I had this vision for a bracelet that would combine two of my favorite crafts into one wearable piece. Something that looked intricate enough to impress but was actually achievable for anyone comfortable with basic crochet stitches. I wanted the sunflower to pop, the leaves to look realistic, and the band to have that trendy boho macramé texture everyone loves right now.
After lots of experimenting with petal layering and testing different closure methods, I finally landed on this design. The dimensional center with those little bobbles, the two layers of golden petals fanning out, and those sweet veined leaves clustered to one side.
I am SO pleased with how it turned out! It fits beautifully on the wrist, adjusts to multiple sizes with the sliding knot closure, and honestly looks like something you would find at a craft market for twenty dollars or more.
Why You Will Love This Sunflower Bracelet Crochet Pattern
This project hits a sweet spot that can be hard to find. It looks impressively detailed, but the actual techniques are manageable once you break them down. You are essentially making four separate pieces and then assembling them. The sunflower center, the petal layer, three little leaves, and the band. None of those individual components takes more than an hour.
The adjustable sliding knot closure means one size fits most adult wrists. No clasps to buy, no fussy jewelry findings to wrestle with. Just smooth cotton cord that slides open and closed easily.
This bracelet makes an incredible handmade gift. Think birthdays, teacher appreciation, bridesmaids, or anyone who lights up at sunflowers. It also works beautifully as a quick craft market item if you sell your makes.
Skill Level
This pattern is rated intermediate. You should feel comfortable working in the round, joining rounds with slip stitches, and following multi-step stitch instructions. The bobble stitch in the sunflower center might be new to you, but I will walk you through it completely.
If you have never done macramé before, do not panic. The square knots are simpler than they sound, and I have included an alternate fully crocheted band option if you prefer to skip the knotting altogether.
Estimated Time to Complete
Plan for about three to five hours total. Here is how that breaks down:
This is a perfect project to spread across a few evenings or to tackle in one cozy afternoon session.
Finished Measurements
The bracelet fits most adult wrists comfortably.
Materials Needed for Your Sunflower Macramé Bracelet
Yarn and Cord
Hooks
Notions
Recommended Yarn Brands
Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton in Ecru, Goldenrod, Chocolate, and Sage works beautifully. This mercerized worsted weight cotton has excellent stitch definition and a subtle sheen that makes the petals look polished.
Hobbii Twister Cotton Worsted in Natural, Sunflower, Cappuccino, and Khaki gives you a matte finish that matches the earthy, natural vibe of this design perfectly.
Paintbox Yarns Simply DK held double works as a substitute if you cannot find worsted weight cotton locally.
Substitution tip: Stick with cotton or cotton blend yarns. Avoid wool or fluffy novelty yarns because they will obscure the stitch definition you need for crisp petals and realistic leaf texture.
Gauge
Using size D-3 hook with worsted weight cotton:
5 single crochet stitches x 5 rows = 1 inch (2.5 cm)
Your sunflower center magic ring should measure approximately 5/8 inch (1.5 cm) after completing Round 1.
Gauge is less critical for the band since the length is adjustable. The finished band should be approximately 7/8 inch wide.
Take time to check your gauge before starting. A smaller hook produces a tighter, more dimensional flower.
Abbreviations and Stitch Definitions
Let me define every abbreviation before we begin. If a term is new to you, read the plain English explanation carefully.
Special Stitches
Bobble Stitch (bob)
This creates those adorable raised bumps in the sunflower center. Here is exactly how to work it:
1. Yarn over, insert hook into the indicated stitch.
2. Yarn over and pull up a loop. You now have 3 loops on your hook.
3. Yarn over and draw through 2 loops only. You now have 2 loops remaining.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 four more times in the SAME stitch. Each time, stop with 2 loops on hook. After all 5 partial stitches, you will have 6 loops total on your hook.
5. Yarn over and draw through all 6 loops at once.
6. Chain 1 to close and secure the bobble.
The bobble pops out on the right side of your work. Do not stress if your first one looks wonky. They get easier fast.
Petal Stitch for Inner Layer
This creates one raised petal shell:
1. Slip stitch into indicated stitch.
2. Chain 2.
3. Work 3 double crochet into the same stitch.
4. Chain 2.
5. Slip stitch into the same stitch.
Petal Stitch for Outer Layer
This creates one larger petal:
1. Slip stitch into indicated stitch.
2. Chain 3.
3. Work 4 double crochet into the same stitch.
4. Chain 3.
5. Slip stitch into the same stitch.
Adjustable Sliding Knot
This is how the bracelet adjusts to fit different wrist sizes:
1. Overlap the two cord ends by approximately 3 inches.
2. Using one cord end, form a loop around the other cord.
3. Wrap the working cord end around the parallel section 3 times.
4. Thread the working cord end back through those 3 wraps.
5. Pull snug.
6. Repeat with the second cord end, going in the opposite direction.
7. Pull both knots toward each other to tighten the bracelet, apart to loosen.
Step by Step Crochet Pattern Instructions
Sunflower Center
Use Chocolate Brown yarn and size D-3 hook.
Round 1: Make a magic ring. Work 6 sc into the ring. Pull ring closed. Join with sl st to first sc. (6 sc)
Round 2: Ch 1. Work 2 sc in each st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sc)
Round 3: Ch 1. Work (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) around. Join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc)
Round 4: Ch 1. Work (sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sc)
Round 5: Ch 1. Work (bob in next st, sc in next st) around. Join with sl st to first st. (12 bobbles, 12 sc)
Fasten off, leaving a 12 inch tail for sewing. Your center should measure approximately 1 inch across with all bobbles sitting on the right side.
Sunflower Petals Inner Layer
Use Golden Yellow yarn and size D-3 hook.
Foundation: Make a magic ring. Ch 1. Work 10 sc into the ring. Pull ring closed. Join with sl st to first sc. (10 sc)
Round 1: Ch 1. Work 2 sc in each st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (20 sc)
Round 2: Work Petal Stitch for Inner Layer in each of the 20 sts around. Sl st into first st, work petal, sl st into next st, repeat around. Join with sl st. (20 inner petals)
Do not fasten off.
Sunflower Petals Outer Layer
Round 3: Working into the back loops of the 10 original foundation sc from the Foundation round, work Petal Stitch for Outer Layer in each of the 10 sts around. (10 outer petals)
Fasten off, leaving a 12 inch tail.
You should now have a two-layer petal piece. The 20 inner petals sit upright. The 10 outer petals fan outward and sit slightly lower and behind. Total diameter should be approximately 1¾ inches.
Assembling the Sunflower
1. Place the brown center on top of the yellow petal piece, bobble side facing up.
2. Using the long brown tail and tapestry needle, whipstitch around the perimeter of the center, sewing it firmly to the petal piece.
3. Thread the black glass bead onto sharp needle with matching thread. Sew it firmly to the very center of the brown section, passing through several times and knotting securely on the wrong side.
Large Leaf (Make 1)
Use Sage Green yarn and size D-3 hook.
Ch 11.
Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook: sl st 1, sc 1, hdc 1, dc 3, hdc 1, sc 1, sl st 1. Work 3 sc into the last ch (leaf tip). Rotating to work along the opposite side of the foundation chain: sl st 1, sc 1, hdc 1, dc 3, hdc 1, sc 1, sl st 1. Join with sl st to first sl st.
Row 2 (center vein): Ch 1. Working in BLO only, sc along the center spine back to the starting point, inserting hook into the back loop of each st. Sc across 10 sts to the tip. Fasten off.
Leave a 12 inch tail. The finished leaf measures approximately 7/8 inch long.
Small Leaf (Make 2)
Use Sage Green yarn and size D-3 hook.
Ch 9.
Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook: sl st 1, sc 1, hdc 1, dc 2, hdc 1, sc 1, sl st 1. Work 3 sc into the last ch (leaf tip). Rotating to work along the opposite side: sl st 1, sc 1, hdc 1, dc 2, hdc 1, sc 1, sl st 1. Join with sl st to first sl st.
Row 2 (center vein): Ch 1. Working in BLO only, sc back across 8 sts toward the starting tail end. Fasten off.
Leave a 12 inch tail. Each small leaf measures approximately 5/8 inch long.
Band Using Macramé Method
Cut the following from 3mm natural cotton cord:
Step 1: Fold each working cord in half. Attach each pair to the core cords using a lark’s head knot.
Step 2: Work square knots across the band using the four outermost working strands over the two core cords.
Square knot instructions:
Step 3: Continue working square knots tightly until the knotted section measures 6 inches.
Step 4: Thread each core cord end through a wooden bead.
Step 5: Trim working cords to 1 inch and unravel slightly for fringe tassels.
Alternate Crochet Band Method
If you prefer skipping the macramé, use 3mm cord and size C-2 hook.
Ch 5.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn. (4 sc)
Row 2: Ch 1. Working in BLO only, sc in each st across. Turn. (4 sc)
Rows 3 through 38: Repeat Row 2 until band measures 6 inches.
Fasten off. Thread two 10 inch cord lengths through the band ends to form closure loops.
Closure Assembly
1. Thread both cord ends through a wooden bead at each end of the band. Knot below the bead to secure.
2. Trim to 3/4 inch and unravel for tassels.
3. Work two adjustable sliding knots where the ends overlap.
Final Assembly
1. Position the sunflower on the center front of the band.
2. Arrange leaves with the large leaf to the left and two small leaves at downward angles below it.
3. Sew each leaf to the band and to the back of the sunflower petal layer using the long tails.
4. Sew the sunflower firmly to the band with whipstitch.
5. Weave in all ends securely.
Care Instructions
Hand wash only in cool water with mild soap. Do not wring. Press gently between towels and reshape while damp. Lay flat to dry. Remove before swimming. Store flat to protect the petals.
Tips for Success
Blocking: Lightly wet block the sunflower and leaves before assembly. Dampen with cool water, shape the petals with your fingers, and let dry completely. This evens out tension beautifully.
Size adjustments: For a shorter band, remove 4 square knots or 5 crochet rows per half inch. For longer, add the same.
Making the sunflower larger: Add another round of outer petals using the larger petal stitch, working into every other back loop of Round 1.
I really hope you enjoy making this sunflower macramé bracelet as much as I enjoyed designing it. It is one of those projects that looks so impressive when worn, and the compliments never stop coming!
If this pattern is going on your project list, save it to your Pinterest boards so you can find it easily when you are ready to start. And please, please drop a comment below if you make one. I would absolutely love to see your finished bracelets and hear which color combinations you chose!
