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Watermelon Slice Sunglass Pouch – Free Crochet Pattern

June 18, 2019

This is a free crochet pattern for how-to make my new Watermelon Slice Sunglass Pouch!

Welcome to the June Pinterest Challenge Blog Hop, hosted by My Pinterventures. The purpose of this Pinterest Challenge is to motivate all the participants of this hop (and you too) to not just pin, but to make it happen! This month, I am sharing a fun, easy and quick little crochet pattern perfect for the Summer staple seen everywhere – sunglasses! And what better than a sweet slice of Watermelon?! Watch the seeds 😉

My inspiration comes from a felt watermelon sunglass case I found HERE, though the link does not go to the tutorial – the original owner redirected it to a new site that does not do DIY, so it’s purely inspiration.

You can find more Summer ideas in my Seasonal: Summer Time board.

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Materials:

  • Small Amount of Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn – I used Lily Sugar n Cream in White, Red, Black and Dark Pine [Green] colorways
  • H8/5mm Crochet Hook
  • #18 Tapestry Needle
  • Optional, Jewelry Pliers

Material Notes:

Yarn Alternatives: WeCrochet Dishie, Red Heart Smoothie

Because this bag will most likely see a lot of use, and going in and out of a bag, I recommend cotton yarn.

Jewelry pliers are an excellent tool to use to help weave in ends, as cotton yarn can be quite tough on the fingers when weaving in with just fingers and a tapestry needle.

Time Spent:

Just a little over 30 minutes

Measurements:

3 3/8″ Wide (after folding) by 7 1/8″ Tall – will fit a standard pair of sunglasses

Gauge:

16 HDC by 10 Rows = 4” x 4” OR In Pattern, Round 3 = 3 1/8″ in diameter

Abbreviations (US Terms):

  • HDC – Half Double Crochet (Photo Tutorial)
  • DC – Double Crochet (Photo Tutorial)
  • SC – Single Crochet (Photo Tutorial)
  • How to Crochet a Bobble: All in the same stitch (Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through 2 loops) 4x, yarn over, pull through all 5 loops

Pattern Notes:

If your circle begins cupping (not laying flat), begin with 12 DC into the ring instead of 10 HDC, and continue in pattern with the next stitch counts being 24, 36, 48, 60, 72, and omitted Row 7 (unless height isn’t met). As of right now, I haven’t tested this, but I would like to – my piece cupped a little more than I’d like, but after I sewed close, it’s not noticeable at all.

Beginning stitch count does not count as a stitch, and joining is to first stitch, not beginning chain.

I work my in the round increases differently than most to help keep my seam straight, and it will be written as such.

Pattern:

In Red, chain 5. Slip stitch join to form a ring. Chain 1. Work 10 HDC into the ring. Join. (10 HDC)

R2: Chain 2. DC into the 1st HDC, (2 DC into each of the next 9 HDC), DC into the next/first stitch. Join. (20 DC)

R3: Chain 1, turn. SC into the 1st DC, In Black: Bobble into the next DC, (In Red: 2 SC into the next DC, In Black: Bobble into the next DC) 4x & fasten off black, (2 HDC into the next DC, HDC into the next DC) 5x, SC into the next/first stitch. Join. (30 stitches)

R4: Chain 2, turn. DC into the first 3 stitch, (2 DC into the next stitch, DC into each of the next 2 stitches) 9x, DC into the next/first stitch. Join, and switch to White/fasten off Red. (40 DC)

R5: In White, chain 2. DC into the first 3 DC, (2 DC into the next DC, DC into each of the next 3 DC) 9x, DC into the next/first stitch. Join, and switch to Dark Green/fasten off Red. (50 DC)

R6: In Dark Green, chain 2. DC into the first 4 DC, (2 DC into the next DC, DC into each of the next 4 DC) 9x, DC into the next/first stitch. Join. (60 DC)

R7: Chain 1. HDC into the first 5 DC, (2 HDC into the next DC, HDC into each of the next 5 DC) 9x, HDC into the next/first stitch. Join. (70 DC)

Your sunglass pouch should now measure 7 1/8″ in diameter. Check it, if not, work Round 7 in DC instead of HDC. If it’s a greater distance away, add another round of increase.

Fasten off – may choose to weave ends in at this time as they are easier to get to.

Finish:

Turn to WS facing, and fold in half with the seeds equal on one side. Keep in mind that your sunglasses will slide in with the top of the sunglasses against the inside, and the bottom of the sunglasses following the curve of the watermelon, so stitch up the way you want them to face.

Skip the 1st 11 stitches (equals 3″ wide) and attach yarn to the 12th stitch through both layers. Chain 1, and slip stitch through both layers all the way down.

Fasten off, and weave in any remaining ends.

I did not add a flap to mine, but you could easily attach yarn at the top, and work a little flap, and attach with a snap button, or make a loop, and attach to a regular button – up to you!

Please feel free to make and sell your own Watermelon Slice Sunglass Pouch using this pattern, but please DO NOT claim this pattern as your own nor should you sell my pattern, and DO NOT re-publish my photos as your own. DO NOT copy and paste my pattern anywhere, link to it instead.

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Filed Under: Fashion, Free Crochet Patterns, Summer Tagged With: 5/H8, Bag, Black, Bobble Stitch, Cotton, Double Crochet, Free Crochet Pattern, Green, Half Double Crochet, Lily Sugar n Cream, Pinterest, Pinterest Challenge, Red, Single Crochet, Stashbuster, Summer, Summer Accessory, Summer DIY, Sunglass Pouch, Teen/Woman Accessories, Under an Hour, Watermelon, White, Worsted Weight Yarn

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Comments

  1. julie says

    June 18, 2019 at 5:46 am

    I love cute fruit based accessories and this is a brilliant one! I love how you’ve taken a fabric idea and switched it up to make a crochet version. Pinning.

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 23, 2019 at 5:14 pm

      Thanks, Julie! Now my mind is full of other similar ideas. Not enough hours in a day

      Reply
  2. Terrie says

    June 18, 2019 at 8:39 am

    My mother-in-law will love this pattern. She is always needing ideas to do. Thanks for sharing,. Love hopping with you!

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 23, 2019 at 5:14 pm

      Happy to share. Hope she likes it!

      Reply
  3. Kristie Cook says

    June 18, 2019 at 5:03 pm

    Love it! I need to make one for my sunglasses right now! Pinning!

    Reply
  4. Cherryl Ehlenburg says

    June 18, 2019 at 6:40 pm

    What a cute idea! I have never learned to crochet, but I love seeing what others create!

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 23, 2019 at 5:15 pm

      I know what you mean! I LOVE looking at quilts, but I don’t really sew.

      Reply
  5. Mother of 3 says

    June 18, 2019 at 7:09 pm

    That is so cute! Perfect for summer too.

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 23, 2019 at 5:16 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  6. Jenny says

    June 18, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    Watermelon is my favorite summer fruit and this is adorable for your sunglasses.

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 23, 2019 at 5:17 pm

      I have been craving Watermelon ever since I shared this! Hehe.

      Reply
  7. Roseann Hampton says

    June 18, 2019 at 8:44 pm

    I need this – I’m always scratching up my sunglasses! And welcome as the newest co-host to the Snickerdoodle link party!

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 23, 2019 at 5:18 pm

      Thanks so much! Can’t wait to get started 🙂

      Reply
  8. Kelli says

    June 18, 2019 at 9:12 pm

    Watermelons are so in right now. This is so much fun and a great gift idea.

    Reply
  9. Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom says

    June 20, 2019 at 6:13 pm

    You crochet the cutest things!!! How perfect is this watermelon for the summer.

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 23, 2019 at 5:58 pm

      Thanks so much, Carrie!

      Reply
  10. T'onna | Sew Crafty Crochet says

    June 21, 2019 at 8:31 pm

    Such a cute and fun sunglasses case! I need to make this for my daughter! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 23, 2019 at 5:59 pm

      I can see you making her a matching Watermelon hat or scarf too. Would be cute!

      Reply
  11. Helena says

    June 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

    Beautiful!
    Kisses! Helena

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 23, 2019 at 5:58 pm

      Thanks, Helena!

      Reply
  12. creativejewishmom/sara says

    June 24, 2019 at 5:36 am

    love it, adorable and quick to make, a great summer gift! thanks for sharing on craft schooling Sunday!

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 24, 2019 at 8:38 pm

      Can you imagine gifting with a matching little handbag?! Oohh you’ve given me an idea!

      Reply
  13. Erlene says

    June 25, 2019 at 7:09 pm

    At first I thought this was a coin purse until I saw the sunglasses. I love this so much! It’s such a fun sun glass case for summer. Pinned.

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 26, 2019 at 6:24 pm

      A coin purse is such a cute idea! Adding this idea to my list. Thanks, Erlene!

      Reply
  14. Habiba says

    June 27, 2019 at 9:26 am

    Stumbling over your watermelon again (already saw it on Facebook) and immediately I am craving a fresh cool real watermelon, lol. Luckily there is still some in the fridge. I love your tutorial and am pinning it to my crocheting board.

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 30, 2019 at 8:53 am

      Hahaha! Put a smile on my face. Thanks so much for stopping by, Habiba 🙂 Enjoy your watermelon!

      Reply
  15. Teresa says

    June 27, 2019 at 12:49 pm

    I love it, it’s perfect for summer! Thank you for sharing at The Really Crafty Link Party. Pinned!

    Reply
  16. Crissy says

    June 28, 2019 at 11:29 am

    I love this! Pinning to my sewing/crochet/knitting board on Pinterest. You’re welcome to follow! Thanks for sharing this at Tuesday Turn About!

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 30, 2019 at 8:58 am

      I will check it out, thanks!

      Reply
  17. Ginny says

    June 29, 2019 at 8:57 am

    What a great idea for a case for glasses. Love the watermelon theme.

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      June 30, 2019 at 8:59 am

      I thought it was a fun Summer idea! Now I want to make more watermelon things!

      Reply
  18. Pili says

    July 2, 2019 at 10:36 am

    This is just too cute, I wish I knew how to crochet!

    Reply
    • Alexandra says

      July 4, 2019 at 8:48 pm

      Never too late to learn! I learned from Emi of Hectanooga on YouTube – she really makes it easy to understand.

      Reply

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