Crochet Granny Tissue Box Cover – Free Pattern
If you’re looking to add a handmade touch to your home décor, this Crochet Granny Tissue Box Cover is a quick, fun, and functional project. Featuring the classic granny stitch style and made with simple materials, this charming cover will give your tissue box a cozy makeover. Whether for your living room, bathroom, or bedroom, it’s a beautiful way to keep tissues handy and stylishly hidden.
Granny squares are a beloved staple in the crochet world. This project puts a modern twist on the traditional square, forming a rectangle that fits perfectly over standard tissue boxes. It’s an excellent project for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike and it also makes a thoughtful handmade gift!
Whether you’re a beginner looking for a simple yet satisfying project or an experienced crocheter in need of a relaxing pattern, this tissue box cover is the perfect choice. The repetitive granny stitch is both meditative and quick to work up, making it ideal for a weekend project. Plus, you can easily switch up the colors to match seasonal décor or personalize it for any room in your home.
🧶 Materials Needed
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Acrylic yarn: Top Value DK by James C. Brett – 280m/100g
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4.5mm crochet hook
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Yarn needle for weaving in ends
📚 Crochet Terminology (U.S.)
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ch – chain
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dc – double crochet
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st/sts – stitch/stitches
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sl st – slip stitch
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sc – single crochet
✨ Instructions: Crochet Granny Tissue Box Cover
Rnd 1
Ch 18, join in ring with a slip stitch.
(Tip: The chain creates the base ring for the cover. You’ll build outward from here using granny-style clusters.)
Rnd 2
(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the next st – corner cluster,
skip 2 sts,
(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next st – corner cluster,
skip 2 sts,
3 dc in next st, skip 2 sts.
Repeat from * one more time, join with sl st.
Rnd 3
Sl st across next 2 sts, sl st into corner ch-2 space.
(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the same corner space,
3 dc in the space between the next two 3-dc clusters,
(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the next corner,
then 3 dc in each space between clusters two times.
Repeat from * one more time, join with sl st.
Rnd 4
Sl st across next 2 sts, sl st into corner ch-2 space.
(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in corner,
3 dc in each space between clusters two times,
(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the next corner,
3 dc in each space between clusters three times.
Repeat from * one more time, join with sl st.
You should now have a rectangle-shaped top of the cover.
Rnd 5 (and the body of the cover)
From this round on, do not make corner clusters.
Sl st across next 2 sts, sl st into next space.
3 dc in each space between previous clusters around.
Join with sl st.
Rnds 6–16
Repeat Rnd 5, continuing to work 3-dc clusters around the body to reach desired height.
Rnd 17 – Finishing
Sc in each stitch around.
Join with sl st and fasten off.
Weave in ends.
That’s it! You now have a beautiful granny-style tissue box cover to brighten up any room.
🎁 Perfect for Gifts or Market Stalls
This pattern is a great stash-buster and can be customized with various colors to match your interior or personal style. It’s a charming addition to craft fair booths or as a housewarming gift.