Looking for a fun and easy back-to-school crochet project? This Crochet Pencil Wind Spinner is an adorable handmade decoration that’s perfect for classrooms, study spaces, and thoughtful teacher gifts.
This beginner-friendly crochet project is also a great way to use leftover yarn. With its colorful spiral and pencil-inspired design, it adds a playful handmade touch to any learning space.
Designed by Jenila Mathialagan of Crafty Crochet Castle, the finished pencil wind spinner measures approximately 12 inches long when made with worsted weight yarn and a 4.5 mm crochet hook.
About This Crochet Pencil Wind Spinner
This pencil-inspired crochet wind spinner combines a decorative spiral with a recognizable school-themed design.
It’s a lovely project for anyone who enjoys making handmade gifts or seasonal decorations. You can hang it near a classroom window, display it in a child’s study area, or give it to a teacher at the beginning or end of the school year.
Pattern details
| Feature | Details |
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| Skill level | Beginner-friendly |
| Finished size | Approximately 12 inches |
| Yarn weight | Worsted weight (#4) |
| Recommended yarn | Red Heart Super Saver |
| Crochet hook | 4.5 mm |
| Crochet terminology | US |
| Gauge | Not critical |
| Technique | Basic crochet stitches, working in back loops and assembly |
Materials Needed
Before starting your crochet pencil wind spinner, gather the following supplies.
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Yarn: Worsted weight yarn. The original design uses Red Heart Super Saver in black, cream, gray, pink and yellow.
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Crochet hook: 4.5 mm.
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Stitch markers.
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Scissors.
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Yarn needle.
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Polyester fiberfill stuffing.
You can substitute another yarn for this pattern. The designer recommends choosing a crochet hook one or two sizes smaller than the size recommended on the yarn label when using an alternative yarn.
Crochet Stitches and Abbreviations
The pattern uses US crochet terminology.
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ch | Chain |
| st | Stitch |
| sc | Single crochet |
| hdc | Half double crochet |
| sl st | Slip stitch |
| BLO | Back loops only |
| ** | Repeat the instructions between asterisks |
| FO | Fasten off |
| ( ) | Total number of stitches |
| R | Round or row |
If you’re new to crochet, familiarize yourself with these abbreviations before beginning.
In particular, pay attention to the BLO abbreviation. This means inserting your crochet hook through only the back loop of a stitch rather than through both loops.
Crochet Pencil Wind Spinner – Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
The original tutorial includes the crochet instructions as subtitles throughout the video, allowing you to follow the pattern while watching each stitch being demonstrated.