A smaller than usual hook is used in order to give it the body needed to support the motif. In other words, it won’t look like a flower until you’re nearly finished. The main body of the block is worked first it provides the foundation upon which the petals and leaves are worked in the last few rounds. The testers have rated this complex block Intermediate to Advanced, due to the surface crochet used to create the petals and leaves. Whether you work it up in a single color, go with the sunflower colors in the above picture, or choose your own favorite shades, this block will earn its place in your next afghan. This amazing afghan block uses surface crochet and a chain-loop version of the popular Crocodile Stitch to produce a glorious floral motif.
