In this free Amigurumi pattern I show you how to crochet an Amigurumi sun. The crocheted sun is a great toy, but can also be used as a pendant or for a mobile.
Introduction: Amigurumi – Crochet Big Sun “Sunshine”
Knowledge: Amigurumi – Crochet Big Sun “Sunshine”
- Chain Stitches
- Double Crochet Stitches (UK!)
- Double Treble Crochet Stitches (UK!)
- Half Treble Crochet Stitches (UK!)
- Magic Ring
- Slip Stitches
- Treble Crochet Stitches (UK!)
- Turning Chain Stitches
Supplies: Amigurumi – Crochet Big Sun “Sunshine”
Crochet Hook
You will need a crochet hook with a size of 12 (british). For converting to other sizes, the crochet hook size converter will help you. I have selected some great crochet hooks for you here.
Darning Yarn
I have used darning yarn in the shade of black here. If you cannot find a suitable darning yarn in your supplies, I have already selected some for you.
Filling
For filling, I used synthetic filling made of 100% polyester. However, there are numerous alternatives for filling material. If you’ve run out of filling, I’ve prepared a refill for you here.
Paint
I used acrylic paint in the shade of pink here. This paint is non-toxic, water-dilutable, waterproof, and adheres to almost any surface. I found a great set of acrylic paints for you to try out here.
Safety Eyes
I used 2 safety eyes with a diameter of 1/4 inches. The eyes are completely black. However, there are countless alternatives for amigurumi eyes. You might prefer other safety eyes as well.
Scissors – any
You’ll need any scissors. It’s best to use your most beautiful scissors because it brings you joy. If you don’t have really nice scissors, I’ve picked out some lovely ones for you.
Wool Needle
You’ll need a wool needle with a blunt tip. The thickness of the wool needle should match the thickness of your yarn. You might like the set of wool needles I’ve picked out for you.
Yarn – Schachenmayr – Catania – 208 – sonne (sonnengelb)
I used yarn in the shade Sun. The material is 100% cotton. The yardage is 137 yds / 1.75 oz. If you want to replenish your supply, I’ve already picked out the matching yarn for you here.
Yarn – Schachenmayr – Catania – 403 – vanille (hellgelb)
I used yarn in the shade Vanilla. The material is 100% cotton. The yardage is 137 yds / 1.75 oz. If you want to replenish your supply, I’ve already picked out the matching yarn for you here.
Size: Amigurumi – Crochet Big Sun “Sunshine”
Here you find the size specifications for the crocheted sun.
| Needle Size | Yarn | Diameter |
| 12 (shown example) | 137yds / 1.75oz, 100% cotton | 10cm |
Crochet Pattern: Amigurumi – Crochet Big Sun “Sunshine”
For the Amigurumi Sun we first crochet two parts for the center. Then crochet one border around the center, while crocheting both pieces together. If you want you can make a face for the Amigurumi sun and of course the crocheted sun will be filled and stuffed.
Crochet Sun Center (2x)
Crochet the center for the sun two times from inside to outside in spiral rounds with double crochet stitches (UK!).
- light yellow:
- 1st round: magic ring + 6 double crochet stitches (UK!) = 6 stitches
- 2nd round: double every stitch = 12 stitches
- 3rd round: double every 2nd stitch = 18 stitches
- 4th round: double every 3rd stitch = 24 stitches
- 5th round: double every 4th stitch = 30 stitches
- 6th round: double every 5th stitch = 36 stitches
- 7th round: double every 6th stitch = 42 stitches
- 8th round: double every 7th stitch = 48 stitches
- 9. + 10th round: (= 2 rounds) each stitch one stitch = 48 stitches
- beyond the end of the round: 1x 1 slip stitch into one stitch
- Attach Safety Eyes, Position:
- after the 4th round
- 11 stitches distance
- cut the thread, pull off the loop
Crochet Sun Border
Now let’s crochet a border around the sun, which has the shape of sun rays. We crochet both parts together and of course the sun is still filled.
You start anywhere and always stitch into both loops of the front and back sides.
- yellow:
- 1 slip stitch + 1 lifting-chain stitch
- repeat:
- into every 1st stitch:
- 2 chain stitches + 1 slip stitch into the 1st chain stitch
- into every 2nd stitch:
- into every 3rd stitch:
- cut the thread, pull off the loop, secure and weave in the thread end
You simply repeat the sun rays until the end of the round and continue to stitch into both loops of the front and back sides.
Shortly before the end of the round, the sun is completely filled and stuffed.
Then you just crochet until the border is completely closed.
Finish Amigurumi Sun
This way is your crocheted Amigurumi sun actually already finished. If you want you can still embroider a mouth with black darning yarn and paint a few cheeks with pink acrylic paint.
