Alright, let’s whip up a super simple cup holder! This pattern is designed to be quick, easy, and won’t break the bank on yarn.
Materials:
- Worsted weight yarn (any kind you have on hand will do!)
- Crochet hook size H/8 (5.0 mm)
- Scissors
- Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
Gauge: Not crucial for this project, but approximately 4 hdc = 1 inch.
Pattern:
Round 1: Ch 2, work 6 sc in the second ch from the hook. Sl st to join. (6 stitches)
Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around. Sl st to join. (12 stitches)
Round 3: Ch 1, *sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Sl st to join. (18 stitches)
Round 4: Ch 1, *sc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Sl st to join. (24 stitches)
Round 5: Ch 1, *sc in the next 3 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Sl st to join. (30 stitches)
Round 6: Ch 1, *sc in the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * around. Sl st to join. (36 stitches)
Round 7: Ch 1, hdc in each stitch around. Sl st to join. (36 stitches)
Round 8-10 (or desired height): Ch 1, hdc in each stitch around. Sl st to join. (36 stitches)
Final Round: Ch 1, sc in each stitch around. Sl st to join. Fasten off and weave in your ends.
That’s it! You’ve got yourself a quick and easy cup holder.
Video tutorial
Tips and Variations:
- Make it bigger or smaller: Adjust the number of increases in the early rounds to change the base size. Add or subtract rounds at the end to change the height.
- Use different stitches: Feel free to use all single crochet or all double crochet for a different texture. Just keep in mind it might affect the yarn needed and the overall look.
- Get creative with color: Use scrap yarn in different colors for stripes or a fun, mismatched look.
- Add a border: For a more finished look, you can add a round of crab stitch (reverse single crochet) or picots to the top edge.
