Each Easter I bring out a basket full of crochet decorations that my mom and I made way back in 1978. Here is an easy pattern for Crochet Easter Egg that separates to open. Fill with a little Easter grass, tuck in candy or small toys and tie to close.
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Crochet Easter Egg
NOTE:
When working in rounds, I mark the end of each round with a piece of contrasting yarn and move it as I complete each round.
Made with worsted weight yarn and size F crochet hook but you can use whatever yarn you prefer and a hook size recommended for yard chosen.
Bottom half of egg
Rnd 6: sc in each sc around; increasing in every 4th sc. (30 sc)
Rnd 7-8: work even for two rounds (30 sc)
Rnd 9: sc in each sc around, increasing in every 10th sc. (33 sc)
Rnd 10-12: work even (33 sc)
EDGING:
Top Half of egg:
Rnd 3: sc in each sc around, increasing in every 3rd sc (16 sc).
Rnd 4: sc in each sc around, increasing in every 4th sc. (20 sc)
Rnd 5: repeat last round. (25 sc)
Rnd 6-7: Work even (25 sc)
Rnd 8: sc in each sc around increasing in every 5th sc (30 sc)
Rnd: 9: Work even (30 sc)
Rnd 10: sc in each sc around increasing in every 10th sc. (33 sc)
Rnd 11-12: Work even (33 sc)At the end of the last round, sl st in the next sc and break off.
EDGING:
Rnd 2: Working in top loop only of the sl st, sc in each sl st around. Join with sl st in the 1st sc; then ch 32 for tie. Break off.
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Oh dear I seem to have missed the bit about joining it at the back. Do I just sew it together a few stitches at the back..? Love the egg. Thanx
Thank you so very much for sharing these beautiful Easter Crochet patterns! I've made both the chocolate Panorama egg, and the two-piece egg.
I liked both of the patterns very much that I've shared about your precious blog and links the to the patterns in my Easter Crochet Top Ten roundup: https://www.free-homemade-gift-ideas.com/easter-crochet.html
I thank you from my heart, your work is inspirational!!
oh my ! I have been thinking about this pattern ever since I found one the other day while going threw my mothers things,she had saved everything I crocheted for her. I didnt think I would ever see the pattern again ! thank you so much Heidi
I was so surprised to see this egg as I too made one in 1978 from the same magazine! I also crocheted a little duck that fit into it. My daughter now has them. Thanks for bringing back memories!!
I was so surprised to see this egg as I too made one in 1978 from the same magazine! I also crocheted a little duck that fit into it. My daughter now has them. Thanks for bringing back memories!!
Thank you for the instructions. My mother made these for me and my brothers. Does anyone have the pattern for the chick that goes inside? She has lost the pattern but would like to make some for my son and the baby on its way this June.
Thank you for the instructions. My mother made these for me and my brothers. Does anyone have the pattern for the chick that goes inside? She has lost the pattern but would like to make some for my son and the baby on its way this June.
Thanks for this we'll gonna try that one.
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You're very welcome Lorraine. Thanks so much for letting me share this. It seemed to be quite popular. Wishing you a very happy Easter weekend.
I like your egg! So sweet and such a perfect way to welcome spring. That little peep is so cute peeking out of the egg!
Thanks for linking up to our party
blessings,
karianne
I have to pin this and add it to my "to make" list. It's simply adorable. Thanks for sharing at the Bunny Blog Hop.
Makes me want to run out and take a crochet class!
So glad you joined our Cinch party.
Kelly
So cute! I'd love to try these but don't know what that "inc" or increasing means. Do I do two single crochets in one place? Thanks.
I wish I was as crafty as you! I would love to be able to make something like this. I will just have to admire your gifts and talents instead!
Thank you for joining in with my Say G'day party! I am so thrilled that you linked up!
Best wishes always,
Natasha in Oz
This looks so lovely. I would love for you to drop by My Dream Canvas as well
I’m visiting from Wow Us Wednesdays. Really like your blog.
Love your crochet egg. It's so pretty.
So very sweet!
Thanks for linking it up!
Linda
http://www.itallstartedwithpaint.com
This is amazing! Hope you won't mind me linking up on Tangled Happy in April… I'm in love with this pattern!
I've just had a lovely catch-up on your last few posts. The eggs are so sweet – I can just imagine the delight of the children at untying them.
Loved the pink, spring pedicure!
So sweet….and you know I love to crochet, too!!!
I just had to come back and tell you how much I love this egg, I featured it today on my wrap up of favourite easter crafts. Feel free to check it out and again thanks for the instructions
https://michellescraft.blogspot.com.au/2012/03/favourite-easter-crafts.html
Thank you!
Very pretty color!!!!! I will do it for my kids!!!!
This one is so cute too. I love how it ties together. What fun memories too.
This is so sweet, Lorraine! My Mom used to get Woman's Day and Family Circle magazines, and we used to make so many of the things featured in them… Lovely blog! I'm a new follower!
Best,
Anne ♥♥
This is so sweet, thanks for sharing the directions. I am also very much a beginner but would love to take this on one day. Maybe next Easter?
As cute as can be .. and I love how these remind you of your mom!
oh my, another darling egg to crochet!! Thank you for sharing the directions.
So very sweet and a delight to receive by old and young alike!
Those are really cute. They would look so much nicer in a basket than the cheap plastic ones
I am not very good at crocheting in the rounds..BUT I am going to try..this is so adorable..thanks for sharing.
So cute. Thanks for sharing!
Ever so cute! Thanks for popping in, have a lovely day
Oh my stars Lorraine. You crochet TOO! What don't you do! You are just SO amazing. I'm blown away by all your talent!
Nann
How cute is that! I might have to give it a good this weekend. Would be so sweet to give out to a few friends at school who celebrate Easter. Best wishes, Tammy
Those are so cute, Lorraine. What a sweet memory of your Mom and you spending some fun time together- xo Diana
Oh yeh! will be making this one too! Thank you for sharing all your lovely ideas.
What a beautiful crochet egg, LDH, and of this precious memory with your mom. Thanks for sharing.
Hugs,
Sue
How cute!!! I wish I knew how to crochet well enough to make these…I am pretty much just able to make straight lines for pot holders and scarves
Your crochet ornaments are adorable! How lucky you are to have such treasured family keepsakes.
Wow, this brought me back. Would you believe in March of 1978, my mother and I were also waiting for our baby boy to be born and busied ourselves making the same eggs and the chicks that went in them. I stil have one or two even after giving all the kids or two. These are so cute and really helped us pass the hours while waiting on our two weeks overdue baby boy! Thanks for sharing. Have a wonderful day… Linda
That is so cute!! I love it …..I am still a beginner though hopefully one day I could tackle this…my washcloths are just starting to look better lol! ~Love Heather
Just adorable Lorraine!