Incredibly beautiful crochet “Sunflower” motif.
Creating a beautiful crochet sunflower square motif is a delightful project that adds a touch of sunny cheer to any crochet piece. Below, I’ve outlined a detailed step-by-step tutorial to help you create your sunflower square motif.
Materials:
- Yarn: Yellow (for petals), Brown (for the center), and Green (for the square background)
- Crochet hook: Suitable for the yarn you choose
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- tr: treble crochet
- st(s): stitch(es)
- sp: space
Instructions:
Sunflower Center (using Brown yarn):
- Magic Ring: Start with a magic ring.
- Round 1: ch 2 (counts as first hdc), 11 hdc in the ring. Join with a sl st to the top of the first hdc. (12 hdc)
- Round 2: ch 2, hdc in the same st, 2 hdc in each st around. Join with a sl st to the top of the first hdc. (24 hdc)
- Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Petals (using Yellow yarn):
- Round 3: Attach yellow yarn to any hdc from Round 2.
- ch 2 (counts as first hdc), 2 hdc in the same st, ch 2, sl st in the same st (first petal made).
- In the next st: sl st, ch 2, 2 hdc, ch 2, sl st (repeat for each st around).
- You should have 24 petals. Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Tips:
- Ensure your tension is consistent throughout the project.
- Use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds if necessary.
- Block the finished motif to straighten and smooth the edges.
This sunflower motif can be used as a single decorative piece or joined with others to create a larger project like a blanket, pillow cover, or wall hanging. Enjoy your crocheting!
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Incredibly beautiful crochet “Sunflower” motif.
