Sunny Crochet Towel Holder with Butterflies

Crochet Towel Holder Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Yellow and orange yarn (for the sun)
• Assorted colors of yarn (for butterflies and grass)
• Beige yarn (for the background)
• Black yarn (for facial details)
• Crochet hook (4.0mm)
• Tapestry needle
• Wooden dowel or stick for hanging
• Scissors
• Fiberfill for light stuffing (optional, for 3D effect)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Sun (Yellow and Orange Yarn):
   • Face:
     • Round 1: Magic ring with 6 single crochets (sc).
     • Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12 sc).
     • Round 3: 1 sc, 2 sc in next stitch repeat around (18 sc).
     • Round 4: 2 sc, 2 sc in next stitch repeat around (24 sc).
     • Fasten off and switch to orange yarn.
   • Sun Rays:
     • Attach orange yarn and create 5 double crochets (dc) in one stitch, slip stitch (sl st) into the next stitch.
     • Repeat around for all sun rays, fasten off.
2. Butterflies (Assorted Colors):
   • Wings:
     • Round 1: Magic ring with 6 sc.
     • Round 2: In the first wing, use 2 dc, chain 2, sl st, repeat for the second wing.
     • Repeat on the other side to form the complete butterfly.
     • Add antennae with black thread, or embroider them afterward.
   • Make multiple butterflies using different color combinations for variety.
3. Background (Beige Yarn):
   • Create a rectangular base for the towel holder using single crochet stitches.
   • Chain 25 stitches, turn and sc across until the piece is large enough to cover your towel holder frame.
   • Add a row of green yarn at the bottom to represent grass.
4. Facial Features (Black and Pink Yarn):
   • Embroider eyes, a smile, and cheeks onto the sun using black and pink yarn.
   • Use satin stitches for the eyes and a backstitch for the mouth.
5. Assembly:
   • Sew the sun and butterflies onto the beige background.
   • Attach the green “grass” border at the bottom.
   • Insert a wooden dowel at the top, creating loops on either side to hang it.
   • Add a string or wire to hang the piece on the wall.

Note: Here is a pattern suggestion for you to create your own pattern. The end result may vary.