Brighten up any space with this Amigurumi Sunflower Pillow crochet pattern! With its vibrant petals, soft textured center, and heartwarming “You are my sunshine” embroidery, this cheerful pillow is a perfect way to add a touch of handmade happiness to your home. Whether you’re crafting for a cozy decor accent, creating a thoughtful gift, or simply enjoy making floral-inspired amigurumi, this pattern lets you stitch up a sunflower bursting with warmth and personality! Perfect for bringing a little sunshine indoors, this crochet creation is a delightful blend of comfort and charm. 🌻✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of yellow, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature bee or leaf for extra flair. Craft a classic sunflower pillow with bold golden hues, create a pastel version for a softer aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of garden-inspired amigurumi for a cheerful display! Whether gifted as a heartfelt keepsake, displayed as a cozy accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Sunflower Pillow is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade sunshine to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
🌻 Amigurumi Sunflower Pillow Crochet Pattern
Brighten your space with this adorable sunflower pillow! With textured petals and an uplifting embroidered message, this plush cushion makes a perfect decor accent or heartfelt gift.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Mostly basic stitches with simple embroidery and layering.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 16–18 inches (40–45 cm) in diameter when using super bulky yarn and a 6–8 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Super Bulky Velvet or Chenille Yarn (or Worsted weight doubled)
- Color A: Brown (center)
- Color B: Golden Yellow (petals)
- Color C: Cream or Pale Yellow (text embroidery)
- Hook size: 6.5–8 mm
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Optional: stiff felt or fabric for backing support
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
ch – Chain
🌻 Pillow Center (Make 2 Panels)
With Color A (Brown):
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
- (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
- (6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
- (7 sc, inc) x6 (54)
- (8 sc, inc) x6 (60)
- (9 sc, inc) x6 (66)
- (10 sc, inc) x6 (72)
- (11 sc, inc) x6 (78)
- (12 sc, inc) x6 (84)
- sc around (84)
FO one panel and leave a long tail for sewing. Do not fasten off the second.
🌼 Sunflower Petals (Make 16)
With Color B (Yellow):
- ch 6
- sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc x2, 5 dc in last ch
- Work on the other side: dc x2, hdc, sc
- sl st to beginning, FO and leave a tail
To add texture: Make a second layer of petals in a lighter shade and sew under the first.
🪡 Embroidery – “You Are My Sunshine”
With Color C:
- Using chain stitch or backstitch, embroider each word onto the front panel before assembly.
- Lightly sketch the placement with chalk or erasable pen.
- Use a sharp yarn needle and go slowly to avoid pulling velvet yarn.
🧷 Assembly
- Petal Placement:
- Place petals evenly around the edge of the back panel.
- Pin and sew petals in place using their long yarn tails.
- Join Pillow Panels:
- Place front panel over the back panel with petals sandwiched in between.
- sc around through both panels, enclosing the petals.
- Stuff Firmly:
- Stuff as you go or leave a small gap to fill.
- FO and close securely.
💡 Optional Touches
- Add a felt backing or hidden zipper if desired.
- Lightly block petals for neat shape.
- Add ruffle edging between the panels for more texture.
🌞 Final Thoughts
This sunflower pillow is the perfect reminder that handmade things can brighten the world—just like sunshine. Whether for your own reading nook or gifted to someone you love, it’s sure to bring smiles and warmth!
