This crochet easter eggs crochet yarn craft is a cheerful hands-on project for kids, classrooms, and family craft time. It uses the tutorial steps below as the practical guide while adding helpful planning notes so the project feels easier to prepare, follow, and finish. Gather the supplies first, give yourself a little workspace, and enjoy making something creative from simple materials.
Materials:
Equipment:
Instructions:
Find what you need:
- Gather your supplies and materials.
Round 1:
- Work 6 single crochet into a magic circle. Pull to tighten the circle and slip stitch in the first st to join the round. (6)
Round 2:
- Chain 1 and insert 2 sc in each st around (an increase). Sl st in the first st to join the round. (12)
Round 3:
- Ch 1 and *insert 1 sc in the first st. Inc in the next st.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (18)
Round 4:
- Ch 1 and *insert 1 sc in each of the first 2 sts. Inc in the next st.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (24)
Round 5:
- Ch 1 and insert 1 sc in each st around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (24)
Round 6:
- Ch 1 and *insert 1 sc in each of the first 3 sts. Inc in the next st.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (30)
Rounds 7–12:
- Ch 1 and insert 1 sc in each st around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (30)
Round 13:
- Ch 1 and *insert 1 sc in each of the first 3 sts. Sc the next 2 sts together (a decrease).*Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (24)
Round 14:
- Ch 1 and insert 1 sc in each st around, Sl st in the first st to join the round. (24)
Round 15:
- Ch 1 and *insert 1 sc in each of the first 2 sts. Dec across the next 2 sts.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (18)
Round 16:
- Ch 1 and insert 1 sc in each st around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (18)
Round 17:
- Ch 1 and *insert 1 sc in the first st. Dec across the next 2 sts.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (12)
- Stuff the egg with fiber fill until it’s firm and holds its shape.
Round 18:
- Ch 1 and dec around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (6)
Close off:
- Fasten off the yarn, leaving a 4 inch tail.
- Use the tail to sew a running st through the 6 final sts at the top.
- Pull the tail to close off the gap and secure it with a knot.
- Weave in the end by going down through the top center of the egg.
- Your crochet Easter egg is complete!
- Have fun making these crochet eggs in all your favourite colours!
- You can also fill up your Easter basket with striped crochet Easter eggs! Keep reading below the tutorial for instructions.
Helpful Tips
- Keep your yarn tension even so both crochet squares come out close to the same size.
- Use the hook size listed in the tutorial so the stitches are firm enough to hold the marble securely.
- Check the marble fit before closing the toy so it can move inside without slipping out.
FAQs
What yarn works best for a crochet fidget toy?
Worsted weight yarn works well because it creates a sturdy fabric that can hold a marble while still feeling soft in your hands.
What size crochet hook do I need?
Use the hook size listed in the tutorial. For this project, a 5mm crochet hook helps create stitches that are firm but still easy to work with.
What size marble should I use?
A regular glass marble is usually a good fit. Check that the marble can move inside the toy without slipping through the stitches.
Can beginners make this crochet fidget toy?
Yes, confident beginners can make it if they are comfortable chaining, working basic crochet stitches, joining pieces, and finishing yarn ends.
Can I wash a crochet marble fidget toy?
Hand wash gently and let it air dry. Avoid rough washing because the marble and stitched closure should stay secure.
Final Thoughts
When the crochet fidget toy is finished, test the marble movement gently and check that the closing stitches feel secure. This is a small project, but it is a useful way to practice tension, joining, and simple finishing while making something fun to hold.
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