In a quiet corner of a cozy cottage, where the morning light spills gently through lace curtains, there sits a little handmade duck. Its soft, white yarn body is warm to the touch, and its tiny orange beak seems to hold a perpetual smile. But what makes this duck truly special are the bright, golden petals of a sunflower that bloom from its head, as if it carries a piece of the sun itself wherever it goes.
This little sunflower duck is more than just a toy; it’s a companion. It sits on the bedside table, watching over dreams with its gentle, embroidered eyes. It’s there to remind you that even on the cloudiest days, there’s always a bit of sunshine within reach. Its presence is a soft whisper of hope, a reminder that beauty can grow from the simplest of things—a loop of yarn, a bit of patience, and a heart full of love.
In a world that often feels too fast, too loud, this little duck is a pause button. It invites you to slow down, to breathe, to remember the joy of creating something with your own hands. It’s a nod to the past, to the generations of crafters who found solace in the rhythm of a hook and thread, and a bridge to the present, where we all need a little more warmth and connection.
So, when the weight of the world feels heavy, hold this little sunflower duck. Feel its softness, trace the stitches that tell a story of care and dedication. Let it remind you that even in the smallest creations, there is magic. And just like the sunflower that turns its face to the sun, you too can find your light, your joy, your peace.
This little duck is not just a toy; it’s a hug, a smile, a piece of sunshine. And it’s here to stay, right by your side, through every season of life.
X: sc(single crochet) V: 2 sc into the same stitch A: single crochet decrease number+(): the number of times to loop the stitches in parentheses T: hdc (half double crochet) F: dc (double crochet)
① Duckling Body Crochet
| Row | Stitch |
| R1 | Magic Ring 6X |
| R2 | 6V |
| R3 | 6 (X, V) |
| R4 | 6 (X, V, X) |
| R5 | 6 (3X, V) |
| R6~R8 | 30X |
| R9 | 10X, 2V, 6X, 2V, 10X |
| R10 | 10X, 2(X, V), V, 4X, V, 2(V,X), 10X |
| R11~R12 | 40X |
| R13 | 10X, 2(X, A), A, 4X, A, 2(A,X), 10x |
| R14 | 10X, 2A, 6X, 2A, 10X |
| R15 | FLO(Through front loops only): 30X |
| R16~R18 | 30X |
| R19 | 6 (2X, V, 2X) |
| R20 | 36X |
| R21 | 6 (5X, V) |
| R22 | 42X |
| R23 | 6 (3X, V, 3X) |
| R24~R27 | 48X |
| R28 | 8 (2X, A, 2X) |
| R29 | 8 (3X, A) |
| R30 | 8 (X, A, X) |
| R31 | 8 (X, A) |
| R32 | 8A , Fasten off and weave in end |
② Crochet Duckling’s Beak
| Row | Stitch |
| R1 | Magic Ring 6X |
| R2 | 6V , Fasten off and weave in end, Pinch it flat and sew the corners of the mouth together to make almost ten beaks (triangles). |
③ Crochet Duckling Legs
| Row | Stitch |
| R1 | Magic Ring 6X |
| R2 | X, 3ch, k2,V, X, V |
| R3 | 9X (Crochet in the hollow of the previous row2X) |
| R4 | 9X |
| Pinch and flatten the sides, merge and crochet 4X, break the stitches | |
| In the hollow section, crochet 6X | |
| R1~R3: 6X |
④ Crochet Duckling Wings
| 7ch, in second chain from hook, 3X, 2T, (6F), 2T, 3X, Stitch in the main body on rows R20-R22 |
⑤ Crochet Sunflower Petals *9
| Row | Stitch |
| R1 | Magic Ring 6X |
| R2 | 3 (X,V) |
| R3~R4 | 9X |
Crochet 8 petals,Fasten off and weave in end,
For the 9th petal, without breaking the thread, crochet 4X, attach the next petal, and crochet 4X on the attached petal.
Attach the next petal, crochet 4X, Attach the next petal, crochet 4X,
Repeat.
Connect the 9 petals together.
Flip to the opposite side and link 9 petals from the opposite side in the same way,crochet 4X, Attach the next petal
Assembly is complete, the finished product display effect
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