Crochet Shark Gift Card Holder

Looking for a unique way to present a gift card? A crochet shark gift card holder is the perfect solution! This adorable creation not only adds a touch of creativity to your gift-giving but also ensures that your gift card stands out from the rest. The shark design is both fun and practical, making it a memorable keepsake for the recipient. Whether you're giving it to a shark enthusiast or just someone who appreciates a cute touch, this gift card holder is sure to bring a smile to their face. Handmade with love and attention to detail, it's a delightful addition to any gift-giving occasion. So, dive into the world of crochet and surprise your loved ones with this charming and handy shark gift card holder!

Materials

Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)

• Gray [50yds]
• White [10yds]
• Red/Pink [10 yds]
• Black [10 yds]

H/8/5.00mm Hook

Hot Glue Gun / Sticks

Yarn Needle

Scissors

Gauge

Gauge is not critical for this project

Finished Measurements

3.75” x 4.75” approximately

Stitch Guide

arnd = around

ch = chain

sc = single crochet

sk = skip

sl st(s) = slip stitch(es)

st(s) = stitch(es)

Skill Level

Easy

Written in U.S. Terms

Notes

• Beginning chains do not count as stitches.
• Where asterisks appear, repeat the instructions between them.

Instructions

BACK PANEL (Top Jaw)

With Gray,

R1. Ch 11, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn (10)

R2. Ch 1, sc across, turn (10)

R3-12. Repeat R2

R13. Ch 1, dec, sc x 6, dec, turn (8)

R14. Ch 1, dec, dc x 4, dec, turn (6)

R15. Ch 1, dec, sc x 2, dec, turn (4)

R16. Ch 1, dec x 2, Fasten. (2)

FRONT PANEL (Bottom Jaw)

With White,

R1. Ch 11, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn (10)

R2. Ch 1, sc across, turn (10)

R3-8. Repeat R2

R9. Ch 1, dec, sc x 6, dec, turn (8)

R10. Ch 1, dec, dc x 4, dec, turn (6)

R11. Ch 1, dec, sc x 2, dec; Fasten. (4)

JOIN PANELS

Hold Panels together, with the front panel on top of the back panel, aligning each row.

With Gray,R12. Attach yarn to bottom right corner, working through both layers: Ch 1, sc in same space as join, sc in end of each row up the side to the corner of R8 of front panel, then working in back panel only, sc in the end of each row and in each stitch until you get to the opposite corner of R8 of front panel, then working through both layers again: sc in the end of each row down the side and in each st across the bottom; Fasten.

GUMS

With Red or Pink,

Attach yarn to corner of R8, sl st in the end of each row and in each st across to opposite corner; Fasten.

TEETH

With White,

Ch 18, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, ch 2, sl st in same space as ch, *sl st x 3, ch 2, sl st in same space as ch* across, sl st in last ch; Fasten.

EYES (Make 2)

With Black,

R1. Ch 3, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in last ch, turn (2)

R2. Ch 1, sc across, turn (2)R3. Ch 1, dec; Fasten. (1)

HANDLE

With Gray,

Ch 40; Fasten.

Finishing

• Attach teeth to backside of gums, so the first and last tooth are at the corners.
• Attach R1 of eyes to edge of back panel, over R11&12 approximately, one to each side.
• Attach the ends of the handle to the back panel edge, over approximately R8-12. The ends will attach to a bit of the eyes as well.
• Stitch gills onto front panel between R1&2, R2&3, and R3&4, approximately 1.5 sts in from edge.
• Hide all strings.