This quick and easy crochet glasses case pattern creates the ultimate accessory you never knew you needed (even if you’re a beginner).
Are you tired of your sunglasses getting scratched or lost in the depths of your bag?
Are you looking for quick and fun crochet projects that use just a little bit of yarn?
Want to build your crochet skills while making projects you’ll actually use?
Look no further than this fabulous crochet glasses case for your sun or reading glasses!
Not only will this crochet glasses case keep your shades safe and secure, but it will also be a fun way to show your creativity and personal style.
- This is a very quick project to work up!
- These make great gifts for men, women, boys and girls!
- This project uses very little yarn, so it’s a great stash-buster!
- You’ll get to practice a lot of crochet skills: yarn fiber substitution (cotton, wool, acrylic), continuous rounds, color changes, spiked decrease stitch, gauge & size, finishing techniques & more!
Estimated reading time: 9 minutes
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Crochet Glasses Case Resources
Finished Crochet Glasses Case Projects
Need some inspiration before you get started?
Check out other finished Spiked Crochet Glasses Case projects on ravelry, right here:
Spiked Crochet Stitch Design
A simple decreasing stitch creates a lot of raised surface texture for this project.
If you’re not sure how to work a spiked stitch that decreases, just follow our helpful instructions step-by-step!
This is a really quick and easy project to follow, so you don’t have to put all of your time, attention, and focus into it (this is a perfect pattern to work on while you catch up on your favorite shows)!
This design is worked from the bottom up, starting with a chain foundation, then continues with solid single crochet stitches in continuous rounds.
If you’re not sure how to work in continuous rounds, we’ve got a video tutorial you can follow to see how its done.
Hint… be sure to use stitch markers to track your progress!
An interesting feature in this pattern is that it can be worked in so many different color combinations: solid, variegated, stripes, color blocking – choose your favorites to make it your own!
How To Crochet In Continuous Rounds
Te crochet glasses case is worked from the bottom up, in rounds that do not join.
This method of crochet is also known as working in continuous rounds, and creates a spiral without creating a noticeable seam.
If you’ve never tried to crochet in continuous rounds, grab a stitch marker and watch our quick video tutorial to see exactly how it is done: How to crochet in continuous rounds – single crochet version
How To Count Stitches in Continuous Rounds
For tips about what counts as a stitch, and what does not count as a stitch, and how to count stitches so that you keep your stitch count, we’ve got some tips: Does the chain count as a stitch in crochet? How to count crochet stitches!
How To Change Colors in Crochet
You do not have to change colors in this pattern to see the stitch texture.
However, the color changes can definitely enhance all that hard work.
If you’re looking for tips on how to change color in rounds, we have a video tutorial you can watch right here: How To Change Colors in Crochet – Joined Rounds
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How to make the Spiked Glasses Case Crochet Pattern
Yarn
Knit Picks Dishie Cotton, worsted weight #4 yarn (100% Cotton; 190 yds / 173 m; 3.5 oz / 100 g per skein):
- Color A: Swan (100 yds)
- Color B: Honeydew (25 yds)
- Color C: Verdigris (25 yds)
- Color D: Mint (25 yds)
- Check for yarn substitutes!
While you can easily substitute yarn for this project, I really enjoyed working with cotton to give this style the perfect weight and brim.
Cotton is a sturdy fiber with a nice weight to it, so the fabric it creates is perfect for this brim style.
If you choose to substitute yarn, think about the fabric you’re creating and be careful not to create fabric that is too stiff (unless you’re totally into that kind of style, of course)!
You can read more about how to substitute yarn, including my best tips to choose yarn alternatives, right here: Understanding Yarn Substitution – An Easy Reference For Crocheters
If you would like to substitute yarn for this Crochet Bucket Hat, here are some yarns I recommend for this project:
Substitute these for Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton:
Materials
Size
This crochet glasses case pattern is written in just one size, which should fit most pairs of glasses.
- 6.5” flat (stitches; 13” around)
- 3.5” (rows; tall)
Gauge
- 16 Sc Sts = 4”
- 19 Sc rows = 4”
Stitch Key
The Spiked Crochet Glasses Case is worked with the following basic crochet stitches.
You can see these stitches in action as you watch these video tutorials (just click on the underlined text):
- Ch(s) = chain(s)
- Sc = single crochet
- Sl St = slip stitch
- St(s) = stitch(es)
Specialty Stitches and Techniques
- BLO (Back Loop Only)
- FLO (Front Loop Only)
- Spike DEC (spike stitch decrease): Insert hook into St 2 rounds below, yarn over, pull up a loop to height of current round, insert hook into next St 2 rounds below, yarn over, pull up a loop to height of current round, yarn over, pull through all loops on hook. Counts as 1 St.
Pattern Notes
- Video: How To change color in rows (change color as desired).
- Pattern worked in continuous rounds; do not join at the end of each round. Use a stitch marker to track progress.
- Omit Spike DEC for a solid Sc project; repeat round 2 until 15 rounds are complete.
Step-by-Step Spiked Crochet Glasses Case Instructions
With Color A, Ch 27
- Round 1 (Right Side): Sc into 2nd Ch from hook (mark top of first Sc with St marker), Sc into BLO of each Ch across, rotate, Sc in FLO of each Ch – 52 Sc
- Rounds 2 – 4: Sc into marked
- St (move St marker), Sc into each St around – 52 Sc
- Round 5: With Color B, Sc into marked St (move St marker), Sc into each St around – 52 Sc
- Round 6: Assure St marker is moved to 1st St of Round, [Sc into next 3 Sts, Spike DEC] 13 times – 52 Sts; 39 Sc + 13 Spike Dec
- Round 7: With Color C, Sc into marked St (move St marker), Sc into each St around – 52 Sc
- Round 8: Sc into marked St (move St marker), [Spike DEC, Sc into next 3 Sts] 12 times, Spike DEC, Sc into last 2 Sts – 52 Sts; 39 Sc + 13 Spike Dec
- Round 9: With Color D, Sc into marked St (move St marker), Sc into each St around – 52 Sc
- Round 10: Assure St marker is moved to 1st St of Round, [Sc into next 3 Sts, Spike DEC] 13 times – 52 Sts; 39 Sc + 13 Spike Dec
- Rounds 11-15: With color A, Sc into marked St (move St marker), Sc into each St around – 52 Sc
- Round 16: Sc into marked St, Sc until middle of case length is reached, Ch 15 (buttonhole made), Sc around remainder of round – 67 Sts; 52 Sc + Ch-15 space
- Round 17: Sl St into each St around, fasten off – 67 Sl Sts
Finishing
Using buttonhole as a guide, attach button where it will best fit.
Sew in yarn ends, trim excess.
Video Chat
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