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Free Pattern: Big Bow Cell Phone Case

4/16/2015

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I just got a new phone.  Ehem, I mean I just got my FIRST smartphone.  In my household we use tracfone for cell coverage, since paying astronomical monthly bills really didn't make sense for our phone usage.  However, my previous phone was starting to have coverage issues.  When visiting MN it completely locked up and I wasn't able to use it at all.

Okay, a $10 phone probably wasn't the best choice in the long run.  It suited me well for almost two years, so I guess this upgrade wasn't so bad.  The reasons I chose a smartphone instead of a similar one to the previous are: 1. I didn't want to have a coverage problem again.  2. A smartphone would allow me to use gps, internet, and lots of other goodies!  3. It's also an MP3 player (my other one accidentally went through the wash :( ...a long time ago).  4. The phone I chose had great reviews AND it was cheaper because of a promotion package.

One concert I have is protecting the screen if I were to put it in my purse on my way out.  I didn't want to pay for a plastic case that I know I wouldn't like.  So, of course I crocheted a cute one up for myself!  It is super adorable and I hope you like it, too!  Here's the pattern, which is easy adjustable to your own phone size.

Bow Cell Phone Case

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Materials
                                                    Stitches
Gray worsted weight yarn                       Chain (ch)
Mint 2orsted weight yarn                       Single Crochet (sc)
H Crochet Hook   
Scissors                                                       Gauge
Tapestry Needle                                         5 sts. : 1 inch
                                                                      5 rows : 1 inch



Case Bottom

Chain 13
1. Sc into second ch from hook, sc next 9, sc 3 into last ch, sc 10 into the opposite side of the foundation ch, 2 sc into last space.
2.-16. Sc around
Fasten off leaving long thread -- will be used to attach to case top.

Case Top

Chain 13
1. Sc into second ch from hook, sc next 9, sc 3 into last ch, sc 10 into the opposite side of the foundation ch, 2 sc into last space.
2.-8. Sc around

Fasten off

Bow
Chain 21
1. Turn, and sc into the second ch from hook.  Sc across.
2.-14. Ch 1, turn, sc across.
Fasten off any loose ends.
Now cinch the middle of the bow and wrap a long piece of yarn around it several times.  Secure loose strand in the back with a knot.

Assembly
Whip stitch Case Bottom and Case Top together.  Start from the side, stitch together around the back, and fasten of on the other side.  This should leave you with a flap to slip your phone into and ability to fold the top over your phone.

Next, attach the middle of the bow centered on the back of the case.  Then secure four corners of the bow to the four corners of the case.

Voila!  You're done and have a new and CUTE cell phone case.

*I'm sure my phone is a little smaller (4.5" x 2.5") than many of your iphones or other androids, but the pattern can be easily adjusted.  Add or subtract stitches and rows as needed.

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17 Comments
0800 business lines link
8/6/2016 09:56:48 am

All the contents you mentioned in post is too good and can be very useful. I will keep it in mind, thanks for sharing the information keep updating, looking forward for more posts.Thanks

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Anna Belle
3/18/2017 07:00:15 pm

Is there a video tutorial available?

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Anna
2/11/2018 06:47:14 pm

I wonder if this could be done in a round thus avoiding whip stitches. Thanks for posting this

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Annissa
2/12/2018 05:16:37 am

Hi Anna,

You could certainly amend the pattern to be worked as one piece if you wanted. I liked the look of the cast on round for the top and bottom of the case, so that is why I made it that way.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Weezleton
10/9/2019 06:10:04 am

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Anonymous
2/12/2018 01:26:16 am

Thanks a lot for the pattern, but its not quite clear how to stitch the case top and case bottom together

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Annissa
2/12/2018 05:22:50 am

Hi Anonymous,

Under 'Assembly' I have described how you stitch the two pieces together. First you need to match up the top and bottom of the case, you will be binding these together with a whip stitch. Then,you are beginning your whip stitch on one of the thin edges of the case, working around one of the wide sides, and ending on the opposite thin edge of the case.

I hope that clarified a little bit more. Use the pictures as a guide to understand where to stitch the top and bottom case together if you need.

-Annissa

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Anonymous
2/12/2018 05:59:12 am

Thanks Annissa

Sabrina
3/3/2018 08:20:40 pm

I am just learning how to crochet and I'm confused on each step so I was wondering if you could video you making it or take a picture of you doing each step.

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Erin Taylor
3/4/2018 07:19:11 am

when it says -16 does it mean decrease 16?

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Annissa
3/5/2018 06:14:19 am

Hi Erin,

What you're referring to is the 2.-16. If I'm correct? That just means rows 2 through row 16 you would do the action that is noted. In this case, you Single Crochet rows 2 through 16.

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Mina
3/5/2018 10:04:37 pm

What do you mean by sc next 9, sc 3 into last chain, and sc 10 into the opposite side of the foundation and sc 2 into last space?

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Kayla
12/1/2018 08:36:44 pm

She means single crochet in the next 9 chain spaces. 3 single crochet into the very last chain on the foundation chain. Then instead of turning your work like you normally do continue to crochet into the foundation chain, but on the other side of it. So just step crocheting around and around.

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Anonymous
6/3/2018 03:31:13 am

Can I sell the finished product?

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Marie-Elena Baker
1/13/2019 02:29:16 pm

Really nice idea! Love how it slips in the back !

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MckinneyVia link
3/15/2022 01:04:25 am

I very much appreciate it. Thank you for this excellent article. Keep posting!

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Loti
4/12/2022 09:55:38 am

I made one - doesn’t look as nice as yours - but it’s OK 😆 Loved this pattern - great instructions! Thank you!

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