Daisy Mini Plush Crochet Pattern: Create Cute Amigurumi with DK Cotton Yarn

There is something undeniably charming about a tiny crocheted daisy sitting on your shelf, tucked into a gift bag, or clipped to a zipper pull. These little floral amigurumi pieces sit at the perfect intersection of simplicity and satisfaction — small enough to finish in an afternoon, but detailed enough to feel like a real accomplishment. If you have been looking for a beginner-friendly amigurumi pattern that produces genuinely adorable results, this daisy mini plush is exactly what you need.

In this post, you will find a complete, step-by-step crochet pattern for a daisy mini plush made with DK weight cotton yarn. We will cover the materials you need, the stitches involved, the full pattern with round-by-round instructions, assembly tips, and plenty of ideas for customizing and using your finished daisies. Whether you are new to amigurumi or an experienced maker looking for a quick and satisfying project, this pattern has something for you.

Why DK Cotton Yarn Is Perfect for Mini Amigurumi

Before we dive into the pattern itself, it is worth talking about why DK weight cotton yarn is such a fantastic choice for small amigurumi projects like this daisy plush.

DK yarn, which stands for double knitting, sits comfortably between sport weight and worsted weight. It is light enough to give your finished piece a soft, delicate appearance while still being substantial enough to work with easily. When combined with a slightly smaller hook than the yarn label recommends, DK cotton produces a tight, firm fabric that holds its shape beautifully — which is exactly what you want for amigurumi. Tight stitches mean the stuffing stays in, the structure stays firm, and your daisy petals keep their shape instead of flopping around.

Cotton specifically is wonderful for this type of project for several reasons. It has a lovely natural sheen that makes colors appear bright and vibrant, which is ideal for something as cheerful as a daisy. It also holds up extremely well over time, is easy to wash, and is much less prone to pilling than acrylic yarn. For a plush that might become a child’s toy or a frequently handled decorative piece, cotton’s durability is a real advantage.

Some great DK cotton yarn brands to look for include Paintbox Yarns Simply DK, Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton, Drops Safran, and We Are Knitters The Cotton. Any of these will give you beautiful results with this pattern.

Materials You Will Need

Here is everything you need to gather before you start crocheting your daisy mini plush.

For yarn, you will need a small amount of white DK cotton yarn for the petals, a small amount of yellow DK cotton yarn for the center disc, and optionally a small amount of green DK cotton yarn if you want to add a stem or leaf. You really do not need much — this project is a wonderful stash buster. A single 50-gram skein of each color will make many, many daisies.

For your hook, use a 3.0mm or 3.5mm crochet hook. The exact size depends on your personal tension. If your stitches feel tight and dense when you test them, try the 3.5mm. If they feel loose or you can see gaps in the fabric, switch to the 3.0mm. The goal is a fabric with no gaps where the stuffing could show through.

You will also need polyfill stuffing, a yarn needle for weaving in ends and sewing pieces together, scissors, and stitch markers to mark the beginning of each round since this pattern is worked in continuous rounds. Optional additions include safety eyes (though for this particular daisy design the center is a solid disc, so these are not required), pins for holding pieces in place while you sew, and wire or a keychain ring if you want to turn your daisy into a charm or accessory.

Stitches and Abbreviations Used

This pattern uses standard US crochet terminology. Here is a quick reference for every stitch and technique you will encounter.

MR — Magic ring. This is the standard starting method for amigurumi. It creates a tight, invisible center with no hole.

ch — Chain stitch.

sl st — Slip stitch. Used to join rounds or move yarn without adding height.

sc — Single crochet. The foundational stitch for amigurumi.

hdc — Half double crochet. Slightly taller than a single crochet, used in the petals for shaping.

dc — Double crochet. Taller still, used at the tip of each petal.

inc — Increase. Work two single crochets into the same stitch.

dec — Decrease (invisible decrease). Insert hook through the front loops only of the next two stitches, yarn over, pull through both, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.

FLO — Front loops only. Working into only the front loop of the stitch.

BLO — Back loops only. Working into only the back loop of the stitch.

[x] × y — Work the instructions inside the brackets the number of times indicated.

The Daisy Mini Plush Pattern

This pattern has three main components: the center disc, the petal ring, and an optional base circle. The center disc and petal ring are worked separately and then sewn together, which gives the flower its dimensional, realistic appearance. The finished daisy measures approximately 8–9 centimeters across with a plump, stuffed center that stands up nicely.

Part One: The Center Disc (Yellow Yarn)

The center of a real daisy is a raised, rounded button of tiny florets. We replicate that here with a simple stuffed sphere.

Round 1: MR, work 6 sc into the ring. Pull the ring closed. (6 stitches)

Round 2: [Inc] × 6. (12 stitches)

Round 3: [Sc 1, inc] × 6. (18 stitches)

Round 4: [Sc 2, inc] × 6. (24 stitches)

Round 5: Sc in each stitch around. (24 stitches)

Round 6: Sc in each stitch around. (24 stitches)

Round 7: [Sc 2, dec] × 6. (18 stitches)

Round 8: [Sc 1, dec] × 6. (12 stitches)

Begin stuffing the disc now. Fill it firmly so it has a nice round, puffy shape.

Round 9: [Dec] × 6. (6 stitches)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Close the remaining hole by weaving the tail through the front loops of the 6 remaining stitches and pulling gently to close. Do not cut the yarn yet — you will use this tail to attach the center to the petal ring.

Part Two: The Petal Ring (White Yarn)

The petal ring is worked as a flat circle first, and then the petals are built directly from the edge of that circle. This gives you a clean, stable foundation from which each petal extends outward.

The Foundation Circle

Round 1: MR, work 6 sc into the ring. Pull the ring closed. (6 stitches)

Round 2: [Inc] × 6. (12 stitches)

Round 3: [Sc 1, inc] × 6. (18 stitches)

Round 4: [Sc 2, inc] × 6. (24 stitches)

Sl st into the next stitch to join. Fasten off but do not cut the yarn. You will now work the petals from the front loops of Round 4.

The Petals

For each petal, you will work into groups of 3 stitches from Round 4, using only the front loops. You will make 8 petals total, though you have 24 stitches in Round 4. This works perfectly because 24 ÷ 8 = 3 stitches per petal base.

Join your white yarn with a sl st in any front loop of Round 4.

One Petal:

Ch 1. Working in FLO of the next 3 stitches:

• Sc in the first stitch.
• In the second stitch: hdc, dc, hdc (all three into the same stitch — this creates the rounded petal tip).
• Sc in the third stitch.

Sl st into the next stitch of Round 4 (this is now the first stitch of the next petal group). This slip stitch joins the base of one petal to the base of the next.

Repeat this petal sequence 7 more times until you have 8 petals total and have worked all the way around the foundation circle.

Sl st to join at the base of the first petal. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Your petal ring should now look like a cheerful, flat flower shape with 8 evenly spaced petals radiating outward from the center circle.

Part Three: The Base Circle (Optional, Yellow or Green Yarn)

If you want your daisy to have a flat backing — useful if you plan to mount it on a headband, brooch pin, or hair clip — work a simple base circle.

Round 1: MR, work 6 sc into the ring. (6 stitches)

Round 2: [Inc] × 6. (12 stitches)

Round 3: [Sc 1, inc] × 6. (18 stitches)

Round 4: [Sc 2, inc] × 6. (24 stitches)

Sl st to join. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. This circle should be approximately the same size as the foundation circle of the petal ring.

Assembly

Assembly is where your daisy truly comes to life. Take your time with this step — careful sewing makes an enormous difference in the finished appearance.

Start by placing the stuffed center disc directly on top of the foundation circle in the center of the petal ring. The petal ring should be face-up on your work surface, and the center disc should sit on top of it with the closed-off bottom facing downward. Use a pin or two to hold it in place while you work.

Using the long tail left on the center disc, sew around the entire perimeter of the disc, catching the fabric of the petal ring foundation with each stitch. You want to go all the way around at least once, and ideally twice, to make sure the connection is secure. Pull your stitches firmly but not so tight that you distort the shape. When you are happy that the center is well attached, weave in the tail and trim.

If you made a base circle, place it behind the petal ring so the right sides are facing outward. Sew around the outer edge of the base circle, catching the edge of the petal ring foundation as you go, to join them together cleanly.

At this point, you can sew on any findings — a pin back, a hair clip, a keyring loop, or a short stem made from a chain of green yarn with a small slip-stitched leaf.

Tips for Getting the Best Results

Working amigurumi well comes down to a few key habits, and it is worth covering them here so your daisy turns out as beautiful as possible.

First, always use a stitch marker at the start of each round. Because amigurumi is worked in continuous rounds without joining, it is genuinely easy to lose track of where one round ends and the next begins. Move your stitch marker up at the end of every round without exception.

Second, check your stitch count at the end of every round, at least for the first few times you make this pattern. One extra or missing stitch early on will throw off the shape of your entire piece.

Third, stuff your center disc more firmly than you think you need to. The disc will compress slightly as you sew it down onto the petal ring, and a well-stuffed center holds its dome shape beautifully. An under-stuffed center looks flat and a bit sad.

Fourth, when working the petals, keep your tension consistent. If some petals are tighter than others, the flower will look uneven. Take a breath, slow down, and try to match your tension stitch for stitch.

Fifth, block your finished flower lightly if the petals want to curl. For cotton yarn, a quick spritz of water followed by gentle shaping and pinning while it dries is usually all you need. Once the cotton dries in the shape you want, it will hold that position nicely.

Creative Variations and Customization Ideas

One of the most delightful things about this pattern is how adaptable it is. Once you have made the basic daisy a few times and feel comfortable with the construction, there are so many directions you can take it.

Color variation is the most obvious starting point. Classic daisies are white with yellow centers, but real daisies come in pinks, purples, oranges, and even deep reds. A field of pastel daisies in blush pink, lavender, and soft peach would make a gorgeous decorative garland. Deep burgundy daisies with brown centers have an autumnal, vintage feel. Bright neon daisies in electric yellow, hot pink, and lime green would be perfect for kids.

You can also play with the number of petals. Eight petals gives you the classic daisy shape, but reducing to six petals produces a simpler, more graphic flower, while increasing to ten or twelve petals creates a shaggy, chrysanthemum-like appearance. To do this, simply adjust how many foundation stitches you assign to each petal base. For six petals, work 4 stitches per petal (using a foundation of 24 stitches). For twelve petals, work 2 stitches per petal, which requires a slightly adjusted petal stitch sequence.

You can also make the daisy significantly larger or smaller by changing your yarn weight. Use fingering weight yarn with a 2.0mm or 2.5mm hook for a truly tiny charm daisy, or switch to worsted weight with a 4.0mm or 4.5mm hook for a bold, statement-sized flower. The construction logic remains exactly the same regardless of yarn weight.

Adding a face to your daisy turns it into a proper amigurumi character. A pair of 6mm safety eyes placed slightly above center on the front of the stuffed disc, with a tiny embroidered smile in brown yarn below, immediately gives your daisy personality. You could even give it blush cheeks using a touch of pink chalk or cosmetic blush applied after the fact.

For a functional use, these daisies make stunning stitch markers when made very small in fingering weight yarn and finished with a removable stitch marker clip. They are also wonderful as gift toppers, tied onto wrapped presents in place of a bow. A cluster of three daisies in different sizes makes a beautiful hair accessory. A single daisy sewn onto a fabric headband is a sweet, handmade touch for spring and summer.

If you want to create a keepsake ornament, lightly starch your finished daisy and hang it from a loop of satin ribbon. These also make meaningful handmade gifts for teachers, grandparents, or anyone who appreciates something small and thoughtful.

Caring for Your Crocheted Daisy

Because this pattern uses cotton yarn, care is relatively straightforward. Cotton is machine washable in most cases, though to keep your daisy looking its best for as long as possible, hand washing in cool water with a gentle detergent is the safest approach. Avoid wringing or twisting the flower. Instead, press it gently between two towels to remove excess water and then reshape it by hand before leaving it to dry flat.

If your daisy loses its shape after washing, a few minutes of damp blocking — pinning the petals back out and letting it dry completely — will restore it perfectly.

Sharing Your Makes

If you make this daisy mini plush pattern, please share your results. Seeing how other makers interpret and adapt a pattern is one of the most inspiring parts of the crochet community. Tag your photos and connect with other amigurumi enthusiasts who are working on similar projects. Your particular color choices, variations, and creative applications might be exactly the inspiration someone else needs to try their first amigurumi.

Amigurumi is, at its heart, a joyful craft. There is something genuinely lovely about the fact that a small amount of yarn, a hook, a handful of stuffing, and a few hours of your time can produce an object that makes people smile. This daisy mini plush is a perfect embodiment of that — cheerful, quick, accessible, and genuinely sweet. Whether you are making a dozen for a craft fair, one as a personal gift, or simply enjoying the meditative rhythm of working small rounds on a quiet afternoon, we hope this pattern brings you real pleasure.

Happy crocheting — and may your yarn never tangle.