Lemon Peel Stitch Sunglass Case

Lemon Peel Stitch

This week on Ask Me Monday, I show how to crochet the Lemon Peel Stitch, a simple, textural stitch that’s great for really, any type of project. Give it a watch, then practice the technique while making an adorable sunglass case.

Have fun!

This episode of Ask Me Monday is sponsored by Knitter’s Pride/ KnitPro

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Lemon Peel Stitch Sunglass Case

MATERIALS

Valley Yarns Valley Superwash Worsted (100% Extra Fine Superwash Merino Wool; 97 yds), colors by Vickie Howell, in: (A) 1 ball Coral Corale, and (B) 1 ball Golden Girls

Size US 8/5mm Knitter’s Pride Ginger Hook

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

4″/10 cm wide

6″/15 cm tall

GAUGE

12.5 sts x 12 rows = 4″/10 cm in Lemon Peel Stitch

ABBREVIATIONS & US to UK CONVERSIONS

DIRECTIONS

With A, ch 14.

Row 1: Sc in 4th ch from hook, dc in next st, *sc, dc; rep from * to end. Turn. –11 sts

Row 2: Ch 1, (doesn’t count as st), sc in same st, *dc, sc; rep from * to end. Turn.

Join B. (Note: carry unused color along side edge as you work.)

Row 3: With B, Ch 3 (counts as dc), *sc, dc; rep from * to end. Turn.

Row 4: With B, rep Row 2.

Row 5: With A, rep Row 3.

Row 6: With A, rep. Row 2.

Rep Rows 3-6 until piece measures 12″ from edge. 

Fasten off.

FINISHING

Fold piece in half length-wise.  Rejoin A, sc through both layers of piece, evenly down one side. Repeat for the opposite side.

Weave in ends.

Want another project Lemon Peel Stitch? Try the High-Five Fingerless Mitts, featured in May 2020’s YarnYAY! subscription pack!

High-Five Crochet Mitts: Shown in Vickie Howell for Mad|Tosh Colors Snaps, Spirit Fingers, Heart Hands, Peace Fingers, and Pinky Swear

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