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Bumble Blossom Black Eyed Susan Amigurumi Pattern

Bumble Blossom Black Eyed Susan Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Bumble Blossom Black Eyed Susan Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a happy Black Eyed Susan flower with a small bumblebee companion, perfect for brightening a room or windowsill. It includes every round for the stem, petals, leaves, flower center, pot, dirt insert, and the tiny bee. Techniques used include magic ring, increases, decreases, working in FLO/BLO and simple color changes for the bee stripes. The finished piece stands about 12.5cm tall and 10cm wide across the petals.

Bumble Blossom Black Eyed Susan Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear, numbered rounds are provided for every piece so you can crochet confidently from start to finish. Photographs and assembly notes explain attaching the pieces and finishing the pot for stability.

Why You'll Love This Bumble Blossom Black Eyed Susan Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines a playful design with thoughtful construction, making a tiny indoor bloom that lasts forever. I enjoy how the petals are shaped to sit naturally around the center and how the stem is reinforced with stuffing for strength. The little bumblebee is a favorite detail of mine — quick to make and full of character with simple color changes. I also love the pot and dirt assembly technique which creates a neat, stable base for display.

Bumble Blossom Black Eyed Susan Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Bumble Blossom Black Eyed Susan Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Bumble Blossom Black Eyed Susan Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Bumble Blossom Black Eyed Susan Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pattern by changing colors to match my home decor — try pastel petals for a soft look or deep reds for autumn vibes.

You can make the project larger by using worsted weight yarn and a bigger hook to create a bold statement piece for display.

If you want a tiny keychain version, use fingering weight yarn and a much smaller hook for a cute, portable mini.

I sometimes add embroidered details on the petals for texture and personality, like a stitched vein or small freckles.

Try stuffing the stem differently or adding a small wire inside for extra poseability and to create dynamic displays.

Swap the bumblebee for another small insect or ladybug using similar color-change rounds for variety.

For a seasonal set, make multiple flowers in a row of pots and display them together as a cheerful centerpiece.

I like to create little outfits or accessories for the bee — a tiny scarf or a felt flower can add charm and uniqueness.

Mix yarn brands and textures for the pot and dirt to achieve different finishes; a boucle or tweed yarn gives rustic appeal.

Personalize as gifts by sewing on a small initial tag or attaching a ribbon bow around the pot for a finished look.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stuffing step early in the stem causes a floppy stem; add stuffing gradually starting after round 10 as instructed to give the stem structure. ✗ Forgetting to work in the BLO or FLO when called for changes the pot shape; be sure to work in the specified loops to match the finished silhouette. ✗ Not placing petals evenly around the center results in gaps; use pins to position each petal closely with very little space between them before sewing. ✗ Ignoring stitch counts during increases or decreases creates uneven pieces; count your stitches at the end of each round to ensure the pattern matches exactly.

Bumble Blossom Black Eyed Susan Amigurumi Pattern

Brighten your windowsill with this cheerful Bumble Blossom Black Eyed Susan amigurumi. You'll crochet a smiling flower, leaves, a sturdy stem and a tiny bumblebee friend — perfect for gifting or keeping. The pattern uses sport weight yarn and clear step-by-step rounds so you can follow along easily. Finished size fits beautifully on a shelf or desk and adds handmade charm to any space.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Bumble Blossom Black Eyed Susan Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Sport weight yarn (#2) in green (Apfel 00205) - less than a 125m/50g ball used
  • 02
    Sport weight yarn (#2) in yellow (Sonne 00208) - less than a 125m/50g ball used
  • 03
    Sport weight yarn (#2) in black (Schwarz 00110) - less than a 125m/50g ball used
  • 04
    Sport weight yarn (#2) in white (Weize 00106) - less than a 125m/50g ball used
  • 05
    Sport weight yarn (#2) in brown (Marone 00157) - less than a 125m/50g ball used
  • 06
    Sport weight yarn (#2) in light brown (Teddy 00161 or similar) - less than a 125m/50g ball used

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.0mm (the pattern lists 2mm hook)
  • 02
    Sewing needle
  • 03
    Stitch marker
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Polyester stuffing material
  • 06
    Cardboard disk to stabilize the base of the pot
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    Pins for positioning pieces during assembly

Progress Tracker

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— Stem :

rnd 1 :

8 Sc in MR (8)

rnd 2-30 :

8 Sc (8) (29 rounds)

Info :

Add stuffing to the stem for added support starting after round 10. Continue to add stuffing as you go.

rnd 31 :

BLO (1 Sc, 1 INC) x 4 (12)

rnd 32 :

12 INC (24)

rnd 33 :

(3 Sc, 1 INC) x 6 (30)

rnd 34 :

30 Sc (30)

Info :

Cut yarn and fasten off invisibly.

Info :

Add the sepal to the stem. Holding the stem with the bottom facing up, insert the hook into last stitch of the remaining loops of round 31 and attach the yarn.

Info :

Ch 9, starting in the 2nd chain from the hook Sc 8. Slst into the next loop in the row.

Info :

Repeat in the remaining 11 loops of round 31. Cut yarn and fasten off invisibly.

— Flower Center :

rnd 1 :

6 Sc in MR (6)

rnd 2 :

6 INC (12)

rnd 3 :

12 Sc (12)

rnd 4 :

(1 Sc, 1 INC) x 6 (18)

rnd 5 :

18 Sc (18)

rnd 6 :

(1 Sc, 1 INC, 1 Sc) x 6 (24)

rnd 7 :

24 Sc (24)

rnd 8 :

(3 Sc, 1 INC) x 6 (30)

rnd 9 :

30 Sc (30)

Info :

Cut yarn and fasten off invisibly.

— Petal :

Make :

Make 7 petals using yellow yarn

rnd 1 :

6 Sc in MR (6)

rnd 2 :

6 INC (12)

rnd 3 :

(1 Sc, 1 INC) x 6 (18)

rnd 4-7 :

18 Sc (18) (4 rounds)

rnd 8 :

(2 Sc, 1 DEC, 2 Sc) x 3 (15)

rnd 9-12 :

15 Sc (15) (4 rounds)

rnd 13 :

(3 Sc, 1 DEC) x 3 (12)

rnd 14-17 :

12 Sc (12) (4 rounds)

rnd 18 :

(1 Sc, 1 DEC, 1 Sc) x 3 (9)

Info :

Cut yarn and fasten off. Leave a long tail for sewing.

— Leaf :

Make :

Make 2 leaves using green yarn

rnd 1 :

6 Sc in MR (6)

rnd 2 :

1 INC, 5 Sc (7)

rnd 3 :

(1 Sc, 1 INC, 1 Sc) x 2, 1 Sc (9)

rnd 4 :

(1 Sc, 1 INC, 1 Sc) x 3 (12)

rnd 5 :

(3 Sc, 1 INC) x 3 (15)

rnd 6 :

(2 Sc, 1 INC, 2 Sc) x 3 (18)

rnd 7-16 :

18 Sc (18) (10 rounds)

rnd 17 :

(1 Sc, 1 DEC) x 6 (12)

rnd 18 :

6 DEC (6)

Info :

Cut yarn and fasten off. Leave a long tail for sewing.

— Pot :

Make :

Make 1 pot using light brown yarn

rnd 1 :

6 Sc in MR (6)

rnd 2 :

6 INC (12)

rnd 3 :

(1 Sc, 1 INC) x 6 (18)

rnd 4 :

(1 Sc, 1 INC, 1 Sc) x 6 (24)

rnd 5 :

(3 Sc, 1 INC) x 6 (30)

rnd 6 :

(2 Sc, 1 INC, 2 Sc) x 6 (36)

rnd 7 :

(5 Sc, 1 INC) x 6 (42)

rnd 8 :

BLO 42 Sc (42)

rnd 9-11 :

42 Sc (42) (3 rounds)

rnd 12 :

(13 Sc, 1 INC) x 3 (45)

rnd 13-15 :

45 Sc (45) (3 rounds)

rnd 16 :

(7 Sc, 1 INC, 7 Sc) x 3 (48)

rnd 17-19 :

48 Sc (48) (3 rounds)

rnd 20 :

FLO (7 Dc, 1 DcINC) x 6 (54)

rnd 21 :

54 Sc (54)

Info :

Cut yarn and fasten off invisibly.

— Dirt :

Make :

Make 1 dirt using brown yarn. The dirt for the pot is created in two parts: the hole in which the flower will be inserted and the top of the dirt. Begin with the dirt hole.

rnd 1 :

6 Sc in MR (6)

rnd 2 :

6 INC (12)

rnd 3-14 :

12 Sc (12) (12 rounds)

Info :

Cut yarn and fasten off invisibly.

Info :

Begin to crochet the dirt top by holding the hole with the opening facing up. Reattach the yarn and continue crocheting the dirt top.

rnd 15 :

(1 Sc, 1 INC) x 6 (18)

rnd 16 :

(1 Sc, 1 INC, 1 Sc) x 6 (24)

rnd 17 :

(3 Sc, 1 INC) x 6 (30)

rnd 18 :

(2 Sc, 1 INC, 2 Sc) x 6 (36)

rnd 19 :

(5 Sc, 1 INC) x 6 (42)

rnd 20 :

(3 Sc, 1 INC, 3 Sc) x 6 (48)

Info :

Cut yarn and fasten off. Leave a long tail for sewing.

— Bumblebee Body :

Make :

Make 1 bumblebee starting with black yarn.

rnd 1 :

6 Sc in MR (6)

rnd 2 :

6 INC (12)

rnd 3 :

12 Sc (12)

Info :

Switch to yellow yarn.

rnd 4-5 :

12 Sc (12) (2 rounds)

Info :

Switch to black yarn.

rnd 6-7 :

12 Sc (12) (2 rounds)

Info :

Switch to yellow yarn.

rnd 8 :

6 DEC (6)

Info :

Cut yarn and use the yarn end to close the remaining stiches.

— Bumblebee Wing :

Make :

Make 2 wings using white yarn.

Instruction :

Ch 4, starting in the 2nd chain from the hook.

rnd 1 :

1 Sc, 1 HDc, 5 Dc in the same stitch, 1 HDc, 1 Sc (9)

Info :

Cut yarn and fasten off. Leave a long tail for sewing.

— Flower Assembly :

Info :

Begin to assemble the flower by attaching the stem to the center piece. Place the center piece on the stem and sew the pieces together using the yarn tail of the center piece.

Info :

Add stuffing before sewing the last remaining stitches closed.

Info :

Attach the petals by sewing along the rounds where the stem and center piece were connected. The petals will fit closely next to one another when attached, with very little space between one another.

Info :

Attach the leaves to the stem by sewing into place near the 11th round of the stem.

— Pot Assembly :

Info :

Add a piece of cardboard to the bottom of the pot for extra stability before sewing.

Info :

Attach the dirt to the pot by sewing into the remaining loops of round 20 of the pot. Add stuffing before sewing the last remaining loops closed.

Info :

Tip #1 - The "wrong side" of the stitches should be on the bottom of the dirt when finished, make sure to insert your hook correctly when reattaching the yarn!

— Bumblebee Assembly :

Info :

Sew the wings to the body of the bumblebee between rounds 4 and 5.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the stem to the flower center by placing the center piece on the stem and sewing the pieces together using the yarn tail of the center piece, adding stuffing before closing the final stitches.
  • Position and sew the seven petals around the center by stitching along the rounds where the stem and center piece were connected; pin petals first to ensure even spacing.
  • Sew each leaf to the stem near the 11th round of the stem for proper placement and balance.
  • Insert a cardboard disk into the bottom of the pot for stability, then sew the dirt piece into the remaining loops of round 20 of the pot and add stuffing before finishing.
  • Sew the tiny bumblebee wings to the bee body between rounds 4 and 5 and use the end tail to close the bee body neatly.
  • Assemble the completed flower into the pot by inserting the stem into the dirt hole and securing the dirt top inside the pot so the flower stands upright.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work with a stitch marker to mark the start of each round which makes counting and assembly much easier.
  • 💡Stuff the stem gradually starting after round 10 for a firm, poseable stem without lumps.
  • 💡When reattaching yarn for the dirt top, make sure the wrong side of stitches is facing down so the dirt hole sits flush in the pot.
  • 💡Leave long tails for sewing on pieces like petals, leaves, dirt top and pot to make assembly easier.

This Bumble Blossom pattern makes a cheerful, everlasting Black Eyed Susan and tiny bumblebee to brighten desks and windowsills. Whether you gift it or keep it, it brings a handmade smile that never wilts. Perfect for quick seasonal decor or a thoughtful handmade present — enjoy creating and sharing a little bit of sunshine! 🧶🌼🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 12.5 cm tall by 10 cm wide from petal to petal using the recommended sport weight yarn and 2mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can change yarn weight, but the finished size will change; use an appropriate hook for your yarn and expect a larger or smaller finished piece.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of magic ring, increases, decreases and working in BLO/FLO is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary depending on experience and how much assembly is required.