Joy between your legs, finally
Welcome to ja, net giddy — a soft place to land and a powerful place to create. This is where yarn meets gender euphoria, where every loop and stitch becomes a declaration of pride, identity, and joy.
Here, you’ll find step-by-step instructions to crochet your own soft packer — not just as a craft, but as an act of self-affirmation. Whether you’re trans, nonbinary, gender-expansive, or making for someone you love, we’re here to help you make something glorious, gender affirming, and totally yours.
We believe your body deserves softness. Your identity deserves celebration. And your packing journey should be empowering, tender, and maybe even a little giddy.
🧵 How to Choose the Perfect Yarn for a Crocheted Soft Packer
Material Matters – Prioritize soft, body-safe yarns:
- Cotton: Best choice. It’s soft, absorbent, breathable, and non-irritating. Great for packing against the skin all day.
- Bamboo: Very soft and smooth, hypoallergenic, with a natural sheen. A little stretchier than cotton.
- Acrylic: Budget-friendly and durable, but may feel less breathable. Good for practice pieces or colorful pride versions.
- Avoid: Wool (can be itchy), metallic or scratchy novelty yarns.
Choose the Right Weight
- Worsted Weight (Medium / #4): Ideal balance of softness and structure.
- DK or Light Weight (#3): For smaller, more flexible packers.
- Bulky or Super Bulky: May be too stiff or oversized unless you want an exaggerated look.
Texture and Finish
- Look for smooth, consistent yarn for better stitch definition.
- Avoid fuzzy or eyelash yarns—they’ll obscure detail and might feel uncomfortable.
- For a skin-like look, use matte-finish yarns (cotton and bamboo are great here).
Color Choice
- Natural tones: Tan, beige, brown, cocoa, rose, and cream for realistic packers.
- Fun / pride versions: Rainbow, trans flag colors, or your personal fave colors.
- Consider multi-tone yarn cakes if you want a smooth gradient effect.
Washability
- Choose machine-washable yarn (check the label).
- Cotton and acrylic are usually easy to wash and hold their shape.
- Avoid yarns that felt or shrink easily (like untreated wool).
Before starting, Test for Comfort
- Crochet a small swatch (2×2 inch square).
- Rub it gently on your inner thigh or belly—does it feel good on skin?
- If it scratches, pills, or stretches too much, try another yarn.
🧶 Recommended Yarns (Examples)
- Lily Sugar’n Cream (100% Cotton) – widely available, soft, sturdy.
- Bernat Handicrafter Cotton – similar to Lily, with lots of color options.
- Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK – smooth and soft, great for detail work.
- Lion Brand Comfy Cotton Blend – light, soft, and machine-washable.
- Premier Bamboo Fair – excellent for sensitive skin.
Exploring gently. Holding space. Stitch by stitch.
💫 About ja, net giddy
ja, net giddy is a tender, proud, and joyfully handmade corner of the internet where yarn meets gender euphoria. Born from the belief that self-expression can be soft, playful, and deeply powerful, this project offers free, affirming instructions for crocheting your own soft packer — no shame, no gatekeeping, just gender joy one stitch at a time. Whether you’re exploring, waiting, transitioning, reclaiming, or simply curious, we’re here to help you craft something that feels like you. We believe in slow making, queer embodiment, and the radical delight of being just a little giddy.
Frequently Asked Questions
🧶 What is a crocheted packer?
A crocheted packer is a handmade, soft representation of a penis, created with yarn and stuffing. It’s worn inside underwear or a pouch to create a realistic bulge, often as a form of gender affirmation for trans, nonbinary, and gender-expansive people.
🌈 Why would someone want to wear a packer?
People wear packers for many reasons: to feel more aligned with their gender, to create a visible bulge, for comfort, confidence, or euphoria. It’s personal, and it’s valid — whether you wear one all day or just when you feel like it.
👖 How do I wear a crocheted packer?
Slip it into the front pouch of snug underwear (boxer briefs work great), or sew it into a fabric pouch or harness. Some folks make a dedicated pocket or use packing underwear for extra security.
🧠 Do I need to be trans to make or wear one?
Nope. ja, net giddy is a queer-affirming space for anyone exploring gender, embodiment, or joy. You can make one for yourself, for a partner, for drag, for play, or just because crafting is healing.
Materials Needed:
- Worsted weight yarn (cotton or acrylic; use a natural skin tone or desired color)
- Crochet hook (4mm or G/6 recommended)
- Polyester fiberfill or scrap yarn for stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker (optional)
- Scissors
🧵 Stitches Used (US Terms):
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec – decrease (single crochet two together)
🔹 Part 1: Shaft (Tube)
- Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring. (6)
- Round 2: sc in each st around. (6)
- Round 3–14: Repeat Round 2 for about 3.5–4 inches.
Stuff lightly as you go for firmness.
🔹 Part 2: Glans (Head)
- Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into ring. (6)
- Round 2: inc around. (12)
- Round 3: sc, inc repeat around. (18)
- Round 4: sc in each st around. (18)
- Round 5: sc, dec repeat around. (12)
- Round 6: dec around to close. (6)
Stuff slightly, sew closed, and attach to one end of shaft.
🔹 Part 3: Testicles (Make 2)
- Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc. (6)
- Round 2: inc in each st. (12)
- Round 3: sc in each st. (12)
- Round 4: sc, dec around. (8)
- Round 5: dec around. (4)
Stuff and fasten off. Sew both to the base of the shaft.
🧵 Finishing Tips:
- Use a yarn needle to weave in ends securely.
- Shape and soften with your hands to form a natural bulge.
- Optional: sew to the inside of briefs or a pouch for easy wearing.