Maple leaves are one of the classic signs of Fall. When the maple leaves change colors, they are gorgeous to look at!
This free maple leaf crochet pattern is a step by step guide with photos that shows how to crochet maple leaves.
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Two crocheted leaves on a pink background.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-7.jpg.webp)
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![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Two crocheted leaves on a pink background.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-1.jpg.webp)
How to Crochet a Maple Leaf
Materials
- Crochet yarn – medium or medium light weight
- Crochet hook 3.5mm
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Instructions
Step 1
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 1 A yellow crochet thread with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-1.jpg.webp)
Start with a slip knot. Then work 6 or 7 chain stitches.
Step 2
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 2 A yellow crochet hook is attached to a yellow yarn.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-2.jpg.webp)
Form a loop with the chain stitches by working a slip stitch through the first chain stitch.
Step 3
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 3 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-3.jpg.webp)
Chain one and then work 11 SC (single crochet) into the loop.
Step 4
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 4 A yellow crochet hook is being used to make a crocheted flower.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-4.jpg.webp)
Close the first row by working a slip stitch through the first top chain stitch of that round.
Step 5
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 5 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-5.jpg.webp)
For the second row, work 2 chain stitches. Work a DC (double crochet) into the nearest chain stitch.
Step 6
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 6 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-6.jpg.webp)
Close the second round of DC by working a slip stitch through the first top chain stitch of that round.
Step 7
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 7 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-7.jpg.webp)
Work 2 DC into the nearest stitch.
Step 8
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 8 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-8.jpg.webp)
Work 2 TC (triple crochet) into the same stitch.
Step 9
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 9 A yellow crocheted ball with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-9.jpg.webp)
Work a picot stitch next.
Step 10
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 10 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-10.jpg.webp)
Work 2 DC into the same stitch again.
Step 11
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 11 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-11.jpg.webp)
Skip the next chain stitch and then work a slip stitch into the 2nd next chain stitch.
Now, one of the 5 tips of the crochet fall leaf is ready.
Step 12
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 12 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-12.jpg.webp)
Repeat the same process to crochet another fall leaf tip.
Next we will crochet the big, middle tip of the leaf.
Step 13
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 13 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-13.jpg.webp)
Work 2 DC, 2 TC into the same chain stitch for the 3rd tip.
Then work a picot crochet stitch at the top.
Step 14
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 14 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-14.jpg.webp)
Work 2 TC, 2 DC into the same stitch next.
Skip the next chain stitch and work a slip stitch into the 2nd next chain stitch.
Step 15
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 15 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue needle.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-15.jpg.webp)
For the last 2 small tips, the crochet pattern will be slightly different than the first 2 small tips.
Work 2 DC and then work a picot stitch.
Step 16
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 16 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-16.jpg.webp)
Work 2 TC, 2 DC into the same chain stitch to form the 4th tip.
Skip the next chain stitch like we did before and work a slip stitch into the stitch.
Step 17
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 17 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-17.jpg.webp)
Repeat the process to crochet the 5th and last leaf tip.
Step 18
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 18 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-18.jpg.webp)
Chain 4 on hook.
Step 19
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 19 A yellow crocheted flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-19.jpg.webp)
Skip the chain stitch next to the hook and then work 1 SC (single crochet) into the next 2 chain stitches.
Step 20
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 20 A yellow crochet flower with a blue crochet hook.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-20.jpg.webp)
Work a slip stitch into the adjacent chain stitch of thee base pattern and pull out a few inches of the yarn.
Step 21
![Maple Leaf Crochet Pattern Step 21 A yellow crocheted leaf on a white surface.](https://singlegirlsdiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maple-Leaf-Crochet-Pattern-Steps-21.jpg.webp)
Cut off extra yarn and use a tapestry needle to stitch the remaining yarn at the backside of the fall leaf pattern.
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