School is almost back in session and we are getting organized with the perfect back to school accessory! It is a quick and easy to make pencil pouch that can also be used as a crochet hook holder. I designed this pattern for the Design, Create, Repeat One Skein Wonder Blog Hop so make sure to check out over 30 other fabulous patterns featured in this series. Scroll down to check out the FREE crochet pattern for my Simple Pencil Pouch/Hook Case. I hope you enjoy it! Happy Crocheting!

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Simple Pencil Pouch/Hook Case

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Materials:

• Approximately 75 yds of Category 1 Super Fine Yarn; I used Scheepjes Cotton 8* in the 720 Fuchsia colorway
• Size F 3.75 mm Crochet Hook*
• Yarn Needle* for weaving ends
• Scissors*
• 1 – 1″ Button

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Skill Level:

Easy

Abbreviations:

ch(s) – chain(s)
dc – double crochet
sc – single crochet
sl st(s) – slip stitch(es)
st(s) – stitch(es)
() – indicates stitch counts
* – indicates instructions to be repeated

Gauge:

15.2 stitches & 13.2 rows = 4″ (in pattern stitch)

Finished Size:

Approximately 4″ wide and 15″ long, before seamed

Notes:

• This pattern is written in US terms.
• Sizing will vary depending on how tightly or loosely you crochet. Gauge is not necessary for this pattern but if you would like to keep the sizing the same, please check your gauge before starting this project.
• This project is worked flat and then seamed up the sides to create a pouch.

Multiple:

Ch an even number of stitches

Instructions:

Ch 16
Row 1: 1 sc into the 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc into each remaining st across, turn. (15 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, 1 sc into the first st, 1 dc into the next st, *1 sc into the next st, 1 dc into the next st; Repeat from * across, turn. (15 sts)
Row 3-49: Repeat Row 2
Row 50: Repeat Row 2, fasten off.

Finish:

• Join yarn into the 6th st with a sl st, ch 16, sk the next 3 sts, join into the next st with a sl st. Fasten off. (This is the closure for your pouch.)
• Bring both ends of the pouch together so that beginning row meets the end row.
• Using the yarn needle and some extra yarn, whip stitch the sides closed, leaving the top of the pouch open.
• Position the button so that it is taught under the chain closure. Sew into place using yarn and needle.
• Weave all ends.