Use simple single crochet stitches to create this vase cozy; the fun is in making the yarn! Cut and then string together sheet-weight clothing or fabric remnants to create yarn for this playful project.

DESIGNER Maria O’Keefe

DIFFICULTY Basic

FINISHED SIZE About 5.5″ in diameter and 13.75″ tall.

YARN Sheetweight 100% cotton; 44–45″ wide fabric yardage: 3–5 yd desired color or color combination.

HOOK Size P/16 (11.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

NOTIONS 43/4″ in diameter x 13″ tall cylinder glass vase (or desired size); sewing needle; coordinating color thread; scissors; stitch marker (or safety pin).

GAUGE 10 sts and 9 rnds = 4″ in sc, using fabric strips.

Rag yarn tutorial: here.