Daffodils in Deramores Studio DK Acrylic - Downloadable PDF

Daffodils Crochet Pattern in Deramores Studio DK Acrylic by Helen Free

What You Will Make

This pattern by designer Helen Free guides you through crocheting a set of beautifully realistic daffodil decorations. Each finished daffodil features a fully worked flower head complete with petals and a central trumpet, mounted on a stem supported by a bamboo skewer. The flowers can be displayed as a decorative arrangement or, with an optional brooch pin, worn as a wearable accessory. This makes the pattern wonderfully versatile — suitable as a home decoration, a gift, or a handmade fashion accent.

Materials Required

The pattern calls for Deramores Studio DK Acrylic yarn in two specific colourways:

• Yarn A: Citrine — 1 x 100g ball, used for the sunny yellow petals and trumpet of the daffodil
• Yarn B: Peridot — 1 x 100g ball, used for the green stems and foliage

Both shades are worked at DK weight, giving the finished flowers a neat, well-defined texture that holds its shape effectively. The acrylic fibre content of Deramores Studio DK means the decorations are durable, easy to care for, and resistant to wear over time — ideal for decorations that will be handled or displayed repeatedly.

Hook and Additional Tools

A 3mm crochet hook is specified for this project, which is a slightly smaller hook than is typical for DK yarn. Working at a tighter tension helps the crocheted fabric hold its three-dimensional shape, which is essential when constructing sculptural floral decorations. Additional tools and materials include:

• Stitch markers — to keep track of rounds and key stitch positions
• Bamboo skewers — one per flower, inserted into the stem to provide structure and allow the daffodil to stand upright in an arrangement
• Jewellery wire — five lengths of 30cm per flower, used to support and shape the petals, giving them a lifelike, slightly curved appearance
• Tapestry needle — for weaving in yarn ends and assembling the components
• Optional brooch pin — if you wish to wear the finished daffodil as a corsage or accessory

Techniques and Construction

This is rated as an intermediate crochet project, meaning it is best suited to makers who are already comfortable with basic crochet stitches and working in the round. The pattern introduces a combination of flat and three-dimensional construction methods to build up each element of the daffodil separately before assembly. The use of jewellery wire woven through the petals is a particularly satisfying technique that elevates the finished piece from a simple decoration to something that closely resembles a real flower.

Stitches Used

The pattern makes use of a range of standard UK crochet terminology. The stitches referenced include:

• Ch — Chain
• Sl st — Slip stitch
• UK Dc — Double crochet (equivalent to single crochet in US terminology)
• Htr — Half treble crochet
• Tr — Treble crochet
• Dtr — Double treble crochet

The progression from shorter to taller stitches — from double crochet through to double treble crochet — is a classic technique used in crochet floral patterns to create the natural curve and flare of petals. By placing taller stitches at the outer edges and shorter stitches at the base, each petal takes on a graceful, organic shape without the need for blocking or stiffening agents.

Pattern Format and Designer Background

The Daffodils pattern by Helen Free is available as a downloadable PDF from Deramores, making it instantly accessible after purchase