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Patterns for my Tunisian Mobile Phone Cozies

Finally I managed to write down the two missing patterns for my Tunisian phone cozies. Yes, I know, it took some time…

But all are now ready – YAY!

These little bags were created when I was experimenting a bit with different techniques in Tunisian crochet. In case you just started with Tunisian crochet they are great to practice some new techniques and / or stitches. Or perhaps they will inspire you to make something beautiful yourself in Tunisian crochet.

My little pouches are made for an iPhone 14 Pro and measure about 9,5 x 17 cm. However, the size is easy to adjust for all 4 patterns.
I used Stylecraft Special DK in different colours and a 4,5 mm Tunisian hook. You will need about 20 – 25 g of yarn for one pouch, so the patterns are also great to use up some left overs.

If you need some help or refreshment with the basics of Tunisian crochet you can find all the information here.

The special stitches that are used are explained in the respective pattern. Informations about the different methods used to change colours and decreasing stitches can be found here.

Please note: the patterns are not tested yet. So, if you find any mistakes or have any question, please don‘t hesitate to contact me.

Phone Cozy # 1

The first one is the easiest one and was already featured in a previous post.

It is made only with Tunisian simple stitch and decorated by weaving in some colourful threads.

Easy to make but great effect as I think.


Phone Cozy #2

The pattern for the second one was also already published.

This pattern uses

  • Tunisian simple stitch and Tunisian front post double crochet
  • the colour is changed in every row, always at the end of the return pass

and it has a straight flap.

Phone Cozy #3

Number 3 is my personal favorite! I love the woven and rustic look and the slanted flap!

The pattern uses

  • Tunisian Simple stitch
  • decreasing a stitch on the left edge (for the flap)
  • colour change at the beginning of the return pass

The first one I made – shown in the photo above – is in the colours Grey and Parchment. The second one is made in a combination of Grey and Grape.

You can download the pattern here.

Phone Cozy #4

This one is a bit more complicated but I think the stitch pattern creates a very nice effect.

The pattern uses

  • extended Tunisian simple stitch and Tunisian slip stitch
  • decreasing a stitch on the right edge (for the flap)
  • colour change at the end of a return pass

The colours I used are Grey and Vintage Peach for the one on the left and Grey combined with Buttermelk for the other one.

You can download the free pattern here.

Except for pattern #2, I didn’t go into detail about how I made the eyelets to close the pouches. Closing the bags really is an optional thing and not necessarily needed.

The size and position of the eyelet naturally will depend on the size and position of the button. So, here just some pictures of what I did.

But there are of course other possible methods of closing them – maybe just straps or press studs?

Used techniques

For these patterns I used the following techniques

  • colour Change at the left edge
  • colour Change right edge
  • decreasing left edge
  • decreasing right edge

You will find detailed information on how to work them here.

That‘s all for today. Hope you got some inspiration!

Tunisian Phone Cozy II

I finally managed to write down the pattern for my second phone pouch made in Tunisian crochet.

It is a bit more advanced than the first one as two colours are used. Yet, I think it is still an easy one that can be made by a beginner. If you have already mastered the Tunisian Simple Stitch, it is a great way to get to know a new stitch and to practice a way of changing colours in Tunisian crochet.

The Pattern

The pattern is based on a common Tunisian stitch pattern called Brick or Grid stitch.

This stitch is usually worked in two colours to enhance the visual effect. But I have also seen it made in a single colour, which shows off the texture well. It is made in a combination of Tunisian Simple Stitch and Tunisian Front Post Double Crochet which is also used in Tunisian mosaic crochet.

Both, the Tunisian Front Post Double Crochet and the colour change are explained in the pattern.
For the basics in Tunisian crochet just have a look here.

Again my phone cover is made for an iPhone 14 Pro.
Worked with Stylecraft Special DK and a 4,5 mm Tunisian crochet hook my cover measures about 9,5 x 17 cm.

The pattern is a 4 row repeat and works in multiples of 4 stitches plus 1. So I think the size should be easy to adjust by adding or decreasing repeats and / or rows.

There is only a little sewing as it is made in one piece. Just the bottom and the sides are to be joined.

I have fitted my little pouch with a flap. But of course you can leave that off if you prefer. In that case just bind off the complete row 23 – or whenever you have reached the desired length.


Sewing on and closing with buttons is also optional.

I had only a little curl on my flap and after adding the small border and smoothing it a bit with my fingers it lay absolutely flat.

I just thought it would look nice with some buttons.

Yarn

And finally, some information about the yarn. As said before I used Stylecraft Special DK. My colours are Grey and Buttermilk. A combination that I wanted to try for a LONG time. I am absolutely pleased with the result and think they go together very well! Even though the colours are a little difficult to capture in photos – well …

I bet other colour combinations will look great too! They just should have a bit contrast. And of course any other yarn will work as well.

Unfortunately I didn’t pay attention on my yarn consumption. I only can tell that I needed a bit over 20 g. So it will be great to use up some leftovers.

If you like this little cozy you can download the pattern here.

Have fun 💕