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

Lily Wallet - Free Crochet Pattern

 I often get custom requests in my Etsy shop. It's fun, and sometimes challenging to create what the customer is envisioning. And more often than not, I like the end result so much I offer it as a regular item in my shop after that! This was the case for the Lily Wallet. I didn't have a pattern to go off of, and my customer wanted a wallet to coordinate with the purse she ordered too. I created this wallet and could not resist writing down the pattern to share with you. You can also find the pdf available for purchase in my Ravelry and Etsy Shops.

Materials:

Size G (4 mm) Crochet Hook

Worsted Weight Yarn #4 (Lily Sugar n Cream Cotton) 

Scissors

Needle for weaving in ends

Button

Tape Measure – For checking gauge

Gauge:

Not critical to project

Abbreviations (US Terms):

CH – Chain

SC – Single Crochet

DC – Double Crochet 

DC CL – Double Crochet Cluster (see special stitches)

Sl St – Slip Stitch

Sk – Skip

Ch-Sp – Chain Space

St(s) – Stitch(es) 

Notes:

• Ch 1 at the beginning of a row does NOT count as a st.

• This is worked in rows. Turn at the beginning of each row.

• Repeat sections will be noted with * *

Magic Ring Tutorial

Lining with Fabric Tutorial

Special Stitches

3DC CL

Yarn over, insert hook into stitch indicated and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through 2 loops. 2 loops on hook

Yarn over, insert hook into same stitch and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through 2 loops. 3 loops on hook

Yarn over, insert hook into same stitch and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through 2 loops. 4 loops on hook

Yarn over, and pull through all loops on hook.

 

Instructions:

Rectangle (make 2)

Ch 20

1. Dc in 3rd ch from hook (first 3 ch count as dc). Dc in each remaining ch. 18 sts

2. Ch 3 (or standing dc), dc in next and each dc across. Dc in top of ch 3 (or standing dc). 18 sts

3-16. Repeat row 2 Bind off

Repeat instructions a second time, but don’t bind off at the end. Follow instructions below:

Ch 1, turn. Sc both together along short side. Sc 3 in corner. Sc both sides together 31 sts evenly across bottom long edge. Sc 3 in corner. Sc both sides together along short end. 

Sc along the top of front panel only, sc 31 evenly across.

Cut yarn, weave in ends. Now make the front flap.

Front flap. 

1. Magic ring, ch 3 (counts as dc), dc 5 in ring. Pull tight. 6 sts 

2. Ch 3, or standing dc. Dc in same st as turning ch. 2 dc in next 4 dc. 2 dc in top of ch 3. 12 sts

3. Ch 3, *2dc in next st. 1 dc in next st.* rpt to last st. 2 dc in last st. 18 sts

4. Ch 3, dc in next st. *2dc in next st. 1 dc in next 2  sts.* rpt to last st. 2 dc in last st. 18 sts

5. Ch 3, dc in same st. *Ch 2, sk 1, dc in next st.* Repeat * * to last st. Dc in last st.

6. Ch 3, 3dc in each ch 2 sp. Dc in last st. 35 sts.

7. Ch 5 (or standing dc plus ch 2), *sk 1 st, 3dc cl in next. Ch 2* Repeat * * across to last st. Dc in last st.

8. Ch 3, 3dc in each ch 2 sp. Dc in 3rd ch of ch 5. 53 sts. Do not bind off. 

9. Ch 1. Rotate so you are working along the straight edge. Sc evenly along straight edge. 1 sc per row. 

10. Ch 1. Place the top of the back side of the wallet and the front flap together. Sl st together through both layers.

Finishing:

Fringe: Cut many strands of yarn, approximately 5 inches long. Loop 2 strands per stitch along the last row of the front flap.

Buttonhole tab: Ch 10, sl st to 1st ch to form loop. Sew on the bottom of the case. Sew button onto the front flap. Weave in any remaining ends. 

 

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

I hope you enjoy my patterns. Your support of my small business is truly appreciated!

*Permissions*

- You are free to sell what you make from these patterns. 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.

© 2021 Sarah Gross - Crafts by Sarah Liz

Lining Crochet Projects with Fabric Tutorial

I love to add fabric lining to my purses and wallets that I crochet. It adds structure and a special touch. I have had people ask for a tutorial so I used my new Summer Fun Clutch crochet pattern for the example. This method will work for most purses, depending on the shape. I like to use plain white cotton fabric. You don't need a super fancy sewing machine for this. In fact, I am still using the one that I got for my birthday when I was 14! I won't tell you my exact age now, but let's just say that my old sewing machine has seen more than a decade (close to 2!) of use and still gets the job done.

 

Step 1: Using 2 layers of chosen fabric, trace around the bottom and sides of the clutch. Add 1-2 inches of extra fabric at the top. Cut around trace marks.

 

Step 2: Using straight stitch, stitch through both layers along the sides and bottom about ¼ inch from the edge.

Step 3: Then, using zig-zag stitch, stitch along the sides and bottom to capture the edges to prevent fraying.

 

Step 4: Now zig zag stitch around the top edge (Do NOT go through both layers. This is the top opening for the lining.)

Step 5: Fold the top edge down on the outside, and iron flat. All the raw edges should be on the outside of the lining. The inside should have no raw edges.

 

Step 6: Insert lining into clutch, and hand stitch the top along the edge of the top of the clutch, catching both the lining and the clutch in the stitches.

Tip: I also put a couple of stitches along the bottom corners of the clutch to help keep the bottom of the lining in place.

Voila! Now you have a lovely fabric lining and you don't have to worry about your personal items falling out of the bottom of your purse. I hope you find this tutorial helpful. Feel free to comment or email me to let me know how it turned out.

Happy Sewing!

~Sarah Liz

Summer Fun Key Fob Free Pattern

Do you have tiny scraps of yarn that are too big to throw away, but too small for many projects? This key fob pattern is just the thing! I couldn't throw away the leftover bits of this hand dyed yarn from ALC Yarns, so I designed this pattern to use up every single bit of yarn. It coordinates with my Summer Fun Clutch pattern that is available in my shops.

Materials:

Size G (4 mm) Crochet Hook

Worsted Weight Yarn #4 (ALC hand dyed yarn) Approximately 85 yards

Scissors

Needle for weaving in ends

Tape Measure – For checking gauge

Gauge:

10 sts in SC, 10 rows = 2 inches 

Check your gauge and adjust hook size accordingly. 

Abbreviations (US Terms):

CH – Chain

SC – Single Crochet

HDC – Half Double Crochet 

HDCfront3rdloop – See notes

FLO – Front Loop Only

Puff  St – Puff Stitch (see notes)

Sl St – Slip Stitch

Sk – Skip

Ch-Sp – Chain Space

St(s) – Stitch(es) 

Notes:

• Ch 1 at the beginning of a row does NOT count as a st.

• This is worked in rows. Turn at the beginning of each row.

• Repeat sections will be noted with * *

Puff Stitch

Yarn over, insert hook into stitch indicated and pull up a loop. 3 loops on hook

Yarn over, insert hook into same stitch and pull up a loop. 5 loops on hook

Yarn over, insert hook into same stitch and pull up a loop. 7 loops on hook

Yarn over, and pull through all loops on hook.

HDCfront3rdloop

Identifying the front 3rd loop (2 views)

Insert hook in the front 3rd loop (NOT the 2 top loops that are normally worked in)

 

A ridge will now start forming on the 

backside of Row 2. 

Key Fob Pattern

 

CH 6

1. SC in 2nd CH from hook. SC in remaining CH. 5 sts

2. CH 1, turn. HDC in each st. 5 sts

3. CH 1, turn. HDC in each st. 

4. CH 1, turn. Hdc3rdloop in each st.

5. CH 1, turn. HDC in first st. Puff st in next. HDC in next st. Puff st in next. HDC in last st.

Repeat rows 2-5 until measures 8 inches (or longer if desired). SC ends together. Attach ring or clip as desired.

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

I hope you enjoy my patterns. Your support of my small business is truly appreciated!

*Permissions*

- You are free to sell what you make from these patterns. 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.

© 2021 Sarah Gross - Crafts by Sarah Liz

Summer Fun Card Case Free Pattern

 I don't know about you, but I have a hard time throwing away leftover yarn. Especially the pretty hand dyed yarns! I was designing a clutch pattern for ALC Yarn Club, and I had a little bit of yarn left over, and I just had to figure out something to do with it. Enter the Summer Fun Card Case and Key Fob patterns! These patterns work up quickly and use up small bits of yarn, making great stashbusting patterns! I am so excited to release these patterns here for free! You can find the coordinating Summer Fun Clutch pattern in my Ravelry and Etsy shops.

Size:

Finished card case measures approximately 3.5 inches tall, and 4.5 inches wide.

Materials:

Size G (4 mm) Crochet Hook

Worsted Weight Yarn #4 (ALC hand dyed yarn) Approximately 85 yards

Scissors

Needle for weaving in ends

Tape Measure – For checking gauge

Gauge:

10 sts in SC, 10 rows = 2 inches 

Check your gauge and adjust hook size accordingly. 

Abbreviations (US Terms):

CH – Chain

SC – Single Crochet

HDC – Half Double Crochet 

HDCfront3rdloop – See notes

FLO – Front Loop Only

Puff  St – Puff Stitch (see notes)

Picot – CH 2, sl st in 1st ch

Sl St – Slip Stitch

Sk – Skip

Ch-Sp – Chain Space

St(s) – Stitch(es) 

Notes:

• Ch 1 at the beginning of a row does NOT count as a st.

• This is worked in rows. Turn at the beginning of each row.

• Repeat sections will be noted with * *

Puff Stitch

Yarn over, insert hook into stitch indicated and pull up a loop. 3 loops on hook

Yarn over, insert hook into same stitch and pull up a loop. 5 loops on hook

Yarn over, insert hook into same stitch and pull up a loop. 7 loops on hook

Yarn over, and pull through all loops on hook.

Instructions:

Card Case

Ch 23

1. SC in 2nd ch from hook. SC in each remaining ch. 22 sts

2. CH 1, turn. SC in first and each st across. 22 sts

3-20. Repeat row 2

Fold over, and SC sides together. 

Now SC around the top of the case, 1 SC per row (do NOT stitch the 2 layers together).

Cut yarn, weave in ends. Now make the front flap.

Front Flap

1. Make magic ring. CH 1, SC 4 in ring. Pull tight. 4 sts

2. CH 1, turn. 2 SC in each st across. 8 sts

3. CH 1, turn. *2 SC in next st. 1 SC in next st.* Repeat across. 12 sts

4. CH 1, turn. SC, *CH 2, sk 1 st. SC in next st.* Repeat across. SC in last st.

5. CH 1, turn. SC in first st. 3 SC in each ch 2 sp across. SC in last st.

6. CH 1, turn. *2 SC in first st. 1 SC in next 3 sts* Rpt across. SC in last st. 21 sts

7. CH 1, turn. SC FLO in each stitch across. 

8. CH 1, turn. SC in first st. Puff st in next st. *CH 2, sk 1 st, puff st in next st.* Repeat * * across. SC in last st. 

9. CH 1, turn. SC in first st. 3 SC in each ch 2 st across. SC in last st. 29 sts

10. CH 1, turn. SC in first st. Picot. *SC in next 2 sts. Picot.* Repeat * * across. SC in last 2 sts.

Do not bind off. Ch 1. Sc evenly along straight edge. 1 sc per row. 

Ch 1. Face the right sides of the back side of the case and the front flap together. Evenly sl st together.

Finishing:

Button hole tab

Ch 10, sl st to 1st ch to form loop. Sew on the bottom of the case. Sew button onto the front flap. Weave in any remaining ends. 

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

I hope you enjoy my patterns. Your support of my small business is truly appreciated!

*Permissions*

- You are free to sell what you make from these patterns. 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.

© 2021 Sarah Gross - Crafts by Sarah Liz

Frankie Beanie Crochet Pattern

As it always happens, the end of the year gets really busy. I am blessed to have so many orders to keep me busy, but it does delay pattern releases. At any rate, I have a new beanie pattern for you today. The Frankie Beanie! You may remember my Frankie Bloomers crochet pattern that I released last year. I had to make a coordinating beanie pattern, and I love how it turned out!

You can purchase the pattern on my Ravelry or Etsy shops, and if you are an email subscriber or member of my VIP group on Facebook, you can grab a discount code! I made my beanie with Wool Ease worsted weight yarn. I topped it with a pom, and put it on my daughter Maxine for a photo.

I would love to see your beanies, so don't forget to tag me on social media so I can see your beautiful work!

Happy New Year, and Happy Crocheting!

~Sarah Liz