How to Crochet a Pocket Sized Fidget Toy
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Say goodbye to restless hands with this clever pocket-sized fidget toy! This free crochet pattern is designed for anyone who loves to keep their hands busy, offering a discreet and portable way to soothe and focus. It’s a quick and fun project that’s perfect for using up scrap yarn, making it both practical and satisfying to create.
Learn how to crochet an easy fidget toy with the free written instructions and video tutorial from Hooked for Life Publishing.

Fidgeting with something small and tactile can help you focus and rechannel your energy into something productive and creative. With Hooked for Life Publishing’s free written instructions and video tutorial, you can learn how to easily crochet a fidget toy in no time.
With just a little patience and some yarn, you can create something to keep your hands busy and your mind focused.
What makes this pattern stand out:
- Project Type: Fidget Toy
- Finished Project Size: Approx. 3″ x 2″
- Skill Level: Easy
- Yarn Weight: Worsted Weight
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I) or 6 mm (J)
- Key Stitches/Techniques: Foundation Single Crochet, Double Crochet, Slip Stitch, Mobius Join
- Visual Guidance: Includes photo and video tutorials
- Why we love it: A quick project that’s fun to make and easy to carry. Great for using up scraps.
Get the free pattern and make your own fidget toy today!
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About Mary Beth Temple
Mary Beth Temple is the designer and author behind Hooked for Life. She’s been knitting and crocheting since childhood and turned it into a full-time career in 2007. With experience as a costumer in the entertainment industry and a background in vintage textiles, she brings a creative and skilled approach to every design. Her patterns appear in books, magazines, and her own collection. They’re professionally tech edited, easy to follow, and include helpful photos and illustrations. From beginner to experienced makers, Hooked for Life offers designs that are clear, enjoyable to make, and full of creative possibilities.