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Crocheted Cherries

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I still remember the first time I held a crochet hook in my hands. My grandmother on my dad’s side, who we all called Ma, patiently showed me how to make my first stitches as we sat side-by-side.

Her hands moved with such grace and purpose, creating beautiful gifts that she weaved bits of her personality and ours into. I was hooked (pun fully intended!).These crocheted cherries remind me so much of those special times with Ma.

Crocheted cherries with green leaves and stems under bold tutorial title that says Crocheted Cherries in red and Step by Step Tutorial in green. Under the image it says: CreativeCynchronicity.com

Crocheted Cherry Charms

These crocheted cherries are simple, sweet, and a little bit whimsical. They are perfect for adding a playful pop of color to a keychain, bag charm, or even a bright and cheery garland.

This is the kind of craft project that makes you smile as you create it. And the best part? They’re beginner-friendly and only take a little bit of yarn and time.

I’ve been on a roll with these mini crochet projects lately—there’s something so satisfying about finishing a craft project in under an hour! After making these cherries, you might also like my charming crocheted daisies, adorable crocheted pumpkins, and simple and stylish crocheted bookmarks too.

List of Supplies for Crocheted Cherry Pattern:

  • Red and Green Yarn (small amounts)
  • Crochet Hook
  • Tapestry needle
  • A pair of scissors
  • Polyester stuffing (a little)

Stitches (crochet abbreviations) used for these crocheted cherries:

  • Magic Ring
  • Chain stitch – CH
  • Single Crochet – SC
  • Half Double Crochet – HDC
  • Double Crochet – DC
  • Treble Crochet – TC
  • Slip Stitch – Sl St
  • Stitch – St

Crochet Tips for Beginners:

  • Keep your tension even for smooth-looking cherries.
  • Use a stitch marker when working in the round to keep track of your starting point.
  • If your yarn is splitting, try switching to a different hook material or brand.

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Completed crocheted cherry charm with two red cherries and green leaves on wood background

FAQs for This Crocheted Cherries Pattern:

What skill level is this pattern best for?

It’s great for beginners! If you know how to chain, single crochet, and do some basic shaping, you’ll be good to go.

What can I use these cherries for?

So many things! They’re adorable as keychains, zipper pulls, ornaments, or strung together into a fruity garland. Use them as party favors, add to hats, headbands, or hair ties, or add them to your kids’ play kitchen. You could even add one to a gift for a delightful handmade touch.

Can I use different yarn weights?

Absolutely! Just adjust your hook size accordingly. Thinner yarns will make daintier cherries, while chunky yarns will give you a bold, squishy look.

How do I keep the cherries round and puffy?

Use Polyfil stuffing and shape them as you go. A small crochet hook suitable to your yarn weight helps keep the stitches tight so the stuffing doesn’t peek through.

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Cherry-Shaped Crocheted Charms:

Step 1 of crocheting a cherry charm with red yarn and a crochet hook

Step 1: 

Make a magic ring and chain 1.

Step 2 of crocheting a cherry charm with red yarn and a crochet hook beginning to form a magic ring

Step 2:

Work 6 single crochet into the magic ring.

Step 3 of crocheting a cherry design with red yarn and a crochet hook closing the magic ring

Step 3:

Pull the loose end of the yarn to close the ring and insert the hook in the first stitch to make a slip stitch.

Step 4 of crocheting a cherry charm with red yarn and a crochet hook, adding a chain 1

Step 4:

Chain 1.

Step 5 of crocheting a cherry pattern with red yarn and a crochet hook

Step 5: 

Work 2 SC into the next CH. Repeat the pattern around. You should have a total of 12 stitches.

Step 6 of crocheting a cherry charm with red yarn and a crochet hook

Step 6: 

Chain 1 and work 1 SC in the next stitch, and increase in the next stitch (2 single crochet). Repeat all around (18 CH).

Step 7 of crocheting a cherry charm with red yarn and a crochet hook

Step 7: 

Slip stitch into the top chain of the first stitch. Chain 1.

Step 8 of crocheting a cherry charm with red yarn and a crochet hook, rounding the shape further

Step 8:

Work 1 SC in each of the 18 CH.

Step 9 of crocheting a cherry charm with red yarn and a crochet hook

Step 9:

Repeat step 8. Slip stitch and chain 1.

Step 10 of crocheting a cherry charm with red yarn and a crochet hook

Step 10:

Repeat step 9 twice.

Step 11 of crocheting a cherry pattern with red yarn and a crochet hook as the cherry starts to take shape

Step 11:

Work a SC and 1 Decrease into the next stitch. Repeat all around (12). Slip stitch and chain 1.

Step 12 of crocheting a cherry charm using red yarn, forming a 3D round shape

Step 12: 

Work a SC and 1 decrease all around again. Your crocheted cherries are really coming together!

Step 13 of crocheting a cherry charm using red yarn, adding stuffing and starting to close the 3D round shape

Step 13:

Stuff the crochet ball shape with cotton through the open end.

Step 14 of crocheting a cherry charm using red yarn, stuffing has been added to the 3D round shape and there is a piece of red yarn and a needle showing it being stitched closed

Step 14: 

For this round, decrease 6 times and cut off yarn from the bundle (keep a few inches extra) Stitch the yarn through the remaining stitches, and pull the yarn tail to close the open end

Step 15 the 3d round red shape of the cherry is complete and the sphere has been sewn shut

Step 15:

Cut of extra yarn if necessary.

Step-by-Step Instructions for the Crocheted Leaf:

Step 1 of crocheting a leaf for the cherry craft - yarn and hook position shown creating a chain

Step 1: 

Make a slip knot and chain 16.

Step 2 of crocheting a leaf for the cherry craft - yarn and hook position shown creating a single crochet

Step 2: 

Skip 1 chain, and work 1 SC.

Step 3 of crocheting a leaf for the cherry craft - yarn and hook position shown stitching half double crochet

Step 3: 

Work 1 HDC into the next stitch

Step 4 of crocheting a leaf for the cherry craft - yarn and hook position shown stitching double crochet

Step 4:

work 3 DC into the next 3 stitches.

Step 5 of crocheting a leaf for the cherry craft - yarn and hook position shown continuing double crochet

Step 5: 

Work 1 HDC into the next stitch

Step 6 of crocheting a leaf for the cherry craft - yarn and hook position shown, working single crochet

Step 6: 

Work 1 SC into the next stitch.

Step 7 of crocheting a leaf for the cherry craft - yarn and hook position shown

Step 7:

Work a slip stitch into the next stitch.

Step 8 of crocheting a leaf for the cherry craft - yarn and hook position shown

Step 8: 

Repeat the pattern (1 SC, 1 HDC, 3 DC, 1 HDC, 1 SC) in the other half of the base chain. Half of both leaves are done. 

Step 9 of crocheting a leaf for the cherry craft - yarn and hook position shown, repeating the previous pattern

Step 9: 

Repeat steps from 2 to 8, except for the skipping first chain part. 

Step 10 of crocheting a leaf for the cherry craft - yarn and hook position shown completing the leaves

Step 10:

Work a slip stitch, cut off the extra yarn, and tuck the remaining yarn on the backside of the crochet leaf pattern.

Completing the Crocheted Cherry Pattern:

Step 1:

Take green yarn, start with a slip knot, and chain 20 or more as you choose.

Step 2:

Insert the hook through the middle stitch of the crochet leaf pattern.

Step 3:

Yarn over the middle part of the crochet chain and pull it through, between the leaves.

Step 4:

Insert the remaining yarn through the closed end of the crochet cherry.

Step 5:

Stitch the cherry with the yarn tail to join it with the chain stitch.

Step 6:

Attach the other cherry just as you did with the first one. Your crocheted cherries are complete. How will you use them?

If you’re looking for a charming little project to brighten up a rainy day (or any day!), these crocheted cherries are sure to add a bit of handmade happiness to it. I hope they bring you the same kind of joy I felt sitting next to Ma all those years ago—stitching memories into every row.

These little cherries make adorable gift toppers! Want more ideas? Check out my crocheted hearts, crocheted angels, and crocheted stars for other embellishment options.

Love this sweet crocheted cherries project? Pin it for later!

Pin one of the images below so you can come back to this easy crochet pattern anytime. It’s a quick, fun craft you’ll want to revisit again and again!

Crocheted red cherry charms with green leaves on wood background with green title banner. Below the image it says CreativeCynchronicity.com
Easy crochet project red cherries with green leaves displayed with playful green brushstroke design. The text reads easy crochet project in red and cherry charms in green. It also says CreativeCynchronicity.com in white

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