Materials Needed & Measurements:

Crochet Thread: Size 10 (for a fine and detailed finish)
- Alternatively, Organic Fingering Weight Linen for a more textured look
Crochet Hook:
- Size 7 (1.5mm) for the standard crochet thread
- Size 2 (2.35mm) for the organic linen thread
Hard-Boiled Eggs: To use as the base for your crochet cover

Egg Size: Choose eggs of a standard size, though adjustments can be made for smaller or larger eggs
Finished Crochet Cover: Should fit snugly over the egg, with the crochet threads wrapping smoothly around the surface

Abbreviations:

Magic Ring: Start by creating a magic ring (adjustable loop) or ch 4 and sl st into the first chain to form a ring.
Round 1: Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), work 6 sc into the magic ring. Pull the ring tight to close it. (6 sts)
Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Round 3: Ch 1, 1 sc in the next st, 2 sc in the next st, repeat around. (18 sts)
Round 4: Ch 1, 1 sc in the next 2 sts, 2 sc in the next st, repeat around. (24 sts)
Round 5: Ch 1, 1 sc in the next 3 sts, 2 sc in the next st, repeat around. (30 sts)
Round 6: Ch 1, 1 sc in the next 4 sts, 2 sc in the next st, repeat around. (36 sts)
Continue increasing until the circle is large enough to cover the bottom half of the egg. The number of increases may vary depending on the size of your egg.

Work Even Rounds (No Increases): Continue working in sc without increases, covering the middle and top part of the egg. This allows the cover to contour seamlessly to the egg’s structure.
Work until you are about 1-2 inches from the top of the egg.

Round 1 (Decrease): Ch 1, 1 sc in the next 4 sts, sc2tog, repeat around. (30 sts)
Round 2 (Decrease): Ch 1, 1 sc in the next 3 sts, sc2tog, repeat around. (24 sts)
Round 3 (Decrease): Ch 1, 1 sc in the next 2 sts, sc2tog, repeat around. (18 sts)
Round 4 (Decrease): Ch 1, 1 sc in the next st, sc2tog, repeat around. (12 sts)
Round 5 (Final Decrease): Ch 1, sc2tog around. (6 sts)

Finish the Cover:
- Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Pull the yarn through the last 6 remaining stitches.
- Tighten the yarn to close the top of the egg cover.
Weave in Ends: Thread a yarn needle and securely hide any loose ends.

Slide the Crochet Cover:
- Gently slide the crochet cover over the hard-boiled egg. Adjust the cover so it fits snugly over the egg’s surface. If necessary, you can gently stretch the cover for a perfect fit.

Add flowers, lace, or small crochet motifs around the cover for a decorative touch.

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