Oceana Iced Coffee Cup Cozy - Free Pattern

 I wanted to make an Iced Coffee Cup Cozy that worked up quickly, but still had some texture from the stitches. So I designed the Oceana Cup Cozy! This stitch pattern gives me some beach vibes, so I made some cozies with some fun beach felties too. Add your favorite tags or felties, and you have a quick project that's perfect for summer markets.

Materials

H hook (5mm)

Worsted Weight Yarn (I used I Love This Yarn)

Scissors and needle

Tag or Feltie - Optional

Instructions

Make magic ring 

1. Ch 1, 10 hdc in magic circle. Join with sl st to first hdc. 10 sts

2. Ch 1, 2hdc in first and in each st around. Join.  20 sts

3. Ch 1, hdc in first st, 2hdc in next. Rpt around. Join. 30 sts

4. Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. 30 sts

5. Ch 1, (sc, 2dc) in first st. *Sk next 2 sts. In next st (sc, 2dc).* Repeat * * around, sk last 2 sts, and join with st st to first sc. 

6.-15. Repeat rounds 4 and 5.

16. Ch 1, hdc in each st around. 

17. Ch 1, hdc3rdloop in each st around. 

18. Rpt round 17.

Cut yarn, weave in ends. Add tag or feltie if desired. Slip onto your iced drink, and you are good to go!

I would love to see your Oceana Cup Cozies! Tag me on Instagram @craftsbysarahliz so I can see your work

*Permissions*

- You are free to sell what you make from this pattern. I would appreciate links back to my blog, Ravelry, or Etsy shop to credit me as the designer.

- You may not use my photos.

- You may not sell this pattern, or any part of this pattern, distribute it, or claim it as your own.

© 2022 Sarah Gross - Crafts by Sarah Liz

Lip Balm Holder - Free Pattern

 

These lip balm holders are one of my most practical items that I make. I created this pattern as a quick make for party favors for an event. But then I started making them for markets and craft shows, and they were so popular! Everyone knows someone who is always loosing their lip balm. I used a soft cotton yarn, and a swivel keychain to quickly add the holder to your purse or backpack. Check out the pattern below so you can make some too!

Materials

E hook 3.5mm (I crochet tightly, so you may need to size up if it doesn't fit your lip balm)

I Love This Cotton Yarn (or similar worsted weight)

Inserts - I ordered these from The Knotty Boss on Etsy.

Make magic ring 

1. 8 hdc in magic ring, sl st to first hdc to join. 8 sts

2. Ch 1, hdc blo in each st around. Join. 8 sts

3. Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. 8 sts

4. Rpt round 3

5. Rpt round 3

6. Rpt round 3

7. Rpt round 3

8. Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join

9. Ch 1, sc in first and next st.

10. Ch 1, TURN, sc in first and next st. 

11. Rpt round 10

12. Rpt round 10

Fold flap through swivel ring or key ring, and sew to secure.

I would love to see your lip balm holders! Tag me on Instagram @craftsbysarahliz so I can see your work

*Permissions*

- You are free to sell what you make from this pattern. I would appreciate links back to my blog, Ravelry, or Etsy shop to credit me as the designer.

- You may not use my photos.

- You may not sell this pattern, or any part of this pattern, distribute it, or claim it as your own.

© 2022 Sarah Gross - Crafts by Sarah Liz

Wanderlust Cowl

 I am so excited to be the designer featured in this week's blog hop hosted by Crochet Foundry Magazine. There is still a lot of snow on the ground for us in January, so cozy accessories are a must. Textured stitches add to the cozy factor, and using multiple colors adds some interest to the unique design. 

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Furls Crochet provided the materials for this pattern, and I was drawn to these cool colors from their Wander Yarn collection. In this design, each row uses a different color, so the color combination options are endless. You can easily change up the look of this cowl based on your color choices. 

Materials:

Size J (6 mm) hook Furls Odyssey Hook

Worsted Weight Yarn #4 (Furls Wander Yarn) in 3 colors

A - Mist, B - Cobblestone, C - Peninsula

Color A – Approximately 86 yds

Color B – Approximately 42 yds

Color C – Approximately 52 yds

Scissors

Needle for weaving in ends

Tape Measure – For checking gauge

Gauge:

13 sts, HDC = 4 inches  

Check your gauge and adjust hook size accordingly. 

Abbreviations (US terms):

CH – Chain

Sl St – Slip Stitch

SK - Skip

HDC – Half Double Crochet

FHDC – Foundation Half Double Crochet (see tutorials)

DC – Double Crochet

HDC3rdloop – HDC in 3rd loop (see special stitches)

Puff V st – Puff V Stitch (see special stitches)

St(s) – Stitch(es)

RS – Right Side

WS – Wrong Side

Notes:

• Worked in the round

• Do NOT cut yarn when switching colors. Carry yarn up WS of work 

• Repeat sections will be noted with *  *

• Color A – Mist, Color B – Cobblestone, Color C - Peninsula

Special Stitches:

Puff st: 

Yarn over, insert hook and draw up a loop (3 loops on hook)

Yarn over, insert hook and draw up a loop (5 loops on hook)

Yarn over, insert hook and draw up a loop (7 loops on hook)

Yarn over, insert hook and draw up a loop (9 loops on hook)

Yarn over, and draw through 7 loops on hook.

Yarn over, and draw through remaining 2 loops on hook. (do NOT ch 1 after)

Puff V st:

Complete 1 puff st as seen in instructions above, ch 1, repeat puff st instructions in same stitch indicated.

Hdc3rdloop:

With RS facing you, locate loop in the back of your work (not the top 2 loops that are usually worked).

Tutorials:

How to Check Gauge: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/459085755770169349/ 

FHDC: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/459085755770169403/

Instructions:

1. With color A. FHDC 80, sl st to first FHDC to join.

2. Color B. Ch 1, Hdc3rdloop in each st around. Join. 80 sts

3. Color C. Ch 1, Hdc3rdloop in each st around. Join. 80 sts

4. Color A. Ch 1, Hdc3rdloop in each st around. Join.  80 sts

5. Color B. Ch 1, HDC in first st. *Ch 1, sk 1 st, HDC in next st.* Repeat around. Ch 1, sk last st. Join.  80 sts (40 hdc, 40 ch sp)

6. Color A. Ch 1, HDC in each st and ch sp around. 80 sts

7. Color C. Ch 1, HDC in first st *sk 1 st, puff v st in next st. Sk 1 st, HDC in the next st.* Repeat around to last 3 sts. Sk 1 st, puff v st in next st. Sk last st, join.  (20 puff v sts, 20 hdc)

8. Color A. Ch 1, hdc in first st. *3HDC in puff v st sp. HDC in next HDC st.* Repeat around. 3HDC in last puff v st sp. Join. 80 sts

9. Color B. Repeat round 5.

10. Color A. Repeat round 6.

11. Color C. Ch 1, HDC in each st around.  80 sts

12. Color A. Ch 1, Hdc3rdloop in each st around.  80 sts

13. Color B. Repeat round 7.

14. Color A. Repeat round 8. 

15. Color C. Ch 1, HDC in each st around.  80 sts

16. Color A. Ch 1, Hdc3rdloop in each st around.  80 sts

17. Color B. Repeat round 5.

18. Color A. Repeat round 6.

19. Color C. Repeat round 7.

20. Color A. Repeat round 8.

21. Color B. Repeat round 5.

22. Color A. Repeat round 6. 

23. Color C. Ch 1, HDC in each st around.  80 sts

24. Color B. Ch 1, Hdc3rdloop in each st around.  80 sts

25. Color A. Ch 1, Hdc3rdloop in each st around.  80 sts

26. Color A. Ch 1, Hdc3rdloop in each st around. 80 sts

Cut yarn, weave in ends. 

I would love to see your cowls! Tag me on Instagram @craftsbysarahliz so I can see your work

#wanderlustcowl

*Permissions*

- You are free to sell what you make from this pattern. I would appreciate links back to my blog, Ravelry, or Etsy shop to credit me as the designer.

- You may not use my photos.

- You may not sell this pattern, or any part of this pattern, distribute it, or claim it as your own.

© 2022 Sarah Gross - Crafts by Sarah Liz