Crochet Sunflower Frog is an adorable quick project with charming results - ideal for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike!
This adorable design brings together the cheerful appearance of a sunflower and the playful character of a frog, resulting in an endearing handmade toy. The pattern is straightforward, making it accessible for beginners while also providing a fun and relaxing challenge for experienced crocheters. Add a splash of cheer to your collection with this cute and quirky creation that’s sure to bring a smile to anyone's face. Perfect for gifting or as a joyful addition to your own space!
How To Crochet Sunflower Frog
Supplies Needed:
- Lime green yarn (for the body)
- Yellow yarn (for the sunflower petals)
- White yarn (for the belly plate)
- 5.5 mm crochet hook
- Darning needle
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
- 12 mm safety eyes
- Fabric pins
- Fiber fill
Abbreviations:
- sc: single crochet
- inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec: decrease (2 stitches together)
Frog Body:
- Round 1:
- Using lime green yarn, create a magic ring and work 8 sc into the ring. Pull tight. (8 sts)
- Round 2:
- Inc in each stitch around. (16 sts)
- Round 3:
- Sc in next st, inc around. (24 sts)
- Round 4:
- Sc in each stitch around. (24 sts)
- Round 5:
- Sc in the next 3 sts, inc around. (30 sts)
- Rounds 6-10:
- Sc in each stitch around. (30 sts)
- Round 11:
- Sc in the next 3 sts, dec around. (24 sts)
- Round 12:
- Sc in each stitch around. (24 sts)
- Round 13:
- Sc in the next 2 sts, dec around. (18 sts)
- Start stuffing the body with fiber fill.
- Round 14:
- Sc in each stitch around. (18 sts)
- Round 15:
- Sc in the next st, dec around. (12 sts)
- Round 16:
- Dec around. (6 sts)
- Finish stuffing the body and close the hole using a smaller crochet hook.
Frog Eyes (Make 2):
- Round 1:
- Using lime green yarn, create a magic ring and work 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)
- Round 2:
- Inc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
- Rounds 3-4:
- Sc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
- Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Insert 12mm safety eyes between rounds 3 and 4.
Attaching Eyes:
- Position the eyes on rounds 2 through 5 of the body, slightly forward.
- Use fabric pins to position and sew the eyes onto the body.
- Add a small amount of stuffing into each eye before completely sewing them.
Frog Belly Plate:
- Round 1:
- Using white yarn, create a magic ring and work 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)
- Round 2:
- Inc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
- Round 3:
- Sc in the next st, inc around. (18 sts)
- Round 4:
- Sc in each stitch around. (18 sts)
- Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew it onto the frog’s body covering rounds 7 to 12.
Frog Arms (Make 2):
- Round 1:
- Using lime green yarn, create a magic ring and work 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)
- Round 2:
- Sc in each stitch around. (6 sts)
- Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly with the yarn tail. Attach to the body on rounds 7 and 8, about four stitches away from the belly plate.
Frog Legs (Make 2):
- Round 1:
- Using lime green yarn, create a magic ring and work 8 sc into the ring. (8 sts)
- Rounds 2-3:
- Sc in each stitch around. (8 sts)
- Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly with the yarn tail. Attach to the body on rounds 11-13, directly below the arms.
Adding Face Details:
- Smile:
- Using black medium weight yarn, embroider a smile 4 rounds down from the top of the head.
- Eye Highlights:
- Using white yarn, embroider a highlight on each eye from top to bottom.
Sunflower Petals (Make 8-9 as needed):
- Round 1:
- Using yellow yarn, create a magic ring and work 4 sc into the ring. (4 sts)
- Round 2:
- Sc in the next st, inc around. (6 sts)
- Round 3:
- Sc in the next st, inc around. (9 sts)
- Round 4:
- Sc in the next 2 sts, inc around. (12 sts)
- Rounds 5-6:
- Sc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
- Round 7:
- Dec around. (6 sts)
- Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Tie a knot around the 4th round of the petal and pull the ends through to the bottom opening, trim off the excess.
Attaching Sunflower Petals:
- Begin with the petal directly between the eyes, on the top of the frog’s head.
- Continue adding petals around in a circular pattern.
- Use fabric pins to secure before sewing, then sew each petal individually around the body.
- Ensure petals cover the head and upper back, forming the sunflower circle.
Conclusion:
Your sunflower frog is now complete! Enjoy crafting your sunflower frog!
