Small Crochet Sunflower Pattern

Learning to make this small crochet sunflower pattern is so much fun. These little sunflowers are some of my favorites to make, and the little flowers can be used in so many different ways. Plus, these micro crochet sunflowers are super cute when they are finished, and they provide a little bit of sunshine to enjoy throughout the day.

I just love these tiny crochet sunflowers, because they are so happy and cheerful. It’s difficult to look at them and not crack a smile. There are so many ways you can enjoy using the small sunflowers made with this crochet pattern, I am excited to share several different ideas with you!

Tiny Crochet Sunflower Pattern

These little crochet sunflowers are a great project to make, because they are quite small, and can be completed quickly. They also can be used in a variety of ways. One of my favorite ways to use them is on jewelry, but really, you can use them any way you want!

One of the reasons I love these micro crochet sunflowers is because the bright colors helps to provide a touch of sunshine when the rest of life seems gray and blah. These cheerful little sunflowers bring a bit of happiness to your day.

Let’s get started looking at the instructions on how to make these teeny crochet sunflowers with my free cheerful pattern, beginning with the special stitches used in this pattern, then we will jump into the free crochet pattern to make these small crochet sunflowers.

Special Stitch Used:

When you are ready to make this crochet pattern for mini sunflowers, there are a few basic stitches that you will need to know how to make. These basic stitches are combined to make special stitches that create beautiful little sunflowers. Let’s look at what crochet stitches you will need to know.

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Magic Ring. The magic ring, also known as a magic circle is used as the foundation stitch for any round project. This is the crochet stitch that is best used for starting the center of your little crochet sunflowers. If you think the magic ring is too complicated, you can also use the chain two method, then skip the chain space closest to your hook, and make your stitches in the next chain space. Watch this short video, or read the step-by-step instructions in my easy tutorial.

Slip Stitch. A slip stitch is often used as a way of joining your stitches to the crochet project.

Chain Stitch. The chain stitch is another basic crochet stitch. This is a series of stitches that is often used as the foundation of a project, but in this case, it will help to create the sunflower petals.

Single Crochet. A single crochet stitch is a basic crochet stitch that is used to make the center of the flower. This is a nice stitch, because it is small, and tight, so there aren’t any holes in your project.

Treble Crochet. The treble crochet stitch is a taller stitch, that is also a basic crochet stitch. This stitch is usually three times the height of a single crochet stitch. In this pattern, it will be used to help create the sunflower petals.

Mini Sunflowers: The Free Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Sunflower Pattern – Skill Level

This small crochet sunflower pattern is best for intermediate crocheters, because of the intricacy of the project.

Materials needed:

Yellow crochet thread

Brown crochet thread

Green crochet thread

1.00 mm hook (yes, this is a tiny crochet hook!)

A medium sized blunt point needle

Scissors

A little bit of stuffing (optional)

Abbreviations:

mr – magic ring

sl st – slip stitch

ch – chain stitches

sc – single crochet

dc – double crochet

tr – treble crochet

st/sts – stitch/stitches

BLO – back loop only

FLO – front loop only

How to Crochet a Small Sunflower

Making the Sunflower

Flower Center (brown crochet thread):

Round 1: make a mr, ch 1, make 7 sc sts in the mr. Pull it tight, and join with a sl st. (7 sts)

Round 2: ch 1, 2 sc in the first sc st, then make 2 sc sts in each of the remaining 6 sc sts. Join with a sl st to the first sc st. (14 sts)

Cut the brown thread, leaving a long tail, but do not finish off.

Petals (yellow crochet thread):

Join with yellow crochet tread

Round 3: work your stitches in this round, through the FLO of the sc sts on the last round of the flower center. Ch 1 st, sc in first st, and in the next 2 sts, ch 3 sts, tr in the same st, ch 2 sts, sl st in the 2nd st from your hook, make a tr in the same st as the last tr st, ch 3, sc in the same st as the tr, and in next 2 sts. *ch 3 sts, tr in the next st, ch 2 sts, sl st in the 2nd st from your hook, make a tr in the same st as the last tr sc, ch 3, sc in the same st as the tr, and in the next 2 sts.* Repeat from * to * around, until you reach the last flower petal. Ch 3, tr in the next st, ch 2, sl st in the 2nd ch space from your hook, tr in the same st as the last tr made, ch 3, sc in the last st made. Join with a sl st to the first sc st made in the round.

Round 4: work your stitches in this round, through the BLO of the sc sts on the last round of the flower center, working behind the flower petals just made. Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc in each of the remaining sts around. Join with a sl st to the first st made. (14 sts)

Round 5: This round may be worked through the FLO or using both loops, either way will work. Ch 1 st, sc in first st, and in the next 2 sts, ch 3 sts, tr in the same st, ch 2 sts, sl st in the 2nd st from your hook, make a tr in the same st as the last tr st, ch 3, sc in the same st as the tr, and in next 2 sts. *ch 3 sts, tr in the next st, ch 2 sts, sl st in the 2nd st from your hook, make a tr in the same st as the last tr sc, ch 3, sc in the same st as the tr, and in the next 2 sts.* Repeat from * to * around, until you reach the last flower petal. Ch 3, tr in the next st, ch 2, sl st in the 2nd ch space from your hook, tr in the same st as the last tr made, ch 3, sc in the last st made. Join with a sl st to the first sc st made in the round. Cut the crochet thread and finish off. Weave in any ends of your crochet thread.

Other Sunflower Parts

Flower Back (green crochet thread):

Round 1: make a mr, ch 1, make 7 sc sts in the mr. Pull it tight, and join with a sl st. (7 sts)

Round 2: ch 1, 2 sc in the first sc st, then make 2 sc sts in each of the remaining 6 sc sts. Join with a sl st to the first sc st. (14 sts)

Round 3: ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to the first sc st made. (14 sts)

Cut the green thread, leaving a long tail for sewing and finish off.

Watch this video to see how to make the flowers.

Leaf – Make 2 (green crochet thread):

Round 1: ch 11 sts. Skip the first ch from the hook, and sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in the next 2 sts, hdc in the next st, dc in the next 3 sts, and tr in the next 2 sts, ch 4 sts, sl st in the last ch space. Turn. Ch 4, work 2 tr sts across from tr, dc in the next 3 sts, hdc in the next st, sc in the next 2 sts, sl st in the first sl st made. Finish off and weave in the ends.

Sunflower Assembly

The main part of the sunflower is created as you work on the sunflower center and both layers of sunflower petals. But you will need to attach the backside of the crochet sunflower, and the crochet leaves to the flower.

When you attach the backside of the crochet sunflower, you will want to be especially careful, where you are stitching so that the wrong color doesn’t show through your sunflowers.

To assemble the back of the sunflower, use the green colored crochet thread to sew the green backing onto the backside of the flower. If you want, I sometimes like to add a little bit of stuffing to make it pop, it won’t take much.

After you have the backing sewn on, make sure to weave in any ends of the green color thread so that it’s not hanging out.

Now it’s time to attach the leaves. To do this, you will also want to use a sewing needle and green crochet thread. Sew through the green colored back, to attach the leaves. Sew until they are secured, then finish off and weave in any remaining ends of crochet thread.

Now your small crochet sunflower is finished and ready to use however you want to enjoy it!

Mini Sunflower FAQs

What is crochet thread?

Crochet thread is a special type of thread that you can use to make small or delicate crochet projects out of, rather than using normal yarn. One common brand of crochet thread is Aunt Lydia’s but Hobby Lobby also sells their own store version of the same crochet thread.

You can buy the crochet thread in a variety of colors, and use it to make all kinds of crochet projects. This is the type of crochet thread that is used for micro crochet, as well as crochet doily making.

Why should I use crochet thread instead of yarn?

I prefer to use crochet thread rather than yarn for this small crochet sunflower pattern because it allows you to make a smaller crochet project, that has a nice elegant finish to it. You can still use yarn for this pattern if you wish, but if you do this, your finished project will turn out larger than my little sunflowers did.

What Can I Make with Crochet Sunflowers?

These beautiful little crochet sunflowers make the perfect embellishment for any item. You can use them on cards, gifts, other crochet projects, or even make jewelry out of them. Really, you can make anything you want with these cute little crochet sunflowers.

Can I use a double crochet in place of the treble crochet?

Yes, if you want, you may use a double crochet stitch in place of the treble crochet stitch used to make the sunflower petals. Just know that the petals will turn out to be a little bit smaller. If you decide to use double crochet, then it is best to only chain three stitches, rather than 4, when making the flower petals.

What is micro crochet?

Micro crochet is a type of crochet that uses crochet thread and small crochet hooks, to make very tiny crochet projects. These small sunflowers are a type of micro crochet pattern.

Where can I find such a small crochet hook?

The best place I have found to locate a 1.00 mm crochet hook is Hobby Lobby. My store carries several sizes of super small crochet hook sizes, and they are reasonably priced.

Dwarf Sunflower Crochet Pattern Tips and Tricks

Uses Little Yarn

One of the great things about making these little crochet sunflowers is that you will only need small amounts of yarn, or crochet thread to make a small sunflower.

The Best Yarn to Use

Although you might have your favorite yarn, I would highly recommend that the best yarn to use for this micro crochet sunflower pattern is actually crochet thread. You can find this at your local craft store in a variety of different colors.

Micro Crochet Sunflower

Now that you know how to make small crochet sunflowers following this free crochet pattern, you can get started making these adorable little sunflowers. I hope that you will enjoy making these little flowers! I have found them to be quite addictive to make.

Thank you so much for stopping by to check out my small crochet sunflower pattern! I hope that you will give it a try, and enjoy making these little flowers!

Happy Crocheting!

More Free Crochet Patterns

If you love sunflowers, you might also enjoy my free sunflower coaster pattern, as well as learning how to crochet a sunflower! The sunflower coasters are a fun addition to your home decor and can be displayed on your living room coffee table to bring a bit of cheerfulness your way. These coasters are a very easy crochet flower pattern to follow.

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Materials

Yellow crochet thread
Brown crochet thread
Green crochet thread
1.00 mm hook yes, this is a tiny crochet hook!
A medium sized blunt point needle
Scissors
A little bit of stuffing optional