Shiyang Floral Decoration-Sunflower

This decoration is divided into flower branches, the basket, and assembly. There are mainly 4 types of flower branches: sunflowers, daisies, ribbon leaves, and vine decorations. Complete the making of each type of flower branch first, then assemble them with the basket.

Note: The basket measures 19cm in length, 10cm in width, and 23cm in height (when the handle is upright).
 A single kit can make up to 10 flowers.
Due to different crochet tension from person to person, the sample is for reference only.
Materials: 4-Ply Combed Cotton & Acrylic Fibre Hand Knitting Yarn

Crochet Hook:  2.00 mm Crochet Hook

Chart Key

ch: chain

sc: single crochet

hdc: half double crochet

dc: double crochet

sl: slip stitch

tr: treble crochet

join yarn: join the yarn in to work

MR: adjustable magic ring

fasten off: fasten off the yarn and secure it so the stitch will not unravel

sc2-in-1: 2 single crochets into the same stitch

ridged-sc: single crochet in the single loop near the wrong side only.

ch3 sl picot: chain 3, and then join with one slip stitch into both the front loop of the previous stitch and the front leg strand of the previous stitch.

Note: This pattern is making in Chinese crochet pattern terms, and the stitch name is written using American terminology. All measurements in charts are in cm. 

Part 1 Sunflowers (Refer to EN1270)A​

A single sunflower branch consists of 1 flower (flower core + petals), 1 calyx, and 2 leaves.

Step 1 Flower Core × 9A1​ 00' 39'' ​

Work with a magic ring, crocheting in rounds counterclockwise, where the fifth round is divided into upper and lower layers. After everything is completed, treat the wrong side of the fabric piece as the right side of the flower core. Please refer to the video demonstration for specifics.

Step 2 PetalsA2​

The petals consist of two layers; the first layer is small petals, and the second layer is large petals. Crochet a round of small petals first, then crochet the large petals.

Small Petals 24' 14'' ​

Work from the last round of the right side of the flower core, picking up the front loops: for each petal, start with 7 chain stitches and work 2 rows back and forth. When working the second row, add thin wire. After completing one petal, make 1 slip stitch to transition to the next petal; repeat for a total of 12 petals. After finishing the last petal, work 1 slip stitch to join with the first petal. Please refer to the video demonstration for specifics.

Large Petals 42' 02'' ​

Work along the remaining half loops, make 9 chains for each petal, and crochet in rows for 2 rows back and forth. Also, add thin wire while crocheting the second row. After completing one petal, make one slip stitch to transition to the next petal, for a total of 12 petals. After finishing the last petal, make one slip stitch to join with the first petal. Please refer to the video demonstration for specifics.

Step 3 Calyxes × 9A3​ 51' 25'' ​

Cast on with a magic ring and crochet in rounds counterclockwise for 11 rounds. Finally, leave a tail of about 50cm for sewing. Please refer to the video demonstration for specifics.

Step 4 Leaves × 18A4​ 68' 56'' ​

Make a foundation chain of 16 stitches, then work in a counterclockwise circular shape outward. When crocheting the first round, incorporate a thin wire, leaving about 5cm of wire at both the beginning and end. Please refer to the video demonstration for specifics.

Step 5 AssemblyA5​ 77' 03'' ​

First, sew the flower and the calyx together using the whip stitch method. Pay attention to stuffing between the calyx and the flower core. After completing this, join them with the leaves using a flower stem. Please refer to the video demonstration for specifics.

Part 2 Small DaisiesB​ 01' 30'' ​

A single daisy is divided into two parts: a small calyx and Flower 2. First, crochet the small calyx, then assemble the wire, and finally attach the flower, mindful to leave one flower for the decoration of the basket. Please refer to the video demonstration for specifics.

Note:
1. Leave a yarn tail of about 10cm at the end;
2. Make a total of 24 single daisy, reserve 6 branches for vine making, the remaining part, 2~3 branches form 1 bunch of daisies, for a total of 8 bunches.

Part 3 Ribbon LeavesC​ & Vine DecorationsD​ 06' 26'' ​

First, make the ribbon leaves. After completion, reserve 14 ribbon leaves for the vine decoration making, and 1 ribbon leaf for the basket decoration. Then, make a bunch of ribbon leaves. Please refer to the video demonstration for specifics.

Note:
1. The ribbon leaves come in 2 colors. They are made using the same method, with approximately 35 to 40 pieces made in total. Each group of 4 to 5 leaves forms one bundle of ribbon leaves, with colors chosen randomly, making a total of 5 bundles.
2. There are 2 vine decorations, each consisting of 14 ribbon leaves and 6 daisies.

Part 4 Basket DecorationE​ & AssemblyF​ 18' 23'' ​

Make decorations on the basket using lace ribbons and cards, etc., and then assemble. First add floral foam in the basket, cover with wrapping paper, and then insert various flower branches and clip notes. Please refer to the video demonstration for specifics.