Daisy and Sunflower Charm Crochet Pattern: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide

There is something quietly magical about crocheting flowers. Unlike garments that require hours of careful measuring and fitting, a small floral charm comes together quickly, fits in the palm of your hand, and carries an enormous amount of charm — pun fully intended. If you have ever wanted to create beautiful daisy and sunflower charms in crochet, this guide is written just for you. Whether you are a beginner looking for a fun, low-commitment project or an experienced crocheter searching for something fresh to add to your pattern collection, these two designs are genuinely satisfying to make and endlessly useful once finished.

By the end of this post, you will have everything you need to crochet a classic white daisy charm and a bold, bright sunflower charm from scratch. Both patterns use simple stitches, require only small amounts of yarn, and work up in under an hour each. Let’s dig in.

Why Crochet Flower Charms Are Worth Your Time

Before we jump into the patterns themselves, let’s talk about why these little flowers deserve a spot in your project queue.

Crochet flower charms are among the most versatile small projects you can make. Once complete, a daisy or sunflower charm can be attached to a keychain, stitched onto a hat or bag, used as a hair clip embellishment, turned into a brooch, added to a wreath, incorporated into a garland, or gifted as a sweet handmade gesture. They are popular items for craft fairs and online shops because they appeal to a wide range of buyers, and because they can be made in batches relatively quickly.

They are also excellent stash-busters. If you crochet regularly, you likely have a collection of yarn scraps in various colors — odds and ends that are too small for a blanket but feel too precious to throw away. Flower charms are exactly the right size to use up those scraps. A single daisy charm takes only a few yards of white and yellow yarn. A sunflower uses a little more because of its fuller petal layer, but you still will not need anything close to a full skein.

From a skill-building perspective, these patterns give beginners practice with magic rings, single crochets, half double crochets, and slip stitches. They also introduce the concept of crocheting in rounds, which is a fundamental technique used in amigurumi, granny squares, and countless other popular patterns.

Materials You Will Need

For both the daisy and sunflower charm patterns, gather the following supplies before you begin.

Yarn: Worsted weight yarn works well for charms that will be handled frequently, like keychains or bag tags. For delicate appliqués, a lighter fingering or DK weight yarn produces a more refined result. For the daisy, you will need white or cream yarn for the petals and yellow for the center. For the sunflower, you will need golden yellow yarn for the petals and brown or dark chocolate yarn for the center disk.

Crochet Hook: A 3.5mm or 4.0mm hook pairs well with DK or light worsted yarn. If you are working with true worsted weight, a 4.5mm or 5.0mm hook is a comfortable choice. Always go with what feels natural in your hand and produces a fabric you like.

Scissors and a Yarn Needle: You will use these to cut and weave in your ends cleanly. Taking time with the finishing steps makes a significant difference in how professional your charm looks.

Stitch Markers: Optional but helpful, especially for beginners. Placing a stitch marker at the first stitch of each round prevents you from losing your count.

Keychain Ring or Safety Pin: If you plan to use your charm as a functional accessory, have a keychain ring or jump ring on hand. A safety pin works well for attaching a charm to a garment or bag.

Understanding the Basic Stitches

Both patterns rely on a handful of crochet stitches. If you are new to crochet, here is a quick reference for each one.

Magic Ring (also called Magic Circle): A foundation technique that creates a tightly closeable center for crocheting in the round. Loop the yarn around your fingers, insert your hook, draw up a loop, chain one (or more), and work your first round of stitches into the ring before pulling the tail to close it.

Slip Stitch (sl st): The flattest and shortest of all crochet stitches. Insert your hook into the indicated stitch, yarn over, and pull through both loops on your hook in one motion. Used here primarily to join rounds.

Chain (ch): The most fundamental crochet action. Yarn over and pull through the loop on your hook. Chains create the foundation of many elements and, in these patterns, form the base of each petal.

Single Crochet (sc): Insert your hook, yarn over and pull up a loop (two loops on hook), yarn over and pull through both loops. A short, sturdy stitch.

Half Double Crochet (hdc): Yarn over first, then insert your hook, yarn over and pull up a loop (three loops on hook), yarn over and pull through all three loops. Slightly taller than a single crochet.

Double Crochet (dc): Yarn over, insert hook, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through two loops, yarn over and pull through the remaining two loops. A tall, open stitch that creates airy, flowing petals.

The Daisy Charm Crochet Pattern

This daisy pattern creates a simple, cheerful flower that measures approximately 2.5 inches across when made with worsted weight yarn and a 4.5mm hook.

Colors needed: White or cream (Color A) for petals, yellow (Color B) for the center.

Abbreviations: ch = chain, sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, sl st = slip stitch, MR = magic ring.

Round 1 — The Center (Color B)

Make a magic ring. Chain 1. Work 6 single crochets into the ring. Pull the tail of the magic ring to close the center tightly. Slip stitch into the first single crochet to join the round. You now have 6 single crochets arranged in a tight circle. This is the yellow center of your daisy.

Do not cut Color B yet if you want to add a second round to build up the center a little. For a flatter, more delicate look, fasten off Color B here and weave in the end.

Optional Round 1b — Raised Center (Color B)

If you prefer a slightly domed, more dimensional center, work a second round as follows: Chain 1. Work 2 single crochets in each stitch around. Slip stitch to join. You will now have 12 single crochets. Fasten off Color B and weave in the end. This creates a slightly raised yellow button center.

Round 2 — The Petals (Color A)

Join Color A with a slip stitch to any stitch on the center.

For each petal, you will work the following sequence into a single stitch of the center round: Chain 4. Work 3 double crochets into the same stitch you just chained from. Chain 4. Slip stitch into the same stitch.

Repeat this sequence in each stitch around the center.

If your center has 6 stitches, you will make 6 petals. If you used the optional round 1b for a 12-stitch center, you can choose to work a petal in every other stitch for 6 petals, or in every stitch for 12 petals. Six petals gives you a classic daisy silhouette. Twelve petals creates a fuller, more shaggy flower.

After completing the final petal, slip stitch into the base of the first petal to close the round. Fasten off Color A and weave in the end.

Finishing the Daisy

Turn your daisy over and look at the back. You should see a tidy ring of slip stitches from the petal bases. If any petal looks uneven, you can gently reshape it with your fingers or block the flower by dampening it lightly and pinning it flat to dry.

To make a keychain, cut a short length of yarn, thread it through a keychain ring, fold it in half, and use a crochet hook to pull both ends through a stitch on the back of the daisy. Tie a secure knot and weave in the ends.

The Sunflower Charm Crochet Pattern

The sunflower charm uses the same basic construction as the daisy — a crocheted center followed by a petal layer — but adds more structure to both elements. The result is a bolder, more substantial flower that measures approximately 3 to 3.5 inches across with worsted weight yarn.

Colors needed: Brown or dark chocolate (Color B) for the center disk, golden yellow or amber (Color A) for the petals.

Abbreviations: ch = chain, sc = single crochet, hdc = half double crochet, dc = double crochet, sl st = slip stitch, MR = magic ring.

Round 1 — Center Disk, Inner Round (Color B)

Make a magic ring. Chain 1. Work 6 single crochets into the ring. Pull the tail to close the ring. Slip stitch to join. (6 sc)

Round 2 — Center Disk, Outer Round (Color B)

Chain 1. Work 2 single crochets in each stitch around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)

Round 3 — Center Disk, Final Round (Color B)

Chain 1. Work the following pattern around: single crochet in the first stitch, 2 single crochets in the next stitch. Repeat this sequence all the way around. Slip stitch to join. (18 sc)

At this point you have a small, slightly domed brown disk that represents the seed center of a real sunflower. Fasten off Color B and weave in the end cleanly.

Round 4 — Petals (Color A)

Join Color A with a slip stitch to any stitch on the outer edge of the center disk.

For each petal, work the following sequence: Chain 3. Work 1 half double crochet, then 3 double crochets, then 1 half double crochet all into the same stitch. Chain 3. Slip stitch into the same stitch. Then slip stitch across to the next stitch to move into position for the next petal.

Repeat this petal sequence in every stitch around the disk. With 18 stitches on your center disk, you will create 18 petals, which gives the sunflower its characteristic full, layered appearance.

After the final petal, slip stitch to close and fasten off Color A. Weave in the end securely.

Optional: A Second Petal Layer

Real sunflowers have multiple rows of petals, and you can mimic this by adding a second, slightly longer petal layer behind the first. To do this, rejoin Color A to a stitch on the back side of the center disk using a slip stitch. Work a second round of petals identical to the first, but use a chain 4 base and increase each double crochet cluster to 4 double crochets instead of 3. This creates slightly longer petals that peek out from behind the first layer, adding beautiful depth and dimension.

Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Finishing the Sunflower

The sunflower benefits from a quick blocking session. Lay it on a flat, heat-safe surface, mist it lightly with water, and use your fingers to spread each petal evenly. Let it dry completely before attaching it to anything. Blocking helps the petals lie flat and maintain their shape over time.

Tips for Making Your Charms Look Their Best

A few small habits can elevate your finished flowers significantly.

Always start with a tight magic ring. A loose or sloppy ring creates a visible hole in the center of your flower and can unravel over time. Practice the magic ring a few times on scrap yarn until it feels natural and closes cleanly.

Weave in your ends with care. Thread your yarn needle and work the tail through several stitches in multiple directions before cutting it close to the surface. Ends that are woven in properly will not work their way loose even with regular handling.

Match your hook size to your yarn weight rather than working with a hook that is too large for the yarn. A too-large hook creates a floppy, open fabric; a snug fabric holds its shape much better in a small charm.

Use a surface slip stitch or invisible join when closing rounds if you want a seamless finish. The standard slip stitch join creates a slightly visible seam at the start of each round, which is perfectly acceptable but can be hidden with an invisible join technique if you prefer a polished look.

Creative Ways to Use Your Finished Charms

Once you have a handful of daisies and sunflowers finished, you might find yourself wondering what to do with them all. Here are some ideas that tend to go over well.

Bags and totes: Stitch one or several flowers directly onto a canvas tote bag or a crocheted market bag for an instant upgrade. Use a whip stitch around the perimeter of the flower and through the bag fabric, matching the thread color to the flower so the stitching disappears.

Hair accessories: A daisy charm sewn onto a plain hair clip or bobby pin makes a lovely handmade hair accessory that is especially popular for children. A sunflower on a wide elastic headband creates a boho-style piece that feels crafted and personal.

Bookmarks: Crochet a long chain, attach a flower charm to one end, and you have a charming bookmark that makes an easy, affordable handmade gift.

Jewelry: With the right materials — a small jewelry bail glued to the back of the charm and a delicate chain — a sunflower charm becomes a statement necklace pendant. Work in a fine cotton thread or silk yarn for best results.

Wreaths and seasonal décor: Crochet several flowers in different sizes and colors, then arrange and hot-glue them onto a simple grapevine or foam wreath base. Mixed with sprigs of faux greenery, these make beautiful front-door or table decorations.

Gift toppers: Instead of a bow, attach a crocheted daisy or sunflower to a wrapped gift. It becomes part of the gift itself — a little extra something the recipient can keep.

Adapting the Pattern for Different Sizes and Yarns

Both patterns in this guide are written for worsted weight yarn, but they adapt beautifully to other yarn weights. Working in fingering or crochet thread with a 1.5mm or 2mm steel hook produces delicate, intricate-looking flowers perfect for jewelry. Working in bulky or super bulky yarn with a 6mm or larger hook creates oversized statement flowers for home décor projects.

Color is also an opportunity for creativity. While white daisies with yellow centers and golden sunflowers with brown centers are the classic combinations, there is no reason to stop there. Try lavender or pink petals for a dreamy, whimsical daisy. Use a rust or deep orange for the sunflower petals to capture the look of late-summer blooms. Multicolored variegated yarn in the petal section produces unpredictable, delightful results.

If you want to make the charms more durable for items like keychains that will see daily use, consider adding a small amount of polyester fiberfill between the front and back of the center before seaming closed, giving it a slightly puffy, stuffed appearance, or treat the finished piece with fabric stiffener spray for extra stability.

Sharing Your Makes

If you work up this pattern, please consider sharing your finished flowers online. Tagging your projects on social media with relevant crochet hashtags connects you with a wide community of other makers who love seeing what others create. Crochet communities are genuinely supportive spaces, and sharing your work — even when it is imperfect — is a wonderful way to give and receive encouragement.

If you run a small handmade shop, these charms photograph beautifully against natural backgrounds like wood surfaces, linen fabric, or greenery. Natural light almost always produces better product photos than overhead artificial lighting.

A Final Word

Crochet flower charms might be small in size, but they carry real meaning — handmade with attention, given with warmth, or kept as a personal reminder that beautiful things can be created with simple tools and a little patience. The daisy and sunflower patterns in this guide are designed to be approachable enough for beginners while still being satisfying for more experienced crocheters who simply want a quick, joyful project.

Pick up your hook, choose your colors, and start with that first magic ring. Before long, you will have a bright little bloom