If you love cute foodie-themed projects you’re going to adore this buttered waffle e-reader case crochet pattern! Inspired by the soft, textured goodness of a fresh waffle (with a pat of butter on top, of course), this case is the perfect cozy home for your e-reader.
You can find the free pattern below, or you can purchase the ad-free printable PDF from my shop.
With its squishy waffle-like texture and simple stitches, this pattern is beginner-friendly and works up in no time. Plus, it’s a great way to protect your e-reader in style.
You will need to know how to make a front post double crochet (FPdc) stitch to make this case. Don’t worry if you’re new to crocheting; this pattern is suitable for beginners. But I do recommend practicing this stitch before getting started.
This case has been designed to comfortably fit a 5” x 7” e-reader. Use the size adjustment notes provided below to make your case larger or smaller.
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Materials:
- Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in the colors Cafe Latte and Bright Yellow
- US size H 5.0 mm crochet hook
- Stitch markers (optional)
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Size (approximate): 6.5” wide and 8” tall
Gauge (4in x 4in): Approximately 19 sts and 11 rows
Size Adjustment: The pattern has a chain multiple of 3 plus 2 stitches. If you want to adjust the size of your case, chain in multiples of 3 and add 2 stitches to that. For example, you can chain 12 and add 2 stitches for a total of 14.
Pattern Notes:
- The Ch 2 does not count as a stitch.
- This pattern uses the waffle stitch. If you have never done the waffle stitch, I recommend practicing with a small swatch first. You can chain 14 and follow the pattern to practice.
- If you have trouble identifying the first or last stitch of the row, use stitch markers to help you keep track.
Abbreviations (US):
ch – chain
st(s) – stitch(es)
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
FPdc – front post double crochet
RS – right side
WS – wrong side
Waffle Stitch Video Tutorial
Want to print the pattern? You can purchase the ad-free printable PDF from my shop.
Buttered Waffle E-Reader Case Crochet Pattern
Make the Waffles Using Brown Yarn (make 2 of these)
To begin ch 29
Row 1 (WS): Place 1 dc in the 3rd ch from the hook and in each ch across. Ch 2 and turn. (27 sts)
Row 2 (RS): Dc in 1st st, FPdc in next st, *Dc in next 2 sts, FPdc in next st*. Repeat from * to *. When you reach the last 2 sts, FPdc in 2nd to last stitch, and dc in last st. Ch 2 and turn. (27 sts)
Row 3 (WS): Dc in 1st 2 sts, FPdc in next 2 sts. *Dc in next st, FPdc in next 2 sts*. Repeat from * to *. Dc in last st. Ch 2 and turn. (27 sts)
Repeat rows 2 and 3 (in that order) until you have completed a total of 20 rows. After you finish row 20 ch 1 and turn. Place 1 sl st in each stitch across. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Make the Butter
To begin ch 7
Row 1: Place 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across. Ch 1 and turn. (6 sts)
Rows 2-6: Sc in each stitch, ch 1 and turn. (6 sts)
After completing the final row, with your yarn still attached, ch 1 and sc around the butter. Whenever you reach a corner, place 3 sts in the corner. When you arrive back at the corner where you started, place 3 sts in that corner. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing the butter to the waffle.
Assemble the Case
1. Sew your butter onto one of the waffles. Be sure you sew your butter on the RS of the waffle.
2. Place your two waffles on top of each other with the WS facing. Attach your yarn to the top left corner of both waffles and place 1 sc into the same st.
Continue to sc the panels together going along the left side, bottom, and right side, placing 1 sc in each stitch. Whenever you reach a corner, place 3 sts in the corner. This helps round out the corners. Stop once you finish the right side (make sure you don’t accidentally close the top of your case!) fasten off and weave in your ends.
Your buttered waffle e-reader case is now complete.
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