7 Daffodil Flower Knitting Patterns – Page 2 of 2

Welcome back to part two of our roundup of daffodil flower knitting patterns. If you missed the first page, we covered some wonderful beginner-friendly options to help you get started with these cheerful, trumpet-shaped blooms. Here on page two, we’re diving deeper into the craft, exploring more detailed patterns, advanced techniques, and tips that will help you create daffodils that look strikingly lifelike — whether you’re making them for a spring wreath, a gift topper, a buttonhole, or simply to brighten up your home all year long.

Daffodils hold a special place in the hearts of knitters and flower lovers alike. They’re the unofficial heralds of spring, bursting up through the cold earth long before most other flowers dare to show their faces. Capturing that spirit in yarn — especially in shades of butter yellow, deep gold, creamy white, and soft peach — is one of the most satisfying small projects a knitter can take on. Let’s jump straight in.

Pattern 4: The Double-Petaled Trumpet Daffodil

One of the most immediately recognizable daffodil varieties is the double-petaled form, where layers of petals overlap to create a lush, almost rose-like flower with a shorter, ruffled trumpet nestled at the center. Knitting this version requires a little patience, but the result is well worth the effort.

To begin, you’ll cast on using a worsted-weight yarn in a pale cream or white. The outer petals are worked individually and then seamed together at the base. Each petal starts with a small number of stitches — typically around 6 to 8 — and increases gradually to a wider middle before decreasing back down to a pointed tip. The key to making petals look natural is to keep your tension even and to block each one carefully before assembly.

The double-petaled daffodil calls for two layers of six petals each. The inner layer is slightly smaller than the outer, which creates that characteristic sense of depth. For the inner layer, try using a slightly softer yellow — a pale lemon works beautifully — while the outer layer stays in cream or ivory. Once both sets of petals are complete and blocked flat, you layer them together, offsetting the inner petals so they sit in the gaps between the outer ones.

The trumpet is worked in the round on double-pointed needles or a short circular, starting from the base with a cast-on of around 12 stitches. You’ll increase out to roughly 24 stitches over the first inch, then work straight for a short distance before finishing the rim with a picot or ruffle bind-off to give it that frilled edge. A deep golden orange or saffron yellow works wonderfully for the trumpet, even if the petals are white — this contrast is what gives the flower its visual punch.

Assembling the flower is a matter of layering petals around the base of the trumpet and securing everything with a few stitches through the center. Adding a few small green yarn stems and leaves made from a simple i-cord or flat garter stitch strip completes the piece. If you intend to display the daffodil in a vase arrangement, insert floral wire into the stem before seaming it shut.

Pattern 5: The Miniature Daffodil Cluster

Not every knitting project needs to fill a vase. Sometimes the most charming work is the tiniest. This miniature daffodil cluster pattern produces small blooms about an inch and a half across — perfectly sized for brooches, hair accessories, greeting card embellishments, or decorating the tops of gift boxes.

These little flowers are worked using fingering-weight or even lace-weight yarn and a pair of 2.5mm or 3mm needles. Because the scale is so small, every stitch counts, and you’ll find that working in fingering weight gives you a surprisingly fine level of control over the shape of each petal.

Each mini daffodil requires just one small petal piece, worked flat with six radiating petals shaped by a combination of yarn-overs and decreases. The petal unit is begun at the center, where you cast on a small number of stitches and then divide them evenly among the petals, working each one outward in turn. Think of it like working a tiny flat hexagon, then giving each section a slightly elongated, rounded shape. This technique, sometimes called a “daisy wheel” or “medallion” construction, keeps the flower as a single piece with no seaming required for the petals themselves.

The trumpet for the miniature version is the trickiest part to scale down, but it’s entirely manageable. You cast on about 8 stitches and join in the round, increase once or twice, and then work just a few rounds before binding off loosely to let the rim flare. Attaching it to the center of the flat petal piece is done with just a few stitches — a yarn needle and a bit of care is all you need.

To make a cluster, work five to seven of these mini daffodils in slightly different colorways. Mixing pale yellow with deep orange trumpets and creamy white with butter yellow trumpets creates a natural-looking grouping. Attach them to a piece of green felt or a crocheted leaf base for a cohesive arrangement, or wire them individually so you can arrange them freely.

Pattern 6: The Textured Daffodil with Twisted Stitches

This pattern takes a slightly more technical approach, incorporating twisted stitches and cable-adjacent techniques to add texture and dimension to the petals. The result is a flower that catches the light differently from different angles, giving it an almost sculptural quality.

Twisted stitches — made by knitting through the back loop rather than the front — create a subtle rope-like effect that runs down the center of each petal, mimicking the natural veining you’d see on a real daffodil. This detail sounds small, but it makes a significant difference to the finished appearance, particularly when worked in a slightly variegated or heathered yarn that lets the texture show up clearly.

For this pattern, you’ll want a DK-weight yarn with good stitch definition — smooth plied yarns work much better here than fluffy or fuzzy varieties. Begin by casting on your petal stitches and setting up the twisted stitch columns on the first wrong-side row. Each petal has a central column of twisted knits flanked by a reverse stockinette background, so the central vein appears to pop forward slightly.

Petal shaping proceeds in the usual way, with increases at the sides to widen and decreases toward the tip. The gentle curl that sometimes develops in stockinette is actually welcome here, as it gives the petals a slightly cupped, three-dimensional appearance without any additional blocking or shaping required. A light press with a damp cloth will set the stitches without flattening the texture entirely.

The trumpet for this pattern is also textured, using a simple eyelet row at the widest point to mimic the lacy frilled edge of real daffodil trumpets. Cast on, work up to the desired height, work a round of yarn-overs paired with k2tog, then work one or two more rounds in the background stitch before a standard bind-off. When the trumpet is attached to the petal base, the eyelet row flares outward and creates a very convincing fluted edge.

This is a wonderful pattern to work in a semi-solid or tonal yarn that moves between two close shades of yellow, as the color variation draws the eye into the texture and makes the whole flower look more naturally petal-like.

Pattern 7: The Spring Wreath Daffodil — Large Statement Flower

Our final pattern is the most ambitious of the seven, designed specifically for knitters who want to create large, display-quality daffodils for spring wreaths, table centerpieces, or framed textile art. These blooms are worked at a larger scale — each finished flower measures roughly four to five inches across — and are designed to hold their shape well over time.

The scale up doesn’t simply mean using bulkier yarn, though that is part of the approach. This pattern uses an aran-weight yarn for the petals, which gives them enough body to stand out from a wreath base without flopping or drooping. The petals are worked individually and then joined, so you have full control over the shape and placement of each one.

Begin by casting on 5 stitches for the base of each petal, then work a series of paired increases on every right-side row until you reach 15 stitches at the widest point. From there, work a few rows straight before beginning the paired decreases that bring the petal back in toward the tip. The total petal length for this size should come out to around 3.5 inches before blocking. Block each petal over a petal-shaped template — simply cut one from cardboard — to ensure uniformity across all six petals.

Once blocked, arrange the petals in a fan shape, overlapping their bases slightly, and stitch them together from behind. A button, a wooden bead, or even a small knitted disk in contrasting yellow can be placed at the center to hide the join and give the flower a polished focal point.

The trumpet for the statement daffodil is larger than any we’ve discussed so far. Cast on 20 stitches and join in the round, then increase every other round until you have around 36 stitches. Work straight for about an inch before finishing with a ruffled or picot edge. The trumpet should be deep enough to look proportional to the large petals — aim for about 1.5 to 2 inches in total height. Stuff the trumpet very lightly with a tiny amount of polyester fiberfill before attaching it to keep its shape during display.

For a spring wreath, make seven to ten of these flowers in varying colorways — traditional yellow, white with orange trumpets, soft peach — and supplement them with a collection of green knitted leaves at various sizes. Attach everything to a grapevine or foam wreath base using floral pins or a hot glue gun, clustering the daffodils in groups of two or three for a natural, garden-gathered look.

Tips for Knitting Daffodils That Look Their Best

Across all seven patterns, a few universal principles will help your finished flowers look polished and professional.

Blocking is non-negotiable. Daffodil petals worked in stockinette will curl at the edges if left unblocked, and no amount of careful assembly will fix a poorly blocked petal. Wet-block each petal individually, pinning it to a foam mat in the correct shape, and let it dry completely before moving on to assembly. The difference between a blocked and unblocked petal is dramatic and immediately visible.

Color choice carries the flower. Real daffodils come in a range of colors, from pure white through cream, lemon, butter yellow, golden yellow, and deep orange-yellow, and their trumpets can be orange, pink, red, white, or green. Don’t feel confined to a single shade of yellow — mixing tones and using a contrasting or deeper color for the trumpet is what makes knitted daffodils look true to life rather than flat.

Yarn fiber affects the drape and structure. A blend of wool and a small amount of nylon or acrylic will hold its shape better than 100% cotton, which can be limp. Superwash merino is a popular choice because it blocks beautifully and stays soft, while still having enough memory to hold a petal shape. Avoid novelty or textured yarns for the petals themselves, as they will obscure any stitch detailing and make blocking more difficult.

Assembly is where many knitters rush, and where it pays to slow down. Take your time when attaching petals to the base or to each other. Pin them in position before committing with a needle and yarn, check the flower from multiple angles, and make sure the trumpet sits centered and upright. A few extra minutes during assembly will result in a flower that looks intentional and handcrafted rather than hastily thrown together.

Consider the back of the flower too. If you’re making brooches, ornaments, or anything else that might be viewed from more than one angle, finish the back of the flower neatly. A small circle of felt in green or ivory can be stitched behind the petal base to cover any untidy yarn ends and give the piece a clean, finished appearance.

Creative Ways to Use Your Knitted Daffodils

Once you’ve built up a small collection of knitted daffodils, the possibilities for how to use and display them are wonderfully varied. A cluster of three or five arranged in a small ceramic pot with knitted greenery makes a gift that will never wilt. Attach a single daffodil to a safety pin backing and you have a brooch that announces the arrival of spring wherever you go. Groups of small daffodils can be stitched onto the ends of scarves, the brim of a hat, or the collar of a coat for a botanical, garden-party feel.

Framed fiber art is another beautiful option. Arrange a collection of daffodils and leaves on a piece of linen or felt, stitch them in place, and frame the whole composition like a botanical print. Choose a simple wooden frame and mat in a neutral color, and the finished piece will look like something you might find in a craft gallery.

For children’s rooms, knitted daffodils make charming mobile components, garland accents, or additions to a play kitchen’s pretend produce collection. Worked in washable yarn, they’re durable enough for small hands to handle.

Yarns and Needles Worth Considering

While you can knit daffodils from almost any smooth yarn you have in your stash, a few specific types tend to produce particularly nice results. Cascade 220 in its various shade offerings is a longtime favorite for flower knitting because of its clear stitch definition and wide color range. Drops Safran, a cotton-mix yarn, produces beautifully flat petals ideal for botanical-style display pieces. Malabrigo Rios in any of its golden or yellowed tones is a joy to knit with and blocks into sumptuous petal shapes.

For needles, bamboo or wooden tips give a slightly warmer, more controlled knitting experience with smooth yarns, which is particularly helpful when you’re working small numbers of stitches across petals. Having a set of double-pointed needles in sizes 2.5mm through 5mm will cover all the trumpet sizes across these seven patterns.

A Final Note on Making It Your Own

The seven patterns in this series are starting points, not rules. Experienced knitters will find plenty of room to adapt and experiment — adding beading to the trumpet edge, embroidering stamens, combining knitted petals with crocheted centers, or scaling any of these flowers up or down to suit a particular project. Knitting is at its best when you treat a pattern as a conversation between your own instincts and the instructions on the page.

Daffodils, with their clear shapes and cheerful colors, are one of the most rewarding flowers to translate into yarn. Whether you knit one as a quick gift topper this weekend or spend several evenings building a full spring wreath to hang on your door, you’re making something that carries the energy of the season in every stitch. We hope these seven patterns give you plenty of reasons to pick up your needles and let a little spring into your home — whatever time of year it happens to be.