Looking for the best free back to school crochet patterns on the web? This pattern collection has over 25 of the best ideas out there!
Blink and you’ll miss it! Summer always goes by in such a blur that back to school time sneaks up on me. You too? Well, that’s not going to happen this year! I’m ahead of the game and you will be too just as soon as you see all these adorable back to school crochet patterns.
What does your back to school to-do list look like? I bet you have shopping for school supplies on there and maybe buying new outfits for the kiddos. Well, I’ve got one more thing for you and you’re going to want to put it at the top of your list – making back to school crochet patterns!
You’re going to love all the cute and free crochet patterns that we have in store for you today. There are so many different ways that you can use crochet to help make back to school time less stressful. Back to school crochet patterns can help get kiddos excited about going back to school, they can help children express their individual styles, and they can actually be really practical too.
So whether you’re here for crochet pencil bag patterns or crochet backpack patterns or crochet bookmark patterns or one of the many many other things on this list, you are in for a real treat! One more thing I’ll mention is that a lot of these back to school crochet patterns also double as the perfect crochet thank you gifts for teachers. It’s a win-win! Scroll down and see all the free crochet pattern goodness for yourself.
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25+ Free Back to School Crochet Patterns
1. Kawaii Pencil
When the kids get their school supplies lists, you know pencils are going to be on it! You can make these iconic kawaii pencils using just single crochet stitches. They are the perfect size to make into keychains, and they are quick enough to make multiples for school friends and teachers too.
Designer: Jen Hayes Creations
Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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2. Apple Coasters
Did you remember an apple for the teacher? These cute apple coasters will never bruise or soften, plus they will keep water rings off your surfaces. I love how a little hanging loop is incorporated into the leaf design. You could even partially sew two apple coasters together to make a little pouch. Fill with goodies and it’s ready to gift!
Designer: Pattern Paradise
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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3. School Spirit Notebook Cover
Give an old notebook new life with a cute crochet cover. It will help protect your notebook from wear and tear, while also giving you the perfect opportunity to show off your style. Customize with buttons, ribbons and charms! The easy back to school crochet pattern calls for single, half double and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Crochet Uncut
Yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream Solids & Denim (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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4. School Memories Pencilcase
You can guarantee that no other child will have the same pencil case as your child when you make them one yourself. It will be harder to lose that way too! This design features swirly triangle sides, decorative scalloped edging and a cute tassel zipper pull. The pattern uses the moss stitch.
Designer: Zarkashaat
Yarn: Soft Feather International Nature Cotton Solids (Sport Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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5. School Backpack
If you are going to make a list of back to school crochet patterns, then you have to include a few backpacks of course! This granny square backpack is fabulously retro and super fun in bright colors. I really like how the blue color used for the joining of the squares and for the straps helps to tie the color scheme together.
Designer: Yarnplaza
Yarn: Lana Grossa Linea Pura Organico (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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6. Schoolyard Striped Hat
It can be hard to get your kiddo to wear their hat sometimes – and even harder when you’re not around to enforce it like when they are at school. Include them in the color selection for this quick and easy hat and make them something they’ll actually want to wear! The design calls for half double and double crochet stitches, and it is worked flat in rows.
Designer: Whistle and Ivy
Yarn: Red Heart Soft (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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7. Play it School iPad Case
Everyone’s favorite bright yellow form of transportation makes a cute and cozy iPad cover for extra protection and, of course, extra adorableness! If you are looking for back to school crochet patterns that are easy, then you will love that you can make this design using just single crochet stitches.
Designer: Kenneth Cormier
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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8. Dino Backpack
Boys and girls alike will love this drawstring style backpack complete with dinosaur spikes. I love back to school crochet patterns that make kids excited about going back to school, and I definitely think this is one of those patterns! You can make one of these adorable backpacks using only single crochet stitches.
Designer: A Crafty Concept
Yarn: Hobby Lobby I Love this Yarn (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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9. Frog Bookmark
Reading is more fun with a silly bookmark to mark your place. This smiley frog is so easy and fast to crochet. If you have made any crochet amigurumi before, then this pattern will be a breeze for you to make. Plus, you don’t need very much yarn, so you can totally get away with using scraps.
Designer: Heart Hook Home
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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10. School Themed Bookmarks
Of course, 3 back to school crochet patterns for bookmarks are better than one! Which one do you think your child would like best – the ruler, the pencil, or the bookworm? Any one of them will get your child excited about reading! You can make these cute and clever crochet bookmarks using just half double and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Loveable Loops
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
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11. Pencil Scarf
A lot of these back to school crochet patterns also work really well as thank-you gifts for teachers. Kids and teachers alike will love to wear this fun pencil scarf. The surprisingly easy pattern uses only double crochet and double crochet 2 together stitches. Plus, there are only 4 color changes, so you’ll have this scarf done in no time!
Designer: Nicole Chase Blog
Yarn: Knit Picks Brava (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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12. Pencil Case
While we’re on the topic of pencils, you know your kiddo will need a cute case to hold them all in. This is a fun and easy design that only uses single crochet stitches. You can choose the colors based on your child’s favorites or their school colors. A cardboard paper towel tube is added for structure.
Designer: Petals to Picots
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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13. Pencil Flowers
Writing is more fun with a pretty flower on the end of your pencil. This is also a clever idea to help make sure no one steals your kiddos pencils by accident. These little flowers are so quick and easy to make using just single and double crochet stitches. You’ll have a whole bouquet done before you know it!
Designer: Annemarie’s Haakblog
Yarn: Garnstudio DROPS Paris (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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14. Amigurumi Book
There are so many creative possibilities when it comes to back to school crochet patterns. These tiny and adorable amigurumi books are the perfect size for keychains. You could give them out as prizes when your child reaches a reading goal! The design is made using single crochet stitches.
Designer: One Dog Woof
Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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15. Happy Monster Bookmark
Here’s a different kind of crochet bookmark pattern that’s equal parts easy and adorable. You can make it using just single crochet stitches! The endearing monster design is sure to be loved by girls and boys alike. This is another quick pattern that would be perfect for a back to school prize bucket.
Designer: A Crocheted Simplicity
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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16. Water Bottle Holder
Help your kiddo keep hydrated throughout the school day with a pretty and practical water bottle holder. You can crochet a long strap so they can drape the strap over their shoulder like you would carry a purse, or a short strap so they can attach it to their backpack. The strap is crocheted in a durable stitch called the thermal stitch, which is a slight variation of sc. You can make this fun back to school crochet pattern using single and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Love.Life.Yarn
Yarn: Yarn Bee Sugarwheel Cotton (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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17. Monster Pencil Case
These toothsome monster pencil cases are here to gobble up your pencils and keep them safe in their tummies. There is a lot of room for creativity with this design, so you can make each monster pencil case unique. Have fun playing with different colors and features! The design calls for single, half double and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Crochet Dreamz
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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18. Sturdy Numbered Die
Did you know that back to school crochet patterns can make learning more fun? A big and soft numbered die is perfect for playing math games. This is a super easy and quick make. You’ll be making 6 squares with single crochet stitches and then you’ll be using surface slip stitching to add the numbers on top. Finish up with a bit of sewing and voila!
Designer: Nicki’s Homemade Crafts
Yarn: Lion Brand DIY Yarn (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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19. Letter Cards
How cute are these crochet letter cards? If you are looking for back to school crochet patterns with a ton of versatility, then it’s your lucky day! You can use these letter cards as flashcards to drill your kids on letter names, letter sounds, and colors too. Or string them up and hang them for a super cute alphabet bunting.
Designer: All About Ami
Yarn: Lion Brand Yarn’s Bonbons (Fine Weight #2)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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20. Notebook Cover
For back to school crochet patterns that are easy as pie, look no further than this adorable notebook cover. A notebook cover that looks like notebook paper? Sign me up! The design calls for only single crochet stitches and surface slip stitches. Also, there’s no color changes, so you don’t have to worry about carrying your yarn up the side.
Designer: Sewrella
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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21. Crafty Pencil Pillow
A handmade pillow makes for a cute and cozy addition to a reading corner. This over the top pencil design is larger than life and bursting with texture thanks to bobble stitches. This back to school crochet pattern also includes a free printable for a funny pencil-themed greeting card. What a great gift combination!
Designer: A Crafty Concept
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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22. Notebook Paper Blanket
A fun back to school themed blanket is perfect for kindergarten nap time or for snuggling in the reading corner. The basic pattern is actually really easy to customize, though, so you could totally make this into a rug, a wall hanging, or a smaller lap-sized blanket instead. This design calls for half double and double crochet stitches along with surface slip stitches.
Designer: A Crafty Concept
Yarn: Lion Brand Pound of Love (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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23. Apple a Day Basket
Back to school crochet patterns can also help you get organized! Because you know that you’ll be drowning in new school supplies, along with all the graded papers and artwork your kiddo will be bringing home with them. You can make this cute apple basket with just single and half double crochet stitches. It’s perfect for fall!
Designer: E’claire Makery
Yarn: Premier Yarns Everyday Worsted (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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24. Apple Cozy
An adorable apple cozy (also sometimes called apple jacket) is a cute and clever way to keep apples from getting bruised up in the bottom of a lunch bag or backpack. This is another one of our back to school crochet patterns that’s also perfect for a crochet teacher gift. You can make it using only single crochet stitches.
Designer: Repeat Crafter Me
Yarn: Red Heart with Love (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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25. Little Lunch Bag
Can’t find the perfect lunchbox for your kid? When you do it yourself, you can make something really special and uniquely suited to your child. I also love that you can throw this lunchbag in the wash (just make sure to use a sturdy, washable yarn!). You can make this pattern really easily and quickly using only single crochet stitches.
Designer: Sewrella
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Bonus! Fox Pencil Case
Send your little one off to school with this sweet fox pencil case! Constructed in single crochet, it’s an easy pattern that’s sure to please!
Designer: Love.Life.Yarn
Yarn: Worsted weight #4
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Do you feel a little more prepared for back to school time now? I’m so glad! Which back to school crochet patterns did you like the most? Have you tried any other back to school crochet patterns that you’d like to share? Let’s hear it in the comments below!
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Happy Crocheting!
Amanda
they are all so cute thank you