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Crochet Sunflower Pattern

Crochet Sunflower Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Crochet Sunflower Pattern

This Crochet Sunflower Pattern walks you through every step to make a beautiful, realistic sunflower using 4-ply cotton yarn and thin floral stems. The pattern includes detailed rounds for the flower heart, seeds, two layers of petals, torus (base), and a shaped leaf. Photos and stitch notes help you place seeds and petals accurately for a professional finish.

Crochet Sunflower Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect as a vase bouquet or single stem accent, this pattern is great for gifting or decorating. Wire and wrapped stems let you pose and display your sunflower easily.

Why You'll Love This Crochet Sunflower Pattern

I love how this pattern turns simple stitches into a vibrant, three-dimensional sunflower that holds its shape. I enjoy the tactile process of creating petals and the satisfaction of wrapping the stem to make a finished piece that looks professional and lasting.

Crochet Sunflower Pattern step 1 - construction progress Crochet Sunflower Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Crochet Sunflower Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Crochet Sunflower Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with color—try a golden orange for the petals or a lighter green for leaves to change mood.

I sometimes add a tiny bead cluster in the center for extra texture and a hint of sparkle.

I recommend using slightly different yarn tensions for inner and outer petals to create natural depth.

I often wrap the stem with floral tape after yarn wrapping for an extra-smooth finish.

I like to make a small bunch of three sunflowers with varied sizes to create a lively arrangement.

I advise practicing the picot and triple crochet on scrap yarn to be confident before working petals and leaf edges.

I sometimes wire multiple petals together inside for extra durability if the piece will be handled often.

I prefer to glue the torus end sparingly to avoid excess stiffness and keep the base flexible.

I usually block the leaves flat before attaching to give a neat, professional look.

I enjoy gifting these sunflowers as a long-lasting alternative to fresh flowers—people love them!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the turning chain note each round can change stitch counts; always chain 1 at the start of rounds as instructed. ✗ Not closing rounds with a slip stitch will cause uneven joins; finish each round with a slst through the first stitch. ✗ Forcing too much stuffing into the torus will distort the flower shape; stuff gradually and shape as you go. ✗ Not inserting or securing the wire before closing petals can make assembly difficult; insert and secure wire while petals are worked.

Crochet Sunflower Pattern

Create a bright, handcrafted sunflower with this step-by-step crochet pattern. The design uses 4-ply cotton yarn and wire-wrapped stems for a lifelike finish. Follow clear rounds and photo-guided tips to assemble a durable, beautiful floral accent for home or gifting.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Crochet Sunflower Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    4-ply milk cotton yarn (main yellow color) - Corn yellow (#67)
  • 02
    Milk cotton yarn - Dark brown (#26) for flower heart and seeds
  • 03
    Milk cotton yarn - Willow green (#25) for torus and leaf
  • 04
    Floral stem rods: 2mm x 40cm (use 3 pieces to combine into stronger stem)
  • 05
    Craft wire: 0.5mm (for inserting into petals and leaf)
  • 06
    Fillings / stuffing (small amount for torus if required)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    2.5mm crochet hook
  • 02
    Scissors
  • 03
    Yarn needle / tapestry needle
  • 04
    Glue gun (for securing ends of stem)
  • 05
    Stitch markers (optional)
  • 06
    Craft wire (0.5mm) and floral stems (2mm x 40cm)
  • 07
    Sewing pins (optional for positioning)

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— Flower heart :

Infos :

*Every time start a new round, chain 1 as the turning chain (do not count as a stitch);*Every time close a round, work a slip stitch through the 1st stitch;

R1 :

6sc in a magic ring---6

R2 :

6 inc--- 12

R3 :

(sc, inc)*6 ---18

R4 :

(2sc, inc)*6---24

R5 :

(3sc, inc)*6---30

From R6 :

work only in the half-side stitches that are far away from us. every time close a round, still work a normal slst(through a whole stitch, not just half side), still chain 1 to start every round;*The left half stitches of R5-8 will be the place to work flower seeds;

R6 :

(2sc, inc, 2sc)*6---36

R7 :

(5sc, inc)*6---42

R8 :

(3sc, inc, 3sc)*6---48

R9 :

(7sc, inc)*6---54

R10 :

54 sc--- 54, FO, cut off the yarn

— Flower seeds :

Info :

*work 4 rows of flower seeds at the left half stitches of R5-8.* *seeds numbers at each round: R5-15, R6-18, R7-21, R8-24.

Seed placement :

Reconnect yarn to the 1st stitch of R5, chain 3, work a slst through the current space on the flower heart, 1skip (see pic), 2slst, repeat until the end. Work a slst through the 1st space to close R5.

R6-8 :

move yarn to the next round by working a slst through the 1st space of the new round, repeat the same process to finish all seeds. FO, move the tail to the back.

— Flower petals :

R1 :

Reconnect yarn to the 1st stitch of R9, chain 8, from the 2nd stitch from the hook, work 7sc, 1skip, 2slst, chain 8 ... repeat 18 times. Finally work a slst through the 1st stitch of this round to close. Keep the yarn.

R2 :

insert the wire, for each flower petal, work: sc, hdc, 3dc, sc, [sc, 1ch picot, sc], hdc, 3dc, hdc, sc, 1skip, 1slst (see pic). Repeat to work 18 petals. After finishing the last, work a slst through the 1st stitch to close round, FO. Cut off the yarn and wire.

R3 :

work the second layer of petals only in half-side stitches that are facing us. Reconnect the yarn, chain 10; from the 2nd stitch from the hook, work 9sc, 1skip, 2slst, chain 8 ... repeat 18 times. Finally work a slst through the 1st stitch of this round to close. Keep the yarn.

R4 :

insert the wire, for each flower petal work: sc, hdc, 5dc, sc, [sc, 1ch picot, sc], hdc, 5dc, hdc, sc, 1skip, 2slst. Repeat to work 18 petals. After finishing the last, work a slst through the 1st stitch to close round, FO. Cut off the yarn and wire.

— Flowers torus :

Infos :

* Every time start a new round, chain 1 as the turning chain (do not count as a stitch);*Every time close a round, work a slip stitch through the 1st stitch;

R1 :

6sc in a magic ring---6

R2-3 :

6sc --- 6

R4 :

6inc --- 12

R5 :

(sc, inc)*6 ---18

R6 :

(2sc, inc)*6---24

R7 :

(3sc, inc)*6---30

R8 :

(2sc, inc, 2sc)*6---36

R9 :

(5sc, inc)*6---42

R10 :

(3sc, inc, 3sc)*6---48

R11 :

(7sc, inc)*6---54

R12 :

work only in the half-side stitch that is facing us (see pic). 1ch, [1dc inc, 3ch picot, 1dc inc], [1slst, 1ch], 1skip (see pic), repeat until the end. Finally, a slst through the 1st space to close round, FO, cut off the yarn

— Leaf :

R1 :

7sc in a magic ring;

R2 :

2ch as the turning chain, do not count as a stitch; [3dc], [dc inc]*2, [3tr], [dc inc]*2, [3dc, 2ch], 1slst through the 1st stitch of R1;

R3 :

2ch as the turning chain, do not count as a stitch; insert the wire (about 15cm long); [sc, hdc], [3dc], [dc inc]*6, [3dc], [dc inc]*6, [3dc], [hdc, sc, 1ch], 1slst through the 1st stitch of R2 (pic);

R4 :

1ch as the turning chain, do not count as a stitch; sc, hdc, [dc inc]*5, 11dc, [dc, tr, 2ch picot, tr, dc], 11dc, [dc inc]*5, hdc, sc, 1ch, 1slst through the 1st stitch of R3; FO, wrap the craft wires with the tail.

— Assemble all parts :

Step 1 :

Find 3 pieces of floral stem (to make the stem stronger than just using 1 piece; 40cm long, 2mm wide), wrap one end (about 5cm long) together with yarn, fold as shown on pic.

Step 2 :

Sew the flower with the torus together with a yarn needle. Stop when finishing 3/4 to insert the floral stem we prepared and the filling.

Step 3 :

Continue sewing the flower with the torus. Hide the tail.

Step 4 :

Apply some glue at the end of the floral torus to prevent it from moving.

Step 5 :

Wrap the floral stem with a long piece of green yarn, attach the leaf as well; Apply glue at the end of stems to fix. Done!

Assembly Instructions

  • Wrap three 2mm floral stems together at one end with yarn and fold to create a stronger stem before inserting.
  • Sew the flower (petal layers) to the torus, stop when 3/4 closed and insert the prepared floral stem and any filling, then finish sewing.
  • Hide and secure all tails with a yarn needle; apply a dot of glue on the torus end to prevent movement.
  • Wrap the exposed floral stem with green yarn and attach the leaf; secure stem ends with glue for a neat finish.

Important Notes

  • 💡Always chain 1 at the start of rounds; the pattern counts this as the turning chain and not a stitch.
  • 💡Close every round with a slip stitch through the first stitch to keep round joins neat.
  • 💡Insert wire into petals and leaf while the piece is still open to secure orientation and make assembly easier.
  • 💡Use a thin amount of stuffing for the torus; over-stuffing will distort petal placement and shape.

This sunny crochet sunflower pattern brings a cheerful, long-lasting bloom to your home! Make a bouquet or single stem to brighten any room. 🌻 Perfect for gifts and decor — happy crocheting! 🧶

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FAQs

What hook size is recommended for this sunflower pattern?

This pattern uses a 2.5mm crochet hook with 4-ply milk cotton yarn to give crisp petal definition and a compact fabric.

How do I make the stem strong enough to hold the flower upright?

Combine three 2mm floral stems by wrapping roughly 5cm of one end together with yarn and folding; insert this into the torus before finishing to provide a sturdy stem.

Can I change the size of the sunflower by using different yarn or hook sizes?

Yes, using a thicker yarn and larger hook will create a larger sunflower while thinner yarn and smaller hooks will make it smaller. Gauge and stitch density will alter counts and final look.