Hanging Cozy for JBL Clip 2 Bluetooth Portable Speaker

A sling that solves the problem of how to hang your speaker after the carabiner's silicone attachment breaks. I have two of these speakers, and they both broke the exact same way!

MATERIALS

•  Cotton yarn, medium/worsted weight

•  4.5 mm crochet hook

•  Stitch markers

NOTE: Ch-3 at beg of a rnd counts as a dc.

RND 1 Ch 28, PM on 1st ch, 7th ch, 14th ch, and 21st ch, sl st join to 1st ch. [28]

RND 2 Ch 3, dc in first MS [result is a dc-inc], PM, dc around to next MS, dc-inc, PM, dc around to next MS, dc-inc, PM, dc around to last MS [the last ch], dc-inc, PM, sl st join to top of 1st dc. [32]

RND 3 Ch 3, dc around except dc-dec over every 4th-5th st. [26]

RND 4 (Ch 2, dc-dec) over 1st 2 sts, dc-dec around. [13]

RND 5 Sl st around. Fasten off. Weave in ends.

HANGING LOOP (optional; you could just use the original or similar carabiner)

Fit cozy onto speaker. At top where there's a short row of dc, sc-join yarn around post of 2nd dc from end, ch 10, 2 sc around post of dc 2nd from opposite end, turn, 10 sc around string of chs, sc around starting post. Fasten off, weave in ends.

ABBREVIATIONS

beg – beginning

ch – chain

dc – double crochet

dc-dec – double crochet decrease (dc2tog)

dc-inc – double crochet increase (2 dc in same st)

MS – marked stitch

PM – place marker

rnd – round

sc – single crochet

sl st – slip stitch

Virus Shawl Written Pattern

Virus Shawl

Tweaked, transcribed, and converted from UK to US terms from Bella Coco's video "How to Crochet the Virus Shawl"

MATERIALS

• Variegated, self-striping or "roving" yarn
• Crochet hook recommended for yarn
• Split ring stitch marker, for keeping track of center of piece, optional
• Tapestry needle

GETTING PATTERN STARTED

ROW 1:  Slip knot. Ch 10. Sl st in first st to make a circle. Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc 19 in circle (20 sts).

ROW 2:  Bunch stitches up so that piece is semicircular. Ch 3 (counts as first dc). Turn. Dc in each st along, taking care not to miss top st of first ch3 (20 sts).

ROW 3:  Ch 3 (counts as first dc). Turn. [Ch 1, dc in next st] along row, taking care not to miss top st of first ch3 (39 sts).

Virus Shawl in progress

ROW 4, FIRST ROW OF PATTERN:  

•  Add quarter-circle fan:  Ch 10 (first 3 ch count as first dc). Turn. Skip first ch1 space. Sc in second ch1 space. [Ch 4. Skip next ch1 space. Sc in next ch1 space.] 3x 

•  Center of piece, semi-circle fan:  Ch 7. Skip next ch1 space. Sc in next ch1 space. Place marker, if using. Ch 7. Skip next ch1 space. Sc in next ch1 space. [Ch 4. Skip next ch1 space. Sc in next ch1 space.] 3x 

•  Add quarter-circle fan:  Ch 7. Skip next ch1 space. Dc in top of first ch3 (equivalent to ch10 on other end).

ROW 5, SECOND ROW OF PATTERN:

•  Ch 3 (counts as first dc). Turn. 9 dc in circle (10 sts). Sc in next ch4 space. [Ch 4. Sc in next ch4 space.] 2x

•  Center of piece:  10 dc in next ch7 space. 10 dc in next ch7 space. Sc in next ch4 space. [Ch 4. Sc in next ch4 space.] 2x

•  10 dc in circle.

ROW 6, THIRD ROW OF PATTERN:

•  Ch 3 (counts as first dc). Turn. Dc in next 9 sts (10 sts). Sc in next ch4 space. Ch4. Sc in next ch4 space. Skip next sc. 

•  Dc in next 20 sts. Skip next sc. Sc in next ch4 space. Ch 4. Sc in next ch4 space. Skip next sc. 

•  Dc in next 10 sts, taking care not to skip top st of first ch3. 

ROW 7, FOURTH ROW (END) OF PATTERN:

•  Ch 3 (counts as first dc). Turn. [Ch 1, dc in next dc] 9x (10 sts). Skip next sc. Sc in next ch4 space. Skip next sc.

•  Center of piece:  [Dc in next dc, ch1] 19x. Dc in next dc. (20 dc with ch1 between). 

•  Sc in next ch4 space. Skip next sc. [Dc in next dc, ch1] 9x. Dc in top of first ch3.

ROW 8, RESTARTING FIRST ROW OF PATTERN SHOWING EXPANSION:

•  Add new quarter-circle fan:  Ch 10 (first 3 ch count as first dc). Turn. Skip first ch1 space. Sc in second ch1 space. [Ch 4. Skip next ch1 space. Sc in next ch1 space.] 3x 

•  Quarter-circle fan:  Ch 7. Skip over next ch1 space, next dc, next sc, next dc, and next ch1 space. Sc in next ch1 space. [Ch 4. Skip next ch1 space. Sc in next ch1 space.] 3x 

•  Center of piece, semi-circle fan:  Ch 7. Skip next ch1 space. Sc in next ch1 space. Ch 7. Skip next ch1 space. Sc in next ch1 space. [Ch 4. Skip next ch1 space. Sc in next ch1 space.] 3x 

•  Quarter-circle fan:  Ch 7. Skip next ch1 space. Skip next sc. Skip next ch1 space. Sc in next ch1 space. [Ch 4. Skip next ch1 space. Sc in next ch1 space.] 3x 

•  Add new quarter-circle fan:  Ch 7. Skip next ch1 space. Dc in top of first ch3 (equivalent to ch10 on other end).

Continue pattern as above adding a quarter-circle fan on each end, until desired size is reached, about 30 inches from top center to triangle point. In worsted weight yarn that's 10 (4-row) pattern sets. Sc across top edge. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Four of Diamonds Plant Hanger

Four of Diamonds Plant Hanger

This plant hanger is a great frugal way to dress up a cheap plastic planter from the dollar store. Any non-stretchy medium weight yarn from your stash will do fine.

FINISHED SIZE:  BODY laid flat is 6 to 7 inches in width x 6 to 6 1/2 inches in length, depending on hook and yarn used. Fits a plant pot about 5 inches in height, 3 inches in diameter at base, and 6 inches in diameter at rim.

MATERIALS

• 55 to 65 yds of any #4 / medium / worsted non-stretchy yarn
• 4.5 mm or 5.0 mm crochet hook
• Locking stitch marker
• Plant pot 5 inches in height, 3 inches in diameter at base, and 6 inches in diameter at rim

Pictured sample was made with acrylic carpet yarn and 4.5 mm crochet hook. The pot is a common $2 lightweight plastic 1-quart planter.

GAUGE:  7 dc x 4 rows = 2 inches (but not really important)

Four of Diamonds Plant Hanger, bottom

ABBREVIATIONS (US TERMS)

• beg - beginning
• ch(s) - chain(s)
• dc(s) - double crochet(s)
• dc2tog - double crochet 2 together decrease
• ea - each
• rnd - round
• sc - single crochet
• sc2tog - single crochet 2 together decrease
• sk - skip
• sl st - slip stitch
• yo - yarn over

SPECIAL STITCH:  Ch-3+dc2-tog - Chain-3 and double crochet 2 together decrease - ch 2, yo, insert hook in next st and pull up a loop, pull through 2 loops on hook, yo and pull through remaining 2 loops on hook.

BODY

NOTE: Ch 3 at beg of rnd counts as st.

RND 1: Make magic circle, ch 3, dc in circle, ch 1, (2 dc, ch 1 in circle) 3x, cinch circle, sl st join to top of beg ch-3. [12 sts]

RND 2: Ch 3, dc in next dc, sk next ch, ch 5, (dc in next 2 dc, sk next ch, ch 5) 3x, sl st join to top of beg ch-3. [28 sts]

RND 3: Ch 3, dc in same dc, 2 dc in next dc, sk next 5 chs, ch 4, (2 dc in ea of next 2 dcs, sk next 5 chs, ch 4) 3x, sl st join to top of beg ch-3. [32 sts]

RND 4: Ch 3, dc in same dc, dc in next 2 dcs, 2 dc in next dc, sk next 4 chs, ch 4, (2 dc in next dc, dc in next 2 dcs, 2 dc in next dc, sk next 4 chs, ch 4) 3x, sl st join to top of beg ch-3. [40 sts]

RND 5: Ch 3, dc in same dc, dc in ea of next 4 dcs, 2 dc in next dc, sk next 4 chs, ch 2, (2 dc in next dc, dc in ea of next 4 dcs, 2 dc in next dc, sk next 4 chs, ch 2) 3x, sl st join to top of beg ch-3. [40 sts]

RND 6: Ch 3, dc in same dc, dc in ea of next 6 dcs, 2 dc in next dc, sk next 2 chs, ch 1, (2 dc in next dc, dc in ea of next 6 dcs, 2 dc in next dc, sk next 2 chs, ch 1) 3x, sl st join to top of beg ch-3. [44 sts]

RND 7: Ch 3, dc in same dc, dc in ea of next 8 dcs, 2 dc in next dc, sk next ch, (2 dc in next dc, dc in ea of next 8 dcs, 2 dc in next dc, sk next ch) 3x, sl st join to top of beg ch-3. [48 sts]

RND 8: Ch-3+dc2-tog in same st and next st, dc in next 8 sts, dc2tog in next 2 dcs, ch 2, (dc2tog in next 2 dcs, dc in ea of next 8 dcs, dc2tog in next 2 dcs, ch 2) 3x, sl st join to beg st. [48 sts]

RND 9: Ch-3+dc2-tog in same st and next st, dc in ea of next 6 dcs, dc2tog in next 2 dcs, sk next 2 chs, ch 4, (dc2tog in next 2 dcs, dc in ea of next 6 dcs, dc2tog in next 2 dcs, sk next 2 chs, ch 4) 3x, sl st join to beg st. [48 sts]

RND 10: Ch-3+dc2-tog in same st and next st, dc in ea of next 4 dcs, dc2tog in next 2 dcs, sk next 4 chs, ch 7, (dc2tog in next 2 dcs, dc in ea of next 4 dcs, dc2tog in next 2 dcs, sk next 4 chs, ch 7) 3x, sl st join to beg st. [52 sts]

RND 11: Ch-3+dc2-tog in same st and next st, dc in ea of next 2 dcs, dc2tog in next 2 dcs, sk next 7 chs, ch 10, (dc2tog in next 2 dcs, dc in ea of next 2 dcs, dc2tog in next 2 dcs, sk next 7 chs, ch 10) 3x, sl st join to beg st. [56 sts]

Continue to HANGING CORDS.

HANGING CORDS

ROW 1: Ch-3+dc2-tog in same st and next st, dc2tog in next 2 dcs, turn. [2 sts]

ROW 2: Ch-3+dc2-tog in same st and next st, turn. [1 st]
Ch 40 (about 12 inches), mark ch, ch 5, sl st in back ridge loop of marked ch (remove marker) and ea ch across, continue sl st in loop on edge of row 2, and on row 1, continue sl st in ea ch along top row of BODY, sl st into next dc.

Repeat Rows 1-2 3x.

FINISHING:  Fasten off. Weave in ends. Straighten hanging cords, gather the ch-5 loops together, and hang.

Moss Stitch Turned Rounds Square Dishcloth

Moss Stitch Turned Rounds Square Dishcloth

Unlike a moss stitch square crocheted in-the-round, this turned-rounds design creates truly squared corners by correcting the bias that causes the swirly curvy shape. (See below the pattern instructions for how the moss stitch looks when done in-the-round.)

This method also makes a reversible cloth, not one that almost looks the same on both sides.

FINISHED SIZE:  About 7 inches square

GAUGE:  Not important. Simply do rounds until your desired size is reached.

MATERIALS

• About 55 yards of #4 / medium / worsted cotton yarn (yarn pictured is Premier Yarns Home Cotton)
• Crochet hook size 4.5 mm if yarn is thinner, as is the yarn I used; 5.0 mm if yarn is thicker, such as Lily Sugar 'n Cream.
• Yarn needle

ABBREVIATIONS, SPECIAL STITCHES (US TERMS)

• ch - chain
• cor - corner
• ea - each
• hdc - half double crochet
• ms - moss stitch - (sc, ch 1) in indicated ch sp
• ms-cor - moss stitch corner - (sc, ch 2, sc, ch 1) in indicated corner sp
• sc - single crochet
• sl st - slip stitch
• sp - space
• st - stitch

RND 1:  Magic circle, ch 1, (sc in circle, ch 2) 4x, close circle, sl st join to first sc. [12 sts]
RND 2:  Turn, (ms-cor in next cor sp) 4x, sl st join to first sc. [5 sts/side]
RND 3:  Turn, (ms in next ch sp, ms-cor in next cor sp) around, sl st join to first sc. [7 sts/side]
RND 4:  Turn, ms in ea ch sp until next cor, ms-cor in next cor sp, (ms in ea ch sp until next cor, ms-cor in cor sp) around, ms in ea ch sp until end of rnd, sl st join to first sc. [ea rnd adds 2 sts/side]
RND 5 to 13:  Repeat rnd 4 until piece measures 6 1/2 inches across.
RND 14:  Rep rnd 4, or continue to BORDER.
BORDER (optional):  Turn, ch 1, (hdc in next ch sp, sc in next sc) to cor, 3 hdc in cor sp,
(sc in next sc, hdc in next ch sp), sc in next sc, 3 hdc in cor sp) 3x, (sc in next sc, hdc in next ch sp) until join, sl st join to first hdc, fasten off, weave in ends.

The moss stitch square worked in-the-round.

Now, here's my first attempt at a moss stitch in-the-round dishcloth. I liked the stitch but I did NOT like the swirly curvy shape at all.

Minimalist Guitar Pick Keychain Pouch

There’s no button, snap, or any clasp to catch on things in your pocket or purse, or add weight. The simple flap works perfectly. A minimalist, utilitarian, and unisex design.

FINISHED SIZE:  2 3/4 x 2 3/4 inches. Opening for pick slot is about 3/4 inch wide; crocheted fabric will stretch to accommodate width of pick. Gauge is unimportant.

MATERIALS

• #10 cotton crochet thread, 10 or 15 yards
• Crochet hook size 2.25 mm
• Stitch markers
• Large-eye sewing needle
• Small key ring

ABBREVIATIONS

• ch - chain
• dec - single crochet 2 together (decrease)
• ea - each
• inc - 2 single crochet in same stitch (increase)
• MC - magic circle
• PM - place marker
• rep - repeat
• sc - single crochet
• sl st - slip stitch
• st(s) - stitch(es)

Pattern is written in US terms.

BACK

ROW 1:  Make MC, 2 sc in MC, PM in circle, draw MC loosely closed. [2]
ROW 2:  Ch 1, turn, inc in same st, inc in last st. [4]
ROW 3:  Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in ea st across. [4]
ROW 4:  Ch 1, turn, inc in same st, sc in next 2 sts, inc in last st. [6]
ROW 5:  Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in ea st across. [6]
ROW 6:  Ch 1, turn, inc in same st, sc in next 4 sts, inc in last st. [8]
ROW 7:  Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in ea st across. [8]
ROW 8:  Ch 1, turn, inc in same st, sc in next 6 sts, inc in last st. [10]
ROW 9:  Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in ea st across. [10]
ROW 10:  Rep row 9, PM in first and last sts of row. [10]
ROW 11:  Ch 1, turn, dec in same and next st, sc in next 6 sts, dec in next and last st. [8]
ROW 12:  Ch 1, turn, dec in same and next st, sc in next 4 sts, dec in next and last st. Continue to FLAP. [6]

FLAP

ROW 13:  Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in ea st across. [6]
ROW 14:  Ch 1, turn, inc in same st, sc in net 4 sts, inc in last st. [8]
ROW 15:  Ch 1, turn, inc in same st, sc in next 6 sts inc in last st. [10]
ROW 16:  Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in ea st across. [10]
ROW 17:  Rep row16, PM in first and last sts of row. [10]
ROW 18:  Ch 1, turn, dec in same and next st, sc in next 6 sts, dec in next and last st, fasten off. [8]

FRONT

ROW 1:  Attach yarn in MC, 2 sc in MC. [2]
ROW 2:  Ch 1, turn, inc in same st, inc in last st, remove marker from MC, draw MC fully closed. [4]
ROW 3-12:  Rep rows 3-12 of BACK. Fasten off.

ASSEMBLY

1. Weave in all ends. 
2. Flip up and align FRONT over BACK, and fold FLAP over top. Use 1 stitch marker to pin together the 3 edge stitches of marked rows (row 10 on BACK, 16 on FLAP, and 10 on FRONT) on left side of piece, then repeat on right side. It may also be helpful to pin the edge stitches on row 12 of BACK and FRONT and the corresponding stitch on FLAP.
3. Thread a length of yarn onto sewing needle and seam edges. Weave in tails. 
4. Slip keyring around a group of 3 or 4 stitches near top center edge of BACK (not on FLAP).

Tags:  bag, cozy, keychain, pouch, seamed, unisex, worked-flat, written-pattern

Wine Bottle Gift Cover

This pattern resembles a beautiful project improvised by "jdocktor" on Ravelry. I worked up something similar in a different yarn and kept notes along the way. It's fun to make, and I think a hand-made wine bottle cover adds a little more joy to gift giving.

Pattern is written in US terms.

SIZE:  To fit 750 ml wine bottle of typical dimensions.

MATERIALS

• US I-9 / 5.5 mm crochet hook, or hook needed to obtain gauge
• 47 g / 83 yds Premier Home Cotton Grande Solids & Marls (or any #4 / medium / worsted yarn) 
• Yarn needle

GAUGE:  12 hdc x 8 rows = 4 inches, however, swatch is unnecessary; if the diameter of your completed base (RND 1-3) is about 3.5 inches you're good to go.

ABBREVIATIONS

• ch - chain
• dc - double crochet
• dc2tog  - double crochet 2 together decrease
• ea - each
• hdc - half double crochet
• hk - hook
• lp(s) - loop(s)
• rem - remaining
• rep - repeat
• RND - round
• sk - skip
• sl st - slip stitch
• st(s) - stitch(es)
• tr - triple crochet
• yo - yarn over

SPECIAL INSTRUCTION "Work dc2tog across next 3 sts":   Yo, insert hk into indicated st and draw up a lp (3 lps on hk), draw through 2 lps (2 lps on hk), sk next st, yo, insert hk into next st and draw up a lp (4 lps on hk), draw through 2 lps (3 lps on hk), yo, draw through 3 rem lps on hk.

1. RND 1:  (Base) Magic ring, ch 3 (counts as dc), 8 dc in ring, draw ring closed, sl st join to top of ch3. (9 sts)
2. RND 2:  Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in same st, 2 dc in next st and ea st around, sl st join to top of ch3. (19 sts)
3. RND 3:  Ch 2, hdc in same st, 2 hdc in next st and ea st around, sl st join to top of ch2. (38 sts) Diameter of base should be about 3.5 inches.
4. RND 4:  (Form sides) Ch 2 (counts as hdc), hdc in back lp of next st and ea st around, sl st join to top of ch2. (38 sts) 
5. RND 5:  (Foundation for wave shape) Ch 4 (counts as tr), tr in next st, * dc in next 3 sts, hdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 3 sts, hdc in next 3 sts, dc in next 3 sts *, tr in next 4 sts, rep from * to *, tr in next 2 sts, sl st join to top of ch4. (38 sts) 
6. RND 6:  (Wave pattern) Ch 3, 5 dc in same st, sk next st, *(dc in next st, sk next st) 3x*, work dc2tog across next 3 sts, sk next st, rep from * to *, 6 dc in next st, 6 dc in next st, sk next st, rep from * to *, work dc2tog across next 3 sts, sk next st, 6 dc in next st, sl st join to top of ch3. (38 sts) 
7. RND 7-15:  Rep round 6. Laid flat, piece should measure about 13.5 inches long and 4.5 inches wide; with a bottle inside, about 12 inches high and 10.5 inches around. 
8. RND 16:  Ch 1, sc in same st and ea st around. (38 sts) Join using invisible finish: Cut yarn leaving about 6-inch tail, thread tail onto yarn needle. Sk next sc, insert needle bottom-up through both lps of next sc and draw yarn through. Insert needle top-down between lps of last completed sc, draw yarn through, and weave end inside of work.
9. Make tie string:  Ch 90 or 100 (28 to 29 inches unstretched). Sl st in 2nd ch from hk and ea ch across (length will shorten to about 24 to 25 inches). Fasten off and weave in ends. Attach string around bottle neck by threading it through gaps between stitches, and tie.

TAGS:  3D bottle, bottom-up, cover, cozy, gift, in-the-round, lace, one-piece, seamless, wine, written-pattern

Belt Pouch for Water Bottle or Umbrella

Here's a pouch for keeping your water or umbrella handy at an outdoor event. I use mine at the renaissance faire.

Pattern is written in US terms.

MATERIALS

• About 84 yds / 48 g of  #4 / medium /worsted cotton yarn
• Size 7 / 4.5 mm crochet hook
• 2 stitch markers (optional)
• Tapestry needle

GAUGE (not really important):  9 reps of pattern (dc, ch, sk next st) x 9 rows = 2 inches

ABBREVIATIONS

• ch - chain
• dc - double crochet
• dec - sc 2 together decrease
• inc - 2 sc in same st increase
• sc - single crochet
• sk - skip
• sl st - slip stitch
• st(s) - stitch(es)

NOTE: If desired, mark first and last st of each row and move markers up as you go.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. BASE, ROW 1:  Magic ring, 6sc in ring, sl st join to first sc. [6]
2. ROW 2:  Ch 1, sc in same st, inc around, sl st join to ch. [12]
3. ROW 3:  Ch 1, inc, (sc, inc) around, sl st join to ch. [18]
4. ROW 4:  Ch 1, sc, inc, (sc, sc, inc) around, sl st join to ch. [24]
5. ROW 5:  Ch 1, sc, sc, inc, (sc, sc, sc, inc) around, sl st join to ch. [30]
6. ROW 6:  Ch 1, sc, sc, sc, inc (sc, sc, sc, sc, inc) round, sl st join to ch. Piece should measure about 2 1/2 inches across. [36]
7. BODY, ROW 7-8:  Ch 1, sc around, sl st join to ch.  [36]
8. ROW 9-12:  Ch 3, sk next st, (dc, ch, sk next st) around, sl st join to ch2. [36]
9. ROW 13-14:  Rep row 7-8. [36]
10. ROW 15-18:  Rep row 9-12. [36]
11. ROW 19-20:  Rep row 7-8. [36]
12. ROW 21-24:  Rep row 9-12. [36]
13. ROW 25:  Rep row 7. [36] Ch 1, sl st in next 2 sts. Piece should measure about 8 inches from row 7 to top.
14. STRAP, ROW 26:  Ch 1, turn, dc in next 6 sts. [7]
15. ROW 27:  Ch 1, turn, sc across. [7]
16. ROW 28-49 (about 8 inches) or to desired length:  Rep row 26-27. [7]
17. FINISHING:  (Sc down side of strap to pouch opening, dec in corner where strap meets opening, sc around opening, dec in corner where other side of opening meets strap, and sc up strap) 2x. 
18. Cut yarn leaving long tail for sewing. Thread tail onto tapestry needle, fold strap over about 2 1/2 inches (or as will accommodate belt), and sew to make belt loop. Alternatively, if you don't want the loop size to be permanent, make a few inches of chain to thread through stitches and make a bow. Weave in ends.

TAGS:  3D, bag, belt-pouch, bottom-up, carrier, case, cozy, festival, holder, mesh, one-piece, pouch, renaissance-faire, renfaire, ren-faire, sleeve, sling, umbrella, water-bottle, worked-in-the-round, written-pattern

Belt Pouch for Hand Fan

SIZE:  For a 13-inch (large) hand fan; if needed change hook size or number of initial chains to fit your fan.

Pattern is written in US terms.

MATERIALS

• 3.25 mm crochet hook
• 25 g / 100 yds cotton or bamboo fingering yarn (more than half skein)
• Tapestry needle

GAUGE:  13 sc x 23 rows = 2 inches

ABBREVIATIONS

• ch - chain
• ea - each
• dec - decrease (sc2tog; sc 2 together)
• inc - increase (2sc in same st)
• rep - repeat
• sc - single crochet
• st(s) - stitch(es)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. POUCH:  Slip knot, ch 9. Sc in top loop of 2nd ch from hook and in ea ch across. Sc again in last ch. (9 sts)
2. Continuing around other side of piece, sc in bottom loop of ea ch across. Sc again in last ch. Oval should be 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 inches across. (18 sts)
3. Working in the round, sc in ea st, until length of piece is 11 1/2 inches. After every few rounds, slip fan hinge-end first into piece and check fit. To accommodate fan's widening girth and prevent case from becoming snug, inc at ea end of oval. My fan required 5 sets of inc.
4. STRAP:  Working in rows, sc halfway across top edge. * Ch 1, turn, dec in first st, sc across, dec in last st, rep from * until row is reduced to 10 sts. 
5. * Ch1, turn, sc across, rep from * until length of strap is 7 inches (or desired length).
6. FINISHING:  Sc down side of strap to smooth ragged row edges, continue around opening of case and up other side of strap. Cut yarn, leaving long tail for sewing. Fold end of strap over 2 inches (or as will fit your belt), thread tail onto tapestry needle, and sew to create belt loop. Weave in ends.

TAGS:  3D, bag, bottom-up, carrier, case, cozy, festival, holder, one-piece, pouch, ren-faire, renaissance-faire, renfaire, worked-in-the-round, written pattern

Pouch for Crystals

A washable, breathable, comfy cozy for carrying crystals next to your body. Tuck between your "girls" or your pocket. Use a few yards of any soft cotton fingering yarn. Gauge is unimportant.

Pattern is written in US terms.

MATERIALS

• Cotton fingering yarn
• Size D / 3 / 3.25 mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle

ABBREVIATIONS

• ch - chain
• dc - double crochet
• ea - each
• hdc - half double crochet
• hdc2tog - half double crochet 2 together decrease
• rep - repeat
• rnd - round
• sl st - slip stitch
• st(s) - stitch(es)

NOTE:  Ch-2 at beginning of row counts as first dc or hdc.

1.  RND 1:  Magic ring, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st to 2nd ch. Pull tail to draw ring tightly closed. (12 sts)
2.  RND 2:  Ch 2, dc in same st, 2 dc in ea st around, join with sl st to 2nd ch. (24 sts)
3.  RND 3:  Ch 2, dc in same st, * dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, rep from * around, join with sl st to 2nd ch. (36 sts)
4.  RND 4:  Ch 2, dc in same st, * dc in next st, dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, rep from * around, join with sl st to 2nd ch. (48 sts)
5.  Thread center tail onto yarn needle and weave through center stitches a few times; cut excess.
6.  RND 5:  Ch 2, * hdc2tog, hdc, hdc, rep from * around, join with sl st to 2nd ch. (36 sts)
7.  RND 6 to about 10:  Ch 2, * [hdc2tog, hdc, hdc] OR [hdc2tog, hdc], rep from * around, join with sl st to 2nd ch... continue decrease rows until st count is about 12.
8.  Fasten off leaving about a 6-inch tail. Continuing in the same direction as crocheting, weave tail through front loop of ea st around. Insert crystals. Pull tail as a drawstring to cinch pouch closed. Tie a slip knot near the cinch to secure.

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