Silver Dollar Eucalyptus, known for its round, coin-shaped leaves, makes a striking addition to any floral crochet bouquet or arrangements. Scientifically known as Eucalyptus Cinerea, it is a popular ornamental tree renowned for its distinctive round, silver-hued leaves that can brighten any landscape. Native to Australia, this fast-growing species is often used in gardens and parks for its striking foliage and attractive silhouette. Its aromatic leaves can add a refreshing scent to the air, making it a favorite among gardeners and landscapers alike.
Adding these to your crochet floral bouquets and arrangements can add interest and depth, transforming simple creations into captivating displays.
TOOLS + MATERIALS
5 PLY COTTON BLEND YARN
COLOR: SAGE GREEN
4 MM CROCHET HOOK
0.3 MM JEWELRY WIRE
FLORAL CRAFT ROD / BAMBOO SKEWER
GLUE GUN AND GLUE STICK
DARNING NEEDLE
SCISSORS
LARGE LEAF (6)
Using your Sage Green Yarn and 4 MM crochet hook, create a Slip Knot and Chain (CH) 7.
ROUND 1: Double Crochet Increase (DC INC) in the fourth CH from the hook, 3 Double Crochet Increase (3 DC INC) in the next CH, Half Double Crochet (HDC) in the next CH, 3 Single Crochet Increase (3 SC INC) in the next CH, now working on the underside of the Leaf, HDC in the next CH, 3 DC INC in the next 2 CHS, Slip Stitch (SL ST) in the next stitch. Total Stitches: 17
ROUND 2: Carry your 0.3 MM jewelry wire in this round. CH 1, Single Crochet Increase (SC INC) in the next stitch, SC INC in the next 2 stitches (Photo 1), Half Double Crochet Increase (HDC INC) in the next stitch, HDC in the next 2 stitches, SC INC in the next stitch, Single Crochet (SC) in the next stitch, CH 3, SL ST, CH 3 in the next stitch, SC in the next stitch, SC INC in the next stitch, HDC in the next 2 stitches, HDC INC in the next stitch, SC INC in the next 2 stitches, SC in the next stitch, SL ST in the next stitch. Total Stitches: 24
Fasten off and leave a 5 inch tail, set aside.
SMALL LEAF (2)
Using your Sage Green Yarn and 4 MM crochet hook, create a Slip Knot and CH 5.
ROUND 1: HDC INC in the 3rd CH from the hook, SC in the next CH, 3 SC INC in the next CH, now working on the underside of the Small Leaf, SC in the next CH, 3 HDC INC in the next CH. Total Stitches: 10
ROUND 2: Carry your 0.3 MM jewelry wire in this round. SC INC in the next stitch (Photo 2), HDC in the next stitch, SC in the next 3 stitches, CH 2, SL ST, CH 2 in the next stitch, SC in the next 3 stitches, HDC in the next stitch, SC INC in the next stitch, SL ST in the next stitch. Total Stitches: 13
Fasten off and leave a 5 inch tail. Set aside.
PUTTING IT TOGETHER
Take your Floral Craft Rod or Bamboo Skewer and wrap Sage Green yarn from the tip of the floral craft rod or bamboo skewer, working your way down an inch. Secure the end of the yarn with a drop of hot glue. Cut off excess yarn.
WHEN USING BAMBOO SKEWERS, CUT OFF THE POINTY END WITH A PAIR OF SCISSORS
Attach the 2 small leaves an inch below the tip of the floral craft rod or bamboo skewer and position them across from each other (Photo 4). Secure it into place with hot glue. Take an excess yarn from one of the leaves and wrap around the yarn, wires and floral craft rod or bamboo skewer, working your way down an inch. Secure the end of the yarn with a drop of hot glue. Cut off any excess yarn or wires.
Take a Large Leaf and attach it onto the side of the floral craft rod or bamboo skewer with hot glue. Using the excess yarn from the leaf, wrap around the yarn, wires and floral craft rod or bamboo skewer several times. Secure the end of the yarn with a drop of hot glue, cutting off any excess yarn and wire (Photo 5). Repeat the process for the other remaining leaves. Once completed, wrap a longer yarn to cover most of the floral craft rod or bamboo skewer. Clean off any excess glue, yarn and wire.
