Eco-Friendly Plarn Ear Saver Free Pattern

Eco-Friendly Plarn Ear Saver Free Pattern

Introduction

Welcome to our crafting community! Today, we are excited to share a unique and sustainable project: the Eco-Friendly Plarn Ear Saver. This crochet pattern is not only stylish but also functional, designed to alleviate ear strain caused by wearing masks for extended periods. By using plarn, which is made from recycled plastic bags, you can contribute to a greener planet while creating a practical accessory. Let’s get started on this eco-conscious crafting journey!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Plarn (plastic yarn made from recycled plastic bags)
• Crochet Hook: 5.0 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 10 single crochet (sc) x 10 rows = 4 inches
• Buttons: Two small, round buttons for securing mask straps
• Scissors: For cutting plarn and trimming ends
• Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Start with a Magic Ring:
   • Wrap the plarn around your fingers to form a loop, leaving a tail of about 6 inches.
   • Insert your hook into the loop, yarn over, and pull up a loop.
   • Chain 1 (Ch 1) to secure the magic ring.
2. Round 1:
   • Work 6 single crochets (sc) into the magic ring.
   • Join the round with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc. (You should have 6 stitches.)
3. Round 2:
   • Ch 1, then work 2 sc in each stitch around.
   • Join with sl st to the first sc. (You should have 12 stitches.)
4. Round 3:
   • Ch 1, *sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch*; repeat from * to * around.
   • Join with sl st to the first sc. (You should have 18 stitches.)
5. Rounds 4-8:
   • Ch 1, sc in each stitch around.
   • Join with sl st to the first sc. (You will maintain 18 stitches for these rounds.)
6. Round 9:
   • Ch 1, *sc in the next stitch, sc2tog (single crochet two together)*; repeat from * to * around.
   • Join with sl st to the first sc. (You should have 12 stitches.)
7. Round 10:
   • Ch 1, work sc2tog around.
   • Join with sl st to the first sc. (You should have 6 stitches.)
8. Finish Up:
   • Fasten off your work by cutting the plarn, leaving a tail of about 6 inches.
   • Weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle.
9. Attach Buttons:
   • Securely sew a button to each end of the ear saver to hold the mask straps in place.

Congratulations! You have successfully crocheted your very own Eco-Friendly Plarn Ear Saver. This practical accessory not only helps reduce ear strain but also showcases your commitment to sustainable crafting. Enjoy wearing your new creation!