Crochet Mushroom Lighter Holder

Crochet Mushroom Lighter Holder is a charming and practical accessory for anyone who enjoys a touch of whimsy in their daily life. This adorable creation not only adds a pop of color to your lighter but also keeps it securely in place, preventing it from getting lost in the depths of your bag or pockets.
Materials:
CROCHET HOOK: 5.0mm
YARN: Worsted-weight cotton yarn.
Recommended – Lily Sugar n’ Cream in 2 different colors for cap & stem (less than 1 ball needed for each color)
EXTRAS: Scissors, yarn needle
Gauge:
2” x 2” (5cm x 5cm) dc swatch = 8 sts x 4 rows
Notes:
- This pattern is written in US crochet terms
- Crochet skill level: Easy
- The stitch count at the end of each row is shown in parenthesis ( )
- The ch at the beginning of each round does not count as a stitch
Finished Measurements:
To ensure that a standard lighter fits properly in the stem pocket, your stem should measure approximately 3 inches in length, and 1.5 inches across (7.6cm x 3.8cm) as I have shown in the photo below.
Mushroom Lighter Holder Crochet Pattern:
STEM:
Start with a magic ring
RND 1: CH 3, DC 10 into ring, then SLST into the top of CH 3 to close (10)
RND 2: CH 3, DC around, then SLST into the top of CH 3 to close (10)
RND 3-6: Repeat RND 2 (10)
To make strap: CH into the loop on your hook & continue to CH until the strap reaches your desired length. Then, cut the yarn & fasten off leaving a tail for assembly.
CAP:
Start with a magic ring
RND 1: CH 3, DC 15 into ring, then SLST into the top of CH 3 to close (15)
RND 2: CH 3, DC around, then SLST into the top of CH 3 to close (15)
RND 3: Repeat RND 2 (15)
RND 4: CH 1, SC around, then SLST into the top of CH 1 to close (15)
Cut yarn & fasten off. Weave in yarn tails.
Finishing Instructions:
- Attach your yarn needle to the yarn tail at the end of the strap.
- Going through the inside of the cap, pull the strap between two stitches on RND 1.
- Then, from the outside of the cap, pull the strap between two stitches on the opposite side of RND 1.
- On the stem, locate the stitch on the opposite side of the strap (you can use a stitch marker if it helps).
- Attach the end of the strap to the top of this stitch with a secure knot (use the yarn tail to create your knot). Then, weave in yarn tail & cut off any excess.
- Finally, adjust the strap as needed & tuck the stem into the cap. You’re all done!