Crochet Tiger Glasses Holder
The Crochet Tiger Glasses Holder is not only a practical accessory but also a fun and quirky way to keep track of your glasses! With its adorable tiger design, it adds a playful touch to your daily routine. Imagine never having to search for your glasses again, thanks to this charming little holder. Whether you're working, reading, or simply relaxing, this cute creation will be there, ready to keep your glasses safe and secure in style. So, jazz up your eyewear game with this delightful crochet tiger glasses holder and make your glasses stand out in the best way possible!
Materials:
- Size I, 5.5 mm crochet hook
- Medium weight (size 4) yarn in orange, white and black
- Tapestry needle
- Safety Eyes
Final measurement:
Measures 6.5″ wide x 4″ long x 1.5″ depth.
Abbreviations:
st(s)- stitch(es)
hk- hook
sc- single crochet
hdc- half double crochet
dc- double crochet
sl st- slip stitch
BLO- back loop only
Body (with orange yarn):
Chain 12
Round 1: Hdc in 2nd ch from hk and next 9 chains. 5 hdc in end ch, hdc next 10 chains down the other side of the foundation ch, 5 hdc in last ch, sl st to join (30).
Round 2: Ch 2 (doesn’t count as a st), hdc next 10 sts, 2 hdc in the next 5 sts, hdc 10, 2 hdc in last 5 sts, sl to join (40).
Round 3: Ch 2 (doesn’t count as a st), hdc next 10 sts, [2hdc in net st, hdc in next st] x 5 times, hdc 10, [2hdc in next st, hdc in next st] x 5 times, sl st to join (50).
Round 4: Ch 1 (doesn’t count as a st), sc in the BLO in each st around. (50).
***You will now work in the round, place stitch marker here if you need to***
Rounds 5-7: Sc in each st around, sl st to join (50).
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Ears (Make 2, with orange yarn):
Make a magic circle and ch 2, dc 7 in the circle and pull to close.
Fasten off leaving a long tail.
With tapestry needle sew ears onto the top of the holder on either side.
Weave in ends.
Mouth (with white yarn):
Make a magic circle and ch 2, hdc 12 in the circle and pull to close.
Fasten off leaving a long tail.
Cut a long piece of black yarn and with your tapestry needle, sew the nose on in a triangular shape just under the outer stitch.
Sew a line from the nose to just before the bottom outer stitch.
Fasten off and weave in ends on the back of the mouth.
Sew onto the bottom middle of the holder.
Fasten off, weave in end.
Eyes:
Attach safety eyes to the middle of your holder.
Tip: Lay glasses down first to pick the placement of the eyes.
Stripes (with black yarn):
Cut 2 long pieces of black yarn.
With 2 strands held together, weave in and out of the holder where the striped are placed as pictured.
Fasten off on the back of the holder and weave in ends.
Whiskers (with black yarn):
Cut 2 strands of black yarn approx. 6″.
Put your hook through the middle side of the mouth and pull the middle of the strand through, yarn over and pull through strands.
Trim to 1″ or desired length.
Repeat on other side.