5 Granny Square Crochet Pencil Case and Pouch Patterns for Colorful Storage
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Granny squares turn a useful pencil case into a small color project. You can repeat a tidy palette, use a different center for every square or let a plain border pull the whole piece together. These five crochet pencil case and pouch patterns cover several approaches, from a fully lined rectangular case to a compact pouch for erasers and stitch markers. Compare the finished size as well as the look: a small notions pouch is not automatically long enough for a full-sized pencil.
Compare the patterns
| Pattern | Access | Why choose it |
|---|---|---|
| Granny Square Pencil Case | Paid PDF | A fully lined pencil case |
| Granny Square Zip Pouch | Paid PDF | Erasers and small notions |
| Pencil Case by Annemarie Benthem | Free PDF | Bright floral-looking squares |
| Solid Granny Square Hook and Pencil Case | Paid PDF with video link | A denser square design |
| Granny Square Zipper Pouch | Free web pattern; paid PDF | A larger multipurpose pouch |
For a roomy lined pencil case, start with Hilde Ropstad. Annemarie Benthem offers a free downloadable option, while Selina Veronique uses solid squares. Bluebird and Daisy’s smaller pouch suits short supplies, and Crafted by Cat gives you a larger storage project.
Paid PDF
1. Granny Square Pencil Case
This case has the small-scale patchwork look that makes granny squares so appealing. The repeated light joins give the different colors a clear structure, and the rectangular shape is practical for a group of pens. Choose it if you want the lining and zipper to be part of the planned project, with guidance for those finishing stages.
Pattern details: The finished case is approximately 24 × 13 cm. The pattern uses 8/4 cotton, a 2.5 mm hook and a zipper around 20–22 cm long. It explains measuring, cutting and sewing the lining.
Before you start: Check the finished length against your longest pen or hook. Set aside the lining fabric and zipper before making all the squares so the finishing stage is ready.
Paid PDF
2. Granny Square Zip Pouch
This smaller project belongs beside a pencil case rather than replacing one. Two granny squares make a compact pouch for erasers, stitch markers, short tools or other supplies that disappear at the bottom of a bag. It is a manageable way to try adding a lining and zipper before committing to a larger organizer.
Pattern details: The listing gives a square size of about 14 cm, DK yarn and a 4 mm hook. It includes the lining and zipper stages, with machine sewing shown and hand sewing offered as an alternative.
Before you start: The specified zipper opening is only about 10 cm. Check that the items you intend to store will pass through it comfortably.
Free PDF
3. Pencil Case by Annemarie Benthem
A white background makes the colorful centers stand out in this cheerful pencil case. The result feels light and graphic, especially if you repeat just a few strong shades. It is a useful choice when you want a free pattern and would also like to learn a joining method you can carry into other granny-square projects.
Pattern details: The English PDF uses US crochet terminology. The designer specifies Catania cotton and a 2.5 mm hook, and includes instructions for sewing the squares together. LoveCrafts lists it as an intermediate project.
Before you start: Keep the joining yarn separate from your color leftovers. Running out of the background shade can interrupt an otherwise easy-to-coordinate set of squares.
Paid PDF with video link
4. Solid Granny Square Hook and Pencil Case
Solid granny squares give this case a different character from the open cluster style. The color blocks are easier to read at a glance, making a restrained two-color palette especially effective. The designer presents it as both a hook case and a pencil case, so it can move between a craft basket and a desk.
Pattern details: The 11-page pattern includes photographs and a video link. It calls for DK cotton, a 4 mm hook and a 25 cm zipper. Instructions use US terms with British equivalents in brackets.
Before you start: Make the first solid square carefully and compare its edges. Consistent squares are easier to assemble neatly around a straight zipper.
Free web pattern; paid PDF
5. Granny Square Zipper Pouch
This is the spacious option for people who carry more than a few pens. A neutral surround gives the bright granny centers room to stand out, while the broad zippered top suits everyday access. The designer suggests several uses, including crochet hooks and toiletries; it can also organize a larger collection of stationery.
Pattern details: The finished pouch is approximately 10 inches wide and 7 inches high. The pattern specifies 150 g of Aran cotton, a 5 mm hook and a 10-inch PU leather zipper. Lining help is available through a video tutorial.
Before you start: Buy the zipper style specified by the designer before starting. Its attachment method differs from sewing an ordinary fabric zipper into a lining.
Make the size and finishing work for your supplies
Lay out the items you want to carry before choosing a pattern. A pencil case needs enough usable length for the longest item, but the zipper opening matters too. A deep pouch can hold plenty while still being awkward to access if its opening is narrow. Use the smaller Bluebird and Daisy design for short supplies rather than assuming it will hold standard pencils.
For a neat set of squares, use yarns of similar thickness and measure the first few motifs. If one shade makes a noticeably larger square, change that yarn before assembly. Arrange the colors on a table and take a quick reference photo so the layout stays consistent while you join.
A lining is especially useful with open granny stitches. Follow the selected designer’s assembly order, leave room around the zipper teeth and test the closure before completing the final seam. Avoid forcing the crochet to fit a lining that is too small; the outer fabric should sit comfortably around it.
Frequently asked questions
Are all five designs full-sized pencil cases?
No. Bluebird and Daisy’s pattern is a compact notions pouch. Crafted by Cat’s design is a larger multipurpose pouch. The other entries are presented specifically as pencil or hook cases.
Do I need a sewing machine?
Check the individual pattern. Hilde Ropstad and Bluebird and Daisy discuss hand sewing as an option, while other designs use their own zipper attachment methods.
Can I use scrap yarn?
Yes, if the scraps are suitable for the selected pattern and produce consistent squares. Keep enough of the background and joining color to finish the full project.
More crochet ideas
See our pencil roll and hook organizer patterns and fruit pencil case and pouch patterns for more storage ideas.
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