A curated collection of 25 delicate crochet earring designs you can make with cotton thread and a small hook. This pattern pack includes classic motifs, lace circles, pineapples, leaves, and novelty shapes with clear step-by-step rounds so you can make unique jewelry for yourself or as gifts. You'll find techniques for shaping, finishing, and using two-tone threads to create professional-looking earrings.
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— 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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #2 "Lacey Circles" :
Info :
Difficulty Level: Easy. Dimensions: 2 Inches (not including earring post). Optional – use stitch markers to help keep track of rounds easier.
Foundation :
Ch10, join with slst in first ch to form a ring.
Round 1 :
Ch3 (counts as a dc), 21 dc in ring. Join with slst to third ch of beginning ch-3.
Round 2 :
(Ch3, slst in next dc) around.
Rounds 3-6 :
(Ch3, slst in next ch-sp) around. Finish off.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #3 "Golden Loops" :
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 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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #4 "Golden Rimmed Bells" :
Info :
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. (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 7 tr, skip ch-sp, sc in last 2tr. Finish off.
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-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, 1scin next st) 5 times, 5sc in ch sp, join with slst to first st of round. Finish off.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #6 "Green Double Loops" :
Info :
Difficulty: Intermediate. Dimensions: 2" (not including earring post). Note: On Row 2 of the inner and outer rings, the number of single crochets is recommended as a guideline.
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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #7 "Christmas Trees" :
Info :
Difficulty Level: Intermediate. 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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions on page 2.
— Earring Design #8 "Pineapple Classic" :
Info :
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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained 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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #10 "Sailboat Lace" :
Info :
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.
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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #11 "Tea Cup Flowers" :
Info :
Difficulty Level: Easy. Magic Ring used.
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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #12 "Fans" :
Info :
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.
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.
— Earring Design #13 "Shades of Grey Granny Square" :
Info :
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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #14 "Diamond Spider Web" :
Info :
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, 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.
Rows 9-10 :
Continue following established pattern, shaping edges as directed by repetition and turn rows. Turn as needed.
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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #15 "Two Toned Tear Drops" :
Info :
Difficulty Level: Intermediate. 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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #16 "Tear Drops" :
Info :
Difficulty Level: Intermediate.
Foundation :
Ch 15, join with slst in first ch to form ring.
Round 1 :
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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions on page 2.
— Earring Design #17 "Silver Bars" :
Info :
Difficulty Level: Beginner. 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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #18 "Leaf Motif" :
Info :
Difficulty Level: Intermediate. Special stitches: Dc cluster and Tr cluster described on page 2.
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 Round 1 :
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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #19 "Picot Tipped Oval" :
Info :
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, ch5. Working in ring: 3dtr, *2tr, 4dc, 5hdc, 4dc, 2tr, 4dtr, picot, **4dtr, repeat from * to **, slst in top of ch5. Finish off.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions on page 2.
— Earring Design #20 "Precious Metal Circles" :
Info :
Difficulty Level: Easy. 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.
Finishing :
When attaching these to your earring post, make sure the silver circles are placed beneath the golden ones. Follow finishing instructions on page 2.
— Earring Design #21 "Interlocking Rings" :
Info :
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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions as explained on page 2.
— Earring Design #22 "3-Inch Pineapple Drops" :
Info :
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.
Rows 10-18 :
Continue following pattern rows as indicated on the page, shaping the pineapple with increases and chain spaces. Turn, work back across and finish off at final row. Finish off.
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.
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" :
Info :
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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions on page 2.
— Earring Design #25 "Maple Leaves" :
Info :
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.
Finishing :
Follow finishing instructions on page 2.
This collection of 25 crochet earring patterns brings together delicate lace, bold shapes, and seasonal motifs for handmade style. Each design is crafted for #10 cotton thread and small hooks with clear rounds and finishing guidance to help you create professional-looking jewelry. Grab your thread, pick a favorite design, and make a pair (or five) to wear, gift, or sell. 🧶✨
