Crochet Scrunchie - Free Pattern

There’s something kind of magical about making something with your own two hands. Especially when you’re just starting out and every stitch feels like a little victory. If you’ve ever looked at a ball of yarn and a crochet hook and thought, "could I actually make something with this?"—the answer is a big YES.

Learning to crochet doesn’t have to mean launching into a huge blanket or mastering a scarf right away. It can start small; like, scrunchie small. If you’ve been looking for an easy way to get started with crochet, this free crochet scrunchie pattern is the perfect beginner project. All you need is a bit of yarn, a basic hair tie, and a crochet hook to get going.This little craft is the perfect mix of easy, quick, and cute. Plus, it’s a great way to get the hang of crocheting in the round, working with tension, and seeing your progress come to life in just a couple of cosy crocheting sessions.

So if you’re ready to learn how to crochet a scrunchie that’s soft, stretchy, full of ruffles, and handmade by you, let’s begin!

What you need: 

- x1 Make & Create DK Acrylic Yarn in your colour of choice 
- Hair tie  
- 4mm crochet hook  

How to crochet a scrunchie - free pattern!

Instructions:

Round 1: 
 1. Make a slip knot in your hook.  
 2. Work around the hair tie and make a single crochet (think of the hair tie as if it were the stitch you’d normally crochet into if that helps!). 
 3. Continue in a single crochet around the hair tie until it is covered – you can do as many stitches as you like. 
     - When working around the hair tie, make sure to bunch up the yarn and the stitches as you go, to ensure the whole hair tie is covered.  
 4. Once the first round is complete, join in a slip stitch to your first single crochet. 

Round 2: 
 5. Chain 3. 
 6. This first chain will act as a double crochet.  
 7. Double crochet x2 into each single crochet from round 1 – this will act as an increase and is what gives the ruffles.  
 8. Continue working around the hair tie, once complete, join in a slip stich to the chain 3 made in step five. 

Round 3: 
9. Chain 3. 
10. Continue exactly as you have done in round 2, with 2 double crochets into each stitch.
     - If you’d like a scrunchie with lots of ruffles, experiment with putting 3 x double crochet into each stitch.  
 11. Once the round is complete, join to the first double crochet on this round in a slip stitch and fasten off.  
 12. Don’t forget to weave in any ends! 
 

Hooked On Crochet

And just like that—your first (or fifth!) scrunchie is done with this free crochet scrunchie pattern. Not bad, right? You took some yarn, a hair tie, and a bit of time, and turned it into something that’s cute, useful, and 100% made by you. That’s the best kind of win.

Go ahead and make a few more in your favourite colours, mix it up with different yarns, or gift a set to your friends. Once you get the hang of it, you’ll see why this easy crochet scrunchie pattern is so popular with beginners and seasoned crocheters alike.

If you're now hooked on crochet, why not try our free crochet tulip bouquet pattern? Or get stuck into a fun craft that will brighten your day by following our tutorial on how to make pom pom flowers. Happy crafting!