add a touch of nature to your kitchen, these Woodsy Sunflower Crochet Dishcloths are the perfect project! This intermediate-level crochet pattern features a stunning sunflower-inspired design, making it both decorative and functional.
Project Overview
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Finished Size: Approx. 11” (28 cm) diameter
- Gauge: 13 sc and 14 rows = 4” (10 cm)
Materials Needed
To complete this project, you’ll need:
- Yarn: Lily® Sugar’n Cream® (2.5 oz/70.9 g; 120 yds/109 m) in the following colors:
- Contrast A: Warm Brown (01130) – 1 ball
- Contrast B: Jute (00082) – 1 ball
- Contrast C: Wine (00015) – 1 ball
- Contrast D: Tea Rose (00042) – 1 ball
- Contrast E: Tangerine (01699) – 1 ball
- Contrast F: Yellow (00010) – 1 ball
- Crochet Hook: U.S. Size H/8 (5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
Color Variations
You can make different versions by using the following color combinations:
- Version 1: B, D, A, F
- Version 2: F, C, A, E
- Version 3: E, A, F, C
Crochet Pattern Instructions
Foundation Round
- Using Color 1, ch 4. Join with sl st to the first ch to form a ring.
Round 1
- Ch 4 (counts as tr).
- Work 15 tr into the ring.
- Join with sl st to the top of the beginning ch 4. (16 tr total)
- Fasten off.
Round 2
- Join Color 2 with sl st to any tr.
- Ch 4 (counts as tr), then 1 tr in the same space.
- Work 2 tr in each tr around.
- Join with sl st to the top of ch 4. (32 tr total)
- Fasten off.
Round 3
- Join Color 3 with sl st to any tr.
- Ch 3 (counts as dc).
- (2 dc in next tr, 1 dc in next tr) repeat around, ending with 2 dc in last tr.
- Join with sl st to the top of ch 3. (48 dc total)
- Fasten off.
Round 4 (Creating Petals)
- Join Color 4 with sl st to any dc.
- Ch 1, (sc, ch 10, sc) in the same space.
- (Ch 3, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc, ch 3, skip 2 dc, (sc, ch 10, sc) in next dc) repeat 6 more times.
- Ch 3, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc.
- Leave remaining 2 dc unworked.
Round 5
- Work 15 dc into each ch-10 space to create petals.
- Skip next ch-2 space, sl st in next sc.
- Repeat around to form 8 petals.
- Sl st to the top of the first dc.
Round 6 (Petal Edging)
- Sl st in next dc, ch 1, 1 sc in the same space.
- (Ch 3, skip next dc, 1 sc in next dc) three times, ch 3, sl st in last sc to form a picot.
- (Ch 3, skip next dc, 1 sc in next dc) three times, skip next (dc, sl st, dc), 1 sc in next dc, ch 1, sl st to corresponding ch-3 space of previous petal, ch 1, skip next dc, (1 sc in next dc, ch 3, skip next dc) twice, 1 sc in next dc, picot.
- Repeat this pattern for all 8 petals.
- Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.
Finishing Touches
- Weave in ends using a tapestry needle.
- Lightly block to shape the petals evenly.
Tips for Success
- Ensure you use cotton yarn for durability and absorbency.
- Keep your tension consistent to maintain a symmetrical flower shape.
- Experiment with different color palettes to create seasonal variations.
Final Thoughts
The Woodsy Sunflower Crochet Dishcloth is a beautiful and practical project that adds charm to any kitchen. With its detailed sunflower motif and textured petals, it makes an excellent gift or a cheerful addition to your own home.
Happy Crocheting! 🌻
