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Materials Green yarn Brown yarn Crochet hook Scissors Stitch marker Wire (15 cm) Yarn needle Glue Cotton for stuffingAbbreviations sc - single crochet dc - double crochet trc - treble crochet (or triple crochet) ch - chain sl st - slip stitch inc - increase (make 2 single crochets in one stitch) Gauge The exact gauge is not provided in the information, ensure to keep consistent tension throughout the project to ensure similar results.Step by step Pattern Soil (Seow) Start with a magic ring. Row 1: 6 sc into magic ring, sl st to first sc to join. Row 2: Ch 1, inc; repeat from * to * around (12 sc), sl st to first sc. Row 3: Ch 1, sc, inc; repeat from * to * around, sl st to join. Row 4: Ch 1, 2 sc, inc; repeat from * to * around, sl st to join. Row 5: Ch 1, 3 sc, inc; repeat from * to * around, sl st to join.
Stamen (follow the pattern of Soil with brown yarn) Petals Row 1: Row 2: Petals (Make 12 or as many as needed): Sl st Ch 2 Ch 2 Sl st into the next 2 stitches on the circle base, then repeat the steps to create the next petalAdjusting the Pattern: For larger petals: Add more chains at the beginning and end of each petal, use more treble crochet stitches, or add a second row of stitches to each petal. For smaller petals: Use fewer chains at the start and end of each petal, use double crochet instead of treble crochet, or eliminate stitches.Leaves Start with a slipknot, ch 8. Working with a piece of wire, sc in second ch from the hook, hdc in next, dc in next two chs, repeat hdc and end with sc. Ch 2, continue on other side with corresponding stitches. Bind off, secure wire with yarn, and glue into place.
Pot Start with a magic ring. Row 1: 8 sc in magic ring, sl st to join. Continue with a series of increases until Row 5. Row 5 onwards: Work the stitches in the back loops only, maintaining a consistent number of 40 sc, working increases as necessary. Final Row: Crochet in the front loops, creating a decorative edge with "skip 1 stitch, 4 dc in next stitch, ch 1, skip 1 st, sl st".Assembly Stuff the pot with cotton. Place the completed soil with the sunflower into the pot. Secure all pieces together using long yarn tails and glue where necessary for added stability.Finishing Weave in all ends. Attach wire-supported leaves to the stem of the flower. Apply glue to secure the wire and wrap additional green yarn around for a finished look. The result is a charming crocheted sunflower in a pot, perfect for decorating a space or as a thoughtful handmade gift.