Radiant, lush and full of joy – sunflowers are the very embodiment of summer. There’s nothing like a lovely crochet sunflower to live up your home with little rays of sunshine. And for this exact reason I’ve gathered this collection of 40+ Free Crochet Sunflower Patterns!
With a round face, bright yellow petals resembling rays of sunshine and tall green stems, it’s easy to see why so many people love them! But, sunflowers don’t just look big and beautiful, they also have many meanings across the world. Different cultures believe it means anything from positivity and strength to admiration and loyalty. Sunflowers possibly surpasses all others in terms of its universal power to bring joy to people.
This collection of free crochet patterns include afghans, pillows, granny squares, coasters, doilies, accessories … and many more. Above all, you’ll also be quite surprised at how easy these projects are so why not start on one today!
Enjoy! x
🌻 Amigurumi Sunflowers
#1
Sunny the Sunflower
Design By: Odinka Wisanindhi
Photo Credit: Odinka Wisanindhi
How adorable is this little guy over here! Sunny the Sunflower is going to be a great project for any amigurumi lovers. The crochet pattern is accompanied by these YouTube videos tutorials, that walk you through every step of the process, from creating the individual pieces to how to them.
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Size: approx. 10cm / 4″ (excluding the cap)
#2
Crochet Sunflower in a Pot
Design By: Abigail of knitsandknotsbyame.com
Photo Credit: knitsandknotsbyame.com
This cute little crochet sunflower will brighten up any space. This would look lovely on an office desk, living room or nursery – it makes a great gift too! Check the free crochet pattern using the button down below; written instructions and pictures are there to help you create your little bundle of sunshine 🌻
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Size: not specified
#3
Crochet Sunflower Wand
Design By: Sharon of amiamour.com
Photo Credit: amiamour.com
This cheerful Crochet Sunflower Wand pattern is easy to follow and is such a great and fun little project. The finished product will make a great decorative piece to brighten up your home, or you can gift it to your love ones to bring summertime and happiness.
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Size: 38cm / 15″ tall and the flower diameter is about 20cm / 8″ wide
#4
Sunflower Amigurumi
Design By: Andrea of yarnandy.com
Photo Credit: yarnandy.com
“This big sunflower made in chenille or velvet yarn can be either a pillow for a child or a large fidget toy for an adult. A small version made in thinner yarn can be a pocket fidget toy, a brooch or just a decoration for your house.
The possibilities with this pattern are endless and you only need to sew the petals to the side of the flower, no need to weave in all those ends.
The flower can be used as a stim toy if you hold on to the stem and rotate the flower with a wrist movement. The weight of the flower will give it lots of movement.”
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Size: The flower made of velvet yarn measures 27cm / 10.5” in diameter with the large petals, or 24cm / 9.5” in diameter with the small petals and 4-5cm / about 2” in thickness.
🌻 Baby Wearables
#1
Sunflower Baby Hat
Design By: Olivia of hopefulhoney.com
Photo Credit: hopefulhoney.com
“Add some personality to your little ones wardrobe this spring with this delightful Sunflower Baby Hat! Winsome and sweet, the bright petals will warm up any day – A project small enough that you can pick a handful of colours like you’re picking flowers for a bouquet. The more the merrier!”
- Skill Level: Easy
- Size:
Newborn, 0 – 3 Months Old
Head Circumference: 34cm / 13.5″
Hat Height: 14cm / 5.5″
3 – 6 Months Old
Head Circumference: 38cm / 15″
Hat Height: 15cm / 6″
#2
Sunflower Pixie Baby Hat
Design By: Christine of lakeviewcottagekids.com
Photo Credit: lakeviewcottagekids.com
This cute Sunflower Pixie Baby Hat can be the perfect baby shower gift! The pattern is easy to follow and it’s available in 2 sizes.
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
- Size: 0 – 3 months, 3 – 6 months
#3
Sunflower Bonnet
Design By: Ashley of theleitherco.com
Photo Credit: theleitherco.com
The Sunflower Bonnet is a beautiful photography prop to for anyone to wear. This crochet pattern is beginner friendly because it uses simple crochet stitches to create the bonnet. While the Sunflower is beautiful to make, you could use any colour combinations and create any flower that you like. The colour combos are endless and you’ll have a lot of fun working up this pattern!
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Size: 0-3M, 3-6M, 6-12M, 1-2Y, 3-10Y, Teen, Adult and Large Adult
🌻 Crochet Sunflowers and Bouquets Patterns
In this category you can find a list of gorgeous crochet sunflower bouquet patterns and crochet sunflower applique patterns.
➤ Crochet Sunflower Bouquets Patterns
Either you are looking to add a little sunshine to your home or, looking for a gift to that special person in your life – these free sunflower crochet patterns are exactly what you need. These crochet sunflowers are the flowers that keep on giving!
#1
Crochet Sunflower
Design By: Olya Samoseienko
Photo Credit: Olya Samoseienko
You will love these gorgeous, golden sunflower blooms! They work beautifully in arrangements and would make a beautiful gift even as a single flower.
- Skill Level: Easy
- Size: Flower diameter approx. 5cm / 2″, stem length as long as you wish (pictured one is 13cm / 5.1″)
#2
Sunflower Bouquet
Design By: Angelina of craftsyamore.com
Photo Credit: craftsyamore.com
Fresh crochet flowers that are always in bloom!
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
- Size: not specified
#3
Sunflower Bouquet
Design By: krawka.blogspot.com
Photo Credit: krawka.blogspot.com
This cute bouquet of flowers is a perfect gift or you can use it as a unique centrepiece!
- Skill Level: Easy
- Size: not specified
➤ Crochet Sunflower Appliques
These sunflower appliques are ideal for all sorts of crochet items. They are great to incorporate into your projects through crocheted headbands, crocheted bags, crocheted home decor items, and many other projects! As a bonus, they are super fun and easy to make
#1
Sunflower Applique
Design By: Raffaella of raffamusadesigns.com
Photo Credit: raffamusadesigns.com
These sunflowers work up real quick and are super easy to crochet. They’re fairly small, so they are perfect when you don’t want a huge embellishment!
You can use them to make flower garlands for your home decor or to embellish summer accessories and garments. Such a fun, quick, little project!
- Skill Level: Easy
- Size: 5.5cm / 2.2″
#2
Sunflower Applique
Design By: Molly Uhl of blog.clover-usa.com
Photo Credit: blog.clover-usa.com
There are so many possibilities for this pretty Sunflower Applique pattern. What project will you use it for first?
- Skill Level: Easy
- Size: not specified
#3
Sunflower Applique
Design By: Uta of paperwoolyarn.blogspot.com
Photo Credit: apatterntofollow.com
Although the designer of this crochet pattern didn’t call this beauty a Sunflower, using the right colours, it totally makes for an absolutely gorgeous one! It’s such a fun project to create and wear!
- Skill Level: Easy
- Size: approx. 15cm / 6″ across
#4
Sunflower Applique
Design By: Alexandra of eyeloveknots.com
Photo Credit: eyeloveknots.com
“The beauty of this applique is that you can use any yarn with respective hook for whatever project you have in mind! To make your own 4.25″ flower, you’ll need some worsted weight yarn (or any really) – I used Red Heart Super Saver, an H8/5mm crochet hook and a tapestry needle. I was able to work one up in about 15 minutes. There is also a video tutorial.”
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Size: 10.5cm / 4.25” Wide from Tip of One Petal to Another
🌻 Granny Squares
#1
Sunflower Sunburst Granny Square
Design By: sarahmaker.com
Photo Credit: sarahmaker.com
This free crochet sunflower pattern is perfect stash buster and it’s also a great project for beginners. The sunburst granny square is a classic pattern that has been around for years. It looks fabulous in sunflower colours but equally beautiful in any shades!
- Skill Level: Easy
- Size: 13cm / 5″ square
#2
Sunflower Square
Design By: Ali of theturtletrunk.com
Photo Credit: theturtletrunk.com
“The Sunflower Square is a quick and easy crochet square that features a 3D sunflower and simple square border! This crochet sunflower square can be used for so many projects, e.g. blankets, pillows, bags, and sweaters! You can use any yarn weight and any colour to make your sunflower square perfect for your project!”
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
- Size: 13cm / 5″ square
#3
Sunflower GRANNY Square
Design By: Erangi Udeshika of crochetforyoublog.com
Photo Credit: crochetforyoublog.com
“This is a simple granny square pattern with a sunflower in the middle. The center of the granny square is made in a circle and then turned into a square. The pattern requires less than 40 yards of yarn in total. And this 6” x 6” granny square can be whipped up in an hour. That means this sunflower granny square is great for using yarn stash.”
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Size: 15cm / 6″ square
#4
Autumn Radiance Sunflower Square
Design By: Kirsten of kirstenhollowaydesigns.com
Photo Credit: kirstenhollowaydesigns.com
I know there’s still plenty of time until Autumn, but I couldn’t NOT include this absolute beauty in today’s list!
“Crochet a large sunflower in this free 12″ square pattern. The Autumn Radiance afghan block features a sunflower motif and can be made in a solid colour or several different hues. Join the squares together to make a sunflower blanket project for fall.”
- Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced
- Size: 30.5cm / 12″
#5
Sunflower Granny Square
Design By: Tonia of nanascraftyhome.com
Photo Credit: nanascraftyhome.com
“The Sunflower Granny Square starts out as a puff sunflower motif which is turned into a square. Perfect square for blankets, bags, scarves, shawls and wraps! The great thing about this square is how versatile it really is. Originally I thought I would stop before squaring off my motif because it looks so amazing as is.”
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
- Size: 15cm / 6″ square
🌻 Home & Deco
Blankets / Throws / Afghans
Crochet blankets are a popular choice for stitchers because of how versatile they are. They will keep you and your loved ones cosy, making you feel good both as you craft them and as you use them.
#1
Sunflower Blanket
Design By: Brenna Ann for blog.hobiumyarns.com
Photo Credit: blog.hobiumyarns.com
Give your home a gorgeous makeover with this beautiful Sunflower Blanket. This crochet pattern is very beginner friendly, plus it includes lots of photos to help you create this beauty. The pattern comes with instruction to make this sunflower blanket in 4 different sizes
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Size: Baby, Twin Bed, Queen Bed and King Bed
#2
Sunflower Bloom Blanket
Design By: Sian Brock of littlebrockcrochet.wixsite.com
Photo Credit: littlebrockcrochet.wixsite.com
Fill your home with sunshine with the gorgeous Sunflower Bloom blanket. The blanket is made up of 42 individual squares, joined together using the Zig-Zag joining method. If you don’t know how this joining method works, here is a YouTube video tutorial on how to do the Zig-Zag joining method
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner / Intermediate
- Size: pattern is for a baby size, increase the number of square to adjust it to any size you need
#3
Sunflower Granny Square Blanket
Design By: Brianna of briannalentz.com
Photo Credit: briannalentz.com
Crochet a field of flowers and then transform them into a crochet afghan that will bring a smile to your face.
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
- Size: Finished dimensions are 91.5cm / 36″
#4
Golden Garden Blanket
Design By: DROPS Design of garnstudio.com
Photo Credit: garnstudio.com
This wonderful sunflower granny square blanket is ideal for a gift or just to have around the house. You can easily use it on a daily basis whether you are relaxing on your sofa or reading a book by the window
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
- Size: Blanket measures approx. Width = 86cm / 34″, Length = 134cm / 53″ | 1 square measures approx. 16cm / 6″ square
#5
Sunflower Throw
Design By: Mary Jane Protus of yarnspirations.com
Photo Credit: yarnspirations.com
“Enjoy the beauty of vibrant sunflowers any time of year, thanks to this crochet afghan! Reveal a burst of vivid colours in Red Heart Super Saver, as you stitch up the 24 squares that make up this delightful throw. Rows of squares are arranged and sewn together with middle strip panels running the length of the blanket. Display it to add a cheerful vibe to any room.”
- Skill Level: Easy
- Size: Throw measures 127cm / 50″ x 162.5cm / 64”
#6
Sunflower Square Blanket
Design By: Melissa of craftykittycrochet.com
Photo Credit: craftykittycrochet.com
Crochet your own sunflower and bring it right into your home with this fabulous sunflower blanket. The blanket is made up of 24 squares – four across, six down but it can be made in any size you’d like by adjusting the number of squares on your blanket. So whether it’s a baby blanket or a king-sized bedspread you’re looking to make, feel free to get creative!
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
- Size: make the afghan in any size you like by adjusting the number of squares on your blanket
Decorative
In this category you can find a list of gorgeous doilies and decorative pillows to add a touch of style and comfort to your home!
➤ Crochet Sunflower Doilies
Crochet doilies are some of the most classic crochet projects you can find and they are great projects for meditative crochet. They can be used as decoration on tables or dressers, as a pop of colour for your armchair or even framed as lovely wall art
#1
Dawnglow Doily
Design By: Julia of draiguna.com
Photo Credit: WarmNFuzziesbyAmy on ravelry.com
This Dawnglow Doily is such a stunning crocheted piece, perfect to decorate any space in your home to add a touch of summer sunshine.
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Size: 21.5cm / 8½”
#2
Sunflower Mini Doily
Design By: Raji of rajiscrafthobby.blogspot.com
Photo Credit: rajiscrafthobby.blogspot.com
“This mini doily is an easy doily pattern which can be made in no time at all. Crochet a few for your home and they are the best as gifts to your loved ones. If you are looking for simple, pretty and quick crochet projects, then this is the one.”
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Size: 15cm / 6″
#3
Sunflower Tablemat Doily
Design By: Raji of rajiscrafthobby.blogspot.com
Photo Credit: rajiscrafthobby.blogspot.com
“Sunflowers are always look so happy to look at. They instantly put you in a happy and cheerful mood. In the same way Sunflower Crochet patterns are always great to add a beautifully bright and cheerful addition to your home decor.”
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Size: 38cm / 15″
#4
Sunflower Doily
Design By: doilybox.com
Photo Credit: doilybox.com
This intricate, lacy pattern is a wonderful example of how an easy to work up project can result in a spectacular item that will be a cherished piece of decoration for your home.
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
- Size: 39cm / 15½“ in diameter
➤ Crochet Sunflower Pillows
Crochet pillows are a great home decor piece and they can easily change the decor of any room by adding a pop of colour to your living space.
#1
Sunflower Throw Pillow
Design By: Trista of whiletheydream.com
Photo Credit: whiletheydream.com
“The Sunflower Throw Pillow uses several different stitches to create a beautiful, interesting textured throw pillow. A gorgeous, modern accent piece for your home.”
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Size: 40.5cm / 16″ square
#2
Here Comes the Sunflower Pillow
Design By: Debra Arch of ilikecrochet.com
Photo Credit: ilikecrochet.com
“Luscious layers of golden petals create the stunning sunflower on this gorgeous pillow. The blue background is covered in crocheted sunflower seeds to complete the look.”
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Size: 43cm / 17″ square
Kitchen and Dining
A collection of crochet coaster patterns – to keep your table protected from drink rings, crochet potholder patterns – which make for a gorgeous wall display but they are also very functional, crochet dishcloth patterns – to help make cleaning around the kitchen more fun, and many other crochet patterns to spruce up your kitchen space.
#1
Sunflower Coaster
Design By: Tomoko Hori on youtube.com
Photo Credit: Tomoko Hori
These stunning Sunflower coasters are sure to bring you joy and would also make a lovely gift for your loved ones. The pattern is easy to follow because it comes as a video tutorial to guide you in every step to create this beauty.
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
- Size: 10cm / 4″ in diameter
#2
Sunflower Cup Coaster
Design By: Erica Townsend on ravelry.com
Photo Credit: Erica Townsend
These crochet Sunflower Cup Coasters are a great way to use up scrap yarn and add a touch of sunshine to your home.
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
- Size: finished coaster measures 14cm / 5.5″ wide
#3
Rustic Sunflower Coaster
Design By: Tonya of nanascraftyhome.com
Photo Credit: nanascraftyhome.com
“These coasters are a great way to use up scrap yarn you have on hand and even though they look fantastic, bright and cheerful in sunflower themed colours I think they would also look great in other colours as well!”
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Size: 18cm / 7″ round
#4
Sunflower Power Coasters
Design By: Ira Rott of irarott.com
Photo Credit: irarott.com
Brighten up your kitchen or dinning area with these beautiful crochet sunflower coasters
- Skill Level: Easy
- Size: 20cm / 8″ in diameter
#5
Rustic Sunflower Pot Holder
Design By: Tonya of nanascraftyhome.com
Photo Credit: nanascraftyhome.com
These sunflower potholders will bring brightness and sunshine to your kitchen. Use for serving or give as a gift.
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
- Size: 21.5cm / 8½” round
#6
Vintage Daisy PotHolder
Design By: Maggie Weldon of bestfreecrochet.com
Photo Credit: JennieG on ravelry.com
Even though the crochet pattern is for a Daisy flower, doesn’t it make a FABULOUS Sunflower though?
- Skill Level: Easy
- Size: approx. 15cm / 6″ in diameter
🌻Sunflower Accessories
#1
Crochet Sunflower Brooch
Design By: Cynthia of cynthiabanessa.com
Photo Credit: cynthiabanessa.com
Add a touch of sunshine with this cute crochet sunflower pattern. You can use it as a brooch, dress up a bag or even as a hairclip.
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Size: Sunflower measures 16.5cm / 6½” in diameter
#2
Sweet Summer Sunflower Bag
Design By: Cheryl of crochet365knittoo.com
Photo Credit: crochet365knittoo.com
“The Summer Sunflower bag is a granny square style bag. Easy to make and it looks beautiful in all sorts of colour ways! You might just want to crochet this fun, crochet purse pattern for everyone you know–including yourself!”
- Skill Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
- Size: Purse is 30cm / 11″ wide by 48cm / 19″ tall (including handles)
#3
Sassy Sunflower Crochet Crossbody Bag
Design By: Cheryl of crochet365knittoo.com
Photo Credit: crochet365knittoo.com
“Get your sassy on with your brand new Sassy Sunflower Crossbody Bag you made yourself! Easy to follow pattern with detailed instructions.”
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Size: Finished Bag is approximately 16.5cm / 6.5″ wide by 73.5cm / 29″ tall (including the strap). The bag portion (without the strap) measures 16.5cm / 6.5″ wide by 19cm / 7.5″ tall.
#4
Sunflower Headband
Design By: Kate Veselunka
Photo Credit: Kate Veselunka on ravelry.com
This adorable headband showcases a fresh looking sunflower motif. This cute little ear warmer pattern is super fun for all the sunflower lovers.
- Skill Level: Easy / Advanced Beginner
- Size: not specified
#5
Sunflowers Scarf
Design By: Catherine of lullabylodge.com
Photo Credit: lullabylodge.com
“Inspired by Van Gogh’s famous painting, the Sunflowers Scarf is made from 100% new wool making it super cosy for autumn and winter. Sunflowers always make me feel so happy, I love the cheery brightness of the petals and the intricate honeycomb effect of the seed head. I used 12 Sunflower Granny Squares joined together, with big poofy tassels at the ends. Treat yourself or make a last minute gift for someone you love.”
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Size: Finished granny square measures 16cm / 6¼”
#6
Boho Sunflower Bag
Design By: Melanie Grobler
Photo Credit: Melanie Grobler on ravelry.com
This Boho Sunflower Bag is a free pattern that can be done in just a few hours depending on you skill level. Featuring a big sunflower granny square, it would be perfect for summer festivals. Great stash buster also!
- Skill Level: Easy / Advanced Beginner
- Size: approx. 22cm / 8½“ long and 19cm / 7½” wide (strap adjustable) length does not include the tassels (which you can make any length you like)
I hope you’ve enjoyed this fantastic collection of Free Sunflower Crochet Patterns!
Which one is your favourite pattern?
Until next time …
Happy Crocheting!
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