15+ FREE Worry Worm Crochet Patterns
To Use As Fidget Toys, Gifts, Or
Random Acts of Crochet Kindness
Have you joined the worry worm craze yet?
If you haven't heard of worry worms before, they are easy little crochet projects that serve a BIG purpose.
Mostly, crochet worry worms are used as Random Acts of Crochet Kindness. But other than that, they are also used as small, but meaningful gifts for kids (or adults) suffering from anxiety, sadness or just need a little buddy to keep in their pockets or on their keychains.
In this roundup, I collected all the different worry worms I designed these past couple of years. Each of them can be used on different occasions throughout the year.
You'll find sets of worry worm patterns for Christmas, Easter, Halloween, Valentine's Day or just because. You'll find a variety of patterns, some of which include some fun beads or finger puppet googly eyes.
I've also bundled them all up into one set of PDFs that you may purchase from my shops.
Enjoy!
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What is the Worry Worm Story?
If you'd like to read some more about Crochet Worry Worms, their story and how they're used, have a look at this blog post that will give you more insight into these cute little crochet projects.
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Worry Worm Poems PDF
If you intend to use your Worry Worms as Random Acts of Crochet Kindness or give them to someone as a gift, you'll find ready-made printable poem tags / cards for each worry worm design below. Here's an example:
Each of these poem tags can be edited with a free account on Canva.com. You'll find a QR code in the instructions that takes you straight to the design for you to edit if you wish to add the name of a FB Group or change the wording of the poems, for example.
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FREE Crochet Worry Worm Patterns (PDF Versions Available)
This roundup of Worry Worm Crochet Patterns begins with the easy basic version, then you'll learn more crochet techniques with each new worry worm listed below.
1.
The Basic Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
This is the most basic worry worm crochet pattern ideal for beginners. It's the perfect project if you just learned how to crochet. This written pattern includes a free step-by-step photo tutorial and the printable poem tags as well.
Difficulty Level: Beginner
2.
Pumpkin Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
Crochet this cute Pumpkin Worry Worm and use for Trick-or-Treats instead of candy this year! Many teachers have crocheted this little pumpkin to give as gifts to their students for Halloween as well 🙂 He's part of a Trio of Halloween Worry Worms that include the Black Cat and Ghost as well (see below)
Difficulty Level: Easy
3.
Black Cat Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
This Black Cat Worry Worm is another Halloween favorite! Use it for Trick-or-treats, as a keychain or bag charm, or as a fidget toy to help with focus and calming down.
Difficulty Level: Easy
4.
Halloween Ghost Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
This cute Ghost Worry Worm completes the Halloween Worry Worm Trio. You can whip it up in just a few minutes and use it as a spooky Halloween gift, decorate your home with it, or perhaps use it as a story-telling prop for kids.
Difficulty Level: Easy
5.
Halloween Worry Worm Trio Crochet Patterns (Ghost, Pumpkin & Black Cat)
If you're keen to try all 3 Halloween Worry Worm Crochet Patterns, you can get them in one handy bundle at a discount.
Difficulty Level: Easy
6.
Bunny Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
Crochet these adorable Bunny Worry Worms for Easter and hide them in kid's baskets during their Easter Egg Hunt. They'll be a lovely keepsake for them to fiddle with in their pockets all year round.
Difficulty Level: Beginner
7.
Daisy Worry Worm With Wooden Bead Head Crochet Pattern
This Daisy Worry Worm is super easy to whip up. You'll need a bead head for this one and you'll learn a new technique of having 2 colors in your worry worm's body. You'll also learn how to crochet this cute little daisy hat to fit perfectly onto your bead head.
Difficulty Level: Beginner
8.
Kitty With A Cat Hat Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
Do you love cats? Well, then this one's for you! It's the most incredibly adorable fidget toy you can imagine. I don't know what it is about this one, but it just feels so comforting in my hands! You'll need a bead head for this one (link to where to buy it from is mentioned in the pattern) and you'll learn how to crochet a mini-cat hat to fit your Kitty Worry Worm.
Difficulty Level: Beginner
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9.
Crochet Worry Worm with Finger Puppet Googly Eyes
Now these fun worry worms use Finger Puppet Googly Eyes to add a whole new dimension of playfulness! Kids won't be able to resist giggling when they find or get one of these Googly Eyed Worry Worms!
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
10.
Unicorn Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
Here's one for the girls! Who doesn't love Unicorns? So here's a super easy and magical Unicorn Worry Worm Crochet Pattern you could make quite quickly and gift your little girl when she needs to calm down a little. They will surely bring that cute little smile back to her face.
With this pattern, you'll learn how to embroider the French Knot, which adds texture and dimension to any crochet project.
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
11.
Bee Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
When Spring is in the air, my daughter just loves to keep her little Bee Worry Worm with her at all times. She uses it as a fidget toy and keeps it in her pocket usually. You could also use it as a keychain, bag charm, or for environmental education tool in a classroom. These bees also work well as party favors.
Difficulty Level: Easy
12.
Valentine's Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
Come February, you can make loads of these super easy Valentine's Worry Worms and spread some love in classrooms, workplaces, or just leave them out and about for random people to find.
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
13.
Elf Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
Elf Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
When Christmas is around the corner, it's nice to prepare some special gift-toppers and stocking stuffers. This Elf, together with the Snowman and Gnome set below, are great little projects for that time of year.
You could even use this Elf in particular alongside the popular "Elf on the Shelf" tradition, adding extra characters to the story or as little gifts left by the elf.
Difficulty Level: Beginner
14.
Snowman Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
This Snowman worry worm is perfect for winter-themed decorations, bringing a frosty, cheerful touch to your space. You can use him as a handmade embellishment to attach to Christmas gifts, use him as a stocking stuffer or leave him out and about as a Random Act of Crochet Kindness.
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
15.
Gnome Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
Gnome worry worms fit well with Nordic or woodland-themed holiday décor, adding a touch of rustic charm. You can use them during the holiday season or all year round as well as symbols of good luck and protection.
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
16.
Elf Worry Worm Crochet Pattern
Christmas Worry Worm Crochet Pattern Trio (PDF Bundle)
If you'd like to try making all 3 Christmas-themed Worry Worms, you can get the bundle at a discount from my store.
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
17.
Finger Worry Worm Pattern
If you're just getting started or would like to teach a child how to make worry worms, here's a super simple version with some velvet yarn and a bead. No need for a crochet hook. This pattern is worked using only your fingers.
Difficulty Level: Beginner
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I hope you enjoyed this roundup of different worry worm patterns and found those special ones you're looking for 🙂
If you're concerned about using stick-on googly eyes or safety eyes because of the choking hazard they pose, have a look at all these different worry worm eye options below.
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