Welcome to this bright and cheerful Sunflower Granny Square pattern! This intermediate-level project creates delightful 3" x 3" squares featuring dimensional sunflowers with textured petals. Available in two stunning variations - classic orange petals with cream border or cheerful yellow with lime green - these squares bring summer sunshine to your crochet all year round.
Perfect for blankets, pillow covers, or even a garden-themed tote bag, these sunflower squares work up quickly and add a touch of nature's beauty to any project. Mix and match your border colors to create different garden moods!
Ready to grow your own crochet garden? Follow our detailed, step-by-step instructions with clear photos to create these happy blooms!
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Recommended Yarn and Crochet Hooks
Let me share my favorite yarn choice for these cheerful sunflower squares! Loopara milk cotton yarn creates perfect sunflower petals with its excellent stitch definition and natural sheen. The yarn's sturdy yet soft texture helps your dimensional flower details stand out beautifully while maintaining their shape.
For a classic sunflower look, choose rich brown for the center, vibrant orange or sunshine yellow for the petals, and either cream or lime green for the border - these colors capture that perfect garden-fresh feel. Try different border colors to create various moods: cream for elegance, lime green for summer vibrancy. The yarn's consistent texture ensures each petal looks crisp and clear.
A 2.0mm hook pairs perfectly with this yarn, creating tight, neat stitches that define your sunflower's details beautifully. What makes this yarn perfect for granny squares? Beyond its beautiful stitch definition, it holds its shape wonderfully, and the colors stay vibrant through multiple washes. Plus, the cotton content means your squares are both durable and soft!
Materials needed for Easy Sunflower Granny Square
- Yarn– Loopara 4ply combed cotton (Apricot 05, Yellow 44 and Brown 87)
- Hook- 2.0mm
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch - chain
- dc - double crochet
- sl - slip stitch
- tr – treble crochet
- 2-tr bo – 2 treble crochet bobble
- 3-tr bo – 3 treble crochet bobble
How to Crochet an Easy Sunflower Granny Square – Step by Step
Round 1: Create magic ring. Chain 3, chain 1. Work (double crochet, chain 1) repeat 11 times. Join with slip stitch to top of beginning chain-3.
Round 2: Chain 4. Work bobble stitch with 2 treble crochet, chain 3. Work (bobble stitch with 3 treble crochet, chain 3) repeat 11 times. Join with slip stitch to top of beginning chain-4.
Round 3: Work (chain 3, 2 double crochet, chain 1, 3 double crochet). Work (3 double crochet) repeat 2 times. [(3 double crochet, chain 1, 3 double crochet), (3 double crochet), (3 double crochet)] repeat 3 times. Join with slip stitch to top of beginning chain-3.
Round 4: Work (chain 3, 2 double crochet, chain 1, 3 double crochet). Work (3 double crochet) repeat 3 times. [(3 double crochet, chain 1, 3 double crochet), (3 double crochet), (3 double crochet), (3 double crochet)] repeat 3 times. Join with slip stitch to top of beginning chain-3.
Tips: Keep bobble stitches tight for defined petals. Mark beginning of each round. Count stitches to maintain square shape. Make corner chains loose enough to lay flat.
How to Join Granny Squares
Granny squares are perfect for bags, clothing, and blankets. If you're thinking of making one with those squares, I'm excited to share my comprehensive guide on 11 Ways to Join Granny Squares with you! I've detailed every method I know and love - each brings its own special touch to your finished piece. Let me help you discover which one works best for you!
How to Change Colors in a Granny Square
Are you looking for a different color palette? I totally get it—it’s why I love crochet! If you’re not crazy about our color palette, I put together two color-changing techniques that I use for all of my projects. Let me show you how to make these color transitions smooth and professional so you can bring your unique, creative vision to life.
How to Weave in Ends Crochet Granny Square
The secret for professional-looking granny squares is all about how you weave in those ends. I'm sharing 3 ways to weave in ends with you! These are techniques I've perfected over years of crocheting and use in all my projects. I'll show you exactly how I secure my ends to make sturdy, polished pieces that last. Trust me, once you master these finishing methods, your granny squares will look absolutely stunning!
Care instructions
Treat your sunflower squares like the garden treasures they are! Hand wash in lukewarm water (30°C/86°F) using mild wool detergent. Never wring or twist, as this could distort your dimensional bobble-stitch petals. Instead, gently squeeze out excess water and reshape while damp, paying special attention to fluffing up the bobble stitches that form your sunflower petals. These special stitches need extra care to maintain their cheerful, dimensional appearance.
Store your sunny squares in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight that could fade those vibrant yellows and oranges. When stacking multiple squares, place acid-free tissue paper between them to protect the raised bobble stitches. A breathable cotton storage bag makes an ideal home for your squares, as natural fibers need air circulation. Think of it as giving your sunflowers their own garden bed!
To maintain your squares' fresh-picked look, block them gently after each wash. Pin out corners evenly and fluff the petals to maintain their shape. Add a splash of white vinegar to the final rinse to keep yellows bright and oranges vivid. For long-term storage, refold occasionally to prevent permanent creases, treating each square as preciously as a real sunflower in your garden.
What’s Next?
Bring endless summer to your crochet! Just finished this sunny Sunflower Granny Square? Share your blooming creation on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, or Twitter! Use #SunflowerGrannySquare to join our crochet garden. Whether you're a flower lover or pattern explorer, your sunny creativity can inspire others. Let's make social media bloom!
