Create a charming crochet mesh scrunchie to add a touch of handcrafted beauty to your hair accessory collection. With just a few basic crochet stitches, you can weave a delicate mesh pattern that stretches snugly around a simple hair elastic.
Crochet Mesh Scrunchie
This scrunchie is not only stylish but also gentle on your hair. Choose your favorite color of soft yarn and bring this adorable craft to life. It's a perfect project for both beginners and seasoned crocheters alike, and once you start, you might find yourself making one for every day of the week!
Materials Needed:
- Lace cotton yarn (e.g., Melissa Pearl No. 8)
- 3 mm crochet hook (adjust based on yarn thickness for a desired look)
- Scissors
- Needle
- Hair elastic
Pattern Instructions:
Starting Chain:
- Make a slip knot.
- Chain 124 (adjust the number based on yarn thickness, but ensure it's:
- An even number
- At least three times the length of your hair elastic).
Row 1 (Creating the Mesh Foundation):
- Yarn over and insert the hook into the 6th chain from the hook.
- Make a double crochet (this creates the first "mesh" hole).
Note: Treat the skipped 5 chains as a double crochet and two chains.
- Chain 1, skip the next chain, and make a double crochet in the following chain.
- Repeat [chain 1, skip 1 chain, double crochet in next chain] to the end of the row.
Row 2 and Beyond (Building the Mesh):
Chain 4 (counts as a double crochet and chain 1) and turn your work.
- Make a double crochet on top of the double crochet from the previous row.
- Continue with [chain 1, double crochet in the next double crochet from the previous row] to the end.
- Repeat this row to your desired scrunchie height (e.g., for a total of 14 rows for a 3 ½ inch or 9 cm height).
Joining the Edges:
- Fold the crochet piece in half.
- Using slip stitches, join both edges by inserting the hook through corresponding stitches on each side.
Adding the Elastic:
- Chain 1.
- Place the hair elastic between the folded crochet piece.
- Close the scrunchie around the elastic by stitching the edges together, ensuring the elastic is encased. Use single crochets for a strong hold.
- Optionally, add picots (chain 3, then slip stitch into the base of the chain) every few stitches for decorative edging.
Finishing Touches:
- Cut the yarn and weave in the ends.
