Crochet Daffodil

This is my own pattern for these cutesome little crochet daffodils and leaves. I raided my dwindling stash of merino dk weight yarn (two shades of yellow, a nice orange and a spring green) and used a 3.5mm hook. They measure approx. 7cm across.

Before we begin, a little summary of the basic stitches. I'm writing using UK crochet terms ::

sl st [slip stitch] :: insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch, then through the loop on your hook.

dc [double crochet] :: insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch (two loops on hook), yarn over and pull through both loops on hook (note :: this is equivalent to the US sc stitch)

htr [half treble]:: yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch (three loops on hook), yarn over and pull through all three loops on hook (note :: this is equivalent to the US hdc stitch)

tr [treble] :: yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch (three loops on hook), yarn over and pull through two loops on hook (two loops left on hook), yarn over and pull through remaining two loops (note :: this is equivalent to the US dc stitch)

When you make your slip knot to begin, make sure you leave yourself a lengthy tail end (approx. 20cm) as you will need this length of yarn later on.

To begin :: chain 4, join with a sl st to form a ring. The first round is worked out of the ring.

:: Round 1 ::

Chain 2 (counts as 1 dc), then work 11 dc into the ring. Join with a sl st to top of initial chain-2 to close round. You will have twelve stitches to work out of in the next round.

:: Round 2 ::

Slip stitch into first stitch, then chain 6. Work 1 dc into second chain from hook (as above)

Then work htr, htr, tr, tr (as above)

Skip 1 stitch, then sl st into next st. Chain 6 ( as above)

....then work 1 dc into 2nd chain from hook, htr, htr, tr, tr. Skip 1 st, then sl st into next stitch (as above).

*chain 6, then work 1 dc into 2nd chain from hook, htr, htr, tr, tr. Skip 1 st, then sl st into next stitch*

Repeat between ** 3 more times until you have made six petals in total (as above). DO NOT FASTEN OFF.

:: Round 3 ::

The next stage is to work dc stitches around each petal. When you work up the right hand side of the petal, you'll be picking up the single loop of the chain (as above). And when you work down the left hand side of the petal, you'll be working under both loops of the stitches.

Starting right at the base of the first petal, work 1dc into each of the 5 loops going up the right hand side of the petal (as above)

At the very tip of your petal, you should be able to see a loop that isn't quite a stitch, I've pointed it out with my needle in the above picture.

Work 2 dc into this loop to form the petal point (as above)

Now work 1 dc into each of the stitches (5 in total) down the left hand side of the petal.

Slip stitch into the base of the next petal (the same place you made the slip stitch in round 2).

Continue working your way around the petals :: 5 dc's up the right hand side, 2 dc's to form the point, then 5 dc's down the left hand side, with a slip stitch right at the base.

Fasten off, LEAVING A LONG 20cm TAIL END.

:: Round 4 ::

You'll be working this round out of the skipped stitches of round 2, the ones that sit directly at the bottom centre of each petal. Insert your hook under the first skipped stitch (as shown above) and pull a loop of new colour yarn through.

You'll find it easier to work these stitches if you bend the petal right back as you work.

Chain 2 (counts as 1 dc), then work 1 dc into same stitch.

Move along to the next skipped stitch and work 2 dc.

Work 2dc into each skipped stitch around until you have 12 stitches in total and are back where you started (picture above).

The rest of this round is worked continuously as a spiral, so you will either need to use a stitch marker, or count!! Go straight into the first stitch and work a dc, then carry on making 1 dc in each stitch around (12 in total)

Now work 1 more row (12 stitches) in a continuous spiral, as shown above.

Lastly, you'll be making a little frilly edging for the daffie trumpet.

Into each of the 12 stitches around, work the following :: slip stitch, ch 1, slip stitch.

Now fasten off, and darn in the trumpet ends (the orange ones). Now it's time to make the little central stamens....

Remember those long tail ends you left? Thread both of them onto a darning needle, then push the needle up through the hole in the very centre of the daff (from back to front) so that it comes up inside the trumpet.

Now take the needle back down through the same hole (from front to back this time), but leave a loop............

.....that's the sort of loop I mean, big enough to go over your finger.

On the back of the flower, make a couple of stitches to secure (careful that you still have your loop, don't pull too tight),  then darn the ends and snip off.

Snip through the two loops of yarn so that you have four sticky-up bits....

....then trim them so that they sit just inside the trumpet.

Ta-dah!!!!!!!!!!!!! One cute little hooky daffodil!!

Most likely your petals will be a bit curly and wayward and will now need a little attention. What I've found works best is to fold up a towel so that it's thick enough to stick pins into and pin out the petals (as above). Spray a fine mist of water over the flower, and use your fingers to gently shape the petals. If you are as impatient as me, you will then get a hairdryer and blast hot air over it until it's dry. If it is still looking a bit on the curly side, turn it over and give the petals a light steam press on the wrong side. Sorts them out nicely.

DAFFODIL LEAF

Chain 11. Starting in 2nd chain from hook, work 1dc into each stitch along (10 stitches in total).

Chain 2, then sl st in 2nd chain from hook (picot point).

You will now be working a row of dc's down the opposite side, picking up the single loops of the foundation chain. Slip stitch to finish.

On the reverse side of the leaf, darn in the tail ends by running them right up the centre of the leaf (as shown above). By doing this, you strengthen the leaf and help to stop it going all floppy.

As with the flower petals, your leaf will probably be twisted and curly, so give it a light steam press with a cool iron on the reverse side.

Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwww, how cute is that?!

These really are lovely to make, and quite quick once you get the hang of them. A little fiddly at first maybe, but I hope you can get the measure of it ok.



You can use your hooky daffs to bring a bit of Spring cheer to your home or outfit. I've been making mine to add to a large Easter Wreath I'm creating, but they would look lovely clustered around in a small circle as I did with my Springtime Wreath.



Lovely little things.

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As with all my patterns, I totally love creating them and get a huge buzz out of sharing and inspiring. I am happy to give them for free, but I'm sure you can appreciate it does take a lot of time and effort to create this sort of picture-heavy tutorial.  I hope that if you've been inspired to give these sweet daffodils a go, that you might consider making a small donation to help support what I do here in the Attic. Thank you as always for your hooky love, it's very, very much appreciated.

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Comments

[gabriella adano]

I really love your daffodils...I d like do them I hope I translate all weel!!Thank you for yuor tutorial made very well!!

[Mary Pugh]

I have been looking for a simple daffodil pattern for a while. This one fits the bill perfectly. Thank you! 😆🐣 xxx Mari

[Elsie Pop]

Lovely pattern - can't get enough daffodil patterns! They're one of my favourite flowers to crochet - I think it's the trumpet that does it! :) xx

[Lois]

I will be wearing mine for St David's Day. A bit more classy than the felt leek I have been wearing for years! I live in England now so it's nice to remember my roots! Thanks for the great pattern, Lucy.

[Jini]

just right for Saint David's Day

[Sally of mybeautfulthings.wordpress.com]

Thank you so much for this delightful pattern, for the wreath pattern and all you wonderful work. You are an inspiration to me! :)

[Dina Scokin]

dear Lucy did not get your posts fo a long time.
wonder if my nome, email is not longer on your file.
please let me know
a late Mary Christmas and a wonderful New Year for all your family
Dina

[Jolanda]

Great to see such loveley pattern, I'd loved making it, so thank a lot,it makes chroching a joy :) Jolanda.

Greetings from the Netherlands.

[Sharon]

Lovely pattern. I am going to make lots of these and sell them for the Marie Curie appeal in March. Thank you so much.

[Robin Summers]

Lucy these daffodils are just perfect. I love them. As always thank you for your wonderful tutorials. :D

[Lili Kostov]

All of your tutorials are amazing and super easy to follow even for people who have never done this before. I'm inspired by your Easter Wreath and yesterday i tried the Daffodil. It turned out exactly like yours and it makes me feel so happy that I can do it.. with your help. Thank you!

[Bec Fawcett-Howitt]

What yarn have you used please? The yarn I'm trying to do this with is making it look scruffy :(

[Pam Chan]

I love these daffodils, its hard to find a 'realistic' pattern. Will definately give them a go. Have you tried putting stalks on them at all to put in a vase, or wouldn't it suit? Thanks
Pam

[Catherine Cottle]

Thanks so much - the best crochet pattern and tutorial I have EVER seen. Brilliant!

[sarah skilton]

Thank you so much. I have made my first daffodil this evening. I love them. How can I send you a photo of my efforts?

[Mary]

Looks great

[sadhana]

beautiful.
Thanks a lot for shariang so many beautiful patterns here....

[marìa ester martinez martinez]

muy bonitas tus flores= very beautiful flowers,please write to me :[email protected]

my name is MARÎA ESTER MARTINEZ MARTINEZ

I live in Concepción,Chile (remember Tsunami and the miracle of the mineros in the north of may country).

[Janis McMasters]

my sister in law sent me your site and i am so pleasantly surprised at how sweet and beautiful your designs are.

[kıymet]

hello. beatiful. thank you from turkey

[Ellie]

Can't wait to try this pattern out :) They're gorgeous.

[MissFlux]

Awww yay! Finally a daffy pattern that LOOKS like a daffy! Oh I love it so much. I read in an old blog of yours that you had made some and have been anticipating this pattern. I was up through the night not well and caught up on your blog.. And was SO happy to have something to get up and do.. Which I did. Thankyou SO much for ALL you give to us. Bless your cotton socks! xx

[Val Kehler]

Loved your pattern for daffodils. I needed a smaller version so I used #10 crochet cotton and a #1.5 hook. Worked perfectly,except that I was unable to do the stamens. thank you so much for sharing this pattern.

[Sofia]

These were really fun to make! :D Thank you for sharing!

[Linda frost]

You are such an inspiration. I have managed to crochet flowers from your amazing tutorials they are so easy to follow. Thank you for shearing your special talent :)