This Crochet Scrunchie tutorial is perfect for using up leftover yarn and creating adorable handmade hair ties. Learn how to crochet a scrunchie that’s trendy, comfortable, and great for gifting or everyday wear.
Crochet Scrunchie
You can use any yarn color or texture to match your outfits, make themed sets, or create the perfect handmade gift. This quick pattern is satisfying to make and adds a personal touch to your everyday look.
Materials
- Weight 4 Acrylic Yarn (or yarn of your choice)
- 6 mm crochet hook
- Scissors, tapestry needle, and a hair band
Covering the Hair Band (Single Crochet)
- Make a slip knot.
- Attach to the hair band by pulling the slip knot through and tightening it on your hook.
- Chain 1 to secure.
- Work single crochet stitches all around the band until it’s completely covered.
- Slide finished stitches closer together to make room for more and create a fuller ruffle.
- Slip stitch into the first single crochet to join the round.
Creating the Ruffles (Triple Crochet)
- Chain 4 to begin; this counts as your first triple crochet.
- In the same stitch, work four more triple crochets for a total of five in one stitch.
- Continue working five triple crochets into each stitch all the way around the scrunchie.
- You can use double crochet instead if you prefer a smaller ruffle.
- Slip stitch into the top of the chain 4 to join.
- Chain 1, cut your yarn, and pull through to fasten off.
Optional Single Crochet Border
- Attach a new color yarn with a slip knot in any stitch and chain 1 to secure.
- Work one single crochet into each stitch around the scrunchie’s edge.
- Skip over any trimmed yarn tails and continue working into the next stitch.
- Slip stitch into the first single crochet to join.
- Chain 1, cut your yarn, and pull through to fasten off.
- Weave in all ends with a tapestry needle.
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