Halloween Crochet Phone Case with Pumpkin Design

Materials Needed:

• Black yarn (for the base of the case)
• Orange yarn (for the pumpkin)
• Green yarn (for the witch hat)
• White yarn (for the bats)
• Crochet hook (size suited for your yarn, typically 3.5 mm or 4 mm)
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers (optional)
• Small beads or embroidery thread for bat eyes (optional)

Step 1: Creating the Base Case

1. Foundation Chain: Start with a chain that is slightly wider than your phone (around 25-30 chains depending on the size of your phone). Join with a slip stitch to form a ring, making sure the chain isn’t twisted.
2. Round 1: Chain 1, single crochet (SC) into each chain around. Slip stitch to the first SC to join.
3. Round 2 – Height of Case: Chain 1, then SC in each stitch around. Slip stitch to the first SC to join. Repeat this round until the case reaches the desired height, covering the back and sides of your phone.
4. Finish Off: Once the case is tall enough, fasten off and weave in the ends.

Step 2: Making the Pumpkin

1. Start the Pumpkin Shape: With orange yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: Chain 1, work 6 SC into the ring. Pull the ring tight and join with a slip stitch to the first SC.
3. Round 2: Chain 1, work 2 SC in each stitch around (12 SC). Slip stitch to join.
4. Round 3: Chain 1, SC in the next stitch, 2 SC in the next stitch, repeat from * around (18 SC). Slip stitch to join.
5. Round 4: Chain 1, SC in the next 2 stitches, 2 SC in the next stitch, repeat from * around (24 SC). Slip stitch to join.
6. Round 5: Continue increasing in this pattern until the pumpkin reaches your desired size (approximately the width of the phone case).
7. Finish Off: Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Shape the pumpkin by weaving orange yarn through the surface, creating the natural ridges. Pull slightly to create the ridged effect.

Step 3: Making the Witch Hat

1. Foundation: With green yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: Chain 1, work 6 SC into the ring. Pull tight and slip stitch to the first SC.
3. Round 2: Chain 1, work 2 SC in each stitch around (12 SC). Slip stitch to join.
4. Round 3 – 6: Chain 1, SC in each stitch around, slip stitch to join. This forms the main body of the hat.
5. Brim: Work in the back loops only for the first round of the brim. Chain 1, SC in the next stitch, 2 SC in the next stitch, repeat from * around.
6. Next Round: Chain 1, work 2 SC in each stitch around to form a slightly wider brim.
7. Finish Off: Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach the hat to the pumpkin by sewing with the tail.

Step 4: Adding the Face

1. Eyes and Mouth: Use black yarn or embroidery thread to create the pumpkin’s face. You can sew small triangles for eyes and a jagged shape for the mouth directly onto the pumpkin.
2. Embellishments: Add a small flower or buckle detail to the hat with orange or black yarn.

Step 5: Making the Bats

1. Foundation: With white yarn, chain 6, then turn.
2. Wings: In the second chain from the hook, work a slip stitch, then work 2 single crochets in the next chain, and continue this pattern to form a small wing shape. Repeat for the other side by working back down the chain to form the bat shape.
3. Body: Chain 1 at the end of each side to create a little bat body between the wings.
4. Eyes (Optional): Sew small beads or black embroidery thread for the eyes on each bat.

Step 6: Assembling the Case

1. Attach the Pumpkin: Position the pumpkin on the center of the phone case and sew it in place with the long tail left from finishing the pumpkin.
2. Add the Bats: Sew each bat around the pumpkin as shown in the image. Position them to add a playful, spooky effect.
3. Final Touches: Weave in any remaining ends and ensure all pieces are securely attached.

Your Halloween-themed crochet phone case is now ready! Slide your phone in and enjoy the spooky vibes!