Autumn Leaf Crochet Dangle Earrings Free Thanksgiving Pattern

Bring the beauty of the harvest to your wardrobe with these charming thread-crochet dangle earrings, featuring rich autumn hues and delicate leaf textures. Designed for makers who love quick accessories, this project transforms basic cotton thread into sophisticated seasonal jewelry that looks stunning against a cozy scarf or chunky knit sweater.

Autumn Leaf Crochet Dangle Earrings Free Thanksgiving Pattern

Quick Facts

• Skill level: Intermediate
• Finished size: 1.75 inches long by 1 inch wide (excluding ear wire)
• Yarn: Size 10 crochet cotton thread
• Hook: 1.5 mm steel crochet hook
• Stitches used: ch, sl st, sc, hdc, dc, tr
• Time to make: 45 minutes per pair

Size customization tips are included further down.

What Makes These Autumn Leaf Crochet Dangle Earrings Special

Instead of working in flat rows or traditional amigurumi rounds, each leaf is built directly along a central chain spine. By gradually transitioning from single crochets up to tall treble crochets and back down again, the leaf naturally forms its iconic pointed shape and ridged texture in a single round. Light stiffening preserves the crisp edges, while gold findings elevate the thread work into boutique-ready jewelry.

Skill Level

• Working into a foundation chain
• Making gradual height changes from sc to tr
• Basic jewelry assembly using pliers and jump rings

Don’t worry if thread crochet is new to you—the small scale moves quickly, and each leaf takes less than half an hour to complete.

Finished Measurements

Measurement	Inches	Centimeters
Leaf Length (without hook)	1.75 in	4.5 cm
Leaf Width (at widest point)	1.0 in	2.5 cm
Total Earring Length (with ear wire)	2.5 in	6.4 cm

Materials You Will Need

Material / Item	Color	Details / Size	Quantity
Size 10 Cotton Thread	Rust	100% Mercerized Cotton	5 yards
Size 10 Cotton Thread	Mustard	100% Mercerized Cotton	5 yards
Steel Crochet Hook	N/A	1.5 mm (US Steel size 8)	1
Gold Ear Wires	Gold	Hypoallergenic, fishhook style	1 pair
Gold Jump Rings	Gold	4 mm diameter	2
Gold Beaded Spacers	Gold	4 mm round metal beads	2
Jewelry Pliers	N/A	Flat-nose or chain-nose	1 pair
Fabric Stiffener	Clear	Standard crafting stiffener	1 bottle
Tapestry Needle	N/A	Size 24 blunt end	1

Yarn Suggestions

Yarn Line	Skein Yardage	Notes
Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Thread Size 10	400 yards	Excellent stitch definition, wide color range
DMC Cebelia Crochet Cotton Size 10	284 yards	Premium mercerized sheen, very smooth
Lizbeth Cotton Thread Size 10	122 yards	Vibrant variegated and solid color options

⚠️ Note: Avoid fuzzy or brushed yarns like mohair or wool for this pattern. You need a tightly plied cotton thread to showcase the delicate ribbing and sharp leaf points.

Gauge

• 10 stitches x 12 rows = 1 inch in single crochet using a 1.5 mm hook and size 10 thread. Exact gauge is not critical for earrings, but matching tension ensures crisp leaf proportions.

Abbreviations

Abbreviation	Term
ch	chain
sl st	slip stitch
sc	single crochet
hdc	half double crochet
dc	double crochet
tr	treble crochet
st(s)	stitch(es)
sk	skip
rep	repeat

UK: sc = dc, hdc = htr, dc = tr.

Special Stitches Explained

• Central Spine: The working foundation chain that runs up the middle of the leaf, around which stitches are mirrored on both sides.

Pattern Instructions

Pattern Notes

• Each leaf is worked in one continuous round around both sides of a foundation chain spine.
• Do not turn your work; you will work down one side of the chain, across the bottom tip, and back up the other side.
• Make one leaf in Rust and one leaf in Mustard.

Section 1: Autumn Leaf (Rust, make 1; Mustard, make 1)

Rnd 1: Ch 14. Working in the back bumps of the foundation chain, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in next 2 ch, tr in next 3 ch, dc in next 2 ch, hdc in next ch, sc in next ch, (sc, ch 2, sc) in last ch.

Now, working along the opposite side of the foundation chain, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in next 2 ch, tr in next 3 ch, dc in next 2 ch, hdc in next ch, sc in next ch, sl st in final base ch to join. Fasten off, leaving a 6-inch tail for weaving. (30 sts total around spine)

✅ Checkpoint: Your finished leaf should measure 1.75 inches long with symmetrical sloping sides and a neat pointed tip.

Assembly

1. Thread the 6-inch starting and ending tails through a tapestry needle and weave them securely into the back ridges of the leaf center, then trim close.
2. Open a 4 mm gold jump ring using your jewelry pliers. Slip it through the top loop at the stem of the leaf, add the 4 mm gold ball bead, and then attach the loop of the gold ear wire. Close the jump ring securely.
3. Repeat for the second earring in the contrasting color.

Finishing

• Lay both leaves flat on a sheet of parchment paper.
• Dab a small amount of fabric stiffener onto each leaf using a cotton swab or paintbrush. Shape the edges flat and let dry completely for 4 to 6 hours.

Size Customization Tips

• To make a larger pendant necklace instead of earrings, start with a foundation chain of 22 stitches and scale up your hook and thread to Size 3 crochet cotton with a 2.5 mm hook.

Care Instructions

• Store your earrings flat in a jewelry box or hang them to prevent bending.
• Do not submerge in water; wipe clean with a slightly damp cloth if needed.

FAQ

Can I use regular yarn instead of crochet thread?

Regular worsted weight or sport weight yarn will make the leaves far too thick and heavy for earrings. Stick to size 10 crochet cotton for the delicate, lightweight look shown in the photos.

How do I stiffen the leaves properly?

Standard crafting fabric stiffener or a half-and-half mix of white school glue and water works wonderfully. Just apply lightly so the cotton doesn’t clump, and pin the leaf flat until dry.

Can I make these without jewelry pliers?

You can open and close jump rings with your fingers if they are soft enough, but using two pairs of smooth-jaw pliers prevents scratching the gold finish and ensures a secure closure.

Happy Crocheting!

I hope you love making these autumn leaf earrings to celebrate the season. Save this pin on Pinterest to easily find it later, and leave a comment below to let me know which fall color combination you chose for your pair!