Easy Lace Scrunchie Crochet Pattern (Free & Beginner Friendly)

Looking for a quick and pretty crochet project? This Easy Lace Scrunchie Crochet Pattern is the perfect beginner-friendly accessory! Made with worsted weight cotton yarn and simple stitches, this scrunchie works up quickly while adding a soft lace look with delicate texture and scalloped edging. The pattern uses basic stitches like single crochet, double crochet, chains, and easy v stitches, making it a relaxing and fun project for crocheters of all skill levels. Plus, there’s a full video tutorial to guide you through every step!

Why You’ll Love This Easy Lace Scrunchie

• Beginner-friendly crochet pattern
• Quick project that works up fast
• Uses simple basic stitches
• Lightweight and comfortable to wear
• Great for gifts, markets, and stash busting
• Includes a full step-by-step video tutorial

About the Pattern

This crochet scrunchie is worked directly around a hair elastic, creating a stretchy and secure finished accessory. The base is made with single crochet stitches before adding airy lace sections made from double crochet stitches, chains, and v stitches. A scalloped border finishes the edges for a soft decorative touch.

Because this project uses cotton yarn, the scrunchie has great structure while still feeling lightweight and comfortable in your hair. It’s perfect for everyday wear, summer accessories, or quick handmade gifts.

Supplies

• Worsted weight cotton yarn
  • I used Dishie
• H/5.0 mm crochet hook
• Hair elastic
• Scissors
• Yarn needle

Stitches Used

This pattern uses only beginner-friendly crochet stitches:

• Single Crochet (sc)
• Double Crochet (dc)
• Chains (ch)
• V Stitches
• Scalloped edging

The combination of simple lace sections and soft scallops creates a delicate, feminine look while still being easy to crochet.

Ready to Crochet?

Grab your favorite cotton yarn, an H hook, and a hair elastic, and crochet this sweet and simple lace scrunchie today! With easy stitches, delicate texture, and a quick construction, this is the perfect small project to add to your crochet accessory collection.

Making the Easy Lace Scrunchie Crochet Pattern

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Materials
worsted weight cotton yarn (I used WeCrochet Dishie)
H/5.0 mm hook
hair elastic
yarn needle
scissors

Level
easy+

Pattern Notes & Stitches to Know
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
rem – remaining
rep – repeat
sc – single crochet
sk – skip
sl st – slip stitch
sp – space
st(s) – stitch(es)
* * – work step in between asterisk

Special Stitches:

vst – V stitch – (dc, ch 1 dc) in one st or sp

• written in US terms
• ch 1 does not count as sc
• ch 4 counts as dc + ch 1
• This scrunchie starts by working the first round around the hair elastic. The starting number of stitches might vary depending on your hair elastic and tightly they are worked around.

CROCHET PATTERN WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS

working around the hair elastic, ch 1

Round 1: 50 sc, join to first sc with sl st (50 sc)

The first round needs to be very tight around the hair elastic. Adjust the number of stitches as needed.

Round 2: ch 4, *dc in next st, ch 1* rep from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st (50 dc)

Round 3: ch 4, dc in ch-1 sp, vst in each ch-1 sp around, join to first dc with sl st (50 vst)

Round 4: *ch 4, sl st to next ch-1 sp* rep from * to * around to last ch-1 sp, ch 4, sl st to first st

Fasten off. Weave in the ends.

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