Skip the trip to the jewelry store (and the ensuing dent in your wallet) with this treasure trove of free patterns for crochet earrings that you can make for yourself or as a perfect gift for a loved one. Get ready to unleash your inner artisan and infuse your style with handmade pieces and creativity – one stunning set of earrings at a time.
Crochet earrings are more than just the perfect accessory; they’re a tiny statement piece that allows you to express your style and individuality in a uniquely handmade way. With endless possibilities in colors, textures, and patterns, each pair becomes a reflection of yourself. From dangly earrings to small and dainty earrings, crafting your own set of earrings is the perfect quick project that allows you to tailor them perfectly to your preferences and wardrobe, ensuring a perfect match for every outfit.
As you dive into the world of crochet earrings, here are a few tips to keep in mind. As far as yarn selection goes, you’ll usually want to opt for lightweight yarns or crochet threads to create lightweight designs and ensure comfortable wear. Metallic or pearlescent fibers can add a subtle shine that catches the eye – just like jewelry made from precious stones and metals.
Another thing that’s important to note when you set out to make your first pair of crochet earrings is your tension. While gauge may not be critical for earrings, it’s still important to maintain consistency in your stitches to ensure uniformity in the size of the finished earring. You may need to crochet much tighter and with smaller crochet hooks than you are accustomed to, particularly if you are not used to working with such thin yarns.
These 25 exciting designs are sure to provide you with ample inspiration and serve as excellent jumping off points. Don’t be afraid to get creative with specific supplies such as beads, sequins, or embroidery to add extra flair to your creations. These projects take very little time and craft supplies (most including a few metal pieces, earring wire, jewelry pliers, and fabric stiffener for some), so why not have a little fun experimenting with different colors and combinations to make each pair a unique design? I can’t wait to see the stunning earrings you make, so scroll down and prepare to be inspired with these free crochet patterns!
Dahlia Earrings
One easy way to customize your creations is by changing up the yarn weight. You can make these pretty dahlia earrings even more dramatic by selecting a thicker yarn, or size down for a more minimalist style. They are sure to turn out stunning either way! The best part is that they are super easy and quick to make starting with a magic circle and using just double crochet stitches.
Designer: Trespie Art
Yarn: Sport Weight #2
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Rose Earrings
These enchanting rose earrings are the perfect choice if you want to feel like the main character in a fairytale. The design has two layers of dainty flower petals for a pretty 3-dimensional effect. You’ll be using single crochets, half double crochets, and double crochets for this great pattern. Very thin yarn or crochet thread is recommended to best capture the delicate lace.
Designer: Banana Moon Studio
Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Size 10 Thread
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Flower Medallion Earrings
This design for these dangling earrings does call for crochet thread, which can be challenging to work with, but it’s one of the thicker ones. In contrast to yarn weights, the larger number sizes of threads are thinner and the smaller numbers sizes are thicker. You could also try this design out with a very thin yarn. It’s easier to make than it might look as it’s made entirely with double crochet stitches.
Designer: Fiber Flux
Yarn: Red Heart Fashion Crochet Thread Size 3 Thread
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Perles
Sometimes crochet earrings can be intimidating, especially for newer crocheters, but this design couldn’t be simpler. You’re basically just going to make two very small crochet balls using single crochet stitches. Easy peasy, right? I think that this design would work particularly well with a metallic thread to mimic the sheen of real pearls.
Designer: Ninoska Teje
Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Size 10 Thread
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Not Not Knot Theory Earrings
You’ll find that the majority of crochet earrings are the dangly kind but here is a rare design for studs. The three interlocking circles are made using single and double crochet stitches. You can make this design using a single color (and there are example photos in the pattern) but I think that they are extra stunning using three different shades with good contrast to one another.
Designer: Creative Endeavours
Yarn: Golo Mercerized Cotton Size 30 Thread
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Lightweight Chandelier Earrings
This pattern recommends one of the thickest yarn weights on the list, worsted weight. Now, that’s not really a thick yarn for making something like a blanket or a scarf, but you can definitely tell by looking at these earrings that they were made with a thicker yarn. I adore the bold style of this single and double crochet stitch design and I think it’s complemented beautifully by the bright color selection.
Designer: Crafting on the Fly
Yarn: Worsted Weight #4
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Oval Earrings with a Dangle
The only limit is your imagination when it comes to embellishing your new crochet earrings. Add a shiny dangle like this design or maybe a cute little charm instead. If you are opting for something metal, try to find the same material for the earring findings for a perfectly put together finish. The pattern calls for single and double crochet stitches along with cluster stitches.
Designer: Made With Love by Daisy
Yarn: Anchor Pearl Cotton Size 8 Thread
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Florence Double Flower Drop Earrings
These pretty flower earrings must be a ton of fun to make because the designer couldn’t stop themself at just one pair. I adore this double flower design and I especially like how the flowers are different sizes. Of course, my favorite part has to be the pretty little bead stitched at the center of each flower. The pattern calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Joann Miller for I Like Crochet
Yarn: DMC Coton Perlé 3, Skein (Fingering Weight #1)
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Ghost Earrings
Whether you’re gearing up for Halloween or you’re just in a spooky mood, these ghost earrings promise to be a fun project. You’ll be using all the basic stitches for this design: single through double treble. The designer also has patterns for pumpkin earrings and witch hats earrings if you find yourself needing a few more accessories in your spooky season.
Designer: Caitlin van Wyk
Yarn: James C. Brett Cotton On Double Knitting (DK Weight #3)
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Equinox
These beautiful golden yellow earrings remind me of ripe pears and the bountiful season of Autumn. The pattern calls for single, half double, double, and treble crochet stitches. Each step of the design includes a helpful photo, so it’s easy to double check that you’re on the right track as your project progresses.
Designer: The Cozy Cuttlefish
Yarn: Knit Picks Curio #10 Size 10 Thread
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Lattice Pie Earrings
These crochet earrings are making me hungry! A delicate lattice of thread is layered over a solid colored background and framed with a scalloped edging to make scrumptious looking pies in miniature form. The pattern calls for just single and double crochet stitches. Now, the big question is what flavor of pie will you be making?
Designer: Cal’s Crochet Corner
Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Size 10 Thread
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Butterfly Earrings
Celebrate the beauty of the butterfly with these pretty and feminine earrings. For this design, you’ll be using all the tall stitches: treble, double treble, triple treble, and even quadruple treble crochet. There is only one round of work, so they are very quick to work up. The best part is that your starting and ending yarn tails become the butterfly’s antennae so you don’t have to weave them in. Genius!
Designer: Alyssa’s Handmade
Yarn: Light Fingering Weight #0
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Willow Earrings
Make a statement with these oversized earrings worked around a central teardrop motif. The pretty lace semi circle design is totally eye-catching, especially with a bold color choice like the ones shown. The pattern calls for half double and double crochet stitches along with v-stitches. There is a free video tutorial in addition to the written instructions.
Designer: Crocheting Savvy
Yarn: Altin Basak Coloured Lace Thread
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Sweet Summer Strawberries
You don’t have to wait until summer to enjoy these tantalizing strawberries. I have been seeing a big trend with strawberry designs lately, likely as a result of the rising popularity of the cottagecore style. Get in on the nature loving fun with this sweet pattern. Special techniques for this design include the double magic ring and picot stitches.
Designer: Oombawka Design
Yarn: Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/4 Mercerized (Fingering Weight #1)
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Tudor Rose Earrings
Crafted with delicate stitches and a touch of old-world elegance, these earrings are a perfect blend of sophistication and whimsy with the different colors of earring hook. Whether you’re dressing up for a special occasion or adding a touch of romance to your everyday look, these earrings are sure to make a statement wherever you go. You can make a pair for yourself using just single and double crochet stitches.
Designer: The Cozy Cuttlefish
Yarn: Knit Picks Curio #10 Size 10 Thread
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Luau Flower Ombre Earrings
These little flowers are super quick to make as they are only one round and remind me a bit of cherry blossom earrings. They call for embroidery floss, so you can get 3 different shades pretty inexpensively (and you won’t have a giant skein leftover like with crochet thread that you hoard forever, not knowing what to do with it). And I haven’t even told you the best part yet – it’s all double crochet stitches finished with a simple slip stitch!
Designer: Fiber Flux
Yarn: DMC Cotton Embroidery Floss
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Confetti Round Drop Earrings
Add a little razzle dazzle to a round earring design with a peek-a-boo of pretty colors reminiscent of celebratory confetti. In this design, a multicolored thread peeks out from behind single crochet stitches worked in a sport weight yarn. The pattern also features beads in coordinating colors. It’s so simple and yet so stylish!
Designer: Zamiguz
Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Fashion Crochet Size 3 Thread
Premier Yarns Cotton Fair Solids (Sport Weight #2)
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Boho Earrings
Adding wood accents to your crochet earrings is a great way to get in touch with your boho side. Beginners and long time crocheters alike will love how easy these earrings are to make. All you need to know is how to single crochet. The pattern includes SVG files for laser cutting the wooden shapes or you can purchase the earring blanks premade from Amazon.
Designer: You Should Craft Blog
Yarn: Knit Picks CotLin (DK Weight #3)
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Cascade Rainbow Earrings
These vibrant earrings feature a delightful cascade of rainbow hues, adding a pop of cheer to any outfit. With simple single crochet stitches and clear instructions, this pattern is perfect for crocheters of all skill levels. Whether you’re brightening up a regular Tuesday or adding a playful touch to a special occasion, these earrings are sure to bring a smile to your face with every wear.
Designer: Divine Debris
Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Size 10 Thread
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Quick & Elegant Crochet Earrings
These gorgeous teardrop earrings boast a timeless design, perfect for adding a sophisticated flair to any ensemble. They are sure to garner compliments wherever you go and inspired many such renditions of, “Can you make a pair for me?” The pattern calls for just basic stitches: single, half double, and double crochet.
Designer: Celtic Knot Crochet
Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Size 10 Thread
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Little Pumpkin Earrings
It doesn’t have to be fall for you to declare your affinity for all things pumpkin. Whether you are a fan of the infamous spiced lattes, or you simply love a good gourd, you are sure to appreciate this design. The basic single crochet design is complemented by a short string of brown beads just below the jump ring that stand in for the pumpkin stem.
Designer: Oombawka Design
Yarn: Lion Brand Bonbons (Cotton) (Sport Weight #2)
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Cute Cactus Earrings
Cactus plants make me think of breathtaking desert landscapes and warm, sunny days. Now you can find that happy place wherever life takes you with your very own pair of cactus earrings. They are super easy to make using just single crochet stitches. The designer made the little pink flowers on the ends of the cactus nubs using little dabs of puffy paint – how clever!
Designer: Divine Debris
Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Size 10 Thread
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Cherry Bunch Earrings
This charming design captures the whimsy of ripe cherries hanging from a crochet vine, perfect for adding a playful touch to your style. They are quick and easy to make using just basic stitches. I adore the bold style and I think it’s safe to say that these crochet cherries are sure to infuse any outfit with a burst of fruity fun.
Designer: Kerri’s Crochet
Yarn: Lace Weight #0
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Sun Moon Earrings
Celebrate the celestial with this stunning hoop earring design featuring the sun and moon. I feel like you could find a lot of symbolism behind this design, particularly if you are into astrology. Of course, you could also just make them because they are super cute! The pattern calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Emily Ann
Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Size 10 Thread
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Easy Flower Earrings
I’m low key obsessed with these adorable half flower earrings. The warm golden centers contrast beautifully with the pretty pink petals to make a really fun and feminine earring design slightly reminiscent of vintage treasures. And good news, they are fancy enough for a special occasion while also being casual enough to throw on for running errands. For this design, you’ll be using single and treble crochet stitches.
Designer: TWC Handmade
Yarn: Premier Yarns Just Yarn Worsted (Aran Weight #4)
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Final Thoughts on Crochet Earrings
I don’t expect to see very many bare lobes from here on out now that you have all the things you need to make a veritable arsenal of beautiful earrings to accessorize with. So, what are you waiting for? Get to crocheting and have so much fun with these free crochet earrings patterns!
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