Bring the elegance of nature to life with the Amigurumi Peony🌸✨, a crochet project that captures the delicate beauty of this beloved flower. With its layered petals, soft textures, and graceful shape, this pattern allows you to craft a stunning bloom that never fades. Whether you choose gentle pastels, rich jewel tones, or classic pinks, each stitch adds dimension and charm. Perfect for decorating spaces, gifting to loved ones, or adding a floral touch to your amigurumi collection, this peony is a timeless symbol of beauty and creativity.
🧶🌿 This free crochet pattern offers a rewarding blend of detail and simplicity, making it a wonderful project for both beginners and experienced crocheters. From shaping the petals to assembling the bloom, every step is an artistic journey that brings the peony’s signature elegance to life. Whether you make a single flower or craft an entire bouquet, this amigurumi peony lets you weave your creativity into every stitch. Grab your yarn, hook, and a touch of floral inspiration—it’s time to crochet a bloom that lasts forever! 💕🌸
🌸 Amigurumi Peony Crochet Pattern
Add a soft floral charm to your handmade collection with this beautifully layered amigurumi peony! With realistic petal shaping and a plush green base, this elegant flower is perfect as a gift, decor item, or a serene desk companion. Its layered structure gives it a lifelike bloom effect, making it a favorite among flower lovers. 🌿💕
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves petal shaping, layered assembly, and sculpting techniques.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 15 cm (6 inches) wide and 10 cm (4 inches) tall when made with worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (Worsted weight):
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Pink (Peony petals)
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Green (Base leaves)
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Crochet hook: 3.5 mm
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Polyfill stuffing
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🌸 Peony Center
Use Pink yarn. Work in continuous rounds.
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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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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–12. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
– Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
🌺 Peony Petals (Make 7 Large + 5 Medium)
Large Petal (Make 7):
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Ch 7
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Starting in 2nd ch: sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc (6 sts)
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Turn and sl st around the petal edge
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Medium Petal (Make 5):
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Ch 5
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Starting in 2nd ch: sc, hdc, dc, hdc (4 sts)
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Turn and sl st around
FO, leave tail.
Sew the medium petals around the center first, followed by the large petals overlapping behind them.
🌿 Green Base (Make 6 Rounded Leaves)
Use 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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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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sc around (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
FO and stuff lightly.
Sew the leaves tightly together in a circular base and attach the peony bloom on top.
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Use your hands to gently sculpt the flower shape.
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Weave in all yarn ends securely.
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Optional: Add blush with soft fabric paint or pastel for a more realistic petal tone.
💡 Customization Ideas
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Create multiple peonies in pastel, ivory, or deep red shades for a bouquet
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Add floral wire to the base if you want to insert it in a vase
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Embellish with small faux dew drops for a whimsical effect
This blooming peony will never wilt—just smiles and soft beauty all year round! 🌸🧵
