Bow Appliqué - free crochet pattern

Bow Appliqué 

This free crochet bow pattern is a super easy and quick crochet project that takes just a few minutes to make. It is perfect for using up scrap yarn and adding a cute decorative touch to crochet blankets, baby blankets, clothing, bags and other handmade projects. A simple crochet bow appliqué for beginners and a lovely way to use up leftover yarn!

Yarn: King Cole Cotton Soft DK

Hook: 4mm

Glossary US terms:

ch: chain stitch

tr: treble crochet

sl st: slip stitch

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Bow

Make a magic ring, leaving a 12cm yarn end.
3ch, 3tr, 3ch, sl st to the magic ring,
3ch, 3tr, 3ch, sl st to the magic ring,

Tie

8ch,
sl st to the 2nd ch from the hook, sl st in each chain, sl st to the magic ring,
8ch,
sl st to the 2nd ch from the hook, sl st in each chain, sl st to the magic ring, 1ch, cut the yarn, leaving a 12cm end.

Pull the yarn end to close the magic ring. Tighten both yarn ends at the back. Use these to attach the appliqué to your project or or weave in the ends..