These realistic looking daffodils are quick to knit and use just oddments of yarn. The stems can be supported with wire so the flowers will stand in a vase. They also make a very nice brooch or lapel pin. You can knit just the flower heads and add them to spring wreaths, Easter gift cards or napkin rings. The daffodil is knit flat on two needles. The stem is knit as an i-cord. There is a full photo tutorial on how to do this included in the pattern, SIZE 3" (7.5cm) diameter (about the same as a real daffodil) REQUIREMENTS: 9 yards (8.5 metres) double knit/light worsted yarn for petals 6 yards (5.6 metres) double knit/light worsted yarn for trumpet 3 yards (2.8 metres) double knit/light worsted yarn for stalk US size 3 (3.25mm) straight knitting needles US size 3 (3.25mm) double pointed needles for i-cord Craft wire or pipe cleaner if you wish to reinforce stalk BASIC SKILLS NECESSARY knit purl increase decrease GAUGE Gauge is not critical for this pattern
