Easy Crochet Daisy Earrings and Necklace – Free Pattern for Beginners

If you’ve been looking for a sweet, wearable project that works up quickly and makes a beautiful handmade gift, you’ve found it. These crochet daisy earrings and necklace are absolutely charming, surprisingly beginner-friendly, and cost almost nothing to make. Whether you’re brand new to crochet or just looking for a small project to use up leftover thread, this pattern is the perfect excuse to pick up your hook and create something lovely to wear.

Crochet jewelry has been having a major moment, and it’s easy to see why. There’s something incredibly satisfying about turning a simple ball of thread into a delicate accessory you can wear or gift. These daisies are the ideal starting point because they use only a few basic stitches, come together in minutes, and look far more impressive than the effort required to make them.

In this post, you’ll find everything you need: a full free pattern, tips for beginners, suggestions for customizing your daisies, and ideas for turning them into all kinds of accessories beyond earrings and necklaces. Let’s get into it.

Why You’ll Love This Pattern

Before we dive into the how-to, let’s talk about why this project is worth your time.

First, it’s genuinely beginner-friendly. You only need to know how to make a magic ring, chain, single crochet, and slip stitch. If you’ve completed even one crochet project before, you have everything you need. If you’re truly brand new, this is a wonderful first project because the small size means you’ll see results quickly and feel that satisfying rush of accomplishment within your first crafting session.

Second, it’s affordable. Crochet jewelry uses tiny amounts of thread or yarn. A single skein of cotton thread can make dozens of these little daisies, which means you can experiment with colors and sizes without spending much at all. You’ll also find that most beginner crocheters already have the supplies they need sitting in their craft stash.

Third, these daisies are incredibly versatile. Once you master the basic daisy motif, you can use it to make earrings, a necklace, a bracelet, a hair clip, a brooch, a bag charm, or even decorations for a headband or clothing. The pattern is a building block, and once you have it down, the creative possibilities are almost endless.

Materials You’ll Need

Here’s what you’ll need to gather before you start:

Thread or yarn: Size 10 crochet cotton thread works beautifully for delicate, dainty daisies. You can also use fingering weight yarn for a slightly chunkier look that’s still lightweight enough to wear as jewelry. Choose white or cream for the petals, and yellow for the center. Of course, feel free to play with any color combination you love — pastel daisies, bold rainbow daisies, or even monochromatic daisies in different shades of the same color all look stunning.

Crochet hook: For size 10 thread, use a 1.5mm or 1.75mm steel hook. If you’re working with fingering weight yarn, a 2.0mm to 2.5mm hook works well. The smaller the hook, the tighter and more defined your stitches will be.

Scissors: A small, sharp pair works best for trimming thread ends neatly.

Tapestry needle or yarn needle: You’ll use this to weave in your ends.

Earring hooks: Available at craft stores or online in gold, silver, or rose gold finishes. You’ll need two for the earrings.

Jump rings: Small metal rings that connect your crocheted daisy to the earring hook or necklace chain. You can find these wherever jewelry-making supplies are sold.

Chain or cord for the necklace: A simple gold or silver chain looks elegant with these daisies. You can also use a waxed cotton cord or suede cord for a more boho look. Cut it to your preferred necklace length — 16 to 20 inches is typical.

Needle-nose pliers: For opening and closing jump rings when assembling the jewelry.

Stitch marker (optional): Helpful for keeping your place in the pattern.

Fabric stiffener or starch spray (optional): Spraying or dipping your finished daisies in fabric stiffener and letting them dry flat gives them a crisp, polished look that holds up beautifully for jewelry.

Understanding the Abbreviations

This pattern uses standard US crochet terminology. Here’s a quick reference:

• MR – Magic ring (also called magic loop or adjustable ring)
• Ch – Chain
• Sl st – Slip stitch
• Sc – Single crochet
• Dc – Double crochet
• St – Stitch
• Rnd – Round
• Rep – Repeat

The Free Pattern: Crochet Daisy Motif

This is the core pattern you’ll use for both the earrings and necklace. Once you can make one daisy, you can make all the jewelry in this tutorial.

Finished size: Approximately 1 to 1.25 inches in diameter when made with size 10 thread. Size will vary slightly depending on your tension and hook size.

Gauge: Gauge is not critical for this project. The important thing is that your stitches are neat and even.

Making the Daisy

Round 1 – The Center

Using yellow thread, make a magic ring.

Ch 1, work 6 sc into the magic ring. Pull the ring closed snugly. Join with a sl st to the first sc. You will have 6 stitches in your center ring.

Fasten off yellow, leaving a short tail. Weave in the end with your tapestry needle.

Round 2 – The Petals

Join white (or your chosen petal color) with a sl st to any sc in Round 1.

Ch 6, sl st into the same stitch, sl st into the next stitch. Repeat from to around until you have made a petal in each of the 6 stitches. (6 petals total)

Join with a sl st to the first sl st of this round.

Fasten off, leaving a tail long enough to weave in.

Weave in all remaining ends.

Your daisy is complete.

Tips for a Beautiful Daisy

When you make your magic ring, pull it firmly before you start working your stitches. A loose center will make the daisy look puckered or uneven.

When you work the chain-6 petals in Round 2, try to keep your tension consistent. If some chains are looser or tighter than others, your petals will be different sizes and the daisy won’t look as tidy. Practice on a few daisies before you decide which ones to turn into jewelry — the first attempt is often your least polished, and that’s completely normal.

If you find that the petals are curling, a light blocking or stiffening will help enormously. Lay your daisies flat on a foam blocking board, pin the petals gently into shape, mist with water or stiffener, and allow to dry completely before assembling your jewelry.

Assembling the Earrings

To turn your daisies into earrings, follow these simple steps.

Make two daisy motifs that are as similar in size and shape as possible.

If you’re using fabric stiffener, treat both daisies now and let them dry completely before proceeding.

Open a jump ring using your needle-nose pliers by twisting one end toward you and the other away from you (never pull them apart sideways, as this weakens the ring and makes it harder to close neatly). Thread the jump ring through one of the petal loops at the top of your daisy. Also thread the earring hook onto the jump ring. Close the jump ring by reversing the twist.

Repeat for the second earring.

That’s it. You now have a pair of handmade crochet daisy earrings. They’re lightweight, comfortable to wear, and absolutely adorable.

Assembling the Necklace

For the necklace, you can use a single daisy as a pendant, or create a chain of three, five, or even more daisies for a more statement-making piece. A single daisy pendant is classic and elegant; a row of daisies has a whimsical, boho quality that’s wonderful for summer.

Single Daisy Pendant:

Make one daisy motif. Stiffen and dry if desired.

Open a jump ring and thread it through one of the petals at the top of the daisy. Thread the jump ring onto the center link of your chain. Close the jump ring.

Attach a clasp to the ends of the chain if it doesn’t already have one, and your necklace is ready to wear.

Multi-Daisy Necklace:

Make as many daisies as you’d like for your design — three to five is a pretty, balanced number for a shorter necklace.

Arrange your daisies along the center of your chain. Using individual jump rings, attach each daisy to a link on the chain, spacing them evenly. You can attach them all in a row for a garland-style necklace, or let the center daisy hang a little lower than the flanking ones for a layered look.

Making a Matching Set

One of the nicest things about this pattern is how naturally it lends itself to a coordinated set. If you make earrings and a necklace in the same thread color and pair them with matching hardware — all gold, all silver, or all rose gold — you’ll have a put-together, cohesive set that looks like it came from a boutique.

Consider packaging the set in a small gift box with a ribbon if you’re making it as a gift. Handmade crochet jewelry is a meaningful, personal present for birthdays, Mother’s Day, weddings, baby showers, or really any occasion. People treasure handmade things because they know time and care went into making them.

Customizing Your Daisies

Once you have the basic pattern down, there are so many ways to put your own spin on it.

Change the colors. Classic white petals with a yellow center are timeless, but don’t stop there. Try lavender petals with a white center. Make pink daisies for a romantic look. Use a variegated thread so each petal is a slightly different shade. Create a collection of daisies in different colors and mix them together for a boho necklace full of personality.

Add a bead center. Instead of crocheting a center, work your petals around a small round bead for a different texture and a bit of sparkle. Pearl beads look especially lovely and give the daisy a more elevated, jewelry-quality finish.

Change the petal count. The basic pattern uses 6 petals, which gives you a classic daisy shape. If you work more stitches into your magic ring — say, 8 or 10 — and make a petal in each one, you’ll get a fuller, rounder flower. Try different petal counts to see what shapes you love.

Vary the petal length. A chain of 5 makes smaller, perkier petals. A chain of 8 makes long, dramatic petals that give the daisy a more open, wild-flower feel. Experiment with different chain lengths to see which you like best.

Combine with other motifs. If you also know how to make a small granny square or a simple circle motif, you can combine those elements with your daisies on a necklace for more visual interest.

Try different thread textures. Metallic thread or silk thread creates a completely different aesthetic from matte cotton. Gold metallic daisies make stunning earrings for a special occasion.

Caring for Your Crochet Jewelry

Handmade crochet jewelry is surprisingly durable, but it does need a little care to keep it looking its best.

Store your pieces in a dry place away from direct sunlight, which can cause thread to fade over time. A small jewelry box or a zippered pouch works well.

If your daisies get dusty or lose their shape, you can gently hand wash them in cool water with a small drop of mild soap, rinse thoroughly, reshape while damp, and let them dry flat. If you originally stiffened them with fabric stiffener, reapply a little after washing to restore their crispness.

Avoid getting your jewelry wet regularly — while the thread itself can handle moisture, the metal findings like earring hooks and jump rings can tarnish or corrode over time with frequent exposure to water.

More Ways to Use Your Daisy Motif

Once you fall in love with making these little daisies (and you will), you’ll start seeing opportunities to use them everywhere.

Glue one to a plain hair clip or bobby pin for an instant floral accessory. Attach several along a headband. Sew them onto a tote bag or a hat. Make a flower crown by linking many daisies together into a chain and shaping it into a circle. Use them as appliqués on a cardigan or a child’s dress.

You can even make a daisy bracelet by stringing several daisies onto an elastic cord, alternating them with small beads.

The more you make, the faster the pattern becomes, and the more natural it feels to imagine all the things you could create.

Beginner Tips for Success

If you’re new to crochet and this is one of your first projects, here are a few extra tips to help things go smoothly.

Work in good lighting so you can see your stitches clearly. Thread work is small, and it’s easy to accidentally split a stitch or miss one if you’re working in dim conditions.

Take your time with the magic ring. It’s the foundation of every daisy, and getting it right makes the whole flower look better. Watch a video tutorial on making a magic ring if you find written instructions confusing — it’s one of those techniques that clicks immediately once you see it done.

Don’t be discouraged if your first daisy isn’t perfect. It almost certainly won’t be, and that’s completely fine. By the third or fourth daisy, you’ll start to notice your technique improving. By the tenth, you’ll be making them quickly and beautifully.

Use a hook that feels comfortable in your hand. If you’re experiencing tension or discomfort while working, try a hook with an ergonomic grip or experiment with how you hold your hook and thread.

Join online crochet communities where you can share your work and ask questions. There are wonderful groups on Instagram, Reddit, Ravelry, and Facebook full of supportive crafters who love celebrating each other’s projects.

Final Thoughts

These crochet daisy earrings and necklace are proof that small things can be incredibly beautiful. In just a little time and with just a little thread, you can create jewelry that’s charming, wearable, and entirely handmade. Whether you’re making them for yourself, as a gift, or as the start of a small handmade shop, this pattern is one worth keeping in your collection.

I hope you enjoy making these daisies as much as I do. If you make a pair, share them — I always love seeing how people put their own creative spin on a pattern. Happy crocheting!