Marshmallow Eye Mask Crochet Free Pattern

Introduction

If you've ever wished for a sleep mask that feels like a little cloud on your face, this Marshmallow Eye Mask is for you. It's a beginner-friendly project made from two identical white ovals joined with a crisp black border and lightly stuffed so it puffs up like a toasted marshmallow. The plain single crochet texture keeps it smooth and soft against the skin, while the black ties add a playful, graphic contrast. It works up in an evening or two and makes a sweet handmade gift for nappers, travelers, and anyone who loves a cozy night's sleep.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight (4) acrylic yarn — approximately 50 yards white and 20 yards black
• Hook: 5 mm (H/8) crochet hook
• Notions: Small amount of polyester fiberfill for stuffing, yarn needle, scissors
• Finished size: Approximately 8 inches wide and 3.5 inches tall, plus 15-inch ties at each end

Abbreviations

• ch — chain: make a loop of yarn and pull it through the loop on your hook
• sc — single crochet: insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through both loops
• sc2tog — single crochet two stitches together (a decrease): insert hook into first stitch, pull up a loop, insert hook into next stitch, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through all three loops
• sl st — slip stitch: insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through both the stitch and the loop on your hook
• st(s) — stitch(es)
• R — row

Gauge

16 sts and 16 rows = 4 inches in single crochet. To check, crochet a small swatch in single crochet and measure a 4-inch section; adjust your hook size if you have too many or too few stitches.

Tips Before You Start

• Make both ovals before you begin joining — they should be identical in size so the mask stays flat and even.
• Keep your single crochet tension relaxed and even; tight stitches make a stiff mask that won't sit comfortably on the face.
• When working the final sc round around each oval, space your stitches evenly along the curved edges so the border lies flat and doesn't ruffle.
• Stuff very lightly — just enough to give the mask a puffy marshmallow look. Overstuffing makes it bulky and hard to wear.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Mask Front (White) — make 2 identical ovals

R1: Ch 13, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across (12 sts).

R2: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 10 sts, 2 sc in last st (14 sts).

R3: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (14 sts).

R4: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 12 sts, 2 sc in last st (16 sts).

R5–6: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (16 sts).

R7: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in next 12 sts, sc2tog (14 sts).

R8: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (14 sts).

R9: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in next 10 sts, sc2tog (12 sts).

R10: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (12 sts). Do not fasten off.

Edging: Work sc evenly around the entire oval, approximately 44 sts. Fasten off. Make a second oval identically for the back.

Joining and Border (Black)

Hold the two ovals with wrong sides together. Join black yarn with a sl st to any stitch.

Joining round: Work sc through both layers around the entire perimeter, inserting a small amount of stuffing before closing. At each end, after 5 sc, ch 15 for the tie, then sl st in each ch across, and continue sc around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. Fasten off.

Assembly and Finishing

The mask is assembled as you work the black joining round: the two white ovals are held wrong sides together and crocheted through both layers, with stuffing added before the opening closes. Once the joining round is complete, fasten off and weave in all ends with your yarn needle, tucking them inside the mask so they don't show. Gently shape the mask with your hands and lightly steam or mist-block it flat, pressing the border smooth and letting it dry completely before use.

Pro Tips and Variations

• Swap the white for pastel pink, lavender, or mint for a different marshmallow flavor, keeping the black border for contrast.
• Add a few drops of lavender essential oil to the stuffing for a calming scent while you sleep.
• Make the ties longer (ch 25–30) if you prefer to knot the mask at the back of your head rather than at the sides.