Easy Free Crochet Can Cozy Pattern
Keep your beverages cool and your hands comfortable with this quick and easy crochet can cozy! This beginner-friendly project works up fast and makes a great gift or market item. Plus, I’ll share my special trick for keeping stitches straight when working in the round.
Materials Needed:
• 80g Worsted weight cotton yarn in your choice of color
• Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
Abbreviations (US Terms):
• ch – chain
• sl st – slip stitch
• sc – single crochet
• hdc – half double crochet
• st(s) – stitch(es)
Pattern Instructions
Base:
Start with a magic circle.
Round 1: Ch 2 (counts as first hdc), work 9 hdc into the magic circle. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch-2. (10 hdc)
Round 2: Ch 2, hdc in the same st, 2 hdc in each st around. Join with a sl st. (20 hdc)
Round 3: Ch 2, hdc in the next st, 2 hdc in the next st; repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st. (30 hdc)
Body:
Round 4: Ch 1, sc in the back loop of each st around. Join with a sl st. (30 sc)
Rounds 5-18: Ch 2, hdc in each st around. Do not join with a sl st at the end of each round. (30 hdc)
DO NOT FASTEN OFF! We will work on the handle portion now.
Keeping Stitches Straight (No More Slanted Seams!)
• Your first stitch of each round will be placed in what is technically the last stitch of the previous round.
• Skip the sl st.
• Your second stitch will go into what is technically the first stitch of the previous round.
• Continue working in this manner to keep your rounds aligned and prevent the seam from drifting sideways.
• Turn your work after your ch 1
Handle (Thermal Stitch for Extra Durability):
Ch 1 and turn your work
Row 1: sc in the front loops of the next 7 sts. Ch 1 and turn your work (7 sc)
Row 2: sc in the back loops of the 7 sts. Ch 1 and turn your work (7)
Rows 3-36 (Thermal Stitch):
• Insert your hook through the back loop of the current row and the unworked loop of the previous row.
• Yarn over, pull through both loops, yarn over, pull through two loops to complete a sc.
• Repeat across all stitches. Turn. (7 sc)
(This method creates a thick, double-layered handle.)
Ch 1 and leave a tail long enough to sew with.
Attach to Cozy:
• Lay the handle flat and align it with bottom of the can where the ridge is from round 4 of the base.
• Take your darning needle and stitch your handle to the ridge of round 4 of the base. You can use stitch markers to hold it in place and make sure it is straight.
• Fasten off and weave in ends.
Finishing:
• Fasten off and weave in all ends using a yarn needle.
• Slide the cozy onto your favorite can and enjoy!
Tips & Tricks for a Perfect Can Cozy
• Use Cotton Yarn – Cotton is the best choice for can cozies because it’s durable, absorbent, and holds its shape well.
• Adjust for Different Sizes – Add or remove rounds to fit different can or bottle sizes.
• Customize It! – Try using stripes, color changes, or a decorative edging to make it unique.
For a step-by-step visual guide, watch the full tutorial on YouTube:
Happy crocheting!
