Crochet Magic – Free Crochet Infinity Knot Bracelet Video Tutorial
There is something deeply satisfying about creating a piece of jewelry entirely by hand. The rhythm of the hook, the softness of the yarn sliding through your fingers, and the moment you slip a finished bracelet onto your wrist — it is a quiet kind of magic that crochet crafters know well. Today, we are diving into one of the most beloved beginner-to-intermediate projects in the handmade jewelry world: the infinity knot bracelet. Whether you are completely new to crochet jewelry or you have already made a dozen friendship bracelets and are ready for something a little more elegant, this tutorial is designed to walk you through every step with clarity, confidence, and creativity.
This free crochet infinity knot bracelet tutorial includes tips, a full written guide, and all the guidance you need to watch along with our video tutorial embedded below. Bookmark this post, save it to Pinterest, and share it with a friend who loves making things with their hands — because once you learn this pattern, you will want to make one in every color.
What Is a Crochet Infinity Knot Bracelet?
The infinity knot bracelet takes its name from the figure-eight loop that forms the centerpiece of the design. When you look at a finished piece, you see a graceful, looping knot in the middle that resembles the mathematical infinity symbol — a continuous, unbroken loop that has no beginning and no end. In jewelry, the infinity symbol carries a meaning that resonates with so many people: it represents eternal connection, enduring friendship, limitless possibility, and timeless love.
This makes the infinity knot bracelet an ideal handmade gift. It is the kind of thing you give to a best friend moving across the country, a sister on her birthday, a daughter graduating from high school, or a partner on an anniversary. It says something meaningful without saying anything at all — the symbol does the talking.
From a craft perspective, the crochet version of this bracelet is particularly special because the soft, textured quality of yarn gives the knot a dimensional, almost sculptural quality that you simply cannot replicate with ribbon or cord alone. You can choose from fine cotton thread for a delicate, beachy look, or soft worsted weight yarn for a bold, bohemian statement piece. The pattern is highly adaptable, and we will cover several variations throughout this post.
What You Will Need
Before we get into the how-to, let us gather our materials. One of the great joys of crochet jewelry is that you do not need much to get started, and the cost of materials is wonderfully low compared to buying handmade jewelry in a boutique.
Yarn or Thread: For a delicate, fine bracelet that looks like it belongs on a jewelry display, choose a size 10 crochet cotton thread. Brands like Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Thread work beautifully. If you prefer something with a little more body and softness, a fingering weight yarn or a thin mercerized cotton yarn works well too. Avoid anything too bulky for your first try — thinner materials make it easier to shape the knot cleanly.
Crochet Hook: Match your hook to your thread or yarn. For size 10 crochet cotton, use a steel crochet hook in size 7 or 8 (approximately 1.50 to 1.65 mm). For fingering weight yarn, a 2.25 mm to 2.75 mm hook is appropriate.
Scissors: A small, sharp pair works best for trimming ends cleanly.
Yarn Needle or Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends neatly so your bracelet looks polished on both sides.
Clasp or Button: You can finish your bracelet with a small toggle clasp, a lobster claw clasp (sewn on with thread), or a simple button loop closure. A small decorative button in a coordinating color adds a charming handmade touch.
Measuring Tape or Ruler: Wrist sizes vary, and you will want to measure to get the right fit.
Optional: Small seed beads, charms, or an adjustable sliding knot closure if you want a boho-style bracelet that fits any wrist size.
Understanding the Stitches
If you are newer to crochet or to crochet jewelry specifically, let us do a quick stitch review. This pattern uses only a few basic techniques, so even if you learned to crochet last week, you are in good hands.
Chain Stitch (ch): The foundation of nearly everything in crochet. You create a series of interlocking loops by drawing yarn through a loop on your hook. The chain stitch forms both the starting foundation and, in some variations of this pattern, the decorative cord sections of the bracelet.
Slip Stitch (sl st): A very flat, tight stitch used here to create firm, tidy cord lengths and to join sections of the bracelet.
Single Crochet (sc): The most basic of the full stitches, single crochet creates a dense, structured fabric. In this bracelet, single crochet stitches can be worked over a foundation chain to create a firmer cord — this is called a reverse single crochet or foundation cord, depending on the method you choose.
Single Crochet Cord: One of the most useful techniques in crochet jewelry. You work single crochet stitches over the tail end of your yarn and the working yarn simultaneously, which creates a neat round cord without any raw ends to hide. This technique is demonstrated clearly in the video tutorial, and it is absolutely worth mastering because it opens up a world of jewelry-making possibilities beyond this bracelet.
Sizing Your Bracelet
Before casting on a single chain, measure your wrist. The average adult wrist measures somewhere between 6 and 7.5 inches in circumference. For a bracelet, you typically want the finished piece to sit comfortably with just a little ease — not too tight, not too loose. A bracelet that is approximately 6.5 to 7 inches long (including the clasp) works for most adults, but always measure first.
The infinity knot itself takes up approximately 1 to 1.5 inches of the total bracelet length, depending on how you shape it. The two cord sections that extend from either side of the knot make up the rest. Keep this in mind as you work — you will be making a cord, forming the knot, and then working the other half of the cord to reach your desired total length.
For a child’s bracelet, work toward a finished length of about 5 to 5.5 inches. For someone with a larger wrist, simply add length to the cord sections before and after the knot.
The Video Tutorial
Before we walk through the written steps, take a moment to watch the video tutorial. Seeing the knot formed in real time makes the shaping process much clearer than words alone can convey. The video shows close-up shots of each step, including how to pull the cord through to form the figure-eight loop without twisting it in the wrong direction. Pause, rewind, and watch alongside the written instructions below — that combination is the fastest way to learn.
(Video embedded here)
Did you watch it through once without crocheting? Good. Now let us go step by step together.
Step-by-Step Written Instructions
Step One: Make Your Foundation Cord
Using your chosen thread and hook, leave a tail of about 6 inches and begin making a chain. The length of your initial chain will depend on your preferred cord-making method. If you are using the slip stitch cord method, chain approximately 50 stitches for a size 10 cotton thread bracelet sized for an average adult wrist. If you are working in single crochet over a foundation, your number may differ slightly — refer to the video for the exact stitch count used in the demonstration.
The goal at this stage is to create approximately 2.5 to 3 inches of neat, firm crochet cord. This is one half of the bracelet length, not counting the infinity knot center.
Work your chosen cord method to your desired length, ending with a slip stitch or a turning chain as appropriate. Do not fasten off.
Step Two: Begin Forming the Infinity Knot
This is the part that looks tricky but becomes intuitive once you have done it once or twice.
Place your cord on a flat surface. With the hook end pointing to the right, bring the working end (the live loop still on your hook) over itself to form a loop — like the beginning of making a pretzel. You are creating an overhand loop, but you are doing it loosely so that you have room to work.
Now bring the hook end of your cord (the left side) underneath the right side of the loop, and then pull it up through the center of the loop from below. At this point you should see the beginning of a figure-eight shape forming. Adjust the loops so they are even in size — both sides of the eight should be roughly the same.
Hold the knot lightly in place with your non-dominant hand. This is the trickiest moment: keeping the knot organized while you continue crocheting.
Step Three: Continue Crocheting Through the Knot
With the knot formed and held in place, continue crocheting your cord through the center loops of the figure-eight. The video shows this technique clearly, and it is worth watching this section a few times. Essentially, you work your cord through and around the knot in a way that locks it into the figure-eight shape permanently, so it will not unravel with wear.
Some crafters prefer to crochet the entire cord first, form the infinity knot manually, and then tack the knot in place with a few small stitches using a yarn needle and the tail end. Both approaches work — choose whichever feels more comfortable for your skill level.
If you are a beginner, forming the knot with a completed cord and tacking it is actually slightly easier for getting even loop sizes. If you are more experienced, working it in as you go produces a seamless look.
Step Four: Work the Second Half of the Cord
Once your infinity knot is formed and secured, continue working your cord method for the second half of the bracelet. This section should mirror the length of the first cord section, so that the knot sits centered when the bracelet is worn.
Work until your total bracelet length (first cord + knot + second cord) reaches your desired measurement. End with a slip stitch and fasten off, leaving a 6-inch tail for attaching your clasp.
Step Five: Add Your Closure
There are several beautiful ways to finish a crochet infinity knot bracelet.
The button and loop closure is the most classically handmade option. Sew a small button to one end of the bracelet using the tail end and a yarn needle. On the opposite end, work a small chain loop sized just large enough for the button to pass through, and fasten it off securely. This closure is simple, elegant, and entirely self-contained.
The toggle clasp works beautifully for a more polished, jewelry-like finish. Thread the tail end onto your yarn needle and use it to stitch through the bar or ring of the toggle clasp several times. Knot securely and weave in the end. Repeat on the other side with the toggle loop.
The sliding knot closure is perfect for a boho, adjustable bracelet. Instead of a fixed clasp, you create two overlapping loops at the ends of the bracelet and work sliding knots that allow the wearer to adjust the fit. This is an especially good option if you are making bracelets as gifts and are not certain of the recipient’s wrist size.
Step Six: Weave In Your Ends
Thread each tail end onto your yarn needle and weave it through several stitches of the cord in a zigzag pattern to secure it firmly. For size 10 cotton thread, pass the needle through at least half an inch of stitches in multiple directions before trimming. Cotton thread does not have the natural grip of wool, so taking extra care with your ends prevents unraveling over time.
Trim the ends close but not so close that you risk cutting into a stitch.
Tips for a Beautiful Finished Bracelet
Work with consistent tension throughout the cord sections. Inconsistent tension is the most common beginner mistake in crochet jewelry, and it shows more in small, close-worked pieces than in larger garments. If your tension tends to be tight, go up half a hook size. If your work tends to be loose and floppy, go down half a hook size.
Block your bracelet gently before attaching the clasp if you are working with cotton. Wet blocking — soaking the piece in cool water, gently squeezing out excess moisture, and pinning it flat to dry — evens out the stitches and gives the cord a beautiful, polished look.
For a bracelet you plan to wear in water (at the beach, in the shower, or during swimming), stick to 100% cotton or nylon thread rather than any yarn with wool content. Cotton and nylon are both highly water-resistant and dry quickly.
If you want to add beads, thread them onto your yarn or thread before you begin. You can slide a bead up to the hook as you work each stitch, locking it into place as you go. Tiny seed beads scattered along the cord sections look absolutely stunning with the infinity knot centerpiece.
Variations to Try
Once you have mastered the basic bracelet, the design is endlessly adaptable. Try working two contrasting colors of thread simultaneously for a twisted, two-toned cord effect. Make a matching anklet using a slightly longer cord length. Use the same technique on a larger scale with thin macramé cord for a statement necklace. String three infinity knot pendants along a single cord for a bold multi-knot choker.
You can also make the bracelet the focal point of a stacked jewelry set — pair it with a simple crocheted chain bracelet and a beaded stretch bracelet for a layered wrist look that is all handmade and entirely personal.
Why Make Handmade Jewelry?
In a world flooded with mass-produced accessories, a handmade crochet bracelet carries something that no factory-produced piece ever can: the time, intention, and care of the person who made it. Every stitch was placed by human hands. Every decision — the color, the texture, the closure, the length — was made thoughtfully. When you give someone a bracelet like this, you are giving them a small, wearable piece of your time.
That is not a small thing.
Crochet jewelry is also a wonderful gateway into a broader handmade lifestyle. Once you discover that you can make beautiful, gift-worthy pieces from a ball of thread and a hook that fits in your palm, the world of fiber arts opens up in all directions. Earrings, necklaces, headbands, bag handles, keychains — the same foundational techniques you practice in this bracelet pattern apply to all of them.
Share Your Make!
Once you have finished your infinity knot bracelet, we would love to see it. Share your finished piece on Instagram or Pinterest and tag us so we can celebrate your work. The crochet community is one of the warmest, most generous corners of the internet, and there is nothing more inspiring than seeing how different crafters interpret the same pattern. Your color choices, your closures, your personal variations — all of it is worth sharing.
If you have questions as you work through the pattern, drop them in the comments below. Whether it is a question about hook size, a technique you would like clarified, or a troubleshooting question about your knot not lying flat, the community here is always happy to help.
Happy crocheting — and may every stitch feel like a little bit of magic.
