Welcome to our cheerful Sunflower Granny Square pattern! This intermediate-level project creates vibrant 5-inch squares featuring a dimensional sunflower with realistic layered petals in sunny oranges and yellows, complemented by fresh green leaves against a crisp white background.
Perfect for summer blankets, garden-themed cushions, or bright market bags, these sunflower squares bring the warmth of a summer garden into your home. Mix different shades of yellows and oranges for petals to create a field of unique blooms!
Ready to bring some sunshine to your crochet? Follow our detailed, step-by-step instructions with clear photos to create these happy sunflowers!
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Recommended Yarn and Crochet Hooks
Loopara milk cotton yarn is the perfect choice for bringing these cheerful sunflowers to life! Its excellent stitch definition captures every petal detail beautifully, while the yarn's natural sheen adds a lovely glow to your flowers. The cotton blend provides just the right structure to help your dimensional petals stand proudly while maintaining their delicate appearance.
For an authentic sunflower look, choose rich brown for the center, vibrant orange and golden yellow for the petals, and fresh green for the leaves. The crisp white background makes your flower pop beautifully. The yarn's consistent texture ensures smooth color transitions while maintaining the dimensional effect of the layered petals.
A 2.3mm hook pairs perfectly with this yarn, creating tight, neat stitches that define each petal clearly. This hook size helps maintain the square shape while giving enough structure for the 3D flower effect. The yarn's practical benefits - color-fastness and durability - make it perfect for projects that will brighten your space through many seasons of use.
Materials needed for Sunflower Granny Square
- Yarn– Loopara 4ply combed cotton (Beige 03, Green 15, Yellow 44, Orange 49, Brown 87 and Brown 89)
- Hook- 2.3mm
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch - chain
- dc - double crochet
- sc - single crochet
- sl - slip stitch
- hdc - half double crochet
- Magic Ring
- popcorn st - popcorn stitch
- picot - picot stitch
- BLO - back loop only
How to Crochet a Sunflower Granny Square – Step by Step
Round 1: Create magic ring. Chain 3, work 11 double crochet in ring. Join with slip stitch.
Round 2: Change color. Work (chain 3, 3 double crochet popcorn). Work (chain 1, 4 double crochet popcorn) repeat 11 times. Chain 1, slip stitch. Fasten off.
Round 3: Change color. Work (chain 4, slip stitch). Work (slip stitch, chain 3, slip stitch) repeat 10 times. Slip stitch, chain 3, slip stitch in first chain.
Round 4: Chain 1. Work (single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, chain 2 picot, double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet) repeat 12 times. Join with slip stitch.
Round 5: Chain 1. [Slip stitch in back loop of round 3, chain 6, slip stitch in 4th chain from hook, chain 2, slip stitch in back loop of round 3] repeat 12 times. Join with slip stitch.
Round 6: Change color. Work (chain 2, 3 double crochet, chain 2 picot, 3 double crochet, half double crochet). [Slip stitch in 2 back loops below picot of round 4, work (half double crochet, 3 double crochet, chain 2 picot, 3 double crochet, half double crochet)] repeat 11 times. Slip stitch in 2 back loops below picot of round 4. Join with slip stitch.
Round 7: Chain 2. [Slip stitch in chain-2 space of round 5, chain 8, slip stitch in 6th chain from hook, chain 2, slip stitch in chain-2 space of round 5] repeat 12 times. Join with slip stitch.
Round 8: Change color. [Chain 3, 4 double crochet, chain 2 picot, 5 double crochet]. [Slip stitch in 2 back loops below picot of round 6, work (5 double crochet, chain 2 picot, 5 double crochet)] repeat 11 times. Slip stitch in 2 back loops below picot of round 6. Join with slip stitch.
Round 9: Change color. [Chain 4, slip stitch in double crochet of round 8, chain 2, slip stitch in double crochet of round 8, chain 4, slip stitch in back loop of round 8, chain 5, slip stitch in 2 loops below picot of round 8, chain 4 picot, chain 5, slip stitch in back loop of round 8] repeat 4 times. Join with slip stitch.
Round 10: Slip stitch, chain 4. [(Double crochet, chain) repeat 7 times, (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet), (chain, double crochet) repeat 4 times, chain] repeat 3 times. Work (double crochet, chain) repeat 7 times, (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet), (chain, double crochet) repeat 3 times, chain. Join with slip stitch.
Round 11: Chain 1. [18 single crochet, (single crochet, chain 2, single crochet), 9 single crochet] repeat 4 times. Join with slip stitch.
Round 12: Chain 3. [18 double crochet, (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet), 11 double crochet] repeat 3 times. Work 18 double crochet, (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet), 10 double crochet. Join with slip stitch. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Tips: Keep popcorn stitches tight for defined center. Maintain consistent tension for even petals. Use stitch markers to track rounds. Block gently to maintain sunflower shape.
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
Give your sunflower squares the same gentle care you'd give to real blooms. Hand wash in lukewarm water (30°C/86°F) using mild wool detergent, letting your squares soak softly. Never wring or twist, as this could distort the dimensional petals and popcorn stitch center. Instead, gently squeeze out excess water and reshape while damp, paying special attention to the layered petals and center detail.
Store your sunshine 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 popcorn centers and dimensional petals. A breathable cotton storage bag makes the perfect home for your squares - think of it as a greenhouse for your yarn flowers! This allows air circulation while keeping dust at bay.
To maintain your sunflowers' cheerful appearance over time, block them gently after each wash. Pin out the corners evenly and shape the petals carefully to maintain their natural curve. Add a splash of white vinegar to the final rinse to keep yellows bright and prevent color bleeding. For long-term storage, refold occasionally to prevent permanent creases, treating each sunflower square as a cherished bloom in your crochet garden.
What’s Next?
Bring endless summer to your crochet! Just finished this cheerful Sunflower Granny Square? Share your sunny creation on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, or Twitter! Use #SunflowerGrannySquare to join our crochet garden. Whether you're a flower lover or pattern explorer, your blooming creativity can inspire others. Let's make social media brighter!
