Daisy Delight Kindle Sleeve - Free Pattern
Since getting back into reading and fell in love with my Kindle again it's probably no surprise that I've also started eyeing up all of the pretty accessories that you can purchase now for them. I'm talking cases, stickers, pop socket, stands, automatic page turners and of course cosy covers.
What nicer thing can you do for your Kindle than give it a beautiful cosy case to keep it well protected when you're out and about. Make it cute and crochet and you really are ticking all of my boxes!
This free pattern is for the sweet Daisy Delight Kindle Sleeve. New Updates added!
Is it only for Kindles?
Absolutely not! The beauty of this pattern is that you can easily adjust the sizing so you can make it for any brand e-reader, your iPad or tablet or even an extra large one as a laptop sleeve. I'll provide hints and tips for how to alter the sizing throughout the pattern.
My Kindle is quite an old model now and not quite as large as some of the newer ones so it is most likely that you would need a different stitch count to me anyway.
That being said, the ease of altering the size of the cover also makes this pattern very adaptable in terms of what yarn you choose to use, For mine shown here I have used an aran/worsted/ 4 weight 100% acrylic yarn but you could chose to use a thinner or thicker weight yarn and perhaps try cotton for extra durability.
The Pattern
You will need:
Your choice of yarn, I used Yarnsmiths Create Aran in Light Sage, White and Antique Gold.
4.5mm hook for sleeve
4mm hook for Daisies
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Button
Optional: Glue Gun, scrap paper.
Good idea to have your Kindle/tablet/laptop to hand too.
If you are using a different weight yarn then I recommend using a hook that is 0.5-1mm smaller than that suggested. If your tension is generally quite tight anyway then you may wish to stick with the original size.
Stitch Abbreviations
(US Terms)
St/s - stitch/es
Ch - chain
Sl st - slip stitch
SC - single crochet
HDC - half double crochet
BLO - Back Loop Only
Kindle Sleeve
Using your main colour in my case Light Sage and a 4.5mm hook, ch as many sts as required to cover the width of you Kindle.
Note: If you want a snug fit then ch to just cover the width of yout device, if you'd like a looser fit then have a couple chs either side.
I chained 20 and I will refer to my st counts throughout but you can simply replace these with your own.
Rnd 1:
In the 2nd ch from the hook HDC, HDC in each ch along until one remains. Into the final ch work 3 HDC and turn your work so that you are now working along the bottom side of the ch.
HDC into each ch along, working 2 HDC into the last ch. Sl st to join, Ch1 and do not turn. (40 sts)
Note: Here's how to work out what your stitch count should be
(Starting ch - 1) x 2 + 2 = Stitch Count
My example - (20 - 1) x 2 = 38 + 2 = 40 sts
Update: I got a new kindle Paperwhite and have made a new sleeve for it which uses. astarting chain of 22 and an overall stitch count of 44 sts.
Rnd 2 (RS):
HDCBLO into each st around. Sl st to join. Ch 1 and turn. (40 sts)
Rnd 3 (WS):
HDC in each st around. Sl st to join. Ch 1 and turn (40 sts)
Rnd 4 onwards:
Repeat rnd 3 until you are almost at the top of your device. Ensure that you end after completing a right side facing row. (I worked a total of 20 rounds)
Fasten off main colour and attach contrast colour. For me this was White.
Update: For my Kindle Paperwhite I work. a total of 22 rounds.
All of the contrast colour rounds will be worked with the RS facing.
Rnd 1 (RS)
HDC in each st around. SL st to join. Ch1 and do not turn. (40 sts)
Rnd 2 (RS):
HDC in st around. SL st to join. Ch1 and do not turn. (40 sts)
Before the final round where we will create the button loop we need to work out where the centre is on the front of our work.
To do this take your total st count and divide by 4. For me this is 40 divded by 4 = 10
This is how many sts you will work before completing your button loop.
Rnd 3 (RS):
Sc into the first 10 sts, ch 11, sct into the next st to join loop. Continue to sc in each st around. Sl st to join.
Fasten off contrast colour and weave in all ends.
New! Alternative Button Band
If you would like to use the button band seen in the photo with the purple sleeve instead of the simple chain loop then follow these instructions for Rnd 3.
Take the total number of your stitches and divide by 2 e.g. 40 sts /2 = 20
This shows that we have 20 sts at the front and 20 sts at the back.
We will be working the button loop across 3 sts so we need to find the central 3 sts at the back of the sleeve.
e.g. Back = 20 sts
20 - 3 = 17
As this is an odd number I would divide 16 by 2 to give me 8 sts either side of the band and add in the extra stitch to the beginning of the round before the button loop. I find this gives me the most central placement but you could opt to add the extra st in after the band is complete.
Rnd 3:
SC into the first 9 sts (8 plus the extra 1). HDC into the next 3 sts, ch1 and turn.
We will now work across those 3 sts only.
HDC in each st, ch 1 and turn.
HDC, ch1 and skip a st, HDC in last st, ch 1 and turn. (button hole created)
HDC into first st, into the ch sp and into the last st.
HDC2TOG across the first 2 sts, HDC into last st.
Sl st down the side of the band until you reach the bottom and ca rejoin the final round of the sleeve. SC into the next st and into each st around.
Fasten off and weave in your ends.
The Daisy
For my Kindle sleeve I made 2 small and 2 large daisies. You may wish to make a different amount to give the finish you desire on your cover.
Small Daisy
Using Antique Gold and a 4mm hook
Centre:
Into a MR work 8 SC. Sl st to join. (8 sts)
Fasten off and attach White.
Petals:
Ch 4, HDC into 2nd ch from hook and next ch along. SC into final ch. Sl st into next st along the centre to join petal.
Repeat this around until you have created all 8 petals.
Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Large Daisy
Using Antique Gold and a 4mm hook
Centre:
Into a MR work 10 SC. Sl st to join. (10 sts)
Fasten off and attach White.
Petals:
Ch 4, HDC into 2nd ch from hook and next ch along. SC into final ch. Sl st into next st along the centre to join petal.
Repeat this around until you have created all 10 petals.
Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Attaching Daisies
I personally prefer to use a glue gun because it's quicker, easier and makes my inner crafter's heart smile but if you don't like them or don't have access to one then you can sew the daisies onto your sleeve.
A good tip here, especially if you are using a glue gun, is to arrange the daisies onto your sleeve how you would like them and then take a quick photo on your phone that you can refer to as you attach them one by one.
I would also recommend placing a piece of scrap paper into your Kindle sleeve whilst you glue them on just to prevent and glue transfer to the other side of the fabric which could result in it getting stuck.
Your final touch is to sew on your button and then your Daisy Kindle Sleeve is complete!
I really hope that you enjoyed making this free pattern. I'd love to see your work so please do tag me in your posts on social media @Brambles.and.Hart and use the hashtags #DaisyDelightKindleSleeve #BHFreePatternMakes #BramblesandHart
