Easy Crochet Scrunchie Pattern FREE (Beginner Friendly | Step-by-Step Tutorial)

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Easy Crochet Scrunchie Pattern FREE (Beginner Friendly | Step-by-Step Tutorial)


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Easy Crochet Scrunchie


What Is a Crochet Scrunchie?

A crochet scrunchie is a handmade hair accessory created by crocheting yarn around a hair elastic. It combines the stretch of a hair tie with the soft texture of crochet with yarn, making it gentle on hair and stylish at the same time.

If you're looking for a quick crochet project you can finish in one sitting, this crochet scrunchie is the perfect place to start.

Scrunchies are trending again — and crocheted scrunchies are one of the fastest-selling handmade items on Etsy, craft fairs, and YouTube. They use very little yarn, work up in one sitting, and make amazing gifts.

This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to crochet a soft, fluffy scrunchie even if you're a complete beginner.

By the end, you'll have a cute handmade scrunchie AND a free pattern you can reuse forever.

Crochet scrunchies are:

  • Beginner-friendly

  • Quick to make

  • Perfect yarn stash busters

  • Great for gifts

  • trending on Pinterest & TikTok

  • Popular handmade items to sell online as well as offline

  • high profit, low time project


Why This Crochet Scrunchie Pattern Is Perfect for Beginners

This pattern is designed especially for beginners because:

  • Make with basic crochet stitches only

  • No sewing 

  • Finish in one sitting

  • Uses very little/scrap yarn

  • Easy to customize of your choice

Even if you are a new crocheter, you can finish this project confidently.


crochet scrunchie materials for beginners
Crochet Scrunchie Materials

Materials Required

You will need the following supplies:

  • Hair elastic (prefer with no metal join)

  • Medium weight yarn (#4)

  • Crochet hook (3.5 mm – 5 mm)

  • Scissors

  • Yarn needle

💡 Best yarn types: Cotton or Acrylic Yarn works best for beginners.


Crochet Abbreviations

ch – chain
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
sl st – slip stitch


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🎥 Watch the full crochet scrunchie tutorial on YouTube


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Crochet Scrunchie Pattern (Step-by-Step Instructions)

Skill level: Beginner
US crochet terms used


Step 1 – Attach Yarn to Hair Tie

Make a slip knot, insert your hook into the loop,

Pull loop attaching to the hair tie.

Chain one to secure.


Step 2 – Single Crochet Around Elastic

ROUND 1: [White Yarn] Work single crochet (sc) stitches around the hair tie.

  • Insert hook through elastic

  • Yarn over

  • Pull through

  • Yarn over and pull through both loops

Continue evenly until the elastic is fully covered.
(Usually 30–40 single crochet stitches or 60–70 single crochet stitches for more ruffles)

single crochet around hair tie scrunchie
single crochet around the hair tie


Step 3 – Join the Round

Once you reach the starting point:

  • Join with a slip stitch into the first single crochet

  • Do not twist the elastic


Step 4 – Create the Scrunchie Ruffle

ROUND 2: [White Yarn] Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet)

Work 2 double crochets (dc) in the same stitch.


Work 3 double crochets (dc) in each stitch around.

This creates the fluffy, ruffled scrunchie effect.

Join the Round

Once you reach the starting point:

  • Join with a slip stitch into the first double crochet


double crochet around the scrunchie
double crochet around the scrunchie


ROUND 3: [Blue/Green Yarn] Work 1 single crochet (sc) in each stitch around.

This creates color enhanced scrunchie effect.

Join the Round

Once you reach the starting point:

  • Join with a slip stitch into the first single crochet


single crochet around the scrunchie - blue-green yarn
single crochet around the scrunchie - blue-green yarn


ROUND 4: [Orange Yarn] Work 1 single crochet (sc) in each stitch around.

This creates color enhanced scrunchie effect.

Join the Round

Once you reach the starting point:

  • Join with a slip stitch into the first single crochet


single crochet around the scrunchie - orange yarn
single crochet around the scrunchie - orange yarn


Step 5 – Finish Off

  • Cut yarn

  • Pull through and tighten

  • Weave in all loose ends

👇 Your crochet scrunchie is now complete!🌞👌💕


finished crochet scrunchie handmade
Finished Crochet Scrunchie Handmade

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Related Articles


Crochet Scrunchie Size Guide

Elastic SizeFinished Look
Small elastic     Slim scrunchie
Medium elastic     Standard scrunchie
Thick elastic     Extra fluffy scrunchie


 Tips for Perfect Crochet Scrunchies

  • Keep stitches tight so elastic doesn’t show

  • Add another round for extra fluff

  • You can use Velvet yarn which gives luxury look

  • Use Cotton yarn for holding shape best

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

H3: How long does it take to crochet a scrunchie?

You can finish it in one sitting, once you know basic stitches.

H3: Can beginners make crochet scrunchies?

Yes, this is one of the easiest beginner crochet projects and get happiness after completion.

H3: Can I sell crochet scrunchies?

Yes! They are popular handmade items for online as well as offline sales.


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Crochet scrunchies are the perfect quick project whether you're learning crochet or starting a handmade business.

Once you make one, you'll want to make dozens.

Save this pattern to Pinterest so you can come back anytime 💛

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