Looking for a fun, quick crochet project? These adorable crochet cherries are the perfect accent for bags, key chains, garlands, or even as a car visor hanger! Just attach them, and they’ll add a cute, handmade touch to your car interior. This beginner-friendly pattern works up fast and is a great way to practice shaping with increases and decreases.
As always, I love sharing free crochet patterns to make crafting more accessible. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting, I hope you enjoy this little project!
What You’ll Need:
- Yarn: Worsted-weight yarn in red (cherries) and green (stems/leaves)
- Hook: Size recommended for your yarn (typically 3.5mm-4.0mm for worsted) https://amzn.to/3XR35Ge
- Tapestry needle: For sewing pieces together https://amzn.to/3XR35Ge
- Stuffing: Small amount for the cherries https://amzn.to/3XR35Ge
For this example, I used Bernart Blanket Yarn in Red and Green https://amzn.to/3DGGHsq
Crochet Cherries Pattern
Abbreviations (US Terms):
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- dec = decrease (single crochet two together)
- ch = chain
- st = stitch
- HDC = half double crochet
- MC = magic circle
Cherries
- 6 sc in a MC
- (inc) x 6 = 12
- (1 sc, inc) x 6 = 18
- (2 sc, inc) x 6 = 24
5-8. 24 sc - (2 sc, dec) x 6 = 18
- (1 sc, dec) x 6 = 12
- Dec x 6 = 6
Fasten off and stuff the cherry before closing!
Stem #1
- Ch 17
- In second ch from hook: 1 st, 1 HDC, 1 DC, 1 HDC, 1 sc
- 11 st
Stem #2
- Ch 17
- In second ch from hook: 1 st, 1 HDC, 1 DC, 1 HDC, 1 sc
- Insert hook in back loop of the other stem’s leaf and first st
- St into 1 ch from stem 2 and 1 ch from stem 1
- St 9
Then sew each stem to the cherries!
Finishing Touches
- Sew the two cherries to the base of the stems.
- Adjust the stems so they curve slightly for a natural look.
- Turn them into a car visor hanger by adding a loop to the top! Just crochet a simple chain and attach it securely so you can slip it onto your visor.
And that’s it—your crochet cherries are ready! These make great embellishments, gifts, or a cute handmade charm for your car. If you try this pattern, tag me so I can see your sweet creations!
