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Sun Star Snowflake Amigurumi Pattern

Sun Star Snowflake Amigurumi Pattern
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2-3 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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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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Holiday Cheer

Festive fun for the season, bringing handmade magic to celebrations and creating new family traditions.

About This Sun Star Snowflake Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a lacy Sun Star Snowflake ornament using fine thread and optional glitter yarn. It includes a stitch legend, written rounds and a photo-tutorial for the BPhdc 2tog technique. The star is easy to adapt for different sizes by changing thread and hook.

Sun Star Snowflake Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will block and slightly stiffen the snowflake for a crisp, symmetrical finish. The pattern uses US terms and includes helpful photos to guide you through special stitches.

Why You'll Love This Sun Star Snowflake Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines delicate lacy details with a lively star shape that looks great in any color. I enjoy teaching the BPhdc 2tog technique here — it gives the star wonderful texture and depth. The design is quick to make but yields professional-looking results after blocking, which always delights me. Sharing these little handcrafted ornaments makes holidays feel extra special, and I hope you feel the same joy making them.

Sun Star Snowflake Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Sun Star Snowflake Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Sun Star Snowflake Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Sun Star Snowflake Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this snowflake by changing yarn and hook size to create different looks and sizes.

Try pastel embroidery threads for a delicate vintage set, or combine glitter thread and solid thread for a sparkly, textured star.

Make mini versions using crochet cotton and a 1.5 mm hook for tiny gift tags or keychain charms.

Use bulky novelty yarn and a bigger hook to create large, chunky holiday coasters with the same stitch pattern.

I often add beads to the ch2 spaces before blocking for a subtle shimmer and extra weight on each point.

Experiment with adding a small button or felt circle at the center on the wrong side for easier hanging attachment.

For a rustic look, use natural twine or thin jute and spray lightly with starch to keep the shape.

Combine two contrasting colors in rows to make a striped star effect or highlight the post stitches for more definition.

You can also stitch several stars together to make a decorative garland or mobile for a child’s room.

Don’t be afraid to add embroidery or small crochet motifs on top of the star for holiday personalization and charm.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Using a hook that is too small for your tension can make back-post stitches very tight and hard to work; go up a hook size if your tension is tight. ✗ Skipping the stitch chart when you are unsure of stitch placement can lead to misplaced post stitches; refer to the chart and photos to place stitches accurately. ✗ Not blocking and stiffening the snowflake will leave it floppy and uneven; soak, pin and lightly starch the piece to achieve a flat symmetrical star. ✗ Rushing the BPhdc 2tog without following the photo steps can create uneven loops and missed stitches; follow the photo-tutorial step by step and practice on a sample first. ✗ Failing to count chains and spaces at the end of rounds causes mismatched repeats; count stitches and spaces after each round to ensure correct stitch counts.

Sun Star Snowflake Amigurumi Pattern

Create a delicate Sun Star Snowflake to decorate your home or tree this holiday season. This pattern uses fine thread and glitter yarn to produce a pretty, lacy star that blocks beautifully. You will learn post stitches and a special BPhdc 2tog technique with photo-tutorial support. The finished star is lightweight, sparkly, and perfect for mobiles, ornaments, or gift toppers.

Intermediate 2-3 Hours

Materials Needed for Sun Star Snowflake Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat (BonBon) - 140 meters / 25 g (approx 20 m used per snowflake)
  • 02
    Drops Glitter Silver - 700 meters / 10 g (used for sparkle accents and optional combination with thread)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 1.75 mm (or 2 mm depending on your tension)
  • 02
    Scissors
  • 03
    Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
  • 04
    Blocking board and rust-proof pins
  • 05
    Laundry starch or liquid starch
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    Spray bottle with water (for pinning and light dampening)
  • 07
    Thread, invisible thread or thin ribbon/wire for hanging

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— Materials :

Info :

Yarn: Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat (BonBon): 140 meters 25g. Drops Glitter Silver: 700 meters 10g. Hook: 1.75 mm or 2 mm (depending from your tension). Scissors, tapestry needle to weave in ends.

— Finished size :

Info :

The size of the finished snowflake depends on the yarn and hook you use. My snowflake is approx. 10 cm in diameter after blocking using thread 140m/25g and 2 mm hook. I used approximately 20 m thread and glitter yarn.

— Blocking and Finishing :

Info :

It is optional but most snowflakes need to be blocked and (lightely) stiffened. Blocking will make your snowflake flat, neat and symmetrical. You can use laundry starch. Soak the snowflake with some liquid starch or just water (which ever do you prefer). Gently squeeze out any excess liquid and press the snowflake approximately to shape. Lay the snowflake flat on the blocking board and pin the snowflake from the center out to the edges. Let it dry completely before removing the pins.

Info :

This starflake is only blocked and slightly stretched out. Next step is pinning it down on a blocking board and spraying with some water. Let the snowflake dry and do not iron as ironing can damage the relief structure of the star. To hang the snowflake, attach a piece of thread, yarn, ribbon, invisible thread or wire.

— Stitch legend (US terms) :

Infos :

ch, sl st - chain, slip stitch. hdc, dc - half double crochet, double crochet. BPsc, BPhdc, BPdc - back post single crochet, back post half double crochet, back post double crochet. FPhdc, FPdc, FPtr - front post half double crochet, front post double crochet, front post treble crochet. BPhdc 2tog - back post half double crochet 2 together.

— Note :

Info :

You may need to go up a hook size for best results if your tension is tight; otherwise you can have a problem with so much back and post stitches in this pattern. If you have problems where you should place stitches, please take a look at the chart (diagram).

Info :

BPhdc 2tog: Yarn over the crochet hook, insert the hook around the next BPhdc, yarn over the hook again. Pull the yarn through the stitch on your crochet hook. You should now have three loops on your hook. Skip the next FPhdc. Insert the hook around the next BPhdc; yarn over the hook again. Pull the yarn through the loop on your hook. You should now have five loops on your hook. Yarn over the hook one last time. Pull the yarn through all five loops on your hook.

— Written instructions (Pattern is written in US terms) :

Round 1 :

Foundation ring: ch6; join with sl st in 1st chain. Ch3 (counts as 1st dc), 11 dc in ring. Join with a sl st in 3rd chain of initial ch3. (12 dc)

Round 2 :

sl st between two dc, ch3 (counting as 1st dc), FPdc around 1st dc. *dc in space between two dc, FPdc around next dc* Repeat from * around; sl st in 3rd chain of initial ch3. (12 dc, 12 FPdc)

Round 3 :

BPsc ch2 (counting as BPdc) around 1st dc (initial ch3), ch1, FPdc around FPdc, ch1. *BPdc around dc, ch1, FPdc around FPdc, ch1* Repeat from * around; sl st into the 2nd chain of initial BPsc ch2. (12 BPdc, 12 FPdc, 24 ch1 spaces)

Round 4 :

Ch2 (counting as hdc), dc in ch1 space, [FPtr, ch4, FPtr] around next FPdc; dc in ch1 space, hdc in BPdc, hdc in ch1 space, FPhdc around FPdc. *hdc in ch1 space, hdc in BPdc, dc in ch1 space, [FPtr, ch4, FPtr] around next FPdc; dc in ch1 space, hdc in BPdc, hdc in ch1 space, FPhdc around FPdc* Repeat from * around; hdc in ch1 space, sl st into the 2nd chain initial ch2. (24 hdc, 12 dc, 12 FPtr, 6 ch4 spaces, 6 FPhdc)

Round 5 :

Ch2 (counting as hdc), hdc in dc, dc in FPtr; [3dc, ch2, 3dc] in ch4 space, dc in FPtr, hdc in dc, hdc in hdc, skip hdc, FPhdc around FPhdc. *skip next hdc, hdc in hdc, hdc in dc, dc in FPtr; [3dc, ch2, 3dc] in ch4 space, dc in FPtr, hdc in dc, hdc in hdc, skip hdc, FPhdc around FPhdc* Repeat from * around; skip hdc and join with a sl st into the 2nd ch of initial ch2. (36 hdc, 36 dc, 6 ch2 spaces, 6 FPhdc)

Round 6 :

(check the phototutorial BPhdc 2tog on page 4) Ch1 (doesn't count as a stitch), BPhdc around next 5 stitches (hdc and 4dc); [2hdc, ch2, 2 hdc] in ch2 space; BPhdc around next 5 stitches (4dc and hdc); work BPhdc 2tog around the next 2 hdc (skip the FPhdc between 2hdc sts). *BPhdc around next 5 stitches (hdc and 4dc); [2hdc, ch2, 2 hdc] in ch2 space; BPhdc around next 5 stitches (4dc and hdc); work BPhdc 2tog around the next 2 hdc (skip the FPhdc between 2hdc sts)* Repeat from * around; sl st in initial ch1. Finish off, weave in the ends. (60 BPhdc, 24 hdc, 6 ch2 spaces, 6 BPhdc 2tog)

Assembly Instructions

  • Block the snowflake by pinning it to a blocking board, stretching gently from the center out to shape each point, then allow it to dry completely.
  • Stiffen lightly by soaking in liquid starch or water with a starch solution, squeeze out excess and press to shape before pinning for blocking.
  • Pin each point symmetrically and let the piece dry fully before removing pins to preserve the star shape.
  • Attach a piece of thread, invisible thread, ribbon, or thin wire at the center or top point for hanging once the piece is fully dry.
  • Weave in all ends securely with a tapestry needle and trim any excess to keep the snowflake neat for display or gifting.

Important Notes

  • 💡You may need to go up a hook size if your tension is tight to accommodate many post stitches in this pattern.
  • 💡Refer to the crochet chart if you have trouble placing post stitches or shaping the star for correct stitch placement.
  • 💡Block and lightly stiffen your snowflake to achieve a flat, symmetrical finished piece that holds its shape.

This sun star snowflake pattern brings a sparkling handmade touch to your holiday decor and gifts. Blocked and stiffened, these stars look crisp and professional hung on a tree or strung in a garland. Make a set in different colors for a festive mobile or give them as special handmade gifts. ✨🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished snowflake measures approximately 10 cm in diameter when using the recommended thread (140m/25g) and a 2 mm hook after blocking.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, using thicker yarn and a larger hook will yield a larger, chunkier star while finer thread with a smaller hook gives a delicate, small ornament; adjust hook size for proper tension.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and requires familiarity with post stitches (front and back post) and reading a crochet chart for stitch placement.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete one snowflake in about 2-3 hours, though blocking and drying time will add additional time before it's ready to hang.