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Learn how to crochet a sleep mask with my free step-by-step pattern. This crochet sleep mask is a quick, fun crochet project with its playful stripes and cosy feel, it makes a wonderful self-care gift for someone special, whether it’s a teacher, a parent, or someone expecting a new arrival.
I love how easy it is to make, with each stripe adding a cheerful touch that can be easily customised, I have shared come alternative colour combination below.
The soft yarn and gentle weight feel soothing on the eyes, making it ideal for a crochet sleep mask. The double layer is perfect for blocking out light whilst feeling maximum comfort.
pattern Notes
- Written in UK terms but switchable to US crochet terms below.
- Skill level: Advanced Beginner.
Gauge & Size
- Completed size: 23cm x 9cm
- Gauge: 10 sts x 11 rows = 5cm measured over dc
Materials & tools
- Yarn: Paintbox Cotton DK, 100% Cotton, Double Knit, 50g (1.8oz), 125m (137yds) in shades: Colour A: Bubblegum Pink (451), Colour B: Pistachio Green (425) Colour C: Blush Pink (454)
- Hook: 3.5 mm [US E-4]
- Darning Needle and Sewing Needle
- Scissors
About the Yarn
Paintbox Cotton DK is made from 100% cotton this yarn’s breathable, lightweight feel and soft, smooth texture make it perfect for items that go close to the skin, from washcloths face scrubbies to cosy sleep masks.
Colour Inspiration
Original
Sweet Dreams
Pretty Pastels
Coffee Bean
Beautiful Brights
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Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version.
Terms & Abbreviations
Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over and then pull through
Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, then pull through remaining two loops.
Double Crochet 2 stitches together (dc2tog): Insert hook into stitch, yo pull through stitch 2 loops on the hook, insert hook into next stitch, yarn over pull through stitch, 3 loops on the hook and finally yarn over and pull through 3 loops.
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Crochet Sleep mask: Free Pattern
Panels: Make 2 (Front panel and back panel)
For the front panel, rows 1-46 will be worked in the colours stated throughout.
You will begin with colour C.
For the back panel, use colour A throughout.
You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.
Chain 5.
1-10
- Row 1 (RS): Dc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn. <4 sts>
- Row 2. (WS): Ch 1 (does not class as a st here or throughout), 2 dc in first stitch. Dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in last st changing to colour B in the last st. Turn. <6 sts>
- Row 3: Ch 1, 2 dc in first stitch. 4 dc, 2 dc in last st changing to colour A in the last st. Turn. <8 sts>
- Row 4: Ch 1, 2 dc in first stitch. 6 dc, 2 dc in last st. Turn. <10 sts>
- Row 5: Ch 1, 2 dc in first stitch. 8 dc, 2 dc in last st changing to colour C in the last st. Turn. <12 sts>
- Row 6: Ch 1, 11 dc, 2 dc in last st. Turn. <13 sts>
You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.
- Row 7: Ch 1, 2 dc in first st. 12 dc. Turn. <14 sts>
- Row 8: Ch 1, 2 dc in first stitch. 12 dc, 2 dc in last st changing to colour B in the last st. Turn. <16 sts>
- Row 9: Ch 2, 2dc in first st, 14 dc <16 sts>
- Row10: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour A in the last st. Turn.
11-20
- Row 11: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour C in the last st. Turn.
- Row 12-13: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour B in the last st. Turn.
- Row 14: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour A in the last st. Turn.
- Row 15-16: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour C in the last st. Turn.
- Row 17: Ch 1, dc across. Turn.
You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.
- Row 18: Ch 1, 14 dc, dc2tog. Turn. <15 sts>
- Row 19: Ch 1, dc2tog, dc across to last st changing to colour B in the last st. Turn. <14 sts>
- Row 20: Ch 1, 12 dc. dc2tog changing to colour A. Turn. <13 sts>
21-30
- Row 21: Ch 1, dc2tog, dc across to last st changing to colour B in the last st. Turn. <12 sts>
- Row 22: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour A in the last st. Turn.
- Row 23-24: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour B in the last st. Turn.
- Row 25: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour C in the last st. Turn.
- Row 26: Ch 1, dc across. Turn.
- Row 27: Ch 1, 2 dc in first st, 11 dc changing to colour A in the last st. Turn. <13 sts>
You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.
- Row 28: Ch 1, 12 dc, 2 dc in last st. Turn. <14 sts>
- Row 29: Ch 1, 2 dc in first st, 13 dc. Turn. <15 sts>
- Row 30: Ch 1, 14 dc, 2 dc in last st changing to colour B in the last st. Turn. <16 sts>
31-40
- Row 31- 32: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour C in the last st Turn.
- Row 33: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour A in the last st Turn.
- Row 34-35: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour B in the last st Turn.
- Row 36: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour C in the last st. Turn.
You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.
- Row 37-38: Ch 1, dc across changing to colour A in the last st. Turn.
- Row 39: Ch 1, dc2tog, 14 dc. Turn. <15 sts>
- Row 40: Ch 1, dc2tog, 13 dc. Turn. <14 sts>
41-46
- Row 41: Ch 1, 12 dc, dc2tog changing to colour B. Turn. <13 sts>
- Row 42: Ch 1, dc2tog, 11 dc. Turn. <12 sts>
- Row 43: Ch 1, dc2tog, 8 dc, dc2tog changing to colour C. Turn. <10 sts>
- Row 44: Ch 1, dc2tog, 6 dc, dc2tog changing to colour C. Turn. <8 sts>
- Row 45: Ch 1, dc2tog, 4 dc, dc2tog. Turn. <6 sts>
- Row 46 (WS): Ch 1, dc2tog, 2 dc, dc2tog. Turn. <4 sts>
Do not fasten off.
Connecting
You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.
Round 1: Ch 1, dc evenly around the edge of the mask working into the posts/stitches.
Fasten off and break yarn. Weave in ends.
Connecting both panels
With wrong sides facing each other, dc in each st, working through both thicknesses using colour C.
Band
With colour C and front panel facing you, join with a ss in the first of the 4 dc correspoding with row 1.
- Row 1: Ch 1 (does not count as st), dc in next 4 sts. Turn <4 dc>
- Row 2-71: Repeat row 1. You can work more or fewer rows depending on your needs.
- Row 72: Ss into the 4 corresponding stitches on the opposite edge of the mask.
Fasten off and sew in ends.
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This cute sleep mask looks like a blast to make! Today I’ve featured your pattern on Crafts on Display, I hope you enjoy it, and keep up the amazing work! https://craftsondisplay.com/crochet/crochet-sleep-mask-158204/
hey im using velvet yarn to do this and a 3.5mm hook but mine is very big and long for a sleep mask im not sure if i did it right?