Crochet face mask pattern
Looking for a simple crochet face mask pattern for costumes or dress-up? This free pattern features a textured design with crocheted ear loops. It’s a fun handmade accessory for themed outfits, photos, or creative costume ideas.
Quick answer
This beginner crochet face mask pattern uses worsted weight (#4) yarn and a D-3 (3.25 mm) crochet hook. The mask is worked flat in 19 rows of single crochet and half double crochet, with back-loop stitches creating texture. Two 40-chain ear loops are added at the ends. The pattern includes one adult size, approximately 6 × 4.5 inches (15 × 11.5 cm), and is intended for decorative use only.
Important: This crochet face mask is a decorative accessory only. It is not designed or tested to protect against viruses, bacteria, or airborne particles. Do not use it as a substitute for a protective face mask or respirator.
Crochet face mask pattern details
Skill level
Beginner. This pattern uses single crochet and half double crochet stitches worked in rows, with back-loop stitches creating texture. The ear loops are made with simple chains and slip stitches.
Materials needed
- D-3 (3.25 mm) crochet hook
- Worsted weight yarn (#4)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Finished size
This crochet face mask pattern includes one adult size.
The finished mask measures approximately 6 inches (15.2 cm) wide and 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) tall, excluding the ear loops.
Finished measurements may vary slightly depending on yarn choice and tension.
Gauge
17 sc sts = 3 inches (7.6 cm)
My guide to crochet gauge explains how to measure your stitches and adjust your hook size.
Crochet abbreviations
- sc = single crochet stitch
- hdc = half double crochet stitch
- blo = back loop only
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
Pattern notes
- Beginning with Row 2, work all stitches in the back loops only.
- The beginning ch 1 in Rows 2–19 does not count as a st.
- The pattern is written in US crochet terms.
Free crochet face mask pattern instructions
Crochet the mask
Row 1: Ch 35, sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each remaining ch. Turn. (34 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc BLO in the next 8 sts, hdc BLO in the next 18 sts, sc BLO in the last 8 sts. Turn. (34 sts)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc BLO in each st across. Turn. (34 sts)
Rows 4–19: Repeat Rows 2–3 eight more times. Do not turn after completing Row 19. (34 sts per row)
Adding the ear loops
First ear loop: At the end of Row 19, ch 40. Join with a sl st to the corner of Row 1 on the same side of the mask. Fasten off.
Second ear loop: Join yarn to the opposite corner of Row 19. Ch 40 and join with a sl st to the corner of Row 1 on that same side. Fasten off.
Finishing
Weave in all remaining yarn ends securely.
Your decorative crochet face mask is complete!
More free crochet accessory patterns
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Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa
