Welcome to the bright and cheerful world of amigurumi! 🌼✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Daffodil—a vibrant and uplifting creation perfect for flower lovers, springtime décor enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys crafting delicate and expressive plush designs! 🧶 Whether you love stitching up botanical beauties, experimenting with layered petals, or simply want to add a radiant daffodil to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with a trumpet-shaped bloom, soft petals, and a touch of floral charm! 🌿
This design embraces sunny yellows, fresh greens, and intricate shaping to bring a lively and joyful presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Daffodil turns out just right—ready to brighten up your collection or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out vibrant hues, and let’s stitch up a stunning daffodil! 🌼
🌼 Amigurumi Daffodil Crochet Pattern
Brighten your day with this delightful amigurumi daffodil! Perfect for spring decor, gifts, or bouquets that never wilt, this cheerful bloom features realistic petal shaping, a fluted trumpet, and a sturdy stem. Crochet a bunch and bring the garden indoors!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves petal shaping, working in the round, and basic sewing assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) tall with DK or worsted weight yarn and 2.5–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):
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Yellow (outer petals)
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Orange or deep yellow (trumpet/corona)
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Green (stem & leaves)
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Optional: brown or black for stamen detail
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Crochet Hook: 2.5–3.5 mm
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Tapestry needle
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Floral wire or pipe cleaner for shaping stem
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Stitch marker
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Scissors
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Optional: small amount of stuffing for the trumpet
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
hdc – Half Double Crochet
dc – Double Crochet
tr – Treble Crochet
FO – Fasten Off
🌼 Petals (Make 6)
With yellow yarn:
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Ch 9
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Starting from second ch: sc, hdc, dc, dc, tr, tr, dc, hdc (8 sts)
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Ch 1, turn, hdc, dc, tr, tr, dc, dc, hdc, sc (8 sts)
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FO with a long tail for sewing
Repeat 6 times and set aside.
🌼 Trumpet (Corona)
With orange yarn:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18) -
(1 sc, inc) x9 (27)
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sl st, sc, hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc repeat around (ruffled edge)
FO and leave a long tail for attaching
Optional: lightly stuff inside trumpet
🌿 Sepal Base
With green yarn:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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sc around (24)
FO with tail for attaching stem
🌿 Stem
With green yarn:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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sc around continuously until approx. 6–7 inches (15–18 cm)
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Insert wire or pipe cleaner inside as you go
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FO, leave tail
🌿 Leaves (Make 2–3)
With green yarn:
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Ch 28
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Starting from second ch: sl st, sc x3, hdc x5, dc x5, tr x5, dc x5, hdc x2, sc, sl st
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FO, leave tail
✂️ Assembly
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Sew the 6 petals around the back edge of the trumpet evenly
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Attach the trumpet to the center of the sepal base
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Sew the petal-trumpet structure to the stem top
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Add leaves to the bottom or sides of stem
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Shape flower gently and use wire in stem for stability
💡 Customization Tips
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Use pastel tones for a soft spring bouquet
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Add extra texture to the trumpet with front-post stitches
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Make a mini version with fine thread and a smaller hook
This blooming daffodil is a joyful way to celebrate the season or gift someone a forever flower! 🌼💛