This collection brings 25 beautiful crochet earring designs together in one booklet so you can create delicate, stylish jewelry at home. Youll find quick lace circles, bold pineapple drops, playful leaves, and more — all designed for thread and tiny hooks. Each pattern includes stitch details, finishing tips, and ideas for stiffening and shaping so your earrings look professional and last.
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— Basic Pattern Information :
Infos :
Materials: #10 Cotton Crochet Thread. 1.5 mm Crochet Hook. Fishhook Earring Posts. Materials needed for shaping and stiffening: Fabric stiffener for medium level of stiffness, Modge Podge for extreme level of stiffness, Straight Pins (for shaping/blocking), Cardboard/block or other surface for pinning during shaping. Pattern Notes: Check each pattern for additional materials. Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Work should be blocked/shaped and stiffened once completed to maintain desired appearance. Recommended hand washing and reblocking when necessary. Aleenes Stiffen Quik recommended for medium stiffness. See Finishing section on page 2 for more details.
Infos :
Stitches used in this book: Magic Ring. ch - chain. sl st - slip stitch. sc - single crochet. hdc - half double crochet. dc - double crochet. tr - treble crochet. dtr - double treble. Ttr - triple treble. Qtr - quadruple treble. p - picot. Special Stitches: Triple treble (Ttr): yo 4 times, insert hook in stitch indicated, draw up a loop, (yo, pull through 2 loops) 5 times. Quadruple treble (Qtr): yo 5 times, insert hook in stitch indicated, draw up a loop, (yo, pull through 2 loops) 6 times. Picot: ch 3, slst in third ch from hook.
— Earring Design #1 "Take the Helm" :
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" :
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 :
Optional - use stitch markers to help keep track of rounds easier. Dimensions: 2 inches (not including earring post).
— Earring Design #3 "Golden Loops" :
Beginning :
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 1/2" 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" :
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. (9hdc)
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 7tr, skip ch-sp, sc in last 2tr. Finish off.
Info :
Finishing: Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #5 "Snowflake Flower" :
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-ch3. (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" :
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.
Inner Ring Row 2 :
Turn, 30sc around inner ring, slst in next 2sts of beginning ring.
Outer Ring Row 1 :
Turn, ch40, skip inner ring, slst in next stitch.
Outer Ring Row 2 :
Turn, 60sc around outer ring, slst in same st of beginning ring that was used to begin the outer ring. Finish off.
Info :
Note: On Row 2 of the inner and outer rings, the number of single crochets is recommended as a guideline. Use more or less single crochets until the ring is full and the stitches are tight together. Dimensions: 2" (not including earring post).
— Earring Design #7 "Christmas Trees" :
Info :
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" :
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, (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) 3 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.
Row 9 :
Turn, slst in ch sp, ch3, (dc, ch2, 2dc) in same ch sp, ch2, skip ch2-sp, sc in next ch-sp, ch2, skip ch2-sp, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in last ch sp.
Row 10 :
Turn, slst in ch sp, ch3, (dc, ch2, 2dc) in same ch sp, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in last ch sp.
Row 11 :
Turn, slst in ch sp, ch2, dc in last ch sp. Finish off.
Info :
Dimensions: 2 Inches (not including earring post). Finishing: Follow finishing instructions on page 2.
— Earring Design #9 "Small Pineapples" :
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.
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" :
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.
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" :
Rnd 1 :
Magic Ring. (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" :
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 top of earring.
— Earring Design #13 "Shades of Grey Granny Square" :
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 :
Note: This pattern uses three thread colors.
— Earring Design #14 "Diamond Spider Web" :
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, and 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" :
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.
— Earring Design #16 "Tear Drops" :
Begin :
Ch15, join with slst in first ch to form ring.
Round :
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.
— Earring Design #17 "Silver Bars" :
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 :
Difficulty Level: Beginner.
— Earring Design #18 "Leaf Motif" :
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.
Continue :
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.
— Earring Design #19 "Picot Tipped Oval" :
Foundation :
Ch18, join with slst in first ch to form ring.
Round 1 :
Slst in next st, ch5. Working in ring: 3dtr, *2tr, 4dc, 5hdc, 4dc, 2tr, 4dtr, picot, **4dtr, repeat from * to **, slst in top of ch5. Finish off.
Info :
Special Stitches: dtr and picot (see special stitches on page 2). Finish off and block as desired.
— Earring Design #20 "Precious Metal Circles" :
Info :
Note: This pattern uses two colors of thread, silver and gold.
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. When attaching these to your earring post, make sure the silver circles are placed beneath the golden ones.
— Earring Design #21 "Interlocking Rings" :
First ring (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 (light grey) :
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 (dark grey) :
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.
— Earring Design #22 "3-Inch Pineapple Drops" :
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 :
Dimensions: 3 Inches (not including earring post). Finishing: Follow finishing instructions on page 2.
— Earring Design #23 "Spoke Drops" :
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" :
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 :
Note: This pattern uses two colors of thread, brown and green. Finishing: Follow finishing instructions on page 2.
— Earring Design #25 "Maple Leaves" :
Foundation :
Ch4, join with slst to form ring.
Round 1 :
Ch3, 11dc in ring, join with slst to top of beginning-ch3.
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 as explained on page 2.
— Finishing & General Tips :
Infos :
Finishing: Finish off. Weave in ends. Shape as desired and pin in place, then stiffen. Follow label instructions on your selected stiffening product. Don’t skip the shaping and stiffening; it makes all the difference. Using pliers, open and attach earring hook to topmost stitch. Make sure to go through two thicknesses of thread for strength. See page 18 for more finishing tips and the 7-step finishing checklist.
This booklet offers 25 charming crochet earring designs that transform thread into wearable art. Each pattern includes clear rounds, finishing tips, and stiffening advice to help you create professional jewelry. Pick a favorite, stitch, shape, and share your handmade style with pride! 🧶✨
