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Crochet flower scrunchie with optional rainbow strands

3.0 mm hook, lightweight cotton yarn: makes a ruffled flower scrunchie around a 2-inch elastic tie.

BeginnerLevel

1-2 hoursTime

3.0 mmHook

LightweightYarn

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About this pattern

A joined-round crochet scrunchie worked around a 2-inch elastic hair tie: 40 single crochet stitches cover round 1, round 2 doubles to 80 stitches, and round 4 forms 20 petal clusters for the ruffled edge. Five rounds complete the base, finishing at approximately 3.5 inches / 9 cm diameter relaxed. Optional rainbow strands, chains of 18 stitches in four to six colors, attach afterward. A 3.0 mm hook and about 40 yards / 37 meters of lightweight cotton yarn are the only required tools and materials.

This scrunchie builds a textured, floral ruffle directly onto a standard 2-inch elastic hair tie, worked in five joined rounds of single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet. Round 1 covers the elastic with 40 single crochet stitches, then increases in round 2 double that count to 80 stitches before round 4 shapes 20 petal clusters into the decorative edge. Optional rainbow strands, made from chains of 18 stitches, attach afterward in four to six colors for a hanging ribbon effect. The project uses a small amount of cotton yarn, making it suited to scrap-yarn use.

The pattern

Written out round by round

Materials

1 standard elastic hair tie, approximately 2 inches / 5 cm diameter
Lightweight cotton yarn in one or more colors, approximately 40 yards / 37 meters total
3.0 mm crochet hook (US C-2)
Yarn needle
Small scissors
Stitch marker (optional)

Abbreviations

ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
st = stitch
sts = stitches
inc = increase
Special Stitch = Petal Cluster: Work 1 hdc, 2 dc, 1 hdc into the same stitch to create one rounded petal section.

Main Pattern

The scrunchie is worked in joined rounds around the elastic. The turning chain does not count as a stitch. Slip stitches are used only for joining rounds.

The crochet fabric begins with single crochet stitches tightly wrapped around the elastic.

Round 1Attach yarn around the elastic with a slip knot. Work 40 sc around the elastic. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (40 sts)

After the base is covered, increases are added to create a soft ruffle similar to the floral edges visible in the inspiration.

Round 2Ch 1. Work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (80 sts)

Round 3Ch 1. Work 1 sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. (80 sts)

The texture is created using a combination of single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet stitches. These stitches naturally create height differences, allowing the edge to curl slightly and form a decorative petal shape.

Round 4Ch 1. *Skip 1 stitch, work one Petal Cluster in the next stitch, skip 1 stitch, sl st in the next stitch.* Repeat from * around. Join with a sl st. (20 petal clusters)(20)

Round 5Ch 1. Work 1 sc between each petal cluster around. Join with a sl st. (20 sts) Fasten off and weave in all ends securely.

Optional Rainbow Strands

To create hanging crochet strands similar to colorful ribbon details, attach additional yarn colors to the bottom edge of the finished scrunchie.

Step by step Step by step: Attach a new yarn color to the bottom edge of the scrunchie. Chain 18 stitches. Work 3 sc into the second chain from the hook and each remaining chain. Slip stitch back to the scrunchie base. Repeat with additional colors to create 4 to 6 strands.

Assembly

Step 1Trim yarn ends and weave them through the back of several stitches. Gently stretch the scrunchie around the elastic to distribute the crochet fabric evenly.

Step 2Blocking is optional for this small accessory, but lightly shaping the petals with your fingers after washing can help create a neat flower-like appearance.

Step 3Wash handmade crochet hair accessories gently with mild soap and allow them to air dry flat. Avoid high heat because it may damage elastic fibers.

Tester's notes

3.0 mm (US C-2) hook keeps the 40 stitches of round 1 tight enough to fully hide the elastic; sizing up leaves gaps.

40 single crochet stitches in round 1 must fit evenly around the 2-inch/5-cm elastic without stretching it thin; count stitches, not inches, before starting round 2.

A stitch marker on the first stitch of each round is optional but speeds up finding the join point across all 5 rounds, especially round 4's 20 petal clusters.

Color changes for the 4 to 6 rainbow strands happen after fastening off the main pattern; attach each new color at the bottom edge rather than carrying yarn across rounds.

Tension should stay firm but flexible throughout; stitches worked too loose over the elastic create visible gaps, while stitches worked too tight make the band hard to stretch.

Finished size is approximately 3.5 inches / 9 cm diameter when relaxed; gauge runs approximately 22 single crochet stitches in 4 inches / 10 cm using the 3.0 mm hook and lightweight cotton yarn.

The design can be made in one color or multiple pastel shades for a playful handmade finish; use seasonal color palettes for holidays, birthdays, or matching outfits.

a fuller scrunchie, increase the number of stitches in Round 2; for a smaller accessory, use a thinner elastic and reduce the starting stitches; for a larger decorative piece, add more hanging strands or create longer chains.

At a glance

Rounds	5
Parts	2
Level	Beginner
Time	1-2 hours
Hook	3.0 mm
Yarn	Lightweight

Gauge check

Gauge is approximately 22 single crochet stitches in 4 inches / 10 cm using the 3.0 mm hook and lightweight cotton yarn; work a small swatch to confirm before starting round 1 if your tension runs loose or tight.

Stitch-count checkpoints

Main Pattern · Round 1: 40 sts
Main Pattern · Round 2: 80 sts
Main Pattern · Round 3: 80 sts
Main Pattern · Round 4: 20 sts

If something looks wrong

Stitches around the elastic feel loose or slide.: If the crochet cover slides around, your stitches may be too loose. Use a smaller hook or tighten your tension slightly.
Petal clusters in round 4 look uneven.: Count each petal cluster carefully and make sure the skipped stitches between petals remain consistent.
Scrunchie feels too stiff.: Choose a softer yarn and avoid adding too many stitches around the elastic.

Original pattern: https://duniarecipe.com/easy-crochet-hair-accessories-cute-scrunchies-colorful-hair-clips/

FAQs

Questions

How many elastic hair ties does this pattern use?

One standard elastic hair tie, about 2 inches/5 cm in diameter, per scrunchie. The crochet fabric is built directly around it starting in round 1, so no sewing or gluing attaches the two pieces.

Are the rainbow strands required?

No. The Main Pattern finishes as a complete scrunchie after 5 rounds and fastening off; the Optional Rainbow Strands are a separate add-on of 4 to 6 chains of 18 stitches worked in additional colors.

How much yarn does one scrunchie need?

Only a small amount, approximately 40 yards / 37 meters of lightweight cotton yarn, since round 1 covers just 40 stitches around a 2-inch/5-cm elastic and the full Main Pattern is 5 rounds. This makes the project suited to leftover cotton yarn rather than a full skein.