This crochet white sunflower applique combines a yellow center, six white petals, and a green stem and leaf. Its flat, compact shape makes it suitable for decorating accessories and other crochet projects, and the pattern uses basic stitches that beginners can practice. Set aside about 20 minutes to crochet the flower, leaf, and stem; allow extra time if you are new to the stitches or need to assemble the pieces carefully.
The pattern is written in US crochet terms and includes a video tutorial for additional guidance. Before starting, gather the three yarn colors and a 2.0 mm hook. A stitch marker can help you keep track of rounds, especially when working into a small magic ring.
If you would like to try a different floral design, you could also explore patterns for a yellow sunflower applique, a small pink flower applique, or a crochet tulip applique.
Ways to Use a Crochet White Sunflower Applique
Once finished, the small flower can be used as a decoration on hairpins, brooches, or bookmarks. It can also add a floral detail to crochet clothing, bags, and hats. For a neat result, position the flower and leaf on the project before attaching them, so you can check their placement and orientation.
Materials and Pattern Notes
Gather these materials before you begin:
- Yarn in yellow, white, and green
- 2.0 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Darning needle
- Stitch marker
- Hot-melt adhesive
This pattern uses US crochet terminology. A video tutorial is available as extra guidance. If you plan to attach the applique to an item that will be washed, consider whether adhesive is suitable for that item and follow the adhesive’s safety and care instructions.
Stitches and Abbreviations
- sc: single crochet
- ch: chain stitch
- ss: slip stitch
- dc: double crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
A stitch marker and careful counting can be helpful when repeating stitches around the flower center. The instructions below retain the pattern’s stated stitch sequence.
How to Crochet the White Sunflower Applique
Flower: Yellow Center and White Petals
With yellow yarn, begin with a magic ring. Work the center in rounds:
- Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring, then 1 ss and 1 ch.
- Round 2: Work 2 sc in the next stitch, 6 times; then 1 ss and 1 ch.
- Round 3: Repeat 1 sc and 2 sc in the next stitch, 6 times.
- Round 4: Change to white yarn. Repeat the following sequence 6 times: in the same stitch, work 1 ss, 2 ch, and 1 dc; work 2 dc in the next stitch; then, in the same stitch, work 1 dc, 2 ch, and 1 ss.
Keep the yarn change at the start of the petal round tidy. If needed, use the darning needle to secure yarn ends once the flower is complete.
Leaf: Green Yarn
With green yarn, make a foundation chain of 12 ch. Starting in the second stitch from the hook, work the following sequence along the chain: (1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc), 1 ss, 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, then 3 sc in the last stitch.
Continue along the other side of the foundation chain: 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, 1 ss, 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, and 1 sc. Check that the leaf lies flat before joining it to the flower.
Stem: Green Yarn
Make a foundation chain of 12 ch. Starting in the vertical bar behind the second stitch from the hook, work 11 hdc, then 1 ch.
Assembly
Use hot-melt adhesive to stick the stem together, as directed in the pattern. Arrange the flower, leaf, and stem in the desired position before attaching them to a project. Handle hot adhesive carefully and let it cool fully before using or wearing the finished decoration.
Your small white sunflower applique is ready. You can experiment with other yarn colors, including multicolor yarn, to coordinate the flower with a particular decoration project. Keep the same stitch instructions if you want to preserve the original flower shape.
Crochet White Sunflower Applique: Free Pattern Summary
This is a flat crochet pattern with an easy difficulty level. It uses yellow yarn for the center, white yarn for six petals, and green yarn for the leaf and stem. The pattern is written in US terms, and the complete stitch instructions are provided above. Use the video tutorial for additional visual guidance as you work through the rounds and shaping.
For a tidy finish, count stitches as you go, weave in yarn ends with a darning needle, and check the placement of each piece before attaching the applique. The crochet white sunflower applique can then be used as a small decorative detail on accessories or other crochet projects.
