Free Pattern: Big Bow Cell Phone Case

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

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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