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Juggling work, kids, and everything in between? This Fidget Bead Lanyard crochet pattern is here to save the day! The design combines a handy lanyard with a fidget toy, perfect for teachers, medical staff, parents, or anyone who needs a little stress relief. Using colourful pony beads that roll between your fingers, this lanyard keeps your ID or keys close at hand while offering a fun and discreet way to fidget and refocus.

This crochet pattern is written for beginners and neurodiverse crafters. The abbreviated instructions are followed by a breakdown in italics making it easier to understand what you need to do in each row. If you’ve had trouble reading patterns in the past, we hope that you’ll give our patterns a try!

Materials Worsted weight yarn (KnitPicks Dishie Cotton)

• Silver 3.5mm crochet hook Lanyard Clip Pony Beads – 9mm (40 beads) Scissors Tapestry needle