Beautiful Crochet Sunflower Pillow Pattern Step By Step

Warm and cheerful ambiance with our “Free Crochet Sunflower Pillow Pattern” — a delightful and cozy accent that brings sunshine and charm to your decor!

This delightful pattern incorporates the bright and vibrant sunflower design, making your crochet project both charming and functional. With clear and detailed instructions, it’s suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned enthusiasts. The pillow adds a vibrant pop of color to any room, instantly enhancing the aesthetic with its realistic sunflower petals and textured center.

Crochet Sunflower Pillow

Made with thick yarn, this pillow provides comfort while serving as a standout decorative piece. Customize your crochet pillow with your favorite shades of yellow, brown, and green to match your decor style. This pattern is an excellent way to bring a touch of nature indoors, creating a cozy yet stylish atmosphere.

Tip:

Use a stitch marker to keep track of rounds and ensure your sunflower pillow maintains its shape.

Materials Needed

• Size 7 jumbo yarn in yellow (2 skeins) and terracotta (1 skein)
• 10mm crochet hook (can use 8-9mm if preferred)
• Stitch marker
• Fiberfill stuffing (e.g., polyfill)

Petal (Make 10)

1. Start with a slip knot and chain 2.
2. Do 6 single crochets in the second chain from the hook. Close the center hole tightly.
3. Increase around by doing 2 single crochets in each stitch for a total of 12 stitches.
4. Insert stitch marker and do 12 single crochets around (1 in each stitch).
5. 2 single crochets, 1 increase repeat 4 times around.
6. 3 single crochets, 1 increase repeat 4 times around.
7. 4 single crochets, 1 increase repeat 4 times.
8. Single crochet in each stitch around for 3 rounds.
9. 2 single crochets, 1 decrease repeat 6 times around.
10. 1 single crochet, 1 decrease repeat 6 times.
11. Single crochet in each stitch around for 1 round.
12. Finish off and weave in the tail.
13. Stuff each petal with fiberfill until full but not over-stuffed.

Center of the Flower

1. Start with a slip knot, chain 2, and do 6 single crochets in the second chain from the hook. Pull the center hole tight.
2. Increase 6 times around.
3. 1 single crochet, 1 increase repeat 6 times.
4. 3 single crochets, 1 increase repeat 6 times (stagger increases to maintain round shape on even rounds).
5. 4 single crochets, 1 increase repeat 6 times (stagger increases).
6. 5 single crochets, 1 increase repeat 6 times.
7. 6 single crochets, 1 increase repeat 6 times (stagger increases).
8. 7 single crochets, 1 increase repeat 6 times.
9. 8 single crochets, 1 increase repeat 6 times (stagger increases).
10. Single crochet in each stitch around for 1 round.

Assembling the Pillow

1. Using the no-sew method, flatten a petal and attach it to the center by doing 6 single crochets through both the petal and the center.
2. Repeat the process to attach all 10 petals around the center.
3. Continue with single crochet rounds around the center.
4. Start decreasing rounds by 8 single crochets, 1 decrease repeat 6 times, and continue decreasing each round by reducing the number of single crochets between decreases.
5. Halfway through the final decrease rounds, stuff the center firmly but without over-stuffing.
6. Finish decreasing to close the center, weave the tail through the front loops of the remaining stitches, pull tight, and secure the end.