video tutorial for the balls?? I have a really hard time following patterns…
Sailingwithbarefeet.blogspot.com
uglo says
Look up “crochet balls” on Youtube and you’ll find many tutorials.
mokumba says
I will try these tonight!
They look great!
Thanks for sharing !
🙂
Melanie @ bear rabbit bear says
This is so summery- love it! Thanks for sharing at Things I’ve Done Thursday this week.
Melissa @ Loving this {crazy} life! says
I absolute LOVE how this looks! I’m not very good at crochet, so I may have to have my friend help me with this one. I’d love for you to link up to my party.
http://lovingthiscrazylife-melissa.blogspot.com/2012/05/loving-this-crazy-life.html
Hope you have a great weekend!
culturafemenina says
This is right for me..I started doing crochet 3 weeks ago!!! yeah..i know…but i really really like it. I learning trough you tube and some web site with tutorials…I still trying to understand the descriptions of a pattern. So i’m going to try this easy project.
I loved your blog I’m your new follower.
Diana says
Great idea! I could use something like this in my girls’ room and I have lots of yarn scraps I could use. Thanks!
Sherri says
I came over from Pinterest Im going to make these for Mothers Day thanks for the idea.
Kara at Petals to Picots says
I’m glad you like them! Let me know how they turn out 🙂
The Lovely Mrs. P says
Stopping by to let you know I featured your Crocheted Balls today! Too Cute! Great idea!
I would love it if you would come by and link something up again today!
Kim@madeinaday
http://madeinaday.com
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
So so pretty! Pinning Kara! Thanks so much for sharing at Mom On Timeout!
–Trish
Sara says
You’re very welcome Kara! Thanks for sharing this fun idea. Love it! And I’m so happy your a new follower at Tangled Happy. 🙂
Mindie Hilton says
Beautiful centerpiece. Thanks for sharing at Bacon Time.
Christine says
Kara!!
You have been featured at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality! Come on over and grab the ”featured” button! 🙂
http://thediydreamer.blogspot.ca/2012/05/from-dream-to-reality-linky-party-15.html
DebbieDoesCreations says
You must have a ton of patience. I don’t know if I could ever crochet something but you ALWAYS continue to amaze me week after week! Thanks for sharing at Toot Your Horn Tuesday 🙂
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Thanks Debbie!
Crafty Mischief says
So cute! Thank you, thank you for sharing the pattern! 🙂
Kara at Petals to Picots says
You are very welcome! Glad you liked it 🙂
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says
Oh how cute! It’s fun and colorful!
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Thanks, Sharon!
Navy Wifey Peters says
This is a cool decorating idea! I found you on the Someday Crafts blog-hop.
http://www.navywifeypeters.blogspot.com
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Glad you liked it! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
myric andreasen says
My church friend loves to make these. Unlike me, I don’t know anything about crocheting but I like this! I better show this beauty to her 🙂
There is a link party going on in my blog today. I would LOVE for you to share this 🙂
http://myricandreasen.blogspot.com/2012/05/link-party-and-give-away.html
xoxo
Myric
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Thanks for the invite!! I will definitely stop by 🙂
Rachel says
These are so pretty! I love all the different colors. I can’t get over what a great idea this is. Thanks for the pattern. Pinned! Thanks for sharing at Terrific Tuesdays.
Rachel
adventuresofadiymom.blogspot.com
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Thank you, Rachel!
Hani@Craftionary says
I want those crochet balls!!!! :)Pinned this superb idea.. Thanks for linking up at friday fun party
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Thanks, Hani 🙂
SWEET YARNS says
This flower arrangement is beautiful. Thanks for sharing!!
Kara at Petals to Picots says
You are very welcome! I am glad you like it 🙂
Mimi says
What a fun idea! I’ve just gotten back into crocheting after a long time. I hope to try this soon! Thanks for sharing
Kara at Petals to Picots says
You are very welcome! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
Christine says
They are adorable!!! I wish I could crochet!!!
Thanks for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality!!
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Thank you!
CrazyNutsMom says
These are adorable. You are very talented. I have tried to crochet many times and have failed.
Kara at Petals to Picots says
That is very sweet of you! I am sure you can do … it just takes some getting used to.
Anonymous says
How cute! Cheerful, too. : )
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Thank you!
Jessica says
This is so pretty and unique! How many crochet balls do you think you made to fill the vase?
Jessica
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Hi Jessica! I just counted … I used 10 large balls and 12 small ones 😉
Kadie says
So cute! Perfect for Mother’s Day and spring!!
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Thanks, Kadie!
Kadie says
Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing at our party!
I will be featuring these tomorrow at the party. Hope you have had a wonderful week.:)
DezF says
Oooooh, great idea! I’m not a crochet-er but one of my daughters is…I wonder how hard it will be to talk her into it….lol
Thanks so much for stopping by and voting for my friend, you have no idea how much it means to those of us trying to help that family 🙂
New follower!
-Desiree’
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Hi Desiree! It was my pleasure! I hope he wins. Thanks for stopping by 🙂
[email protected] says
How pretty!
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Thank you!
Crystal says
These are so beautiful! I wish I knew how to crochet! 😉
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Thank you!
My Bizarre Family says
That is so cute! I am a new follower from the Blog Hop social!
Kara at Petals to Picots says
Thank you! And thanks for stopping by 🙂