Keeping your phone close with crochet feels so much nicer than a plain factory strap. These projects focus on slim cords, crossbody pouches, and cute phone charms you can mix and match. Most use small amounts of yarn, so they’re perfect for leftovers and “stash diving.” Start with a simple cord or pouch, then try tapestry, texture, or fun characters once you’re warmed up. Add swivel clips, phone tether tabs, or metal chains to make them case-friendly and easy to swap between devices.
I-Cord Festival Phone Strap
This crochet i-cord phone strap is a sleek, rope-style cord that looks polished enough for everyday wear but sturdy enough for festivals and errands. Worked with 3 mm braided cotton cord, it turns into either a short wristlet or a 48″ crossbody strap by simply changing the length. The i-cord technique is repetitive and meditative, so it’s great TV crochet. Add a swivel lobster clasp and a phone tether tab, and you can move it between cases in seconds. yarnTh3ory
Supplies:
- Yarn: 3 mm braided cotton cord (wristlet ~10 m, crossbody ~37 m)
- Hook: 6 mm crochet hook
- Notions: swivel lobster clasp, phone tether tab
- Extras: tape measure, tapestry needle, scissors
Why it’s great: Slim, minimal strap that’s fast to make and incredibly strong.
Textured Everyday Crossbody Smartphone Bag
This structured smartphone bag sits flat against your body with a firm base and textured sides that protect the screen. Designed to fit most phones snugly, it includes shaping notes so you can adjust the circumference to your own case. A long strap is worked directly onto the pouch for a secure crossbody carry. Make it in a neutral for daily use, or use variegated yarn for a casual weekend look. Clip in your phone and head out hands-free. Crochet Bits
Supplies:
- Yarn: Worsted-weight cotton or cotton blend
- Hook: 4.0 mm crochet hook
- Notions: stitch markers, button (optional closure)
- Extras: tapestry needle, scissors, measuring tape
Why it’s great: Customizable snug fit keeps your phone safe but accessible.
Winter Hills Tweedy Phone Crossbody
The Winter Hills Cellphone Bag uses tweedy worsted yarn and simple stitches to create a cozy, slightly rustic crossbody pouch. It’s sized for modern phones, with instructions to lengthen or shorten the body as needed. Worked mostly in single crochet, the fabric is dense enough to protect your screen while still draping nicely at the hip. Use the suggested Cafe Au Lait and Ecru combo, or try Denim and Ecru for a classic jeans-friendly look. Crochets By Trista
Supplies:
- Yarn: Worsted-weight acrylic or wool blend (e.g., WeCrochet Brava)
- Hook: 4.0 mm crochet hook
- Notions: yarn needle, scissors
- Extras: stitch markers, optional button
Why it’s great: Warm, tweedy texture makes a phone pouch that looks like a tiny sweater.
Minimalist Crossbody Smartphone Pouch
This Crossbody Smartphone Pouch is a slim, no-bulk option when you just want your phone and nothing else. The body is worked amigurumi-style in continuous rounds, then finished with a crab-stitch edging for a polished rim. A long strap is crocheted lengthwise and sewn to the sides, with an optional button and loop closure. It’s a great stash-busting project in tonal DK yarns and perfect for outfits that have no pockets. MadameStitch
Supplies:
- Yarn: DK-weight cotton or cotton-acrylic (Scheepjes Stone Washed)
- Hook: 4.0 mm (G-6) crochet hook
- Notions: 1″ button, stitch markers
- Extras: tapestry needle, scissors
Why it’s great: Clean, modern silhouette that works with dresses, leggings, and office looks.
Crafty Chic Teal Phone Bag with Leather Strap
If you love mixing crochet with leather, this phone bag is for you. The Crafty Chic Cell Phone Bag uses DK yarn in a denim-look teal and pairs it with a slim leather crossbody strap attached via D-rings. The body features alternating rows of single crochet and treble stitches for eye-catching texture. It’s sized to fit most phones, and you can add or subtract rounds for height. This one looks especially good styled with jeans. The Loopy Lamb
Supplies:
- Yarn: DK-weight cotton/acrylic (King Cole Simply Denim DK, Turquoise Denim)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E) crochet hook
- Notions: two 10 mm D-rings, 48″ leather strap
- Extras: stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors
Why it’s great: The leather strap elevates the Crochet body into a boutique-worthy accessory.
Striped Summer Phone Pouch
This striped phone pouch is part of a Summer Cell Phone Case series and is perfect when you want a cheerful accessory that still works hard. It uses 24/7 Cotton in Ecru, Cafe Au Lait, Dragonfly, and Amber to create sunny, beachy stripes. The pouch body is worked in the round; add a crocheted strap or clip on a purchased one to wear it crossbody. It’s a great way to practice color changes in a small project. Spotted Horse Design Co.+1
Supplies:
- Yarn: Worsted-weight mercerized cotton (24/7 Cotton in Ecru, Cafe Au Lait, Dragonfly, Amber)
- Hook: 4.0 mm crochet hook
- Notions: stitch marker, optional button
- Extras: yarn needle, scissors
Why it’s great: Fresh striped palette that screams summer while keeping your phone protected.
Tapestry-Style Crossbody Phone Case
Ready to play with colorwork? This tapestry crochet phone case uses two colors at once to create a graphic pattern, then converts into a small crossbody by adding a strap. The dense tapestry fabric gives extra protection and feels almost like a cushioned sleeve. The pattern notes assume you already know tapestry basics but are a nice next step if you’ve done color changes in the round before. Pair it with a neutral outfit and let your phone case pop. Spotted Horse Design Co.
Supplies:
- Yarn: Worsted-weight cotton in two contrasting colors
- Hook: 4.0 mm crochet hook
- Notions: stitch markers, button (optional), yarn needle
- Extras: scissors, tape measure
Why it’s great: Tapestry texture plus color gives you a tiny wearable art piece.
Chunky Desk Phone Holder
If you love having your phone visible while you work or watch shows, this chunky mobile phone holder is a fun alternative to a lanyard. Made in super bulky acrylic, it looks like a tiny beanbag chair that cradles your phone in two viewing angles. The pattern walks you through shaping, stuffing, and clever post stitches that form ridges to keep the phone from sliding. It’s great for gifting alongside a wearable strap so they have both at-home and on-the-go options. Crochet Arcade
Supplies:
- Yarn: Super bulky acrylic (Lion Brand Hometown USA, Yellow)
- Hook: 8 mm crochet hook
- Notions: hollowfibre toy stuffing (~20 g)
- Extras: stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors
Why it’s great: Turns your phone into a tiny, propped-up screen without buying a plastic stand.
Unicorn Desk Phone Holder
This Unicorn Mobile Cell Phone Holder is built on the same sturdy base as the chunky holder, but adds ears, horn, and mane for a magical twist. It’s fantastic for kids’ rooms, craft desks, or anyone who loves whimsical decor. The pattern reuses the base holder and then walks you through crocheting and attaching the unicorn details with bulky white yarn and metallic accents. Pair it with the matching neck pouch for a themed gift set. Crochet Arcade
Supplies:
- Yarn: Super bulky white acrylic (Lion Brand Hometown USA) plus 4-ply metallic silver and gold
- Hook: 8 mm and 4 mm crochet hooks
- Notions: toy stuffing, small piece of black felt for eyes
- Extras: yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers
Why it’s great: Same practical holder, but now it looks like a unicorn guarding your phone.
Unicorn Phone Neck Pouch Lanyard
For true unicorn fans, this neck pouch is the ultimate crochet phone lanyard. A sparkly white DK pouch holds your phone, while the unicorn head, muzzle, ears, and tiny horn sit on top like a character bag. The pattern includes sizing notes so you can match your device, and you can choose between a metal chain strap or a crocheted Romanian cord. It’s surprisingly sturdy despite the cute details and makes a standout festival or theme-park accessory. Crochet Arcade
Supplies:
- Yarn: DK-weight sparkly white acrylic plus metallic silver and gold
- Hook: 4.0 mm crochet hook
- Notions: optional 24″ metal chain or crocheted strap, flat-back rhinestones or embroidery thread for eyes
- Extras: yarn needle, scissors, stitch marker
Why it’s great: Combines full phone protection with cosplay-worthy unicorn styling.
Amigurumi Yoda Phone Charm
This tiny Yoda phone charm is perfect if you like your straps fun and geeky. The pattern makes a small green amigurumi head and body with oversized ears and a cozy pink robe, sized to hang from a phone strap, zipper, or keys. Attach it to a simple cord lanyard or to the corner of a crossbody bag for a subtle fandom nod. Because it’s so small, it’s a great way to practice amigurumi shaping without a big time commitment. punqa.com
Supplies:
- Yarn: Small amounts of DK or sport-weight yarn in green, pink, and beige
- Hook: Size appropriate for tight amigurumi stitches (e.g., 2.5–3.0 mm)
- Notions: safety eyes, stuffing
- Extras: keyring or phone charm cord, yarn needle, scissors
Why it’s great: Turns any plain phone strap into a tiny Star-Wars-inspired companion.
Mushroom Phone Charm with Strap
This mushroom phone charm is an adorable add-on for any phone lanyard. The pattern builds a tiny toadstool with a round cap and short stem using just scraps of yarn. Worked small and tight, it’s quick enough to batch-make in lots of colorways. Hang it from a phone tether, bracelet-style strap, or crossbody cord for a cottagecore touch. Because it’s a free ePattern, you can follow along step-by-step and customize size or colors easily. Ribblr
Supplies:
- Yarn: Light worsted or DK scraps (classic red cap with white spots and beige stem)
- Hook: 2.5–3.0 mm for firm fabric
- Notions: fiberfill stuffing
- Extras: small jump ring or phone charm cord, yarn needle, scissors
Why it’s great: Uses tiny scraps and instantly personalizes any strap or case.
Simply Elegant Neutral Phone Pouch
This Simply Elegant Cell Phone Crochet Pouch is exactly what it sounds like: one solid color, interesting stitch texture, and a clean silhouette. Worked in half double crochet and an extended hdc variation, it avoids being boring while staying totally wearable. Originally designed in brown, it looks great in any neutral you like. Add a matching strap or a slim leather cord to turn it into a crossbody, or keep it as a pouch that drops into a larger bag. crochethea.com
Supplies:
- Yarn: DK or light worsted in a single neutral shade (brown or taupe)
- Hook: Size recommended on yarn label (around 4.0 mm)
- Notions: button (optional), yarn needle
- Extras: scissors, tape measure
Why it’s great: Simple stitches plus subtle texture give a very polished, unisex phone pouch.
Carry-All Crossbody Phone Purse
The Carry All Phone Purse is designed for walks and errands when you want your phone, maybe a card, and not much else. It’s a beginner-friendly small crossbody with a simple rectangular body and long strap, written so you can adjust height and length easily. Made in cotton yarn with a 5 mm hook, it works up quickly but feels sturdy. Wear it diagonally across your chest or shorten the strap for a shoulder-length look. averylanecreations.com+1
Supplies:
- Yarn: Worsted-weight cotton yarn
- Hook: 5.0 mm (H) crochet hook
- Notions: yarn needle, scissors
- Extras: optional button or snap, stitch markers
Why it’s great: Straightforward pattern that’s easy to tweak for different phone sizes and strap lengths.
Conclusion
Pick one project that matches how you actually use your phone: a simple strap if you’re always losing it, a crossbody if your clothes lack pockets, or a charm if you just want a bit of fun. Most of these use small amounts of yarn and a single evening of work. Bookmark this list so you can come back for more styles as your confidence (and strap collection) grows.
FAQs
1. What yarns work best for crochet phone straps and lanyards?
Choose sturdy, low-stretch fibers: cotton, cotton blends, or tightly spun acrylic. For slim straps, braided cotton cord or DK cotton is ideal. Avoid very soft or fluffy yarns; they can stretch and pill with daily use.
2. Can I machine-wash these phone straps and pouches?
Most cotton and acrylic pieces can be machine-washed on gentle in a mesh bag, then laid flat to dry. Remove metal hardware and phone tethers before washing. Avoid high heat in dryers, which can shrink cotton and warp acrylic.
3. How do I resize a pattern for a different phone?
Measure your phone in its case: width, height, and thickness. For pouches, adjust the starting chain or stitch count to match the width plus a little ease, then work more or fewer rounds for height. For straps, simply add chains/rows until the strap hangs at your preferred length.
4. What fibers are safest for kitchen, bath, or heat exposure?
For accessories that might touch warm surfaces or steam, stick to 100% cotton. Acrylic can soften or melt under high heat, so it’s better reserved for general straps and bags, not near stoves or hot tools.
5. How can I make joins and edgings more durable for daily wear?
Work over yarn tails for several stitches, then weave in ends in multiple directions. Use sturdy stitches like single crochet or crab stitch along top edges. For straps, reinforce joins at D-rings or pouch sides with extra sewing in matching yarn.
6. How much yarn and time do these projects usually take?
Most phone straps and charms use under 25 g of yarn and can be finished in 30–60 minutes. Crossbody phone pouches usually take 50–100 g and an evening or two of relaxed crocheting.
7. Any tips for photographing my finished phone straps and pouches?
Natural daylight is your best friend. Lay pieces near a window, include your phone for scale, and add simple props like keys or a notebook. Shoot from above for flat-lays or straight on to show how the strap hangs when worn.
8. How do I fix curling, stretching, or wavy edges?
Lightly block your finished piece: mist with water, pin to shape, and let dry flat. If straps stretch too much, go down a hook size or use a denser stitch. Wavy edges often mean too many stitches along a side—try skipping a stitch occasionally on the next attempt.