This simple crochet project is perfect for beginners. If you can slip stitch and single crochet, then you can make this chunky scrunchie. Choose your favourite colour of yarn and have fun making this DIY hair accessory!
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What yarn is best for making a crochet scrunchie?
You can use either DK (size 3, light) or worsted weight (size 4, medium) yarn to make this scrunchie. Acrylic yarn is a great choice for textured hair — it’s smooth and won’t get caught in curls. If you have thinner or silkier hair, cotton yarn is recommended. The texture of the cotton yarn will help it stay in place.
How to make a crochet scrunchie with thinner yarn?
We made some of our scrunchies using DK yarn. This takes longer, but creates a really small, neat stitch. To make this scrunchie with DK yarn, use a 4.5mm hook and start with 21 chains.
How many rows does each crochet scrunchie need?
To make a scrunchie with DK weight yarn, we crocheted about 100 – 110 rounds. For the scrunchies we made with worsted weight yarn, we did between 65 – 75 rows. Follow these numbers to make crochet scrunchies just like ours, or if you don’t want to count rounds, simply use your best judgement until the scrunchie looks how you want. The exact number of rows will also differ based on the stretchiness of your elastic.
How can I adjust the size of these crochet scrunchies?
To change the size of the scrunchie, without changing the yarn or hook size, adjust the number of chains at the beginning. Use fewer chains for a scrunchie that’s smaller around, or more chains for larger, chunky scrunchies.
Crochet in the round around a hair elastic to make this super cute crochet scrunchie! Scrunchies are soft and gentle on hair, and you can make them to match all your outfits! Crochet scrunchies also make great homemade gifts or small items to sell at craft fairs.
Here’s even more fun crochet ideas:
Crochet Dishcloth
Easy Crochet Coasters
Crochet Hat
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