Style effortlessly with this Free Crochet Hair Ties Pattern, shaping the band, adding texture, and finishing with a soft and trendy handmade touch.
A warm memory once surfaced of a simple hair tie gently holding stray strands back during a quiet afternoon, reminding me how even everyday items can carry beauty and meaning. The free crochet hair tie offers exactly that—something small yet full of charm, useful yet sweet in appearance. It can be slipped around a ponytail, used as a wrist accessory, or even gifted as a token of thoughtful handmade care.
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It works beautifully across hair types, from fine to thick, and can complement everyday style or dressed-up looks. Because the project is compact and quick, it's perfect for using up small amounts of leftover yarn, nothing goes to waste. On top of its aesthetic appeal, making the hair tie strengthens one’s confidence in working with elastic-based crochet techniques. The process is satisfying and approachable, offering both a useful result and a small sense of triumph. A humble accessory, it quietly brings both utility and charm into daily life.
The method begins by wrapping yarn around the elastic core, securing it in place with a slip stitch. Next, rounds of stitches—often single crochets—are worked around the elastic, expanding outward and creating a soft, ruffled edge. 
Once the stitches reach the desired width, the final row is joined, the tail woven in, and the band is smoothed into shape. The result is a gentle, stretchy band that combines firmness with a decorative flair.
One of the standout features is the balance between function and ornament. The band holds hair firmly without slipping, while the textured edge adds visual interest.
Project Details
Difficulty Level: Beginner/Easy. The project relies on fundamental crochet skills (slip knot, chain, slip stitch, and single crochet) plus one basic variation, the extended double crochet.
Special Features:
Voluminous Ruffle: By working many stitches into the base of the scrunchie, the final round creates a large, ruffled, and luxurious texture.
Velvet Yarn: The use of Velvet or Velour yarn gives the scrunchie a soft, plush feel.
Uses: Hair tie/accessory, wrist band, or a decorative accessory for ponytails and buns.
Materials & Tools:
Yarn: Velvet yarn (Category #5, 100% Polyester) is used, such as Yarn Bee brand.
Hook: A 5 mm crochet hook is used for the primary yarn. Note: The tutor suggests using a 4 mm hook if substituting with Bernat Velvet due to it being slightly thinner.
Base: One hair elastic.
Other Tools: Scissors, yarn needle, and a lighter (used carefully to prevent the velvet yarn ends from fraying).
Tutor's Suggestions: The tutor provides a useful tip for handling velvet yarn, which tends to fray easily: briefly melting the ends with a lighter to prevent unraveling.
Step-by-Step Crochet Instructions
This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on creating beautiful, voluminous crochet scrunchies using velvet yarn. The project uses basic stitches to achieve a full, ruffled look.
Conclusion & Tip
This scrunchie tutorial is an excellent project for beginners looking to create a plush, fashionable accessory using a simple stitch repeat. The generous stitch count ensures a professional, store-bought level of volume and ruffle.
Final Tip:
Since the key to this scrunchie is volume, pay close attention to your stitch count in the first round. If you feel your 50 SCs are still leaving gaps where the elastic shows when stretched, continue adding more SC stitches until the elastic is completely concealed. A dense base guarantees a full, non-slip scrunchie! [03:50]
