A crochet egg cover is one of the sweetest, simplest ways to add handmade charm to your Easter table this spring. You can view the pattern completely free on this page, or you can buy the ad-free, printable PDF from our shop.
UPDATED: March 13, 2026 BY BRITTANY
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Skill Level | Easy
Finished Size | Fits medium to large eggs
Easter is one of those holidays that begs for small, thoughtful details — the kind that make your table feel intentional without requiring a weekend of prep. A set of crochet egg covers does exactly that, tucking right into your existing décor while giving it that cozy, handmade charm.
Once you make one, you’ll want to make a dozen! This pattern works up quickly, making it a great weekend project you can finish in just a few hours of relaxed crochet time.
About our Crochet Egg Cover Pattern
Whether you’re covering hard-boiled eggs for an Easter brunch or dressing up plastic eggs for a centerpiece, this pattern works up quickly and makes a big impact. Even better, it’s a great stash buster — perfect for using up those small bits of yarn left over from bigger projects.
Keep reading for more frequently asked questions, and pattern details, or jump down to the free pattern.
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Recommended Supplies
- About 10 yds; Medium-Weight (#4) yarn per egg cover
- 4 mm crochet hook (Hat, buckle and band)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
This pattern is a perfect scrap buster. Because crochet egg covers are so small, you only need a small amount of yarn to finish one — which makes this a great opportunity to dig into that stash and use up what you already have on hand.
Cotton yarn is an ideal choice for this project. It holds its shape well, has a nice stitch definition, and gives the finished cover a crisp, clean look. I used Lily Sugar’n Cream, which is widely available, affordable, and comes in a huge range of colors — including plenty of springy pastels that are perfect for Easter.
That said, don’t feel limited to what I used. This is a low-stakes project, so it’s a great chance to experiment. Try a different cotton yarn you’ve been wanting to test, mix and match colors for a coordinated set, or grab whatever worsted weight scraps are calling your name. The small size means you’ll find out quickly what you love — and it won’t cost you much time or yarn to find out.
Abbreviations
This pattern is written using standard US crochet terminology.
- Ch Chain
- Hdc Half Double Crochet
- Hk Hook
- Rem Remaining
- Rep Repeat
- Sc Single Crochet
- Slst Slip Stitch
- St(s) Stitch(es)
Crochet Egg Cover Pattern Notes
This crochet egg cover pattern works up in no time — most crocheters can finish a single egg cover in under 20 minutes, making them ideal for last-minute gifting or whipping up a whole basket full before Easter morning. The simple construction means even beginners will feel confident from the very first round.
Worked in continuous rounds with no seaming required, each egg cover comes together with minimal fuss and maximum charm. Cotton yarn gives the finished piece a clean, polished look that’s as pretty on the table as it is practical.
This pattern recommends using the magic ring to start crocheting in the round. Learn how to make a magic ring with our tutorial here.
Finished Size: When finished, your crochet egg cover will fit most medium to large eggs. It will measure about 2.5” diameter at the top, 1.5” diameter at the base and 1.5” tall.
Gauge: Base after finishing round 3 measures about 1.5” diameter.
Not sure what gauge is? Check out our comprehensive guide to learn all about it here.
Crochet Egg Cover Pattern Instructions
Round 1: Make a magic ring with 8 hdc. Slst to the first hdc to join the round. (8 sts)
Round2: Ch 1 (doesn’t count as a st). Make 2 hdc in every st. Slst to the first hdc to join the round. (16 sts)
Round 3: Ch 1 (doesn’t count as a st). BPhdc all sts. Slst to the first hdc to join the round. (16 sts)
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Round 4: Ch 1 (doesn’t count as a st). *Make 2 hdc in the first st, and 1 hdc in the next. Rep from * to the last st. Make 2 hdc in the last st. (24 sts)
Rounds 5-6: Ch 1 (doesn’t count as a st). Make 1 hdc in all sts. Slst to the first hdc to join the round. (24 sts)
Round 7: Ch 1 (doesn’t count as a st). Sc in the same st. *Sk 1 st, 5 hdc in the next st. Sk 1 st, and sc in the next st. Rep from * to the last 2 sts. In the second to last st, make 5 hdc. Sk the last st. Slst to the first hdc to join the round.
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