It must sound crazy but have you ever fell in love with a design so much that you begin using it everywhere?
Well, I have never fallen for any crochet pattern more than the Herringbone stitch, especially, the Half Herringbone stitch. The day when I learned it, I wanted to make anything and everything, around me, using the Herringbone stitch. In that excitement, I made 2 cell phone pouches with loop and a side wristlet.
The pattern is best suitable for circular items like beanies, pouches, bags etc. When I started using the same stitch for open items like blanket or scarf, the flow of the texture didn’t come out that perfect as I was visualizing in my mind. I need to analyze and associate with different crochet stitch to give a finished look. Not a problem now as I’ll achieve that one day.
Process:
I learned the pattern from Moogly Blog – Herringbone Half Double Crochet. The written instruction explains the twist in Half double crochet stitch. The video is also there for more clarity if you aren’t able to catch the twist. Even after looking at the video I was able to get the twist.
As the pouch is created from to bottom to top, sew the 1st row by turning the cover inside out. Change back to right side and start with the edge. I added a crocheted loop on one side of the mobile cover to tie wristlet band. Also, stitched the button and loop on the cover, to close the opening.
Brim with side loop:-
R1: Change the yarn to white and continue R3 for 1 row. Total 35 SC.
R2: Chain 3, SC from 1st stitch from the previous row. Total 35 SC, 3 Chain.
R3: SC around including 3 SC in the chain. Total 38 SC.
Brim without side loop:-
R1: Change to white color, single crochet (SC) around. Total 35 SC.
Continue R1 for 4 rows and sew the end.
Crochet Wristlet: Chain 60-70 based on the wristlet length. Sew the ends in the inside of the pouch.
Caution Section:-
- The selection of the yarn is important. The thickness and elasticity of the yarn and the chosen crochet hook determines the design.
- Also, your technique impacts the smoothness or finished look. Everyone has different techniques ranging from tight stitching style to medium to loose stitching styles.
- In case, you are unable to get the required chosen coloured yarn of same thickness, you can change the crochet hook and your technique as you go around, to get the seamless look. For me, I chose crochet hook smaller than recommended one to give a tighter and closer stitch.
Product Specifications:
Defining Dimensions:-
- Height: 6.5″
- Width: 3″
- Wristlet Size = 9″-10″ with 60-70 chains.
- Button Loop Size = 2.5″-3″ is obtained by chaining 20.
The sizes can be altered based on the total count of the stitches for the rows.
Optional Alterations:-
- The side loop can be used to add any wristlet, strap made of suede leather, crochet, resin etc.
- The buttoned loop can be switched to magnet button, snap-on button, press button, zip or an open pouch.
- Depending on the tool, leave enough height for closure and mobile.
- You can add additional hook or charms or keychains in the side loop along with strap.
Remember: do not over accessorize it. This hides the beauty of the pattern itself. Believe in elegance simplicity!!
In case, you have stuck anywhere or have any queries, kindly contact me.
Half Herringbone Cell Phone Wristlet Pouch
Lily Sugar ‘N Cream – Overcast Without Closed Button Loop
Style Aisle:
- Hang inside/outside your purse as a go-to pouch for mobile and cards.
- Add keychain to the wristlet hole to add your keys along with phone and cards.
- Use long sling instead of wristlet to carry a compact pouch on the go OR simply treat as a cell phone case without any handles.
- Choose the yarn colour based on the palette in your wardrobe. Experiment and enjoy the beautiful colours.
- Go creative with the button choice.
Materials:
- Yarn: Lion Brand – 24/7 Cotton – Ecru, Lion Brand – 24/7 Cotton – Grass, Sweet N Cream – Overcast, Sweet N Cream – White
- Crochet Hook: 3.5 mm, 4mm
- Needles
- Scissors
- Sewing Needles
- Thread matching with the base colour.
- Buttons
- Measuring Tape
- Stitch Marker: My stitch markers are the mini safety pins we get from clothing tags.
- Note: Feel free to play around with different branded yarns. They should give the consistent flow of the pattern using a constant number crochet hook.
- Either go for the yarns with the same recommended crochet hook OR choose the yarn and change the crochet hooks along as you proceed with the pattern. This might be tricky for beginners.
Happy Crocheting!!!
APPENDIX
Care Instructions:
Quality Promise: If washed with care then the neat stitch guarantees perfection up to multiple washes. The wool quality might stretch upon multiple uses.
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