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Granny squares are never going out of style! The Granny Square Ruffle Earring is a quick and fashionable make. These are perfect for gifting to anyone who loves crochet, color, or unique jewelry. While designed with size 10 cotton crochet thread and a 1.75 mm hook, you can really create these with any size yarn and hook to make every ear stand out!

The smallest size is a free pattern on the blog!

SIZES
When using size 10 cotton thread (like Curio 10) and 1.75mm hook:
S - 1 1/4” x 1 1/2”
M - 1 7/8” x 2”
L - 2 1/2 ” x 2 5/8”
Sizes will vary according to your tension, hook type and thread used.

Materials

• Curio, Artiste, Aunt Lydia’s or Lizbeth
• Size 10 Cotton Thread
• 10-18 yards
• 1.75 mm hook
• Aleene’s Stiffen Quik Spray
• Blocking board
• Plastic wrap or wax paper
• Pins
• Needle
• Sharp scissors
• Flat Nosed Pliers
• Ear Hooks

Note: Any size crochet hook and thread or yarn can be used. You are not limited to what is recommended in this pattern.

The pattern is written without color changes, but it is possible to use between 1 and 5 colors on this earring. Be creative and try a variety of colors and combinations. Check out the photos for inspiration.

There are so many different kinds of thread and yarn that you can use when creating this pattern. Don’t feel limited by the recommendations in this pattern. I recommend threads that I or my testers have used and liked. But there are limitless choices at your fingertips. If you find one you really love, let me know about it!
My Go-To Choices for 1.5-1.9mm hook

• Curio 10
• Lizbet 10 & 20
• Artiste (10)
• Aunt Lydia’s Classic 10
• 3-strand linen thread (purchased on Etsy)
• DMC Embroidery Thread (8)

Other Ideas for 2mm & up hook

• Curio 3
• Lizbeth 3
• Aunt Lydia’s Fashion 3
• Fingering Cotton (any brand)
• Fingering Linen (any brand)
• Absolutely anything else you’d like to try!

©2026 Amber Bliss Calderón. All rights reserved. This pattern is for personal use. You may not alter, sell, copy, transfer, trade, or distribute this pattern or its images. You may not claim this pattern as your own. You are welcome to sell items created from this pattern, but please credit Bliss This or Amber Bliss Calderón as the pattern designer.

Granny Square Ruffle Earrings bring a beloved motif into wearable form: a classic granny square finished with a flirty ruffle edge, worked in colorful size 10 cotton thread and sized three ways so every maker can choose their statement. Quick enough for a single crafting session, these earrings are a natural next project for crocheters who already know their way around a granny square.

Construction and technique

• Granny square motif worked in the round from center out
• Ruffle edging crocheted in the final round
• Written in US crochet terms; no charts required
• Color flexibility: work in a single color or use up to 5 colors for a scrappy, vibrant result
• Stiffened and blocked after finishing to hold shape

What’s included

• Written pattern instructions for 3 sizes (S, M, L)
• Full materials list with notions
• Thread and yarn substitution guidance
• Instant PDF download

These earrings make a thoughtful, handmade gift for anyone who loves crochet, color, or unique jewelry. They are also a reliable craft fair make.

Happy hooking, and share your finished pairs in the project gallery!