Knitted Beautiful Flower

Crafted with care and precision, a stunning floral design emerges from the intricate art of knitting. Each petal and leaf is carefully woven together, creating a delicate and beautiful flower that captivates the eye. The soft yarn used in the creation of this masterpiece adds a touch of elegance and charm to the final product, making it a truly unique and eye-catching piece of art. 

ABBREVIATIONS

st(s): stitch(es)
k: knit

MATERIALS
two needles size 3.00mm/US 2½ for 4ply/fingering yarn
two needles size 3.50mm/US 4 for dk/8ply
tapestry needle
button or bead

Cast on 81 sts (using cable cast on method).

ROW 1: k1, leave this st on needle, do not use this st for the next cast off.

cast off 15 sts, leave last st on needle, do not use this st for the next cast off,

(2 sts on right needle 64 sts on left needle),

cast off 15 sts, leave last st on needle, do not use this st for the next cast off,

(3 sts on right needle 48 sts on left needle),

cast off 15 sts, leave last st on needle, do not use this st for the next cast off,

(4 sts on right needle 32 sts on left needle),

cast off 15 sts, leave last st on needle, do not use this st for the next cast off,

(5 sts on right needle 16 sts on left needle),

cast off 15 sts, leave last st on needle (6 sts on right needle).

ROW 2: k six sts - pull yarn very tightly between working sts.

pwt,
pull wool through

(break yarn, leaving a long yarn tail. Then thread yarn unto needle and then through the six stitches on knitting needle. Pull tight and secure with a few stitches).

Join first and last petal with a few stitches.

Pull petals open to make a flower shape, a cool dry iron can be used to make the petals a better shape. Pull one petal at a time and press gently with the tip of the iron.

You may need to pull the petals into the centre with a few stitches to obtain a better flower shape.

Attach button or bead to centre.