How to Make a Sunflower Crochet Ring: Free Pattern & Tutorial

Introduction to the Sunflower Crochet Ring

Note: This pattern uses US crochet terminology. UK/Commonwealth terms: sc = dc, hdc = htr, dc = tr, tr = dtr.

This charming sunflower crochet ring is a bright and cheerful accessory that is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. Combining the warm, rustic beauty of sunflowers with the cozy appeal of handmade yarn jewelry, this mini project is quick, fun, and extremely satisfying. In this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to make your own sunflower ring, from selecting the right thread to assembling and wearing your finished creation.

Crocheted rings are highly fashionable and make wonderful stocking fillers, craft show products, or small tokens of appreciation for friends and family. Because they use so little yarn, they are also an excellent way to clean out your yarn stash. This pattern is beginner-friendly, requiring only basic stitches and a little bit of sewing. Let us dive in and learn how to crochet this miniature piece of sunshine.

Materials and Tools Needed

To ensure your sunflower ring looks neat and holds its shape, we recommend using high-quality materials:

• Yarn: Crochet thread size 10 or embroidery floss. You will need dark brown for the center of the sunflower, golden yellow for the petals, green for the leaves/stems, and a neutral beige or brown for the ring band.
• Crochet Hook: Size 1.5 mm or 1.75 mm steel hook. Small hooks keep stitches tight so the flower does not sag.
• Tapestry Needle: A small yarn needle to sew the pieces together and hide yarn tails.
• Fabric Glue: Optional, but useful for securing knots on the inside of the band.
• Scissors: For cutting thread.

Stitch Abbreviations (US Terms)

Review these abbreviations before starting the crochet pattern:

• MR: Magic Ring
• ch: Chain stitch
• sc: Single crochet
• hdc: Half double crochet
• dc: Double crochet
• sl st: Slip stitch
• st(s): Stitch(es)

Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions

Part 1: The Ring Band

The band is worked in flat rows and joined at the ends to fit your finger perfectly.

Row 1: Using beige thread, leave a long tail (about 6 inches) for sewing. Chain 18 (or enough chains to wrap comfortably around your finger). Turn. (18 sts)

Row 2: Work 1 sc in the second ch from hook and in each chain across. Chain 1, turn. (17 sts)

Row 3: Work 1 sc in each stitch across. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for final assembly.

Part 2: The Sunflower Flower

The sunflower is made in two parts: the brown center disc and the yellow petals worked directly into the outer edge of the disc.

Step 2.1: The Brown Center:

Round 1: Using dark brown thread, work 6 sc in a Magic Ring. Pull ring closed. (6 sts)

Round 2: Work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. Fasten off. (12 sts)

Step 2.2: The Yellow Petals:

Round 3: Join yellow thread to any stitch of Round 2. *Work [ch 2, 1 dc, ch 2, sl st] in the first stitch. Slip stitch into the next stitch.* Repeat from * to * around the entire circle until you have 12 yellow petals. Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Part 3: The Leaf Accent

Adding one or two green leaves creates a beautiful contrast beneath the yellow flower.

Row 1: Using green thread, chain 6. Start in the second chain from hook and work: 1 sl st, 1 sc, 2 hdc, 1 sc, 1 sl st. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Assembly and Finishing Details

Follow these steps to put your sunflower crochet ring together:

1. Sew the green leaf to the back of the yellow sunflower using the green yarn tail. Only let the tip of the leaf peek out from behind the petals.
2. Sew the two ends of the ring band together to form a loop. Check the fit on your finger. Secure with a double knot.
3. Position the sunflower directly over the seam of the ring band to hide it. Use the beige tail to sew the back of the brown center disc securely onto the band.
4. Weave all loose ends through the inside of the band. Apply a small drop of fabric glue to prevent fraying and cut the threads closely.

Expert Customization Tips

• Vary the Center: You can use black thread instead of brown for the center to give the sunflower a different look.
• Stiffness: If the petals feel too floppy, mix a small drop of water and fabric glue and paint it lightly onto the back of the petals to stiffen them up.
• Sizing: Crochet stretches, so if the ring is a bit loose, it might slip. Crochet the band slightly tighter than a metal ring of the same size.