It’s nearly time for the kiddos to head back to school, and it’s also time for those who crochet to think about making something special for this time of year with the back to school crochet patterns below.
Crochet projects can be a great way to add fun and personalized flair to back-to-school supplies and clothing.
This page has wonderful crochet ideas for kids of all ages heading to school.
School Accessories
There are so many great crocheted accessories for kids to have on hand to show their personal style. Ideas below include accessories such as:
- Pencil cases: find several different pencil cases to organize pencils, pens, and erasers
- Crayon box covers: check out the cute wrap-around crayon box cover below
- Bookmarks: so many bookmark ideas! Crocheted pencils, a monster corner bookmark, and a bookmark for your child's teacher
- Keychains: see the many keychains with special coin purses
- Water bottle holders: find the perfect hands-free bottle holder from several different patterns
- Earbud holder: the unicorn earbud holder is a brilliant idea!
Classroom Items
There are super ideas below to use in the classroom or at home in a study area:
- Desk organizer baskets: scroll down to see the various sized baskets to keep organized
- Laptop sleeves: see many patterns for laptop, iPad, and tablet covers to protect electronics
- Crochet flower paper clips: this pattern adds a pretty touch to simple paper clips
- Pencil jar cozy: learn how to decorate a mason jar to transform it into a pencil jar
- Leaf sprout cable ties: this leaf sprout pattern can be used to make cable ties, bookmarks or earbud accessories
Fun and Miscellaneous
- Backpacks and totes: browse through the many bag, backpack, and tote patterns. The adorable backpack inspired by Legos is one not to miss.
- Chapstick holder: keep the ever-important chapstick close by
- Knee patch: catch a glimpse of the shark knee patch perfect for the kid who is tough on clothes
With school on the horizon, it’s time to get out the crochet hooks and yarn and make some creative back-to-school projects for the student in your life. Happy crocheting!
For the sewers out there, check out our back-to-school sewing page.
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A classic backpack crocheted in the round, with a round bottom, flap with buckle closure, and shoulder straps. Free crochet backpack pattern
Susanna Winter Blog
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Crochet pattern.
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This video will show you a project ideal for Lego fans! Make a Lego inspired crochet backpack. The free pattern for this backpack can be found on the Moogly website.
Needlepointers.com
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Crochet up some fun baskets with this pattern in your child's favorite colors. It's a great way to get them to keep school supplies organized.
Desert Blossom Crafts
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Yarn, pony beads and a crochet hook are all that is needed to make this bookmark.
tn crochet lady
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This tote composed of a sturdy single crochet bottom with two wide handles for comfort is very versatile. It can be used as a book bag, grocery tote, shopping tote and many more ways.
Christa Co Design
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This cute bow book cover crochet is easy to make with single crochet stitches and this free pattern.
Stitch Berry
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This is a fun twist on the traditional crochet pencil holders. It has a clear window so you can see the pencils.
Blackstone Design
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Follow this free crochet pattern to make a Crayon Pouch for storing your crayons.
Blackstone Design
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This is a sweet little crochet project perfect for students or teacher appreciation day.
Petals to Picots
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You can make this pretty crocheted dragonfly pencil pouch with a free pattern by Darn Good Yarn. To learn more about this project and get the pattern visit our Dragonfly pencil pouch page.
Needlepointers Staff
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Mini-backpack are the perfect size bag to hold small items for school like pencil case, chapstick, earbuds, cell phone and many more items.
A Crocheted Simplicity
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Learn how to crochet a pretty flower pencil topper.
Crochet N More
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Learn how to make a crochet granny square zippered pouch with this tutorial.
Sum of Their Stories
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Happy Little Monsters Bookmarks are a super quick little project that boys and girls will love. It requires minimal amounts of both yarn and time.
A Crocheted Simplicity
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Use this free pattern to crochet a cover for your iPad in the colors of your kid's favorite sports team or school colors.
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This journal pen holder is a simple DIY crochet project. Kids can keep a pen right where they need it for writing in their journal.
Blackstone Designs
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Use up scraps of yarn with this quick and easy crochet keychain/coin pouch kids can use for school.
Blackstone Design
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With some scrap yarn, crochet up this simple lacy bookmark.
Scrap Yarn Crochet
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Learn how to crochet this quick and easy leaf spout pattern that can be used for a bookmark, cable tie or headphone accessory.
Once Upon A Cheerio
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This project is a messenger bag crafted from plastic grocery bags.
My Recycled Bags
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Here is a great way to patch the hole in your kid's favorite jeans for back-to-school.
Golden Lucy Crafts
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Kids eagerly anticipate going to school when they can showcase their new clothes and accessories, such as this cool crochet backpack.
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If you are looking for a great beginner pattern, try this crochet pencil bookmark that only requires a small amount of yarn. The pattern uses the chain, single crochet and slip stitch.
Easy Breezy Crochet
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If you love to crochet, this fun and easy free pattern for a simple pencil case will make a great back-to-school project.
Desert Blossom Crafts
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This Pencil Mason Jar Cozy would look so cute on your child's desk filled with pencils, pens and other school supplies.
Sincerely Pam
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Crocheted pencil lip balm holders and keychains are simple, scrap-busting projects that are handy for kids to use when in school.
Jen Hayes Creations
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Keep technology cozy with these bright, zig-zag covers using the free pattern you will find here.
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Back to school comes with the need to store little items and coins so this little pouch is cute and practical.
Raffamusa Designs
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A cute free backpack pattern.
by Susan Gater on Ravelry
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This mini backpack can hold those smaller school supplies items such as a pencil case, notepad, chapstick, tissues and many more items.
A Crocheted Simplicity
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Superhero pencil toppers are fun and easy to make and kids will love them.
Fiber Flux
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Here is a free pattern for a lovely backpack tweens and teens would love to use for school.
Blue Star Crochet
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Show your kids’ teachers a little appreciation by making this fun apple and pencil bookmark as a gift.
Craft Bits
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This small project is perfect for holding many things such as earbuds, chapstick, coins and many more items.
A Crocheted Simplicity
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Crochet a granny square water bottle carrier for anyone who likes to take a water bottle out with them.
All free Crafts
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Crochet this colorful easy bottle cozy.
Crochet Crochet 'N More
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A free crochet pattern for a water bottle holder.
Crochet N' Crafts
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This free crochet backpack pattern had flower motifs and uses fingering-weight yarn.
ABC Knitting Patterns
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