Brighten your craft days with a Smiling Crochet Sun! A gorgeous amigurumi pattern featuring adorable rays, perfect for creating cheerful handmade decor.
This cheerful design brings warmth and positivity to any room or setting. With its playful rays and delightful smile, it’s not just a decorative piece—it’s a charming companion that spreads joy wherever it goes. Made to help spruce up your space or act as a unique gift for loved ones, this crochet pattern delivers both beauty and functionality. It’s also ideal for learning new crochet techniques, ensuring fun and creativity along the way.
Crochet Sun With Rays Amigurumi
Whether used as part of a child’s bedroom, a cheerful addition to your workspace, or a stunning centerpiece for seasonal décor, this handcrafted sun radiates charm and happiness. Beyond aesthetics, it introduces a sense of comfort and cheer, making it perfect for uplifting moods or brightening someone’s day.
How To Crochet Sun With Rays
This tutorial will guide you through making a cute sun amigurumi with rays, perfect for baby mobiles, decorations, or gifting! This cheerful project is part of a crochet set designed by Shree from Cute Crochet. The final piece features a smiling sun with safety eyes, embroidered details, and orange triangular rays.
Materials Needed:
- Yarn:
- Yellow 4-ply yarn (for the face/body)
- Orange yarn (for the sun rays)
- Pink yarn (for the cheeks)
- Black yarn (for the smile)
- Crochet Hook:
- 3mm crochet hook (recommended to ensure tight stitches for amigurumi).
- Other Supplies:
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker or paper clip
- Stuffing (polyfill)
- Safety eyes (6mm size)
- Scissors
Abbreviations:
| Abbreviation | Stitch/Action |
|---|---|
| MC | Magic Circle |
| SC | Single Crochet |
| INC | Increase (2 SC in one stitch) |
| SL ST | Slip Stitch |
| CH | Chain |
Instructions:
Face/Body (Yellow):
- Round 1:
- Make a magic circle.
- CH 1, place 8 SC in the MC.
- Pull the tail to tighten the MC and close it.
- Mark the last stitch.
- Round 2:
- Make 2 SC into each stitch around (INC in every stitch).
- Total: 16 SC.
- Round 3:
- Make 1 SC in the first stitch, 2 SC in the next stitch (INC).
- Repeat 1 SC, INC around.
- Total: 24 SC.
- Round 4:
- Make 1 SC in each of the first 2 stitches, then 2 SC in the third stitch (INC).
- Repeat 2 SC, INC around.
- Total: 32 SC.
- Round 5:
- Make 1 SC in each of the first 3 stitches, then INC in the fourth stitch.
- Repeat 3 SC, INC around.
- Total: 40 SC.
- Round 6 (Final Increase Round):
- Make 1 SC in each of the first 4 stitches, then INC in the fifth stitch.
- Repeat 4 SC, INC around.
- Total: 48 SC.
- Round 7:
- Work 1 SC in each stitch around.
- Total: 48 SC.
- Round 8:
- Repeat 1 SC in each stitch around.
- Total: 48 SC.
- Fasten Off:
- After Round 8, make 1 SL ST in the next stitch, then CH 1 and leave a long tail for sewing.
- Create two identical pieces for the front and back.
Safety Eyes & Cheeks Placement:
- Safety Eyes:
- Attach 6mm safety eyes between Rounds 4 & 5, with 10 stitches between them.
- Secure the eyes with their backing pieces.
- Cheeks:
- Using pink yarn: Make a magic circle, CH 1, and place 6 SC in the circle.
- Tighten the circle.
- SL ST into the first stitch, fasten off, and leave a tail for sewing.
- Make two cheeks and sew them symmetrically under the eyes.
Sun Rays (Orange):
- Round 1:
- Make a magic circle, CH 1, and place 6 SC in the circle.
- Pull the tail to close the circle.
- Round 2:
- Make 1 SC in each stitch around.
- Total: 6 SC.
- Round 3:
- Make 1 SC in the first stitch, then 2 SC in the second stitch (INC).
- Repeat 1 SC, INC around.
- Total: 9 SC.
- Round 4:
- Make 1 SC in each stitch around.
- Total: 9 SC.
- Round 5:
- Make 1 SC in each of the first 2 stitches, then INC in the third stitch.
- Repeat 2 SC, INC around.
- Total: 12 SC.
- Fasten Off:
- SL ST into the next stitch, CH 1, and leave a tail for sewing.
- Pinch the piece into a triangle shape.
- Repeat: Create 8 sun rays.
Assembly:
- Sew Two Body Pieces Together:
- Sandwich the two yellow face/body pieces back-to-back.
- Using the longer yellow tail, sew the pieces together through the back loops of each stitch.
- Add Stuffing:
- Stop sewing when there’s ~1 inch opening left.
- Lightly stuff the piece (avoid overstuffing it, as the sun should remain slightly flat).
- Finish sewing the opening.
- Attach Sun Rays:
- Sew the orange triangular rays to the face using the front loops of the body’s outer round.
- Align each ray evenly around the circle.
- Sew through each ray’s back side to secure them further.
- Embroider the Smile:
- Use black yarn and a yarn needle to embroider the smile in between Rounds 2 & 3.
- Tie knots for security, hide ends, and trim excess yarn.
Conclusion:
Congratulations! Your cheerful crochet sun amigurumi is complete, featuring a smiling face, pink cheeks, and orange rays. This adorable design is sure to brighten up any space. Whether you’re creating a baby mobile, a playful decoration, or a gift, this pattern is a delightful addition to your crochet creations.
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