The Anatolian Lace Bloom: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Textured, Heirloom-Quality Oya Flower Brooch

The Anatolian Lace Bloom: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Textured, Heirloom-Quality Oya Flower Brooch

Discover the intricate art of Turkish Oya with this modern crochet pattern, creating a dimensional, lace-like flower brooch that captures the spirit of Anatolian handcrafts. This delicate yet sturdy accessory adds a touch of timeless elegance to any lapel, bag, or headband. The Anatolian Lace Bloom is worked in continuous rounds to create a dense center, then layered with two tiers of dusty rose petals and finished with sage green leaves. Perfect for intermediate crocheters, this pattern yields a heirloom-quality piece that feels both vintage and contemporary.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: DMC Cebelia No. 10 (100% Mercerized Cotton) in three colors: Cream (Ecru), Dusty Rose (899), and Sage Green (501). Approximately 20 yards of each color.
• Hook: Steel crochet hook size 1.5mm (US 7/0) or size needed to achieve a firm, dense lace.
• Gauge: First 5 rounds of the flower center measure 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter. Exact gauge is not critical, but consistent tension is important for the lace effect.
• Notions: Yarn needle, stitch markers (optional), brooch pin or bar pin, steam iron or steamer for blocking.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Flower Center (Cream)

This pattern is worked in continuous rounds. Do not join unless specified.

1. Round 1: Make a magic ring. Ch 1, work 6 sc into ring. Pull ring tight. (6 sts)
2. Round 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12 sts)
3. Round 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st* repeat around. (18 sts)
4. Round 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st* repeat around. (24 sts)
5. Round 5: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st* repeat around. (30 sts)
6. Round 6: Sc in each st around. (30 sts)
7. Fasten off and weave in end.

Inner Petal Layer (Dusty Rose)

1. Attach yarn to any sc of Round 6.
2. Round 7: *Ch 5, skip 1 st, sl st in next st* repeat around. (15 ch-5 loops)
3. Round 8: In each ch-5 loop work: (Sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc). Sl st between loops. (15 petals)
4. Fasten off and weave in end.

Outer Petal Layer (Dusty Rose)

1. Turn work so the back of the flower center faces you. Attach yarn to the back loop of any sc from Round 5 (the skipped stitches from Round 7).
2. Round 9: *Ch 7, skip 1 st, sl st in next st* repeat around. (15 ch-7 loops)
3. Round 10: In each ch-7 loop work: (Sc, hdc, 5 dc, hdc, sc). Sl st between loops. (15 petals)
4. Fasten off and weave in end.

Leaves (Sage Green)

Make 2 leaves.

1. Ch 10.
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next, dc in next 3, hdc in next, sc in next, ch 1, turn to work along the other side of the chain. Sc in same ch as last sc, hdc in next, dc in next 3, hdc in next, sc in last. Ch 1, turn.
3. Row 2: Sc in first st, hdc in next, dc in next 3, hdc in next, sc in next, ch 1, sc in same st, hdc in next, dc in next 3, hdc in next, sc in last. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Assembly

1. Using the long tails, sew the two leaves to the back of the flower, positioning them slightly offset from each other.
2. Sew a brooch pin or bar pin to the back of the flower, covering the leaf stems.
3. Gently steam block the flower to open the lace petals and set the shape. Hold the steamer a few inches away from the piece and allow it to dry completely before wearing.

Your Anatolian Lace Bloom is now complete! This delicate, lacy brooch is perfect for adding a touch of Turkish-inspired elegance to any outfit. Enjoy your heirloom-quality creation.