Welcome! Today we’re making a sweet crochet pencil case that is as fun to carry as it is to stitch.
This crochet pencil case is a little bit of pink-and-cream charm for your desk or your bag. The gingham-style stripes give it a fresh, cheerful look, and the pink heart and strawberry motifs add a playful finishing touch that makes it feel special.
It suits anyone who loves cute, sweet designs and wants a handmade accessory that gets used every day. It is a lovely project for keeping pens, makeup brushes or small everyday items tidy, and it also makes a thoughtful gift for a friend or student.
The full step-by-step tutorial is in the video, so this page is here to help you prepare, understand the construction and crochet with confidence.
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Skill Level
Easy. The project uses simple, repeated stitches and a straightforward construction, with colorwork that is manageable once you get into a rhythm.
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Materials
- Yarn: a light worsted weight (category 3) acrylic or cotton blend in two colors, one soft pink and one cream. Acrylic is soft, washable and holds the stripes crisply.
- Hook: a size G/4 mm or H/5 mm hook, which is the usual choice for worsted weight yarn and gives a firm, sturdy fabric that keeps its shape.
- Scissors and a yarn or tapestry needle for weaving in ends and joining pieces.
- Small amounts of red, green and white yarn for the strawberry motif, plus a bit of pink for the heart appliqué.
Stitches and Abbreviations
- sc: single crochet. Insert the hook, yarn over and pull up a loop, then yarn over and pull through both loops on the hook.
- dc: double crochet. Yarn over, insert the hook, pull up a loop, then work off two loops twice.
- ch: chain. A series of loops made by yarning over and pulling through, used to start a piece or create a turning chain.
- sl st: slip stitch. Insert the hook, yarn over and pull through both the stitch and the loop on the hook, used for joining and neat edges.
Pattern Notes
- US terms are used throughout, so check that your abbreviations match before you start.
- Carry the unused color loosely along the back of the work when changing stripes to keep the fabric flexible.
- Your tension may differ from the video, so if your fabric feels stiff or loose, try a hook one size up or down.
- Stripes can look a little uneven before finishing, and this settles once the piece is joined and gently shaped.
How It’s Made
- Work the striped main panel in rows, changing between pink and cream to create the gingham effect.
- Shape the flap at the top, which folds over to close the case.
- Form the body by folding the panel and joining the side edges to create a pocket.
- Add a border of contrasting color around the edges for a neat, finished look.
- Make the strawberry motif in small pieces, adding the seeds and leaves.
- Crochet the pink heart appliqué and attach it to the front of the flap.
- Stitch the motifs securely in place and weave in all loose ends.
You can follow the exact rounds and rows in the video tutorial.
Assembly and Finishing Tips
- Use a yarn needle and mattress stitch for invisible, neat seams along the sides.
- Weave in your ends as you go, so you don’t end up with a pile of tails at the end.
- Block the finished case gently with a little steam to help the edges sit straight and the stripes line up.
- Sew the strawberry and heart on firmly, going through all layers so they hold up to daily use.
Make It Yours
- Try a mint and cream color scheme for a fresh, minty look.
- Swap the strawberry for a flower, star or small bow to suit your style.
- Make a larger version to hold a phone, glasses or a small notebook.
- Turn it into a gift set by making matching cases in different colors.
Happy crocheting, and I hope your cute new pencil case brings a smile to your desk! Share your finished project with us, we’d love to see it.
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Tutorial and photos of this pencil case by: mahum 🎀.
