Accessories Intermediate 2-3 Hours DK/Worsted (Cotton) yarn

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Crochet Suzette Stitch Phone Case for Summer

Crochet a textured Suzette stitch phone case with cotton yarn and a 4mm hook — a quick, beginner-friendly summer project with a professional finish.

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Before you sit down

Start with a slip knot and chain a foundation the width of your phone case base.

Single crochet across the back bumps of the chain, starting in the second chain from the hook.

Mark your very first stitch with a stitch marker so you can track your rounds later.

Add several single crochets into the last chain to round off that end smoothly.

Flip around and single crochet back along the opposite side of the foundation chain to close the base.

Work the Suzette stitch pattern — one single crochet plus one double crochet in a stitch, skip the next, repeat — all the way around each round.

Keep repeating the Suzette stitch rounds until the case is long enough to snugly cover your phone, then finish off.

What this one is

This pattern turns a handful of chains and a ball of cotton yarn into a snug, textured phone case that's as functional as it is pretty. The star of the show is the Suzette stitch — a gorgeous, bobbly combination of single and double crochets worked into the same stitch that creates a nubby, waffle-like texture unlike anything you'd get from plain single crochets. It's perfect for crocheters who want a fast, satisfying project that still shows off a little skill, and it makes a lovely handmade upgrade from a boring plastic case.

You'll start with a simple slip knot and chain foundation, then work single crochets around both sides of the chain to create a rounded base — a great refresher on working into the back of a foundation chain. From there, the pattern shifts into spiral crochet, and the real fun begins with the Suzette stitch pattern repeated round after round. Expect a moderate learning curve if you've never combined stitches into one spot before, but once you find the rhythm it becomes almost meditative. Plan for roughly 2-3 hours from slip knot to finished case.

The finished case is a snug, stretchy little pouch with a beautifully dimpled, textured surface that looks far more impressive than the effort it takes to make. Worked in 100% cotton, it has a crisp, breathable feel that's ideal for summer — no sweaty phone in your hand. It's a fantastic quick gift for a friend with a plain phone, a treat-yourself project for your own device, or a lovely addition to a handmade market table.

Common mistakes

  • Crocheting into the wrong loop when working the second side of the foundation chain, resulting in a twisted or uneven base.Take your time on this first round — turn your work carefully after the initial single crochet side and make sure you're working into the remaining loops along the opposite edge of the chain, not into stitches you already made.
  • Working the single crochet and double crochet of the Suzette stitch into two different stitches instead of the same one.Remember both stitches of the pair go into one single stitch before you skip the next — it helps to say 'same stitch, same stitch' in your head as you complete the pair.
  • Forgetting to skip the stitch after completing a Suzette stitch pair, which throws off your total stitch count for the round.After every sc+dc pair, deliberately skip exactly one stitch before starting the next pair — counting pairs and skips out loud as you go can help until it becomes automatic.
  • Adding too few or too many single crochets into the last chain when rounding the corner, leaving the base lumpy or pointed instead of smoothly curved.Work a small cluster of single crochets into that final chain — check as you go that the curve looks smooth and gentle rather than sharply angled, and adjust the stitch count if needed.
  • Using a hook or yarn combination that's too loose, resulting in a stretchy case that doesn't hug the phone snugly.Stick with a 4mm hook and a firm cotton yarn as specified, and check your gauge against your actual phone periodically as you work the rounds so you can adjust before finishing.

The rounds, in full

Written out, round by round

Intermediate2-3 Hours4 mmDK/Worsted (Cotton)

Materials

Everything this one takes, in the order you will reach for it.

  • 4 mm crochet hook

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Abbreviations

US crochet terms, as used in this pattern.

  1. chchain
  2. ststitch
  3. sl stslip stitch
  4. scsingle crochet
  5. hdchalf double crochet
  6. dcdouble crochet
  7. incincrease
  8. decdecrease
  9. mrmagic ring
  10. fofinish off

Main Pattern

  1. Round 1Building the Base Continue single crocheting into each chain along the opposite side.
  2. Round 2Start Back Loop Crochets Chain One: Start the round with a chain to secure the section.Back Loop Only: Work single crochets into the back loop of every stitch.Finish Round: Proceed with back loop single crochets for the entire round.
  3. Round 3and 4: Establish the Pattern Switch to spiral crochet for subsequent rounds. Pattern Details: Perform one single crochet and one double crochet into the same stitch.Skip the next stitch and repeat the previous pattern into the following stitch.Continue until the end of each round.

Important notes

Note 01

💡 Use a 4mm hook with 100% cotton yarn as specified — cotton's lack of stretch combined with this hook size keeps your Suzette stitches crisp and well-defined rather than loose and floppy.

Note 02

💡 Place your stitch marker on the very first stitch right after you start single crocheting, and move it up each round — this is your lifeline for staying oriented once you're in spiral crochet with no join to guide you.

Note 03

💡 When you add extra single crochets into the last chain to round the edge, spread them slightly rather than cramming them tight, so the curve looks organic instead of bunched.

Note 04

💡 Count in pairs while working the Suzette stitch pattern (sc+dc, skip, repeat) rather than counting individual stitches — it's much easier to catch mistakes early this way.

Note 05

💡 Try your phone in the case periodically as you work the rounds so you can judge when it's the right length to stop, since exact round counts can vary slightly with yarn and tension.

More photos

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FAQs

Asked on the glider

the ones that come up on the glider

What yarn weight works best for this phone case?

A DK or worsted weight 100% cotton yarn paired with a 4mm hook gives the firmest, most defined Suzette stitch texture. Cotton's lack of stretch helps the case hold its shape and snugly hug your phone.

Can I make this case for a larger phone like a Plus or Max model?

Yes — simply start with a longer foundation chain to widen the base, keeping in mind the Suzette stitch pattern works best with an odd or even count that matches its sc+dc, skip repeat. Test the base against your actual phone before moving into the main body rounds.

What is the Suzette stitch and is it hard to learn?

The Suzette stitch is a single crochet and double crochet worked into the same stitch, followed by skipping the next stitch, repeated around. It's not difficult, but it does take a round or two to get the rhythm down if you're used to plain single crochet.

How do I close the top of the case once I've reached the right length?

Once the case measures long enough to cover your phone, you can slip stitch the final round to close it neatly, then weave in your ends. Many crocheters also add a simple edging or a button closure for a more finished top opening.