Never sacrifice style for function again with this crochet bowl cozy tutorial that brings warmth, protection, and charm to your kitchen.
A warm bowl of soup on a chilly evening or a refreshing salad on a sunny day feels even more special when paired with a cozy, functional accessory to keep your hands safe. Whether it’s a steaming dish or a cold treat, the crochet bowl cozy is a practical solution designed to make mealtime more enjoyable. This charming creation, tailored to fit snugly over bowls of various sizes, is a beautiful blend of simplicity and functionality. With its warm texture and clever design, it not only adds a touch of elegance to your table but also protects your hands from heat or cold, making it the perfect companion for your favorite dishes.
Crochet Bowl Cozy Tutorial
This pattern focuses on a user-friendly approach, enabling anyone, from beginners to seasoned crocheters, to enjoy the process. The step-by-step instructions guide you through making two versatile sizes – small and large – ensuring a perfect fit for your bowl collection. The added double-layered cotton strands provide durability while maintaining softness, making your cozy long-lasting yet comfortable to use. Stackable and easy to store, these crocheted accessories enhance your kitchen experience with style and utility.
How To Crochet Bowl Cozy
- Materials Needed:
- 100% cotton yarn (two strands held together)
- 7 mm crochet hook
- Start with a Magic Circle:
- Hold the yarn towards you.
- Bring it up and over, holding on to it.
- Take your hook, go under the yarn closest to your fingers, and pull the other strand through.
- Twist up and create a slip knot.
- Pull on the tail to tighten the circle.
- Round 1:
- Chain 1 (you'll have a total of 2 chains on your hook).
- Make 9 half double crochets (hdc) inside the magic circle.
- Tighten the circle by pulling the tail.
- Slip stitch to the first stitch to close the round.
- Round 2:
- Chain 2.
- Make 2 half double crochets in each stitch around (18 stitches total).
- Slip stitch to the first stitch to close the round.
- Round 3:
- Chain 2.
- 1 hdc in the first stitch, 2 hdc in the next stitch (increase)—repeat around (27 stitches).
- Slip stitch to the first stitch to close the round.
- Round 4:
- Chain 2.
- 1 hdc in the next 8 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch (increase)—repeat around.
- Slip stitch to the first stitch to close the round.
- Round 5:
- Chain 2.
- 1 hdc in the next 9 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch (increase)—repeat around.
- Slip stitch to the first stitch to close the round.
- Round 6:
- Chain 2.
- 1 hdc in the next 10 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch (increase)—repeat around.
- Slip stitch to the first stitch to close the round.
- Rounds 7-9:
- Chain 2.
- 1 hdc in each stitch around.
- Slip stitch to the first stitch to close the round.
- Repeat for rows 8 and 9.
- Finishing:
- Slip stitch to the first stitch of the final round.
- Cut the tail and weave in the ends.
Size Large Pattern:
- Rounds 1-6: Follow the same steps as the small bowl pattern.
- Round 7:
- Chain 2.
- 1 hdc in the next 11 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch (increase)—repeat around.
- Slip stitch to the first stitch to close the round.
- Round 8:
- Chain 2.
- 1 hdc in the next 12 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch (increase)—repeat around.
- Slip stitch to the first stitch to close the round.
- Round 9:
- Chain 2.
- 1 hdc in the next 13 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch (increase)—repeat around.
- Slip stitch to the first stitch to close the round.
- Rounds 10-11:
- Chain 2.
- 1 hdc in each stitch around.
- Slip stitch to the first stitch to close the round.
- Repeat for the final round.
- Finishing:
- Slip stitch to the first stitch of the final round.
- Cut the tail and weave in the ends.
Sizing Information:
- Small bowl: Approximately 4.5 inches across and 2.5 inches tall.
- Large bowl: Approximately 5.5 inches across and 3 inches tall.
Notes:
- Each pattern uses approximately 153 yards per skein.
- The bowls can be stretched and molded to fit various sizes but work best if the actual bowl is similar in size to the small and large dimensions provided.
