Free crochet egg applique pattern (easy Easter applique)

This free crochet egg applique pattern is a quick, beginner-friendly project that’s perfect for Easter crafts and spring crochet projects, including crochet Easter egg appliques for décor and gifts.

Made with simple stitches and easy shaping, this crochet egg applique works up fast and is great for using up scrap yarn. Whether you’re decorating handmade gifts or adding a festive touch to your crochet makes, this pattern is easy to customize in any color or style.

Colorful crochet Easter egg appliques in pastel yarn with embroidered details, shown with a yarn needle, part of a free crochet egg applique pattern.

Cute ways to use this crochet egg applique

This crochet egg applique is small, versatile, and perfect for spring and Easter projects. Here are some fun and creative ways to use it:

Decorate Easter baskets, bags, and totes
Sew onto blankets, pillows, or granny square projects
Add to baby items like hats, sweaters, or blankets
Use for Easter décor, garlands, or table settings
Embellish handmade cards or gift wrap
Create festive craft fair items or small gifts
Use as a quick stash-busting crochet project

Because these appliques are fast to make, they’re perfect for last-minute Easter gifts and seasonal crochet projects.

Crochet egg applique pattern details

Below you’ll find all the key details for this free crochet egg applique pattern, including skill level, materials, finished sizes, and helpful notes to get you started.

Skill level

Beginner — This crochet egg applique pattern uses basic stitches and simple shaping, making it a great project for confident beginners.

Materials needed

Crochet hook size H-8 (5 mm) — Gauge is not critical for this pattern.
Worsted weight yarn (#4) — In pastel colors and white.
Yarn needle — For weaving in ends neatly.
Scissors — To cut your yarn.
Stitch markers — Use these to help keep track of your stitches.

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Finished sizes

The small egg applique measures approximately 2.25 inches wide by 2.75 inches tall (5.7 × 7 cm).

The large egg applique measures approximately 3 inches wide by 3.75 inches tall (7.6 × 9.5 cm).

Gauge

Gauge is not critical for this pattern. Small differences in tension will only affect the finished size slightly.

Crochet abbreviations

dc = double crochet
hdc = half double crochet stitches
tr = treble crochet
sc = single crochet stitches
ch/chs = chain/chains
st/sts = stitch/stitches
sl st = slip stitch
rnd/rnds = round/rounds
rem = remaining

Pattern notes

Join each round with a slip stitch to the first stitch.
Beginning chains do not count as stitches.
Repeat instructions between asterisks (*) for the rest of the round.
The pattern is written in US crochet terms.

Blue crochet egg applique being decorated with simple embroidery stitches, surrounded by colorful pastel crochet eggs, part of a free crochet egg applique pattern for Easter.

Free crochet egg applique pattern instructions

Follow the step-by-step instructions below to crochet this free crochet egg applique pattern in both the small and large sizes.

Small crochet egg

Round 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (11 stitches)
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Round 3: do not chain, sl st in the next st, sc, hdc, dc, 2 tc, 2 tc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st, fasten off and weave in your ends.

Large crochet egg

Round 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (11 stitches)
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Round 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st*, join (33 stitches)
Round 4: do not chain, sl st in the next st, sc, hdc, dc, 2 tc, tc, 2 tc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st, fasten off and weave in your ends.

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Decorating your crochet Easter egg applique

Once your crochet egg is complete, you can add simple embroidered details to give it a fun, festive look. Thread a yarn needle with a contrasting color of yarn and stitch directly onto the surface of the egg.

Beginner-friendly ideas include small straight stitches, dots, or short lines. You don’t need any special embroidery skills — simple stitches work best and are easy to remove or adjust if needed.

Optional embroidery ideas:

Small dots scattered across the egg
Straight lines or stripes
Zigzag or wavy lines
Cross stitches or tiny “x” shapes
Simple flowers or loops

Keep your stitches loose and even, and avoid pulling the yarn too tight so the egg stays flat.

Finishing the crochet egg applique

Fasten off and use a yarn needle to weave in all yarn ends securely.

Frequently asked questions about this crochet egg applique pattern

Is this crochet egg applique pattern beginner friendly?
Yes! This crochet egg applique pattern uses basic stitches and simple shaping, making it a great project for confident beginners.

How long does it take to crochet an egg applique?
Each applique works up quickly and usually takes about 15–20 minutes, depending on your crochet speed.

What yarn works best for crochet egg appliques?
Worsted weight yarn works best, but you can use lighter or heavier yarn to adjust the finished size.

Can I use scrap yarn for this pattern?
Absolutely. This crochet egg applique pattern is perfect for using up small amounts of leftover yarn.

Are there multiple sizes included?
Yes. This pattern includes both a small and a large crochet egg applique.

Can I change the colors or add designs?
Yes! You can easily customize the colors, add stripes, surface crochet, or embroidery to create unique Easter egg designs.

Can I sell items made with this pattern?
Yes, you may sell finished items made using this pattern. Please do not sell, share, or redistribute the pattern itself.

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