Looking for a cute and practical crochet project? This Apple Pencil Case Crochet Pattern is a fun little project that combines colorful crochet with a playful apple-inspired design. It makes a handy pouch for pencils, pens, crochet hooks, or other small essentials.
The finished pencil case features apple slice details, little green leaves and brown stems, and a checkered side panel made with red and white yarn. A zipper is added to keep everything safely inside.
This project uses US crochet terminology and is worked with a 2.0 mm crochet hook and #2 sport yarn.
Materials You’ll Need
Before starting, gather the following supplies:
- 2.0 mm crochet hook
- #2 sport yarn in red, white, brown, green, and yellow
- Zipper
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle for assembly
These are the materials specified in the original pattern.
Crochet Abbreviations
The pattern uses US crochet terminology:
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- inc – single crochet increase
- dc – double crochet
- dc inc – double crochet increase
- hdc – half double crochet
- MR – magic ring
- R – round or row
- ( ) xN – repeat the instructions inside the brackets N times
- [ ] – number of stitches at the end of the round or row
Apple Slice
You will need to make 2 apple slices.
Using the yarn specified in the pattern, begin with a magic ring.
Round 1: Work 12 dc into the magic ring. [12]
Round 2: Work 12 dc increases. [24]
Round 3: Repeat (dc, dc inc) 12 times. [36]
Switch to red yarn.
Round 4: Repeat (sc, inc, sc) 12 times. [48]
The completed apple slice will form one of the decorative sides of the pencil case.
Crochet the Leaves
Make 2 leaves using green yarn.
Round 1: Chain 9 and turn. Starting from the second chain from the hook, work:
1 sc, 1 hdc, 3 dc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, and 3 sc in the last chain.
Continue along the opposite side of the foundation chain with:
1 hdc, 3 dc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, and 1 sc.
Slip stitch into the first stitch to join.
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Make the Stems
Make 2 stems using brown yarn.
Round 1: Chain 6 and turn. Starting from the second chain from the hook, work 5 sc.
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Attach each stem and leaf to an apple slice. Use brown yarn to embroider the apple seeds.
Leave a yarn tail for sewing the apple slice onto the main body of the pencil case.
Crochet the Checkered Side Panel
The main side panel creates the body of the pencil case. The pattern uses tapestry crochet, alternating red and white yarn to create the checkered effect.
Using red yarn:
Row 1: Chain 49. Starting from the fourth chain from the hook, work 3 dc, 4 dc, then (4 dc, 4 dc) repeated 5 times. [47]
Row 2: Chain 3, which counts as the first stitch. Turn. Work 3 dc, 4 dc, then (4 dc, 4 dc) repeated 5 times. [47]
Continue working the rows following the same stitch pattern through Row 22, alternating the red and white yarn to create the checkered design shown in the original pattern.
Fasten off the main body of the panel.
Add the Edging
Once the main panel is finished, add edging along both long edges.
Top Edge
Attach red yarn to the top edge of Row 22.
Work 48 sc evenly across.
Fasten off and leave a long yarn tail for sewing. [48]
Bottom Edge
Attach red yarn to the opposite side of the foundation chain, along the bottom edge of Row 1.
Work 48 sc evenly across.
Fasten off and leave a long yarn tail for sewing. [48]
Assemble the Pencil Case
Now it’s time to put all the pieces together.
First, attach the zipper to the two crocheted edges of the side panel. Once the zipper is secured, work sc evenly along each of the two remaining edges.
Finally, sew each remaining edge to one of the crocheted apple slices.
Take your time during assembly to make sure the edges line up neatly and the zipper opens and closes smoothly.
Finishing Touches
After sewing all the pieces together, check the pencil case for any loose yarn ends and weave them in securely. Make sure the apple leaves, stems, and embroidered seeds are firmly attached.
Your cute apple-inspired crochet pencil case is now ready to use.
It’s a fun project for keeping pencils, pens, crochet hooks, or other small supplies organized. The colorful apple design also makes it a charming handmade gift for a student, teacher, crafter, or anyone who loves handmade accessories.
Helpful Crochet Tips
- Keep your stitch tension consistent throughout the project.
- Count your stitches at the end of each round or row.
- Take extra care when switching between red and white yarn for the checkered panel.
- Leave sufficiently long yarn tails where the pattern calls for sewing.
- When attaching the zipper, pin or secure the crocheted edges in place before sewing.
- Make sure the apple slices are positioned evenly on both sides before completing the final assembly.
Final Thoughts
This Apple Pencil Case Crochet Pattern is a colorful project that combines practical storage with a playful handmade design. From the apple slices and tiny leaves to the red-and-white checkered panel, each detail adds character to the finished piece.
Once you’ve completed your pencil case, you’ll have a useful handmade pouch that can be enjoyed every day or given as a thoughtful crochet gift.
Happy crocheting!
Bag Gusset / Side Panel
Use tapestry crochet to alternate between <span style=”color:#ff3333;”>Red</span> and <span style=”color:#4169ff;”>White</span> yarn to create the checkered pattern as shown in the design.
Row 1
With <span style=”color:#ff3333;”>Red yarn</span>, ch 49. Starting from the 4th ch from hook, work:
<span style=”color:#ff3333;”>3dc, 4dc</span>, (<span style=”color:#ff3333;”>4dc</span>, <span style=”color:#4169ff;”>4dc</span>) × 5. [47]
Row 2
With <span style=”color:#ff3333;”>Red yarn</span>, ch 3 (counts as first st), turn:
<span style=”color:#ff3333;”>3dc</span>, <span style=”color:#4169ff;”>4dc</span>, (<span style=”color:#ff3333;”>4dc</span>, <span style=”color:#4169ff;”>4dc</span>) × 5. [47]
Rows 3–4, 7–8, 11–12, 15–16, 19–20
Ch 3 (counts as first st), turn:
<span style=”color:#4169ff;”>3dc</span>, <span style=”color:#ff3333;”>4dc</span>, (<span style=”color:#4169ff;”>4dc</span>, <span style=”color:#ff3333;”>4dc</span>) × 5. [47]
Rows 5–6, 9–10, 13–14, 17–18, 21–22
<span style=”color:#ff3333;”>Ch 3</span> (counts as first st), turn:
<span style=”color:#ff3333;”>3dc</span>, <span style=”color:#4169ff;”>4dc</span>, (<span style=”color:#ff3333;”>4dc</span>, <span style=”color:#4169ff;”>4dc</span>) × 5. [47]
Fasten off the main body of the panel.
Edging & Assembly
Top Edge Edging
Attach <span style=”color:#ff3333;”>Red yarn</span> to the top edge of Row 22. Work 48 sc evenly across. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. [48]
Bottom Edge Edging
Attach <span style=”color:#ff3333;”>Red yarn</span> to the opposite side of the foundation chain, along the bottom edge of Row 1. Work 48 sc evenly across. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. [48]
Assembly
Attach the zipper to the two crocheted edges. Work sc evenly along each of the remaining two edges. Sew each edge to an apple slice. ApplePencilCaseCrochet
Color key: <span style=”color:#ff3333;”>Red</span> = red yarn | <span style=”color:#4169ff;”>Blue text</span> = white yarn