Free Pencil Holder Crochet Pattern using the Spike Stitch

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This pencil holder is perfect for storing your crochet hooks, pencils or the like. It is crocheted using the spike stitch in Infinity Hearts 2XLace fabric yarn.

Measurements

The pencil holder measures 9cm in height, the opening is 9cm in diameter, and at its broadest place, it is approx. 13cm wide.

Materials

• Crochet hook size 6.00mm
• Tapestry needle for finishing
• Possibly stitch markers and row counters

Yarn consumption

• 145 grams of Infinity Hearts 2XLace Yarn 25 Mustard

Abbreviations

dc - Double crochet

sl st - Slip stitch

inc - Increase (2 stitches in the same stitch)

bl – Back loop

sp – Spike stitch

A spike stitch is a stitch that is crocheted through the stitches of one of the previous rows.

Instructions

Start by making 6 dc in a magic ring (6).

• inc x 6 (12)

• 1, inc x 6 (18)

• 2, inc x 6 (24)

• 3, inc x 5 + 4 dc (29)

You have now made the bottom of the pencil holder. Next, you begin making the edges. You continue by making a round of dc in the back loop (29).

Hereafter, you make a round of dc (29).

Then you make 7 rounds alternating between dc and sp (29).

When you have made the 7 rounds, you make a round of tight sl st (29).

Weave in all ends and your pencil holder is ready for use!

Designed by: thildethordahl (Thilde Thordahl)