Wrap a favorite read in handmade charm with this hands-on workshop where you’ll crochet a large square, fold it into an envelope-style book sleeve, and finish it with an attached rope-string closure. This practical, thoughtful project makes a lovely gift, perfect for tucking in a book this holiday season, or a sweet treat to keep your own reads protected on the go.
This workshop is geared toward crocheters who are confident with granny squares and joining.
Take home a finished (or near-finished) envelope-style book sleeve, the full pattern to reproduce more at home, and styling ideas for gifting. Pair it with a new paperback for a heartfelt holiday present.
Cozy, useful, and delightfully personal, this workshop is an easy-to-love project that dresses up any book with handmade warmth!
🟧 Square Construction: Work an even, well-measured square using consistent tension so your sleeve fits standard paperback or hardcover sizes.
🪡 Seaming & Folding: Fold the square into an envelope shape and use neat seaming techniques to create clean edges and a professional look.
🧶 Closure & Finishing: Make and attach a simple rope or cord closure, learn secure finishing methods, and add optional embellishments like tassels or surface stitches.
✨ Customization Tips: Choose sizing tweaks, color combos, and decorative accents to personalize sleeves for different book sizes or gift recipients.
This workshop is BYOH (bring your own hook). You will need a 5mm, 5.5mm, or6mm hook for this project depending on your preference and tention. If you don't have one, you can always buy one at the store for 15% off as a workshop participant.
This workshop includes 2 skeins of Lion Brand Heartland Yarn (enough for one book sleeve) and a printed pattern with a step-by-step reference sheet.
Overview
Wrap a favorite read in handmade charm with this hands-on workshop where you’ll crochet a large square, fold it into an envelope-style book sleeve, and finish it with an attached rope-string closure. This practical, thoughtful project makes a lovely gift, perfect for tucking in a book this holiday season, or a sweet treat to keep your own reads protected on the go.
This workshop is geared toward crocheters who are confident with granny squares and joining.
Take home a finished (or near-finished) envelope-style book sleeve, the full pattern to reproduce more at home, and styling ideas for gifting. Pair it with a new paperback for a heartfelt holiday present.
Cozy, useful, and delightfully personal, this workshop is an easy-to-love project that dresses up any book with handmade warmth!
What You'll Learn & Do
🟧 Square Construction: Work an even, well-measured square using consistent tension so your sleeve fits standard paperback or hardcover sizes.
🪡 Seaming & Folding: Fold the square into an envelope shape and use neat seaming techniques to create clean edges and a professional look.
🧶 Closure & Finishing: Make and attach a simple rope or cord closure, learn secure finishing methods, and add optional embellishments like tassels or surface stitches.
✨ Customization Tips: Choose sizing tweaks, color combos, and decorative accents to personalize sleeves for different book sizes or gift recipients.
What You Need to Bring
This workshop is BYOH (bring your own hook). You will need a 5mm, 5.5mm, or6mm hook for this project depending on your preference and tention. If you don't have one, you can always buy one at the store for 15% off as a workshop participant.
This workshop includes 2 skeins of Lion Brand Heartland Yarn (enough for one book sleeve) and a printed pattern with a step-by-step reference sheet.
Level
Intermediate Crocheter
Duration
90 minutes
Price
$40
Free Bonus!
As a special perk, each participant will receive a 15% off one item coupon, valid on the day of the class, so you can take home your favorite supplies and materials you enjoyed using during the session.
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