Crochet Daffodil | Free Crochet Pattern

Blooming from this free crochet daffodil amigurumi pattern are all the sunny scenes of sweet springtime—the smell of rain riding in on a traveling wind, freshly turned soil thawing to allow the passage of new sprouts, and flocks of homesick birds returning from their winter vacations.

While you bask in the fresh floral breeze of sunny springtime, there’s no better way to celebrate the rebirth of the earth than with this free crochet daffodil amigurumi pattern!

So, without further ado, here is the pattern for the Daffodil Cutie, part 1 of 9 in the Flower Cuties collection!

Pattern Information | Free Crochet Daffodil Amigurumi

This free crochet daffodil amigurumi pattern has a difficulty rating of intermediate.

The finished dimensions are 7.5 inches (height) by 3.25 inches (width) by 3.25 inches (depth).*

You may also make your pieces larger or smaller by increasing or decreasing your yarn weight and/or hook size, respectively.

*Finished dimensions are calculated from a model using medium weight yarn, a size H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook, the YU/YO method and the following gauge: 18 sc x 21 rows = 4 inches.

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Supplies:

• Size H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook
• Medium (4) weight yarn in 5 colors:
  • Yarn A – brown (example uses Loops & Threads Soft Classic: Mocha)
  • Yarn B – orange (example uses Caron One Pound: Faded Brick)
  • Yarn C – yellow (example uses Red Heart Super Saver: Pale Yellow)
  • Yarn D – white (example uses Red Heart Super Saver: Soft White)
  • Yarn E – green (example uses Big Twist Value: Forest Green)
• Pink embroidery floss or pink yarn (example uses Red Heart Super Saver: Baby Pink)
• Black embroidery floss
• 10mm black safety eyes (x2)
• Wire (example uses 14 Gauge Black Aluminum Wire by hildie & jo)
• Wire Cutters
• Polyester fiberfill
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers

Alternate Yarn Supplies:

Color Variation 2 (as seen on the left in cover photo):

• Medium (4) weight yarn in 5 colors:
  • Yarn A – brown (example uses Loops & Threads Soft Classic: Mocha)
  • Yarn B – rust (example uses Loops & Threads Soft Classic: Ginger)
  • Yarn C – yellow (example uses Red Heart Super Saver: Saffron)
  • Yarn D – light yellow (example uses Red Heart Super Saver: Pale Yellow)
  • Yarn E – green (example uses Big Twist Value: Light Green)
• Pink embroidery floss or pink yarn (example uses Red Heart Super Saver: Perfect Pink)

Terminology:

This free crochet daffodil amigurumi pattern uses English (US) terminology:

• st (sts) = stitch (stitches)
• ch = chain stitch
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• sc2tog = single crochet 2 together (over the span of 2 stitches), also known as a decrease
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• FLO = front loop only
• BLO = back loop only
• sk = skip

Please note that this pattern is written so that each crochet stitch abbreviation is attached to a number, such as 1sc, 2sc, etc. This number denotes how many of that stitch is to be worked into the same stitch.

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Special Stitch Instructions:

Please review our special stitch instructions on our Stitch Tutorials FAQ before beginning, as some techniques may be unique to this pattern.

You can also watch our amigurumi techniques video tutorial for all of our tips and tricks for improving your project!

This free crochet daffodil amigurumi pattern uses the following special stitch tutorials:

• Single Crochet (YU/YO Method)
• Invisible Decrease
• Joining Rounds

This pattern is worked in the round, with each round joined at the end with a slip stitch. Unless otherwise instructed, the first stitch of your next round will always be worked into the same stitch as your joining slip stitch has been worked into.

Be sure to always keep the ‘right side’ of your stitches facing outwards as you work. The right side is the front side of the stitch that is facing you as you are completing each stitch.

Pattern Instructions | Free Crochet Daffodil Amigurumi

Crochet Daffodil Center:

With yarn C (yellow), make a magic ring (or ch 4, sl st into 1st st to form ring, ch 2).

Rnd 1: 9hdc into ring, sl st into 1st to join, ch 1 (9).

Rnd 2: 1sc into BLO of each st around, join, ch 1 (9).

Rnd 3: 1sc into each st around, join, ch 1 (9).

For the next round, you will be working six modified picot-like stitches around the circumference of the daffodil center.

The picot stitches will consist of only 2 chains, however, to create a smaller embellishment.

Additionally, instead of connecting into your first chain (as done in a standard picot), you will instead work a slip stitch into the front loop only, from top to bottom, of the last single crochet you’ve worked.

Rnd 4: [1sc into each of next 2 sts, ch 2, sl st into FLO of last sc, 2sc into next st, ch 2, sl st into FLO of last sc] 3 times, join (12 + 6 picots).

Crochet Daffodil Petals:

With yarn D (white), chain 6.

Rnd 1: 3dc into 3rd ch from hook, 1dc into next st, 1hdc into next st, 2sc into next st, working into other side of ch sts, 1sc into next st, 1hdc into next st, 1dc into next st, 3dc into next st, sl st into 1st dc to join (13).

Fasten off yarn D and weave in tails. Set aside for now.

Repeat round 1, five more times, for a total of six petals.

Crochet Daffodil Leaves:

With yarn E (green), chain 13.

Rnd 1: sl st into 2nd ch from hook, sl st into each of next 2 sts, 1sc into each of next 3 sts, 1hdc into each of next 3 sts, 1dc into each of next 2 sts, (1dc, ch 3, sl st into same st as dc) into next st, ch 3, working into other side of ch sts, 1dc into each of next 3 sts, 1hdc into each of next 3 sts, 1sc into each of next 3 sts, sl st into each of next 3 sts, sl st into 1st st to join (31).

Fasten off yarn E and weave in tails. Set aside for now.

Repeat round 1, one more time, for a total of two leaves.

Crochet Daffodil Stem:

The majority of this crochet daffodil stem is worked in rounds of only 4 stitches each.

While this creates a nice, slim stem for your flower, it may be challenging for some crocheters to work into.

If you have difficulty working into small rounds, you may instead replace rounds 4 to 13 with continuing rounds of 6 stitches each (1sc into each st around, join).

Choose whichever method works best for you!

With yarn E (green), make a magic ring (or ch 4, sl st into 1st st to form ring, ch 1).

Rnd 1: 9hdc into ring, sl st into 1st to join, ch 1 (9).

Rnd 2: 1sc into BLO of each st around, join, ch 1 (9).

Rnd 3: [sc2tog over next 2 sts, 1sc into next st] 3 times, join, ch 1 (6).

Rnd 4: [1sc into next st, sc2tog over next 2 sts] 2 times, join, ch 1 (4).

Rnd 5: 1sc into each st around, join, ch 1 (4).

Rnd 6 to 12 (7 rnds): repeat rnd 5 (4).

Rnd 13: [1sc into next st, 2sc into next st] 2 times, join, ch 1 (6).

Retrieve your crochet daffodil leaves set aside earlier.

Align your first leaf so that both of the 3-chain sequences (on the opposite side of your pointy end) are parallel with your current round.

You will be working round 14 through both the chain stitches of the leaf and the current round of the stem to attach them together.

Optionally, if you have difficulty attaching the leaves in this way (especially the second leaf, which is trickier), you may instead sew them onto the stem afterwards with a length of yarn E.

If you choose to sew the leaves instead, simply replace round 14 and 15 with normal rounds (1sc into each st around, join).

Choose whichever method works best for you!

Rnd 14: 1sc into each st around of both leaf and stem together, join, ch 1 (6).

Rnd 15: 1sc into 4th ch of leaf and 1st st of stem together, 1sc into each of next 2 sts of both leaf and stem together, 1sc into 1st ch of leaf and 4th st of stem together, 1sc into each of next 2 sts of both leaf and stem together, join (6).

Fasten off yarn E and leave a short tail for tying.

If you skipped attaching the leaves during round 14 and 15, you may sew them on now.

Crochet Daffodil – Assembly:

Retrieve all remaining pieces of your crochet daffodil (1 center, 6 petals, 1 stem).

With a length of yarn D (white), sew your first 3 petals, evenly spaced, around the bottom of your daffodil center (where the front loops of round 1 remain).

Then, sew the remaining 3 petals, evenly spaced, around the top of the stem (again, where the front loops of round 1 remain).

Lastly, lay the daffodil center on top of the stem and rotate both pieces until the bottom 3 petals are visible between the gaps of the top 3 petals.

Sew both pieces together, secure with a knot, and weave in any remaining tails.

Set aside for now and continue to the pot dirt below.

Crochet Pot Dirt:

With yarn A (brown), leave a tail for sewing and chain 6. Slip stitch into the first chain to form a circle and chain 1.

Rnd 1: 2sc into each ch around, sl st into 1st st to join, ch 1 (12).

Rnd 2: [1sc into next st, 2sc into next st] 6 times, join, ch 1 (18).

Rnd 3: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 2 sts] 6 times, join, ch 1 (24).

Rnd 4: [1sc into each of next 3 sts, 2sc into next st] 6 times, join, ch 1 (30).

Rnd 5: [2sc into next st, 1sc into each of next 4 sts] 6 times, join (36).

Fasten off yarn A and leave a long (~2 ft) tail for sewing.

Alternatively, you can also leave just a short end tail if you start the next section of your pot with a long beginning tail—either works!

Crochet Terracotta Pot:

Follow the tutorial for the Terracotta Pot Cutie companion pattern before continuing to the next steps.

If desired, you may also substitute the terracotta pot with a Drip Glaze Pot Cutie—both pot patterns are compatible with all of our Flower Cuties and Plant Cuties!

The terracotta pot pattern, as seen in the photo above, is easier in difficulty than the drip glaze pot and is a great option for crocheters that are not comfortable with mid-round color changing and surface crochet techniques.

Conversely, the drip glaze pot pattern, as seen below, is more challenging but also has a wider base than the terracotta pot and makes your projects less prone to being top-heavy.

Choose whichever pattern works best for you!

Crochet Daffodil – Sewing Together:

Retrieve your daffodil set aside earlier and place the bottom of the stem over top of the center hole (round 1) of your chosen flower pot.

Using the tail of yarn A left over from the beginning of the flower pot, sew around the entire circumference of the daffodil stem and flower pot hole to attach them together.

Secure with a knot to the end tail of the stem, trim any excess length, and weave in tails.

Finally, cut a length of wire to the height of your crochet daffodil, from the bottom of the flower pot to the top of stem.

Gently thread the wire between 2 stitches at the top of the stem until it reaches the bottom of your crochet flower pot and your daffodil is able to stand upright on its own.

Conclusion | Free Crochet Daffodil Amigurumi

And with that, you’re done the free crochet Daffodil Cutie pattern! If you enjoyed this pattern, be sure to check out its five companion patterns in the Flower Cuties collection: the Tulip Cutie, the Daisy Cutie, the Carnation Cutie, the Sunflower Cutie, the Rose Cutie, the Lily of the Valley Cutie, the Pansy Cutie, and the Lily Cutie!

You can also explore the Cutie Collections page and the Pocket Pets page for more original and free amigurumi patterns, or our Home Decor Patterns for other homemade household goodies!

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