Creating an amigurumi dahlia is like weaving a little piece of joy with yarn and a crochet hook. 🌸 The appeal of amigurumi, especially flower patterns like the dahlia, lies in their delightful transformation from simple skeins of yarn into vibrant, three-dimensional works of art. It’s amazing how these small, intricately designed creations can bring a burst of color and a smile to anyone’s face. As I work on each petal, I find myself enchanted by the process—it’s almost therapeutic. The gentle rhythms of hooking and looping offer a serene escape, turning what was once a hobby into a cherished ritual.
The magic begins with choosing my favorite shades of yarn, picking vibrant pinks, rich purples, or sunny yellows that mimic nature’s palette. 🧶 Each step of the pattern, from the magic ring that forms the flower’s center to the delicate layers of petals, is a satisfying journey. There’s something incredibly rewarding about watching the dahlia take shape under my fingers. Assembling the final product, seeing how each petal fits perfectly into the next, always fills me with a sense of accomplishment. These little creations aren’t just decorative—they’re a testament to patience, creativity, and the simple joys of making something beautiful by hand.
🌼 Amigurumi Dahlia Flower Crochet Pattern
A sculptural dahlia with layered puff buds and a strong upright stem. This botanical amigurumi is designed as a decorative tabletop flower, perfect for shelves, desks, and gift displays.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate — puff stitch clusters, shaping, and assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 22–25 cm (8.5–10 inches) tall
Flower head diameter: ~9–10 cm (3.5–4 inches)
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Worsted Weight / Category 4)
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Mustard Yellow – flower head
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Sage Green – stem and leaves
Tools
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3.0 mm crochet hook
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Optional: wooden disc or cardboard base
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
ps – puff stitch (yarn over, insert, pull up loop) x4, yarn over pull through all loops
FO – fasten off
🌼 Flower Core Sphere
This is the inner structure the buds are sewn onto.
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
R7: (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
R8: (6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
R9–14: sc around (48)
R15: (6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
R16: (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
R17: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
R18: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff firmly
R19: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
R20: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
R21: dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
You now have a perfect round sphere.
🌸 Puff Buds (Make 45–55)
Each bud is a small oval pillow.
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3–5: sc around (12)
Stuff lightly
R6: (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
R7: (sc, dec) x3 (6)
FO, close.
Make approximately 50 buds.
They should be dense, oval, and firm.
🌼 Bud Placement (Spiral Layout)
Sew buds onto the sphere starting from the top center.
Arrange in spiral rows, each row offset like sunflower seeds:
• Center bud on top
• Surround with ring of 6
• Next ring: 10–12
• Continue until entire sphere is covered
Buds must touch tightly with no gaps.
This creates the plush, dimensional surface seen in the photo.
🌿 Stem
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: (sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3: sc around (9)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
R5–26: sc around (12)
Stuff firmly
R27: (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
R28: sc around (9)
R29: (sc, dec) x3 (6)
FO, flatten base.
🍃 Leaves (Make 2)
Ch 14
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch, hdc, dc x2, tr x4, dc x2, hdc, sc
Row 2: ch 1, turn, sc, hdc, dc x2, tr x4, dc x2, hdc, sc
Row 3: ch 1, turn, sc across
Edge: sc evenly around, placing 3 sc in tip.
FO.
🌱 Leaf Stems (Make 2)
R1: MR, 5 sc
R2–9: sc around (5)
FO.
Sew leaf to stem.
🧩 Assembly
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Sew stem into base of flower sphere
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Attach both leaf stems to main stem
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Angle leaves outward like the photo
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Optionally glue base to wooden disc
🌟 Final Touch
Your dahlia is now complete — a lush golden bloom built from dozens of plush buds arranged in perfect spirals, standing tall on a strong stem with elegant leaves. The sculptural texture and rounded floral dome replicate the reference piece exactly, giving you a striking botanical amigurumi that looks just as beautiful from every angle.
This flower will never wilt, never fade, and will bring warmth and charm to any space all year round 🌼✨
Happy crocheting!
