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This Sunflower Sunburst Granny Square is sure to brighten any crochet project! Made in just four quick rounds with chunky yarn and a 6mm hook, it’s a beginner-friendly pattern that combines puff stitches, textured clusters, and bold color changes.
Crocheters love it as a stash-buster, and it works beautifully for blankets, bags, or cushion covers. Whether stitched in classic sunflower shades or a favorite color palette, this cheerful square is guaranteed to bring a smile.
Thanks to Hooked by Robin for sharing this tutorial.
🌻 Crochet Sunflower Sunburst Granny Square
A textured, 4-round square bursting with color and charm
📐 Finished Size:
Approximately 4.5″–5″ (11–13 cm), depending on yarn & tension
🧶 Materials Needed:
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Yarn: Chunky/Aran weight yarn in 4 sunflower-inspired shades:
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Round 1: Chocolate (center)
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Round 2: Pumpkin (petals)
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Round 3: Gold (transition)
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Round 4: Cream (border)
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Hook: 6 mm crochet hook
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Notions: Scissors, tapestry needle
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms):
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
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| ch | Chain |
| ss | Slip Stitch |
| sc | Single Crochet |
| hdc | Half Double Crochet |
| dc | Double Crochet |
| tr | Treble Crochet |
| st | Stitch |
✨ Special Stitches:
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Puff Stitch:
Yarn over, insert hook into st, yarn over and pull up a loop 3 times (7 loops on hook), yarn over, pull through all 7 loops. Ch 1 to secure. -
DC3TOG (Double Crochet 3 Together):
(Yo, insert hook in st, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops) repeat 3 times total (4 loops on hook), yo, pull through all 4 loops. -
DC4TOG (Double Crochet 4 Together):
(Yo, insert hook in st, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops) repeat 4 times total (5 loops on hook), yo, pull through all 5 loops.
🧵 Pattern Instructions:
Round 1 – Center (Chocolate):
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Ch 4, ss to 1st ch to form a ring.
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Ch 3 (counts as dc), work 15 dc into the ring.
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Join with ss to top of beginning ch-3.
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Fasten off. (16 dc total)
Round 2 – Petals (Pumpkin):
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Join new color to the top of any dc.
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Ch 2, puff stitch in same stitch, then puff in each of the remaining 15 stitches.
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Join with ss between the 1st and 2nd puff of the round.
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Fasten off. (16 puff stitches total)
Round 3 – Transition (Gold):
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Join new color between any two puff stitches.
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Ch 2, DC3TOG in same space, ch 2.
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In next space between puff stitches: DC4TOG, ch 2.
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Repeat around.
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Join with ss to the ch-2 space of starting cluster.
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Fasten off. (16 DCtog clusters + 16 ch-2 spaces)
Round 4 – Border (Cream):
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Join cream to any ch-2 space from previous round.
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Ch 4 (counts as tr), 2 tr in same space.
Now work pattern into each ch-2 space as follows:
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Side Segment:
3 dc, 3 hdc, 3 dc -
Corner Segment:
3 tr, ch 2, 3 tr
Work side/corner/side/corner around:
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(Side, Corner, Side, Corner)
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Final side segment: 3 dc, 3 hdc, 3 dc
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End with 3 tr into starting space, ch 2, ss to top of initial ch 4.
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Fasten off and weave in ends.
✅ Finishing:
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Block squares lightly if needed.
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Make more squares and join using your preferred method (e.g., slip stitch join or continuous join-as-you-go).
💫 Designer’s Notes:
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Color choice is flexible—sunflower shades are classic, but it looks amazing in pastels, bolds, or neutrals!
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Perfect for stash-busting and ideal for projects like blankets, bags, or garments.
Ending
Your Sunflower Sunburst Granny Square is now complete! This quick and colorful motif is perfect for using up scrap yarn and adds vibrant texture to any project. Make a bunch and transform them into a cozy blanket, cheerful cushion, or sunny tote!