Crochet Sunflower Frog Pattern Perfect For Spring

Instantly Uplift Decor with with this Crochet Sunflower Frog Pattern, perfect for adding a touch of warmth and creativity to any space.

The allure of Crochet Sunflower Frog Pattern lies in its ability to turn ordinary yarn into bursts of golden beauty. This pattern not only adds charm and warmth to your living space but also offers a soothing, meditative experience as you work each stitch. Infused with the symbolic essence of positivity and cheer, these crochet amigurumi sunflowers can be used to enliven a cushion, string into a delightful garland, or as an eye-catching embellishment for a bag.

Their versatility invites endless creative uses, and the simplicity of the pattern makes it an excellent starting point for beginners eager to enhance their crochet skills. Each completed sunflower is a testament to patience and creativity, rewarding you with a handmade piece that brightens any environment.

How To Crochet Sunflower Frog

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Baby Snuggle Yarn and Honey Bunny Yarn (lime green, yellow, and white)
• Crochet Hook: 5.5 mm
• Accessories: Darning needle, stitch marker, scissors, 12 mm safety eyes, fabric pins, and fiberfill

Step 1: Creating the Frog's Body

1. Begin with Magic Ring:
   • Use color A (green) and make a magic ring.
   • Crochet 8 single crochets into the ring and pull tight.
2. Round 2:
   • Do an increase stitch (2 single crochets in one stitch) in each stitch around.
   • You should have 16 stitches at the end of this round.
3. Round 3:
   • Crochet 1 single crochet followed by an increase stitch.
   • Repeat 8 times for a total of 24 stitches.
4. Round 4:
   • Crochet one single crochet in each stitch around (total of 24 stitches).
5. Round 5:
   • Crochet 3 single crochets, followed by an increase stitch.
   • Repeat 6 times for a total of 30 stitches.
6. Rounds 6-10:
   • Crochet 30 single crochet stitches in each round.
7. Round 11:
   • Crochet 3 single crochets followed by a decrease stitch.
   • Repeat 6 times for a total of 24 stitches.
8. Round 12:
   • Crochet 1 single crochet in each stitch around (total of 24 stitches).
9. Round 13:
   • Crochet 2 single crochets followed by a decrease stitch.
   • Repeat 6 times for a total of 18 stitches.
10. Round 14:
    • Crochet 1 single crochet in each stitch around (total of 18 stitches).
11. Round 15:
    • Crochet 1 single crochet followed by a decrease stitch.
    • Repeat 6 times for a total of 12 stitches.
12. Round 16:
    • Crochet decrease stitches all the way around till 6 stitches remain.
    • Fasten off and close the hole using a darning needle.

Step 2: Making the Eyes

1. Begin with Magic Ring:
   • Use color A (green) and make a magic ring.
   • Crochet 6 single crochets into the ring.
2. Round 2:
   • Do an increase stitch in each stitch around (total of 12 stitches).
3. Rounds 3-4:
   • Crochet 1 single crochet in each stitch around (total of 12 stitches).
4. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
5. Attach Safety Eyes between rounds 3 and 4.
6. Stuff the eyes lightly.

Step 3: Attaching the Eyes

1. Placement:
   • Position the eyes between rounds 2 to 5 on the frog’s body.
   • Use fabric pins to secure the placement.
2. Sewing:
   • Sew the eyes onto the body and secure with knots.
   • Weave in the ends.

Step 4: Adding the Belly Plate

1. Create the Plate:
   • Use color C (white) and make a magic ring with 6 single crochets.
   • Follow with rounds of increasing single crochets:
     • Round 2: Increase in each stitch (12 stitches)
     • Round 3: Single crochet and increase (18 stitches)
     • Round 4: Single crochet in each stitch (18 stitches)
2. Attach to Body:
   • Position belly plate on rounds 7 to 12.
   • Secure with pins, sew onto the body, and weave in ends.

Step 5: Eye and Mouth Detailing

1. Add Eye Details:
   • Stitch white yarn highlights to create a sparkle effect.
2. Add Smile:
   • Use black yarn to create a smile between rounds 3 and 4.

Step 6: Making the Arms

1. Begin with Magic Ring:
   • Use green yarn and make a magic ring with 6 single crochets.
2. Round 2:
   • Do 1 single crochet in each stitch (total of 6 stitches).
3. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
4. Attach Arms:
   • Position on rounds 7 and 8, below the eyes, about 4 stitches from the belly plate.

Step 7: Making the Legs

1. Begin with Magic Ring:
   • Use green yarn and make a magic ring with 8 single crochets.
2. Rounds 2-3:
   • Do 1 single crochet in each stitch (total of 8 stitches).
3. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
4. Attach Legs:
   • Position on rounds 11 to 13, directly below the arms.

Step 8: Making the Sunflower Petals

1. Begin with Magic Ring:
   • Use yellow yarn and make a magic ring with 4 single crochets.
2. Rounds 2-6:
   • Follow pattern of single crochets and increases:
     • Round 2: Single crochet and increase (total of 6 stitches)
     • Round 3: Single crochet 2 and increase (total of 9 stitches)
     • Round 4: Single crochet 3 and increase (total of 12 stitches)
     • Round 5-6: Single crochet in each stitch (total of 12 stitches)
3. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
4. Make 8-9 additional petals.

Step 9: Attaching the Sunflower Petals

1. Position Petals:
   • Place the first petal centered between the eyes.
2. Sewing:
   • Secure each petal with fabric pins.
   • Attach well by sewing them on and weaving in ends.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You've now created an adorable sunflower frog. This crochet project is perfect for any skill level and makes for an exceptional handmade gift or decoration. Enjoy your new cute creation!

Tip

For an even more durable and neater finish, consider using a slightly smaller crochet hook when sewing parts together to ensure tighter and more secure stitches.