Crochet Sunflower Corner Bookmark – Free Pattern

This crochet sunflower corner bookmark is an original practical crochet project. Two fine-cotton triangular corner pockets joined on two sides with a flat sunflower medallion stitched to the front, golden petals around a brown spiral center. Follow the complete US-terminology instructions below, beginning with a washed swatch and the measurement checkpoints.

Two flat sage right triangles form a pocket that slides over a page corner. Sew their two perpendicular sides together and leave the diagonal edge open. A small golden sunflower with a brown spiral center is sewn to the outer front only, so the pocket remains clear.

Pattern Details

• Hook Size: 1.5 mm starting point; adjust to dense flat thread fabric
• Finished Size: Triangle legs about 2.25 inches; sunflower about 1.25-1.5 inches across
• Gauge: 32 sc and 36 rows = 4 inches in washed thread fabric
• Estimated Time: 3-5 hours
• Construction: Two 18-row right triangles, two-edge seam, 12-petal flat sunflower
• Skill level: Intermediate

Why You’ll Love This Project

The decoration is part of a useful, deliberately shaped project rather than a generic motif added to an unrelated pattern. Separate construction stages make counting manageable, while the limited palette keeps the silhouette readable. You can pause between components and check the measurements before committing to final assembly.

Materials

• Size 10 smooth cotton crochet thread: planning allowance 45 yards sage, 15 yards golden yellow and 8 yards brown
• 1.5 mm hook, fine blunt needle, scissors, removable markers and ruler
• Plain scrap paper for fit testing; no glue or stiffener

Gauge, Measurements, and Planning

At eight stitches per inch the 18-stitch top edge measures 2.25 inches; at nine rows per inch the 18-row side measures 2 inches. Block gently to a right angle, without forcing equal legs. The two panels must be identical. This thin pocket works best over a small group of sturdy pages rather than fragile paper. Test on scrap paper first; avoid rare books and thin Bible paper. The medallion may extend a little beyond the outer page corner, but keep its sewing inside the front panel.

Make and wash a gauge swatch before beginning. Measure only after the swatch is completely dry. If the stitch width differs, change hook size rather than pulling the working yarn tighter. Keep a written count at the end of every section so the finished edges remain balanced and the assembly points line up.

Abbreviations and Special Stitches

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)
• rnd: round
• BLO: back loop only
• inc: 2 stitches in one stitch
• sc2tog: single crochet two stitches together
• RS: right side
• WS: wrong side
• sp: space

Special stitch guidance: An sc increase is 2 sc in one stitch. For the triangle, increase only along the same sloping edge: at the END of even-numbered rows and the START of odd-numbered rows. Its opposite edge stays straight. Ch 1 to turn is uncounted. A sunflower petal is [sl st, ch 2, hdc, ch 2, sl st] all anchored in one brown stitch; work twelve small petals, one per center stitch. Do not join the center rounds; keep them continuous to form a spiral.

Important Notes

• Pattern development note: stitch arithmetic and written construction have been reviewed computationally; this design has not been physically sample-tested. Gauge, yardage and finished measurements are planning targets, not a tested guarantee. Swatch and check fit before making a gift.
• Beginning ch 1 or ch 2 and joining slip stitches never count as stitches. Mark the first counted stitch of each round and move the marker after completing the round.
• On flat rows, turn after each row and work the first stitch into the last stitch of the previous row. On joined rounds, join to the first counted stitch and do not turn unless specifically instructed.
• Change color on the final yarn-over of the stitch before the new color is needed. Leave a 6-inch tail and weave it back and forth through same-color stitches after construction.
• Use the written stitch counts for structure and your washed gauge for dimensions. Do not silently add shaping increases to correct a measurement; make a fresh swatch with a different hook first.
• Images are AI-generated design illustrations, not stitch charts or photographs of a physically tested sample. Follow the written counts and your measured gauge.

Complete Instructions for Crochet Sunflower Corner Bookmark

Crochet the Matched Right Triangles

1. Make two triangles. With sage ch 2. Row 1: sc in second chain. (1 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
2. Row 2: 2 sc in first stitch. (2 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
3. Row 3: 2 sc in first stitch, sc in remaining 1 stitches. (3 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
4. Row 4: sc in first 2 stitches, 2 sc in last stitch. (4 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
5. Row 5: 2 sc in first stitch, sc in remaining 3 stitches. (5 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
6. Row 6: sc in first 4 stitches, 2 sc in last stitch. (6 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
7. Row 7: 2 sc in first stitch, sc in remaining 5 stitches. (7 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
8. Row 8: sc in first 6 stitches, 2 sc in last stitch. (8 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
9. Row 9: 2 sc in first stitch, sc in remaining 7 stitches. (9 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
10. Row 10: sc in first 8 stitches, 2 sc in last stitch. (10 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
11. Row 11: 2 sc in first stitch, sc in remaining 9 stitches. (11 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
12. Row 12: sc in first 10 stitches, 2 sc in last stitch. (12 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
13. Row 13: 2 sc in first stitch, sc in remaining 11 stitches. (13 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
14. Row 14: sc in first 12 stitches, 2 sc in last stitch. (14 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
15. Row 15: 2 sc in first stitch, sc in remaining 13 stitches. (15 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
16. Row 16: sc in first 14 stitches, 2 sc in last stitch. (16 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
17. Row 17: 2 sc in first stitch, sc in remaining 15 stitches. (17 sts) Ch 1 and turn.
18. Row 18: sc in first 16 stitches, 2 sc in last stitch. (18 sts) Fasten off.

Crochet the Small Sunflower

1. With brown make a magic ring. Center Round 1: 6 sc into ring; tighten, mark first sc. (6 sts) Do not join or turn.
2. Center Round 2: 2 sc in each of six stitches. (12 sts) Slip stitch in next stitch to level the spiral; this slip stitch replaces no count and is not worked separately in the petal round. Fasten off brown and weave the ring tail securely on WS.
3. Join golden yellow into that same marked first brown sc, going under its original top loops. Petal 1: sl st, ch 2, hdc, ch 2, sl st, all in that one brown sc. Move to the next brown sc and repeat. Continue for twelve petals total, one in each of twelve brown stitches. The slip stitches and petal chains are not a new working round of sc.
4. After Petal 12 fasten off with a 16-inch sewing tail. Ease petals side by side, damp-block without stretching, and let dry. If they cup strongly, loosen the chain tension or remake with a slightly finer yellow thread. Do not force-flat with glue or hot ironing.
5. Place one triangle RS up. Its straight side and Row-18 edge meet at the upper corner. Position the brown center roughly 0.6 inch inward from each of those two edges so the flower sits near the corner and petals point outward. Sew around the brown center with small stitches through the FRONT triangle only. Add one tiny securing stitch at each petal base; keep petal tips free and all tails on front WS. Do not attach the back yet.

Join the Pocket and Test on Paper

1. Place the decorated front and plain back WS together. Align Row 18, the straight row-end edge and the diagonal. With sage whipstitch the eighteen corresponding Row-18 positions from the diagonal corner toward the right-angle corner.
2. Pivot and whipstitch one pair of row ends for each of the eighteen rows along the straight side, ending at the Row-1 point. Do not double-sew a large knot at the turn; catch the first row-end loops just beside the completed final-row seam. Keep the entire stepped diagonal edge open.
3. Weave seam ends flat between the layers, with no long floats inside the pocket. Slide two or three sheets of scrap paper into the diagonal opening until their corner reaches the joined right-angle corner. The medallion remains on the outside and the two joined sides follow the paper edges.
4. Close an expendable paperback gently to check bulk. If the cover bows or paper bends, use a finer thread/hook combination and remake both matched triangles; do not press the flower hard into pages. Remove the bookmark before wetting it. Wash gently by hand and air dry flat, completely away from the book. This is a reading accessory, not a toy for young children.

Assembly and Shaping

Put the two triangles together with their straight side edges and final rows aligned. Join only the straight row-end edge and the last-row edge. Those edges form the page corner; the diagonal stays open. Attach the medallion before pocket assembly to prevent sewing through the rear panel.

Lay every component on a flat surface before joining. Match the marked centers first, then divide each remaining edge into equal sections. Work through both layers with consistent tension and pause after each section to check that the fabric lies flat. This measured approach prevents twisting and keeps decorative details facing the intended direction.

Finishing

1. Fasten off with a 6-inch tail; weave through three separate groups of stitches, changing direction twice.
2. Damp-block gently according to the fiber label, check the intended shape, and dry fully before assembly or use.
3. Inspect both sides, all joins, and every decorative attachment; resecure a loose stitch before gifting.
4. Include the fiber content and washing instructions with the finished item. Keep the item away from candles and other heat sources.

For a polished result, weave each tail through several same-color stitches, reverse direction once, and trim only after the fabric has been gently stretched. Block to the listed dimensions without flattening textured stitches. Inspect joins, borders, straps, and decorative pieces before the project is used or gifted.

Helpful Tips

• Mark both end stitches and keep a row tally.
• Wash the swatch before choosing a hook or final measurements.
• Inspect the reverse side and joins before hiding the tails.
• Record your own yarn use; the listed amounts are planning allowances.

Good lighting and a contrasting stitch marker make counting much easier. If a section looks uneven, compare the current count with the previous checkpoint before continuing. Fixing one missed stitch early is faster than compensating later, and it preserves the measurements used by the assembly instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change the colors?

Yes. Keep the yarn weight and fiber behavior consistent and use enough contrast for the decorative detail. Make a washed swatch with every major yarn substitution.

Is this pattern physically tested?

No physical sample test is claimed. The stitch counts are computationally checked and the written construction is reviewed. Make a gauge swatch, use the measurement checkpoints, and test fit or assembly before gifting.

Can a beginner make this?

This is an intermediate project because shaping and assembly require careful counting. Practise the named special stitches in a small swatch before working the main piece.

Conclusion

Keep the completed measurements and your yarn details with your pattern notes. The finished piece should match the described construction before it is styled or gifted. If a checkpoint does not match, correct the underlying count or gauge instead of concealing the difference during finishing.

BabyYarnie Printable Crochet Pattern Card

BabyYarnie — easy-to-follow crochet for everyday makers.

Project: Crochet Sunflower Corner Bookmark

Skill level: Intermediate   Hook: 1.5 mm starting point; adjust to dense flat thread fabric   Yarn: Fine crochet thread

Finished size: Triangle legs about 2.25 inches; sunflower about 1.25-1.5 inches across

Card Materials

• Size 10 smooth cotton crochet thread: planning allowance 45 yards sage, 15 yards golden yellow and 8 yards brown
• 1.5 mm hook, fine blunt needle, scissors, removable markers and ruler
• Plain scrap paper for fit testing; no glue or stiffener

Card Instructions

1. Crochet the Matched Right Triangles: Two triangles grow from 1 to 18 sc, increasing at the same diagonal edge once per row.
2. Crochet the Small Sunflower: Brown spiral center 6 then 12 sc; twelve golden petals; sew to front panel only.
3. Join the Pocket and Test on Paper: Join last-row edge and straight side only; diagonal open; test on scrap paper before using in a book.

Finish: Check every count, weave in all ends, block to measurement, and inspect each join.