Crocheting is not just for making cozy blankets and warm scarves. You can also create intricate, delicate, and stylish accessories like star-shaped earrings. These charming earrings are perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to your outfit. These ones are approximately 1 & 1/2 inches, and the pattern is beginner friendly and only has 2 rows!
Materials Needed
Before you dive into crocheting these adorable star-shaped earrings, gather the following materials:
- Crochet thread in your choice of color. I used Artiste size 10 crochet thread in the color Orchid (size 10 is commonly used for this project).
- A 1.5 mm crochet hook (sponsored link).
- Fish hook earring hooks with jump rings (or with separate jump rings).
- Small pair of scissors (sponsored link).
- Tapestry needle (sponsored link)for weaving in ends.
- Blocking board (sponsored link). I prefer the foam ones, but you could even make your own!
- Fabric stiffener (sponsored link).
Pattern Abbreviations
Note: This pattern uses US crochet terminology. If you are more familiar with UK terminology, remember that a single crochet in the US is equivalent to a double crochet in the UK, etc.
Make sure you are familiar with the following stitches and abbreviations:
Chain – ch
Slip stitch – sl st
Single crochet – sc
Half-double crochet – hdc
Double crochet – dc
Triple (treble) crochet – tr
Star Pattern (make 2):
- Start with a magic ring (an adjustable loop).
- Round 1: Chain 3 and make 14 double crochet stitches into the magic ring. Pull the tail of the magic ring to close the circle. Sl st into the top of the ch 3 that you started the round with to close the round.
- Round 2: *Chain 6, sc into 3rd ch down from the hook, hdc in next ch down, dc in next ch down, tr in last chain, skip 2 stitches (on round), sl st into next stitch*. Repeat from * to * 4 more times until you have 5 points for the star. Sl st into 3rd stitch after the last point you crocheted, ch 1, cut off yarn and pull through to fasten off.
- Weave in the ends on the back side of the star.
Assembly
- Attach a jump ring to one of the star points. Make sure the jump ring is securely closed.
- Connect the earring hook to the jump ring.
- Repeat the same process for the second earring.
- Ensure that both earrings are attached symmetrically to the earring hooks.
- Give your earrings a final inspection to make sure all knots and ends are neatly hidden.
- Now your beautiful crocheted star-shaped earrings are ready to shine!
Customization
Feel free to get creative and customize your crochet star-shaped earrings. You can experiment with different colors of crochet thread, add beads or sequins for extra sparkle, or even change the size of the stars by using different thread sizes and crochet hooks.
Crochet star-shaped earrings are a wonderful way to showcase your crafting skills and add a personal touch to your style. This free pattern is beginner-friendly and offers a quick, satisfying project. Whether you’re gifting them to a friend or wearing them yourself, these earrings are sure to dazzle and impress. Enjoy crocheting and wearing your handmade stars!
Happy Crocheting!
