Brighten up your desk with this free crochet mason jar cozy pattern! Using a little leftover worsted-weight yarn, you can turn ordinary mason jars into colorful holders for pens, pencils, and other small desk supplies.
I was feeling the winter blahs and needed a little color around me to keep me smiling. So I pulled out some scrap yarn and crocheted a few cheerful cozies for the mason jars I use to organize my desk. And guess what … they did the trick!
These easy crochet jar covers are a fun way to use up yarn scraps, and you can customize them with stripes, different stitch patterns, or a simple crochet flower.
I’ve included instructions for my striped mason jar cozy, a small flower embellishment, and ideas for making a stitch sampler version.
Free Crochet Mason Jar Cozy Pattern
Pattern Details
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted-weight yarn in your choice of colors
- Hook: US H / 5 mm crochet hook
- Finished size: Adjustable to fit a pint-size mason jar
- Construction: Worked flat in rows, then sewn around the jar
- Stitches: Single crochet, reverse single crochet, and chain stitches
Materials
- Pint-size mason jar
- Worsted-weight yarn scraps in your choice of colors
- US H / 5 mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
Helpful Crochet Resources: See my Crochet Abbreviations, U.S. to U.K. Crochet Conversion Chart, and How to Crochet a Magic Ring tutorials for additional guidance.
Crochet Abbreviations
- ch = chain
- rep = repeat
- rev sc = reverse single crochet
- sc = single crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- st(s) = stitch(es)
This pattern is written in U.S. crochet terms.
Special Stitch: Reverse Single Crochet
Reverse single crochet (also called crab stitch) is worked from left to right for right-handed crocheters, instead of the usual right-to-left direction. It creates a decorative, twisted-looking edge.
Pattern Notes
- The pattern is written for a pint-size mason jar, but you can adjust the starting chain to fit your jar.
- Work the cozy flat, then sew the short ends together around the jar.
- Check the width of your first row against the circumference of your jar, allowing enough room to sew the ends together.
- Change yarn colors after each row or as desired to create stripes.
- Add or subtract rows to adjust the height of your cozy.
- The beginning ch-1 does not count as a stitch.
- Stitch counts are based on the 36-chain starting foundation and will vary if you adjust the width.
Striped Mason Jar Cozy Instructions
Foundation chain: Ch 36, or the number of chains needed to fit around your jar.
Row 1: Work 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn — 35 sts.
Row 2: Ch 1 (does not count as st), work 1 sc in each st across, turn — 35 sts.
Rows 3–17: Repeat Row 2, changing colors as desired, until the piece is tall enough to cover your jar. Do not turn after the final row.
Row 18: Do not turn. Ch 1, work 1 rev sc in each st back across the row just worked — 35 sts.
Fasten off, leaving a tail approximately 10 in. (25 cm) long.
Wrap the crocheted piece around the mason jar and use a tapestry needle and the yarn tail to sew the short ends together. Weave in the remaining ends.
Crochet Flower Embellishment
Make a magic ring.
Round 1: Ch 1, *work 1 sc in ring, ch 3; rep from * 4 more times, join — 5 ch-3 loop petals.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Use the yarn tail to attach the flower to your mason jar cozy.
Stitch Sampler Mason Jar Cozy
Want to experiment with different crochet stitches? Try making a sampler-style mason jar cozy!
Start with a foundation chain long enough to fit around your jar, adjusting the number of chains as needed for your chosen stitch patterns. Work the first row in single crochet as in the striped cozy pattern above.
Work different stitch patterns as you build up the height of your cozy. It’s a fun opportunity to learn new stitches or practice techniques you’ve been wanting to perfect.
Once your piece is tall enough, fasten off and sew the short ends together around your jar.
Make It a Set
Make a matching set with these Crochet Flower Push Pins to complete your office decor!
More Crochet Mason Jar Projects
Love finding creative ways to use mason jars? Here are two more fun crochet projects to try!
- Patriotic Mason Jar Utensil Holder Crochet Pattern – Dress up mason jars in red, white, and blue for summer parties, picnics, and patriotic celebrations.
- Jar Crochet Pin Cushion – Turn a mason jar into a handy sewing accessory that keeps your pins and small supplies organized.
More Crochet Patterns for Your Desk & Organization
If you enjoyed making these crochet mason jar cozies, here are a few more free patterns to help organize and decorate your workspace:
- Crochet Pencil Case Pattern
- Chunky Nesting Baskets Crochet Pattern
- Crochet Flower Paper Clips
- Pretty Lace Bookmark
These cozies make me want to learn to crochet. They are ideal for gifts etc. Thank you!
I enjoy the cozies you have posted, they’re very creative! I was wondering if you have come across or created a jar cozy pattern with chevrons?
Instead of mason jars, I will use my dishwasher cleaned empty dog food cans.
I am going to make these, but instead of the mason jars, I am going to use dishwasher cleaned empty dog food cans.