# Winter White Camellia Bracelet Free Crochet Pattern
This one started life as a scribble in my pattern notebook years ago — just a little note that said “wearable winter garden.” The idea sat on my shelf collecting dust until one frosty morning when I finally pulled it out, dusted off the concept, and brought it to life. I am so glad I never throw those notebooks away!
The bracelet is a miniature floral arrangement for your wrist: tiny rolled camellias, layered winter blooms, and textured little buds in whites, ivory, and the softest silver-grey, all nestled among sage and olive leaves with a whisper of metallic sparkle. Everything is stitched onto a simple leather cord with an adjustable sliding-knot closure, so it fits just about anyone — and all the attention stays right where it belongs, on those gorgeous little flowers.
What You’ll Need
- Crochet thread, size 10, or fingering weight yarn in the following colors:
- White: approximately 15 yards
- Ivory/Cream: approximately 15 yards
- Pale silver-grey: approximately 10 yards
- Bright winter white: approximately 10 yards
- Sage green: approximately 20 yards
- Olive green: approximately 10 yards
- Brown: approximately 5 yards
- Steel crochet hook, size 7 (1.65 mm), or size needed for tight, structured stitches
- Tapestry needle with a sharp point
- Small sharp scissors
- Sewing needle and coordinating thread
- 24 inches of 2 mm leather cord in dark brown
- 2 glass beads with holes large enough for doubled cord
- Approximately 40 to 50 small metallic seed beads
- Beading needle (optional but helpful)
- Fabric glue or clear nail polish for securing knots
Finished size:
- The floral portion covers approximately 5 to 6 inches when worn, and the adjustable cord fits wrist sizes from 6 to 8 inches
The Pattern
Rolled Camellias (Make 5: 2 White, 2 Ivory, 1 Silver-Grey)
Each camellia is crocheted as a flat strip that you roll into shape — don’t worry if your first one looks a little wonky. They get better with practice, I promise!
Row 1: Chain 42. Sc in the 2nd chain from the hook, sc in the next chain, then \*chain 3, skip 1 chain, sc in the next 2 chains\* — repeat across. (27 sc, 13 chain-3 spaces)
Row 2: Chain 1, turn. Sc in the first sc, then \*work 5 dc into the chain-3 space (this forms a petal), skip 1 sc, sc in the next sc\* — repeat across. Fasten off, leaving a 12-inch tail. (13 petals)
Shaping: Starting at the beginning of Row 1, roll the strip tightly at the center and more loosely as you work outward so the petals fan naturally. Stitch through the base every few rolls with the yarn tail to secure, and weave in the ends on the underside. Each finished camellia measures about 1 inch across.
Layered Winter Blooms (Make 4: 2 Ivory, 1 Bright White, 1 Silver-Grey)
Round 1: Magic ring, chain 1, work 6 sc into the ring, pull the ring closed, slip stitch to the first sc to join. (6 sc)
Round 2: Chain 1, work 2 sc in each stitch around, slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 3: Chain 1, \*sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch\* — repeat around, slip stitch to join. (18 sc)
Round 4 (petal round): Working in the front loops only, \*chain 3, 2 dc in the same stitch, skip 2 stitches, slip stitch in the next stitch\* — repeat around. (6 petals)
Round 5: Working into the unused back loops from Round 3, slip stitch into any back loop, then \*chain 4, 3 dc in the same stitch, skip 2 stitches, slip stitch in the next stitch\* — repeat around. (6 petals)
Fasten off and weave in the ends. The second layer of petals sits behind the first, giving the bloom lovely dimension.
Textured Bud Blooms (Make 3: 1 Silver-Grey, 1 White, 1 Ivory)
These little buds get their texture from puffy bobble-like stitches.
Round 1: Magic ring, chain 1, work 6 sc into the ring, pull the ring closed, slip stitch to the first sc to join. (6 sc)
Round 2: Chain 1, work 2 sc in each stitch around, slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 3: \*Chain 2, work 4 hdc in the next stitch (this creates a small puff), chain 2, slip stitch in the next stitch\* — repeat around. (6 puffs)
Round 4: Working behind the puffs into the Round 2 stitches, \*chain 3, 5 dc in the next stitch, chain 3, slip stitch in the next stitch, skip 1 stitch\* — repeat around. (6 larger petals behind)
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Leaves (Make 20 to 25 Total in Sage, Olive, and Brown)
Simple small leaf (make 10): Chain 8. Sc in the 2nd chain from the hook, hdc in the next chain, dc in the next 2 chains, hdc in the next chain, sc in the next chain, then (sc, chain 2, sc) in the last chain. Now work back along the other side of the chain: sc in the next chain, hdc in the next chain, dc in the next 2 chains, hdc in the next chain, sc in the next chain, slip stitch to the first sc. Fasten off.
Pointed medium leaf (make 8): Chain 10. Slip stitch in the 2nd chain from the hook, sc in the next chain, hdc in the next chain, dc in the next 2 chains, hdc in the next chain, sc in the next chain, slip stitch in the next chain, then (slip stitch, chain 2, slip stitch) in the last chain. Mirror the pattern back along the opposite side of the chain. Fasten off.
Rounded large leaf (make 7): Chain 12. Sc in the 2nd chain from the hook, sc in the next chain, hdc in the next 2 chains, dc in the next 3 chains, hdc in the next chain, sc in the next chain, then (sc, chain 3, sc) in the last chain. Work back along the other side of the chain. Chain 1, do not turn, and optionally work surface slip stitches up the center of the leaf for a pretty vein detail. Fasten off.
Bead Accents
Thread your sewing needle with coordinating thread and attach the metallic seed beads throughout the arrangement, clustering them near flower centers and tucking them between leaves — about 40 to 50 beads in total, but follow your instincts. A few beads can dangle on short thread loops for movement; the rest should sit flat against the flowers.
The Bracelet Base
Cut the leather cord to 24 inches and thread both glass beads onto the cord before making the closure.
Adjustable sliding knot closure:
1. Overlap the two cord ends by about 4 inches, pointing in opposite directions.
2. Take the left cord end and wrap it around both cords 3 to 4 times, moving toward the center. Thread the end through the loops you created and pull tight.
3. Repeat with the right cord end, wrapping in the opposite direction.
4. Slide one glass bead onto each cord end and tie a simple overhand knot below each bead to secure.
5. Dab a little fabric glue on each knot and let it dry completely.
Test the closure by pulling the cord ends — the knots should slide smoothly to adjust the size.
Putting It All Together
Lay the cord in a circle on your work surface and arrange the flowers and leaves around it, overlapping generously for that lush, abundant look with no gaps. Stitch the largest camellias on first as focal points, securing each to the cord and to neighboring flowers with your sewing needle and matching thread. Fill in with the layered blooms and buds, then tuck the leaves underneath and around everything, securing as you go. Keep trying the bracelet on — the arrangement should curve naturally around your wrist without gaps or awkward bumps.
Sophie’s Tips
- Working with thread can feel fiddly at first. Good lighting helps enormously — and a magnifying lamp is a game changer if you have one.
- If your leaves curl, give them a quick steam press before assembly. It makes them lie flat and behave beautifully.
- Keep your tension snug on the tiny flowers. The tighter the stitches, the better these little blooms hold their crisp winter shape.
I truly hope you enjoy making this little winter garden for your wrist as much as I enjoyed designing it. Happy crocheting, friend!
