Easy Car Visor Sunglasses Pouch: Free Crochet Pattern
A messy center console often means scratched lenses or glasses sliding onto the floorboards, but this hanging pouch keeps your eyewear within reach at all times. This project creates a snug, structured sleeve using cotton yarn that feels firm to the touch yet remains flexible enough to grip your sunglasses securely. It suits beginners who want to practice seamless circular construction while finishing a practical item for their vehicle. You will learn how to maintain consistent tension in the round to prevent gaps in your stitches, ensuring your frames stay safe behind the protective barrier of the tight crochet fabric.
Why You’ll Love This Pattern
The Classic Crochet Storage Basket is a functional home accessory that transforms unruly yarn scraps or small household items into an organized display. Because it uses a heavy-duty yarn weight, the construction moves quickly, allowing you to finish the project in a single afternoon. The thick base provides structural stability, ensuring the basket holds its shape even when filled to the brim. You can easily adjust the height by adding or removing rounds, making this a highly adaptable pattern for different storage needs.
I finished this basket in two hours and it is sturdy enough to hold my entire collection of crochet hooks without tipping over.
— Sarah, home organizer
Pattern Overview & Skill Level
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Approximate Time: 2–3 hours
- Construction: Worked in continuous rounds from a flat circular base upward to the sides
- Finished Dimensions: 8 inches diameter by 6 inches height
Materials & Supplies Needed
- Yarn: Super Bulky weight (#6), cotton or polyester cord, approximately 150 yards. Cotton provides the best structure for storage items.
- Hook Size: 9.0 mm (M/N-13)
- Notions: Stitch marker to track round starts, tapestry needle for weaving ends, and scissors.
- Yarn Substitutions: You may use two strands of Worsted weight (#4) yarn held together as a substitute for Super Bulky. This will result in a slightly softer texture but maintains the same finished size.
Stitch Guide & Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR = Magic Ring
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (work 2 sc into the same stitch)
- sl st = slip stitch
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- BLO = back loop only (insert hook under only the back loop of the stitch, leaving the front loop visible)
Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions
Basket Base
- Rnd 1: Work 6 sc into a MR. (6 sts)
- Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
- Rnd 3: [Inc, 1 sc] 6 times. (18 sts)
- Rnd 4: [Inc, 2 sc] 6 times. (24 sts)
- Rnd 5: [Inc, 3 sc] 6 times. (30 sts)
- Rnd 6: [Inc, 4 sc] 6 times. (36 sts)
- Rnd 7: [Inc, 5 sc] 6 times. (42 sts)
Basket Sides
- Rnd 8: Sc in BLO of each st around. (42 sts)
- Rnds 9–18: Sc in both loops of each st around. (42 sts)
- Rnd 19: Sl st in each st around for a clean top edge. Fasten off.
Assembly & Finishing
Use your tapestry needle to weave in the starting tail inside the MR to secure it. For the finishing tail, bring the yarn to the inside of the basket and weave it vertically through the stitches of the last two rounds. Trim any excess yarn close to the fabric to ensure a neat interior.
Care & Washing Instructions
- Hand wash in cold water using a mild detergent to prevent the structure from softening.
- Lay flat on a towel in a ventilated area to air dry completely, as trapped moisture inside the thick stitches can lead to odors.
- Reshape the basket by hand while it is slightly damp to ensure the base remains perfectly flat and the sides stand straight.
Pro Tips & Common Mistakes to Avoid
Maintain consistent tension throughout the project to ensure the basket walls stand upright without sagging. If your stitches are too loose, the basket will collapse; if they are too tight, the fabric will be stiff and difficult to work. Always place a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round to avoid losing your place, especially when working in continuous spirals. Weaving in your ends by traveling through the underside of the stitches will hide the tail effectively. If you want a larger basket, simply add more increase rounds to the base, ensuring you maintain the 6-stitch increase per round, then work an equal number of side rounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this basket larger by adding more rounds?
Yes, you can increase the diameter by continuing the base increase pattern (e.g., [inc, 6 sc], [inc, 7 sc]) until you reach your desired size. Keep in mind that larger baskets require more yarn and may need a heavier yarn weight to maintain stability.
Is this project suitable for a complete beginner?
This is an ideal first project. It requires only the single crochet stitch and teaches basic techniques like working in the round, increasing, and back loop only construction.
Can I sell the baskets I make from this pattern?
You are welcome to sell finished items made from this pattern, provided you credit the design. Please do not redistribute or sell the written pattern itself.
Why is my basket leaning to one side?
Leaning usually occurs when the tension is uneven or if the stitches are not counted accurately during the base increases. Verify your stitch count at the end of every round to ensure the circle remains perfectly flat.
Your finished eyewear holder will keep your glasses secure throughout every commute or road trip. Consider using a variegated cotton yarn if you want to add a splash of color to your car interior, or stick to a solid neutral tone for a streamlined look. Sharing a photo of your work on Instagram helps other makers find inspiration for their own handmade projects. Check out the rest of the blog for more accessible designs and patterns you can finish in an afternoon of relaxed crafting.
