How to Make a Journal Pen Pouch – Free Crochet Pattern
Functional crochet patterns are my thing and that’s why I made the Journal Pen Pouch. I needed a quick and easy crochet project, but one that would be useful too!
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So, let’s make a Journal Pen Pouch:
Materials
Journal / Sketch Pad / Notepad / Bible
Worsted Weight 100% Cotton Yarn (#4)
- Any Color [30yds]
G/6/4.00mm Hook
1/2-1″ wide spool of ribbon (or braided elastic)
Yarn Needle
Hot Glue Gun / Sticks
Scissors
Optional: Puffy Paint
Gauge
Not important for this project
Finished Measurements
6.5”L x 1.75” W (when complete)
Stitch Guide
arnd = around
ch(s) = chain(s)
sc = single crochet
sl st(s) = slip stitch(es)
Skill Level
Confident Beginner
Written in U.S. Terms
Notes
- Beginning ch-1 does not count as a stitch
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Instructions
R1. Ch 7, sc in back bump of 2nd ch and in each ch across, turn (6)
R2. Ch 1, sc across, turn (6)
R3-44. Repeat R2; Fasten at the end of R44.
Fold strip at Row 18 & sew down each side to attach. Do not sew across the top; keep it open.
Hide all strings.
Optional: Add decorations to the front with Puffy Paint. Buttons or crocheted appliqués could also be used!
Wrap ribbon around journal (or sketch pad) cover, top to bottom, so that the ribbon overlaps about 1/2″. Hot glue together.
Hot glue the pouch to the front center of the ribbon, covering where the ribbon overlaps.
And you’re done! You now have a cute little Journal Pen Pouch!
The best part is: it slides right off, so you can switch it to a new journal.
Of course, these are so quick and easy to make, you can have a new one for every journal (and the size is simple enough to adjust as well). They would make fantastic gifts too!
Looking for more free mini stash buster projects? You might enjoy the Yarn Ball Stress Reliever, Unicorn Ice Pop Holders, Keyring Pouch, and Rainbow Sherbet Tablet Cover.
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