Take your notes on the road with this notebook cover and pen/pencil case. Worked all in single crochet with minimal shaping, it’s a good project for beginners. This easy crochet pattern also makes a great quick gift.

FINISHED SIZE Pencil case measures 8 1/2” long and 9” in circumference. Journal cover measures 10 1/2” wide and 8 1/4” tall to fit a 5” × 8” journal.

YARN Brown Sheep Company Cotton Fleece (80% cotton, 20% wool; 215 yd [197 m]/3 1/2 oz [100 g]; ): #CW690 alpine lilac; 1 skein. www.brownsheep.com

HOOK Size E/4 (3.5 mm).

NOTIONS St marker (m); yarn needle; 1/4 yd fabric; matching thread and sewing needle; 3/4 yd ribbon; one 1” button; 7” zipper.

GAUGE 10 sts and 12 rows = 2”. Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.