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25 Earrings to Crochet Pattern

25 Earrings to Crochet Pattern
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Stylish Touch

An elegant detail to elevate any look, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.

About This 25 Earrings to Crochet Pattern

This booklet contains 25 crochet earring patterns made for #10 cotton crochet thread and fine hooks. Each design includes round-by-round or row-by-row instructions, difficulty rating, and finishing notes to shape and stiffen your earrings. The collection features classic motifs like pineapples and fans alongside playful shapes like tiny pineapples and maple leaves.

25 Earrings to Crochet Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Most patterns use simple stitches but include some special stitches (clusters, triple treble, picot) for texture. Detailed finishing tips are provided to block, stiffen and attach earring findings for durable, wearable jewelry.

Why You'll Love This 25 Earrings to Crochet Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern collection because it captures the charm of delicate crochet jewelry in small, satisfying projects. I enjoy designing tiny motifs that teach stitch variations and finishing techniques in a compact format. Making earrings is quick and rewarding, and they’re perfect for using leftover thread or creating coordinated sets. I’m excited to share these designs because each one can be personalized with color, beads, or metallic thread to create a unique finished pair.

25 Earrings to Crochet Pattern step 1 - construction progress 25 Earrings to Crochet Pattern step 2 - assembly progress 25 Earrings to Crochet Pattern step 3 - details and accessories 25 Earrings to Crochet Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize each earring design with different thread colors, metallic accents or beads — try metallic gold thread for trims and contrasting centers for a dramatic look.

Want bigger, bolder earrings? Use a thicker thread or small sport weight yarn and increase your hook size to get a chunkier, statement pair.

For miniature versions suitable as charms or keychains, switch to a finer thread and a tiny hook; reduce rounds where suggested and finish with a tiny jump ring.

I often add tiny seed beads into chain spaces or slide a bead onto the thread before beginning to incorporate it into the motif — it adds a subtle sparkle without changing the construction.

Try combining designs into a chandelier style by joining small motifs with jump rings before attaching a single earring post for layered movement.

Embroider tiny details such as French knots or running stitches on solid motifs to create eyes, centers or texture accents.

Use variegated or ombre threads for instant color gradation and visual interest without changing the pattern stitches.

I recommend experimenting with stiffeners — Aleene's for a softer, flexible finish or Mod Podge for a very crisp piece — and testing on a scrap first to be sure of the result.

If you prefer metals, work the motifs in metallic thread and attach to brass or silver findings for a more formal, jewelry-like finish.

I also like creating small coordinating sets (stud + drop) by scaling patterns up or down slightly so they work as a matched collection for gifting or craft fairs.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the recommended finishing and stiffening step will cause earrings to lose shape; follow the blocking and stiffening directions and repeat if needed. ✗ Using inconsistent tension can make matching pairs difficult to align; maintain even tension and use stitch markers or counting to ensure identical pieces. ✗ Attaching the earring hook through a single thread loop may cause it to pull free; always go through two thicknesses of thread or reinforce the attachment area. ✗ Not weaving in ends securely can leave loose threads visible on lightweight crochet jewelry; weave in ends carefully with a small needle and trim close to the fabric. ✗ Overlooking bead placement before starting can make it impossible to incorporate beads later; slide beads onto the thread first when they are part of the design and place as indicated.

25 Earrings to Crochet Pattern

Explore a curated collection of 25 delicate crochet earring designs you can make with #10 cotton thread and a small hook. These patterns range from simple circles and flowers to intricate leaves and pineapple drops, perfect for gifts or selling at craft fairs. You will find clear round-by-round instructions, finishing tips, and ideas for color and texture so you can create elegant, wearable crochet jewelry.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for 25 Earrings to Crochet Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    #10 Cotton Crochet Thread - primary material for most designs (small skeins per color)
  • 02
    White #10 cotton thread - approx 10-20g for multiple pairs
  • 03
    Gold metallic #10 thread - small amount for trims and accents
  • 04
    Brown and green #10 thread - small amounts for fruit/pineapple motifs
  • 05
    Assorted colors #10 thread for variations, 5-20g per color depending on design

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 1.5 mm
  • 02
    Fishhook earring posts (earring hooks)
  • 03
    Small jewelry pliers for opening/attaching hooks
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Yarn needle for weaving in ends
  • 06
    Straight pins for shaping and blocking
  • 07
    Cardboard/block or foam board for blocking
  • 08
    Fabric stiffener or Aleene's Stiffen Quik
  • 09
    Mod Podge (optional for very stiff shapes)
  • 10
    Beads (optional, small seed beads or desired size)
  • 11
    Stitch markers (optional for tracking rounds)

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— Earring Design #1 "Take the Helm" :

Difficulty Level :

●●●○ = Intermediate

Round 1 :

Ch4. Working in first ch: dc, (ch2, 2dc) 3 times, ch2, join with slst to top of ch4.

Round 2 :

Ch3, dc in next dc, (ch2, 2 dc in next ch sp, ch2, 1dc in each of next 2 dc) 3 times, ch2, 2dc in next ch sp, ch2, join with slst to top of ch3.

Round 3 :

Sc in same st, sc in next dc, [(sc, picot, sc) in ch sp, 1 sc in each of next two sts] around, ending with (sc, picot, sc) in ch sp, join with slst. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #2 "Lacey Circles" :

Difficulty Level :

●●○○ = Easy

Dimensions :

2 Inches (not including earring post)

Foundation ring :

Ch10, join with slst in first ch to form a ring.

Row 1 :

Ch3 (counts as a dc), 21 dc in ring. Join with slst to third ch of beginning ch-3.

Row 2 :

(Ch3, slst in next dc) around.

Rows 3-6 :

(Ch3, slst in next ch-sp) around. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2. Optional – use stitch markers to help keep track of rounds easier.

— Earring Design #3 "Golden Loops" :

Difficulty Level :

●●●○ = Intermediate

Foundation :

Ch6, join to form ring.

Round 1 :

Ch3 (counts as dc here and throughout), dc in each st around, join with slst to top of beginning ch3.

Consecutive Rounds :

Repeat round 1 until work is 5 ½" long or long enough to make your desired size earring.

Joining :

Loop earring around so you can join the final row with the very first row. Slst in each st around, making sure to go through the stitch in the final row and its corresponding stitch in the first row. (6 slsts). Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #4 "Golden Rimmed Bells" :

Difficulty Level :

●●●○ = Intermediate

Note :

Two thread colors are used in this pattern (white and gold).

Foundation Ring :

With white thread: Ch6, join with slst in first ch to form ring.

Row 1 :

(Right Side) Ch3 (counts as first dc here and throughout), 8dc in ring, push sts together. (9 dc)

Row 2 :

Turn, ch1, sc in same st and in each st across. (9 sc)

Row 3 :

Turn, ch3, dc in next st and in each st across. (9 dc)

Row 4 :

Repeat row 2 (9 sc)

Row 5 :

Turn, ch2 (counts as hdc), hdc in next st and in each st across. (9 hdc)

Row 6 :

Repeat row 2. (9 sc)

Row 7 :

Turn, ch4 (counts as tr), tr in same st, ch1, 2tr in each of next 7 sts, ch1, 2tr in next st, finish off. (18 tr)

Row 8 :

With right side facing, join gold thread in first tr of row 7, sc in first 2tr, skip ch sp, sc in each of next 7tr, ch4, slst in fourth ch from hook, sc in each of next 7 tr, skip ch-sp, sc in last 2tr. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #5 "Snowflake Flower" :

Difficulty Level :

●●○○ = Easy

Round 1 :

Ch6, join to form ring.

Round 2 :

Ch3, 2dc in ring, (ch3, 3dc in ring) 5 times, ch3, slst in top of beginning-ch-3. (6 ch spaces made)

Round 3 :

Ch1, sc in same st, skip next st, sc in next st, (5sc in ch sp, 1sc in next st, skip next st, 1sc in next st) 5 times, 5sc in ch sp, join with slst to first st of round. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #6 "Green Double Loops" :

Difficulty Level :

Intermediate

Dimensions :

2" (not including earring post)

Beginning Ring :

Ch4, join with slst in first ch to form ring.

Round 1 :

ch1, 7sc in ring, join with slst to first sc.

Inner Ring Row 1 :

ch20, skip two sts of beginning ring, slst in next st.

Row 2 :

Turn, 30 sc around inner ring, slst in next 2sts of beginning ring.

Outer Ring Row 1 :

Turn, ch40, skip inner ring, slst in next stitch.

Row 2 :

Turn, 60 sc around outer ring, slst in same st of beginning ring that was used to begin the outer ring.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #7 "Christmas Trees" :

Difficulty Level :

●●●○ = Intermediate

Note :

Place desired bead on thread prior to beginning to crochet.

Row 1 :

Ch5, (tr, ch2, 2tr) in first ch.

Row 2 :

Turn, slst in same st, slst in next st and in ch sp. Working in chain space: ch4 (counts as tr), 2tr, ch3, 3tr.

Row 3 :

Turn, slst in same st, slst in next 2 sts and in ch sp. Working in chain space: ch4, 3tr, ch1, slide bead close to hook, ch2, 4tr. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions on page 2.

— Earring Design #8 "Pineapple Classic" :

Difficulty Level :

Intermediate

Dimensions :

2 Inches (not including earring post)

Row 1 :

Ch4, (dc, ch2, 2dc, ch2, 2dc) in first ch.

Row 2 :

Turn, slst in ch sp, ch3, (dc, ch2, 2dc) in same ch sp, ch3, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in next ch sp.

Row 3 :

Turn, slst in ch sp, ch3, (dc, ch2, 2dc) in same ch sp, (ch2, dc, ch3, dc, ch2) in next ch sp, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in next ch sp.

Row 4 :

Turn, slst in ch sp, ch3, (dc, ch2, 2dc) in same ch sp, ch2, skip ch sp, (dc, ch1) 5 times in ch3-sp, ch1, skip ch sp, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in last ch sp.

Row 5 :

Turn, slst in ch sp, ch3, (dc, ch2, 2dc) in same ch sp, ch2, skip ch2-sp, (sc in next dc, ch3) 4 times, sc in next dc, ch2, skip ch2-sp, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in last ch sp.

Row 6 :

Turn, slst in ch sp, ch3, (dc, ch2, 2dc) in same ch sp, ch2, skip ch2-sp, (sc in next ch-sp, ch3) 3 times, sc in next ch-sp, ch2, skip ch2-sp, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in last ch sp.

Row 7 :

Turn, slst in ch sp, ch3, (dc, ch2, 2dc) in same ch sp, ch2, skip ch2-sp, (sc in next ch-sp, ch3) 2 times, sc in next ch-sp, ch2, skip ch2-sp, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in last ch sp.

Row 8 :

Turn, slst in ch sp, ch3, (dc, ch2, 2dc) in same ch sp, ch2, skip ch2-sp, sc in next ch-sp, ch3, sc in next ch-sp, ch2, skip ch2-sp, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in last ch sp.

Rows 9-11 :

Continue pattern as indicated in the original instructions, finishing as shown. Finish off. Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #9 "Small Pineapples" :

Difficulty Level :

●●○○ = Easy

Foundation :

Ch8, join to form ring.

Round 1 :

Ch3 (counts as dc), 15dc in ring, join in 3rd chain of beginning ch-3.

Row 1 :

(Ch3, slst in next st) 5 times.

Row 2 :

Turn, (Ch3, slst in next ch space) 5 times.

Rows 3-4 :

Repeat row 2.

Row 5 :

Turn, slst in ch sp, (ch3, slst in next ch sp) 4 times.

Row 6 :

Turn, slst in ch sp, (ch3, slst in next ch sp) 3 times.

Row 7 :

Turn, slst in ch sp, (ch3, slst in next ch sp) 2 times.

Row 8 :

Turn, slst in ch sp, ch4, slst in next ch sp. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #10 "Sailboat Lace" :

Difficulty Level :

●●○○ = Easy

Dimensions :

2 Inches (not including earring post)

Foundation :

Ch10, join with slst in first ch to form a ring.

Foundation ring :

Ch3 (counts as a dc), 23dc in ring. Join with slst to third ch of beginning ch-3.

Row 1 :

(Ch3, slst in next dc) 12 times.

Row 2 :

Turn, (ch3, slst in next dc) 12 times.

Rows 3-4 :

Repeat row 2.

Row 5 :

Turn, (ch3, slst in next dc) 12 times, ch14, Ttr in top most dc of foundation ring, ch14, join with slst to first st of row 4. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #11 "Tea Cup Flowers" :

Difficulty Level :

●●○○ = Easy

Instructions :

Magic Ring. Rnd 1: (Ch4, sc) 6 times in ring. Pull ring tight. 6 loops made. Rnd 2: (Sc, 4dc, sc) in each loop. Slst to first sc of round. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #12 "Fans" :

Difficulty Level :

●●○○ = Easy

Dimensions :

2.5 Inches (not including earring post)

Foundation :

Ch10, join with slst in first ch to form a ring.

Round 1 :

Ch3 (counts as a dc), 23dc in ring. Join with slst to third ch of beginning-ch3.

Row 1 :

(Ch3, slst in next dc) 12 times.

Row 2 :

Turn, (ch3, slst in next dc) 12 times.

Rows 3-5 :

Repeat row 2. Finish off.

Info :

Variants: For smaller size end at rows 2, 3, or 4. For larger size repeat row 2 for five rows rather than three. For a different look, turn, so ring is the top of the earring. Finishing: Follow finishing instructions on page 2.

— Earring Design #13 "Shades of Grey Granny Square" :

Difficulty Level :

●●○○ = Easy

Note :

This pattern uses three thread colors.

With first color :

Ch6, join with slst in first ch to form ring.

Round 1 :

ch2, 2hdc in ring, ch3 (3hdc in ring, ch3) three times, join second color at the same time working a slst to top of beginning-ch2.

Round 2 :

turn, ch2, (2hdc, ch3, 3hdc) in next ch sp, ch2, *(3hdc, ch3, 3hdc) in next ch sp, ch2; repeat from * around. Join third color with slst to top of beginning-ch2.

Round 3 :

turn, ch2, 2hdc in next ch sp, ch1, *(3hdc, ch3, 3hdc) in corner ch sp, ch1, ** 3hdc in next ch sp, ch1 repeat from * around, ending at **. Join with slst. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #14 "Diamond Spider Web" :

Difficulty Level :

●●●○ = Intermediate

Dimensions :

2 Inches (not including earring post)

Row 1 :

Ch5, 2dc in third ch from hook, leave remaining sts unworked. Turn.

Row 2 :

Ch2 (counts as dc here and throughout), dc in base of ch2, dc in next dc, 2dc in last dc. Turn.

Row 3 :

Ch2, dc in base of ch2, dc in next dc, ch5, skip next dc, dc in next dc, 2dc in last dc. Turn.

Row 4 :

Ch2, dc in each of next 2 dc, ch4, sc in ch5-sp, ch4, dc in each of next 3 dc. Turn.

Row 5 :

Ch2, dc in each of next 2 dc, ch4, sc in each of next ch4-sp, sc in last ch4-sp, ch4, dc in each of next 3 dc. Turn.

Row 6 :

Ch2, dc in each of next 2 dc, ch4, sc in next ch4-sp, sc in each of next three sc and in next ch4-sp, ch4, 1dc in each of next 3 dc. Turn.

Row 7 :

Ch2, skip next dc, 1dc in next dc, dc in ch4-sp, ch4, skip one sc, sc in each of next three sc, ch4, skip next sc, dc in ch4-sp, dc in next dc, skip one dc, dc in next dc. Turn.

Row 8 :

Ch2, skip next dc, dc in next dc, dc in ch4-sp, ch4, skip one sc, sc in next sc, ch4, skip next sc, dc in ch4-sp, dc in next dc, skip one dc, dc in last dc. Turn.

Row 9 :

Ch2, skip next dc, dc in next dc, dc in ch4-sp, ch1, skip next sc, dc in next ch4-sp, dc in next dc, skip one dc, dc in last dc. Turn.

Row 10 :

Ch2, skip next dc, dc in next dc, dc in ch1-sp, dc in next dc, skip one dc, dc in last dc. Turn.

Row 11 :

Ch2. (YO, insert hook in next dc, yo pull up loop, yo draw through two loops on hook) 4 times, yo pull through all 5 remaining loops on hook. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #15 "Two Toned Tear Drops" :

Difficulty Level :

●●●○ = Intermediate

Materials :

Two colors needed.

With Color A :

Ch15, join with slst in first ch to form ring.

Round 1 :

Sc in each st around. Join using color B with slst to first st of round. (15sts)

Round 2 :

Slst in same st, Working in each st around: slst, sc, sc, 2hdc, 2dc, 2tr, 2tr, 2tr, 2dc, 2hdc, sc, sc, slst, slst. Join with slst in first st of round. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #16 "Tear Drops" :

Difficulty Level :

●●●○ = Intermediate

Foundation :

Ch15, join with slst in first ch to form ring.

Instructions :

Working in each st around: slst, slst, sc, sc, 2hdc, 2dc, 2tr, 2tr, 2tr, 2dc, 2hdc, sc, sc, slst, slst. Join with slst. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions on page 2.

— Earring Design #17 "Silver Bars" :

Difficulty Level :

●○○○ = Beginner

Instructions :

Chain until you have a 2.5-inch chain. Row 1: Hdc in third chain from hook and in each st across, ch2, turn. Row 2: Working in front loops only, hdc in each st across. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #18 "Leaf Motif" :

Difficulty Level :

●●●○ = Intermediate

Special Stitches :

Dc cluster- (yo, insert hook in st indicated, yo, draw up loop, yo, pull through two loops on hook) 3 times, yo pull through remaining four loops on hook. Tr cluster - (yo twice, insert hook in st indicated, yo, draw up loop, yo, pull through two loops, yo, pull through two loops) 3 times, yo pull through remaining four loops on hook.

Foundation :

Ch24 (foundation ch made).

Round 1 :

Dc cluster in 8th ch from hook, ch3, skip 3 sts, dc cluster in next st, ch3, skip 3sts, tr cluster in next st, ch8, skip 3 sts, sc in each of next four sts, 4 sc in next st. Rotate work so you are stitching on the bottom side of the foundation chain.

Round 1 Continued :

Sc in each of next 4 sts, ch8, tr cluster in next cluster st, ch3, dc cluster in next cluster st, ch3, dc cluster in next cluster st, ch4, skip 3 sts, slst in next st.

Round 2 :

Sc in same st and in each st across until you reach the stem. Slst in each st around both sides of stem. Sc in each remaining st until you reach the first st of round 2. Join with slst. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #19 "Picot Tipped Oval" :

Difficulty Level :

●●○○ = Easy

Special Stitches :

dtr, and Picot – see special stitches on pg 2.

Foundation :

Ch18, join with slst in first ch to form ring.

Round 1 :

Slst in next st, ch 5. Working in ring: 3dtr, * 2tr, 4dc, 5hdc, 4dc, 2tr, 4dtr, picot, ** 4dtr, repeat from * to **, slst in top of ch 5. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions on page 2.

— Earring Design #20 "Precious Metal Circles" :

Difficulty Level :

●●○○ = Easy

With silver :

Begin with a Magic Ring. Row 1: ch2, 11dc in ring, join with slst in top of beginning-ch2. Pull magic ring tight and secure tail.

Row 2 :

ch2, dc in same st, 2dc in each st around. Join. Finish off.

With gold :

Repeat as above, ending with row 1. Finish off.

Info :

When attaching these to your earring post, make sure the silver circles are placed beneath the golden ones. Finishing: Follow finishing instructions on page 2.

— Earring Design #21 "Interlocking Rings" :

Difficulty Level :

●●○○ = Easy

Note :

This pattern uses three colors of thread.

First ring, with white :

Ch15, join with slst in first chain to form ring. Round 1: Ch1, 30 sc around ring. Join with slst in first st of round. Finish off. Spread stitches evenly around and shape into a circle. If desired, stiffen this ring prior to continuing.

Second ring, with light grey thread :

Ch15, place chain through the center of white ring from front to back, slst in first chain to form ring. Round 1: Ch1, 30 sc around ring. Join with slst in first st of round. Finish off.

Third ring, with dark grey thread :

Ch15, place chain through the center of light grey ring from front to back, slst in first chain to form ring. Round 1: Ch1, 30 sc around ring. Join with slst in first st of round. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.

— Earring Design #22 "3-Inch Pineapple Drops" :

Difficulty Level :

●●●○ = Intermediate

Dimensions :

3 Inches (not including earring post)

Row 1 :

Ch3, hdc in first ch.

Row 2 :

Ch2 (counts as hdc here and throughout), turn, 2hdc in next st.

Row 3 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in each of next 2 sts.

Row 4 :

Ch2, turn, 2hdc in next st, hdc in next st.

Row 5 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in next st, ch1, hdc in each of the next two sts.

Row 6 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in next st, ch2, skip ch sp, hdc in each of the next two sts.

Row 7 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in next st, ch2, hdc in ch sp, ch2, hdc in each of the next two sts.

Row 8 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in next st, ch3, 2dc in next hdc, ch3, hdc in each of the next two sts.

Row 9 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in next st, ch3, hdc in next dc, ch2, hdc in next dc, ch3, skip ch sp, hdc in each of the next two sts.

Row 10 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in next st, ch3, hdc in next hdc, ch1, (hdc, ch1, hdc, ch1, hdc, ch1) in center ch sp, hdc in next hdc, ch3, skip ch sp, hdc in each of the next two sts.

Row 11 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in next st, ch3, (sc in next ch1-sp, ch3) four times, skip ch3-sp, hdc in each of the next two sts.

Row 12 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in next st, ch3, skip ch sp, (sc in next ch sp, ch3) three times, skip ch3-sp, hdc in each of the next two sts.

Row 13 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in next st, ch3, skip ch sp, (sc in next ch sp, ch3) two times, skip ch3-sp, hdc in each of the next two sts.

Row 14 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in next st, ch3, skip ch sp, sc in next ch sp, ch3, skip ch sp, hdc in each of the next two sts.

Row 15 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in next st, ch5, skip ch spaces, hdc in each of the last two sts.

Row 16 :

Ch2, turn, hdc in next st, skip ch sp, hdc in each of last two sts.

Row 17 :

Turn, sc in next st, skip next st, sc in last st.

Row 18 :

Turn, slst in next st. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions on page 2.

— Earring Design #23 "Spoke Drops" :

Difficulty Level :

●●○○ = Easy

Foundation :

Ch8, join to form ring.

Round 1 :

Ch3 (counts as dc), 1 dc in ring, join in 3rd chain of beginning-ch3.

Round 2 :

Ch5 (counts as dc and a ch2-sp), (dc in next dc, ch2) 7 times, dc in next dc, ch5, slst in next dc, sc in next dc, hdc in next dc, dc in next dc, ch10, dc in next dc, hdc in next dc, sc in next dc, slst in next st. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions on page 2. Using pliers, open and attach earring hook in ch10-loop. Make sure to go around the entire chain rather than a single thickness of thread for strength.

— Earring Design #24 "Fruity Pineapples" :

Difficulty Level :

●●○○ = Easy

Note :

This pattern uses two colors of thread, brown and green.

Foundation Ring :

With brown, Ch3, join with slst to form ring.

Round 1 :

Ch3, 11hdc in ring, join with slst in top of beginning-ch3.

Round 2 :

Ch2, hdc in same st, 2hdc in each st around. Join with slst in top of beginning ch2.

Round 3 :

Ch1, sc in next st, 2sc in next st, (sc in each of next 2 sts, 2sc in next st) around, sc in last 2 sts, join green thread in last st.

Leaves :

(Ch4, tr in same st, ch4, slst in next st) 3 times. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions on page 2.

— Earring Design #25 "Maple Leaves" :

Difficulty Level :

●●●○ = Intermediate

Foundation :

Ch4, join with slst to form ring.

Round 1 :

Ch3, 11dc in ring, join with slst to top of beginning-ch-3.

Round 2 :

2Sc in each st around. Join. (24 sts)

Round 3 :

[Skip one st, (3dc, tr, picot, 3dc) in next st, skip one st, slst in next st] 3 times, [skip one st, (3dc, picot, tr, 3dc) in next st, skip one st, slst in next st] two times.

Stem :

Slst in next st, sc in next st, ch6, Slst in second ch from hook and in each st back up the chain, slst in same st as chain and in next st. Finish off.

Info :

Finishing: Follow finishing instructions on page 2.

Assembly Instructions

  • Weave in ends with a small yarn needle and trim close to the fabric before blocking and stiffening each earring.
  • Pin the earring flat on a blocking board or cardboard in the exact shape you want, using straight pins to hold edges and points.
  • Apply fabric stiffener or Aleene's Stiffen Quik evenly, or use diluted Mod Podge for a very stiff finish; allow to dry completely and repeat if needed.
  • Using jewelry pliers, open the jump ring on the earring hook and attach the hook to the top stitch or loop indicated in the individual pattern; make sure to go through two thicknesses of thread for strength.
  • For pieces that require layering (Precious Metal Circles, Interlocking Rings), position and sew or tack the smaller motifs to the larger motifs before attaching the earring hook so layers stay aligned.
  • If using beads, slide beads onto the thread prior to crocheting where indicated, and secure them in place as you complete the finishing row; trim and weave ends securely.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of rounds and special stitch locations for accurate repeat placement.
  • 💡Block and stiffen each earring according to the finishing instructions; proper finishing makes a dramatic difference in appearance and durability.
  • 💡Work with consistent, slightly tighter tension than garment crochet so motifs hold their shape and look crisp when stiffened.
  • 💡When adding earring hooks make sure to pass through two thicknesses of thread for secure attachment and use pliers to close jump rings fully.

This collection of 25 earring designs brings delicate, wearable crochet into your jewelry box with timeless motifs and modern twists. Each pattern is designed for fine thread and a small hook to produce elegant, gift-ready earrings you’ll be proud to wear. Try metallic threads, beads, and color mixes to make each pair uniquely yours. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished pieces be?

Most earrings measure between 1-3 inches depending on the design; specific dimensions are listed with each pattern (for example, many are 2 inches without the earring post).

Can I use different yarn weights for these patterns?

Yes, you can substitute different thread weights, but the final size and drape will change; make an identical test pair to check proportions and adjust hook size accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this booklet?

This collection is rated overall intermediate since it contains some advanced stitches, but many designs are easy; basic knowledge of chains, slip stitch, single and double crochet is recommended.

How should I finish and stiffen my earrings?

Weave in ends, wet and shape on a blocking board, pin to the desired shape, and apply fabric stiffener or Mod Podge; allow to dry completely and reapply if necessary before attaching earring hooks.