by Jaden | Crafting | 33 comments
Wait. Before you make a judgement…I actually do have a legit excuse for crocheting a sweater for the apples.
My kids bring a snack in their backpacks everyday, the same backpack that gets thrown, kicked, stuffed under bus seats, violently slung over the hook and hackysacked around.
Yes, I could pack their fruit in a titanium lunchbox, but crocheting an apple cozy seemed much more civilized, creative and crafty idea.
Still a little silly though, I admit. And no, the cozy didn’t prevent bruised apples in their backpacks like I had hoped. Apparently, my kids are too rough for a little yarn cozy to stop them.
Thank goodness the boys are still at an age where “cute” is still in, though I reckon I don’t have much longer before they want to be cool, not cute. I’ll take what I can get.
These Apple Cozies only take a few minutes to crochet. Perfect for scraps of yarn and maybe make one for your kids’ teacher or something.
If you want to make your own, here are a few patterns:
These apple cozies make create gifts and place settings – Derricks Doll made these from Theresa Grant’s pattern on Ravelry. This is the pattern that I based my apple cozy off of. I didn’t follow the instructions completely (surprise) and pretty much winged it after I got the basic concept.
Not only does Vegan Lunch Box make Apple Cozies, but she’s got free patterns for a Banana Cozy and Orange Cozy too. Go cozy crazy!
Crafty Anna’s Apple cozy (and hey, if apple cozies are not your thing, Crafty Anna’s got a ton of other crochet patterns – everything from ice cream, doctor kit, pizza party and 5 little monkeys)
YouCanMakeThis.com has a colorful apple cozy ties up beautifully. The pattern is $3.50:
If you’re more of a knit person, blogger “I Think I’m Gonna Purl” (cutest blog name ever) has this monogrammed version (left). On the right, blogger Warm Fuzzies version using the same pattern:
lousse on 10/9/13 at 12:35 am
cute…will make a one for me, have to try it
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Margot @ Coffee & Vanilla on 12/23/12 at 9:22 am
Beautiful!!! I just made some apple cosies couple of days ago and searching for more ideas found yours, love the idea of button and leaf… must try it! 🙂
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Jackie B on 11/29/12 at 4:12 am
OH gosh, these are the cutest ever!!! Such amazing talents, I wished I was creative like this.
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SteamyKitchen on 11/29/12 at 12:25 pm
Thank you! By the way, I am adoring all your photos from Malaysia – I want to try squid sambal!
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Jenna on 4/17/12 at 1:09 pm
I bet you could use the jackets over pin cushions.
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Kelley on 12/29/11 at 5:41 pm
See Also29 Gluten-Free Christmas Cookie Recipes - Gluten-Free Baking24 Summer Side Dish RecipesBuckeye Recipe -Best Candy Ever- Gonna Want SecondsMake Ahead Freezer Meals Quiche Recipe - SweetphiSo cute! Now I need to learn to crochet!
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Maribelle Steffy on 9/28/11 at 7:39 pm
I don’t see my name often, although I spell mine Maribelle. Just curious about you. I love to knit and crochet and do crazy patch work. Live in Pa.
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SteamyKitchen on 9/29/11 at 5:52 pm
I *love* your name!
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mali on 7/10/11 at 11:37 am
Cute…but a little too much 4 me! I prefer crocheted gloves or a scarf!!!!
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Kate Daly on 6/26/11 at 10:31 am
These are really fun and a great summer project. I especially like the group photo with the paper name tags! Awesome. . .
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Natasha @ Saved by the Egg Timer on 6/18/11 at 4:40 pm
This is so adorable I wish I knew how to crochet. I have a slight apple obsession and this is perfect.
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mk on 4/9/11 at 9:34 pm
Too cute!! I love them all.
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Sidiqa on 4/9/11 at 8:07 am
Gorgeous and adorable!
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Rachel on 3/27/11 at 9:11 pm
These are soooo sweet! I have two boys (almost 3 and 18-months). I think they would get a kick out of this. I may have to take up crochet just to try this out. 🙂
I just discovered your blog today and am now a fan!
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SteamyKitchen on 3/28/11 at 10:01 am
Nice to meet you Rachel! My kids call them “apple jackets”
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Sandy @ RE on 3/26/11 at 11:39 pm
Jade, I love these! (And I love to crochet!) Problem is, my kids are all teens now! LOL. xo
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Barbara on 3/25/11 at 2:00 am
Can you pretty please post YOUR crocheted apple cozy pattern?
Thanks very much! My son (12) wants to make these with me.
By the way, I’ve now knitted 4 of those flower scarves for gifts & for myself. Thanks for posting these wonderful inspiring
patterns. Keep them coming! Very hip!Reply
SteamyKitchen on 3/25/11 at 9:38 am
I followed the first pattern that I listed pretty closely – and made them while watching TV so I didn’t write down my pattern! ;=)
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cindy on 3/24/11 at 5:28 pm
those are some very cute ones, and i must admit i saw those before and was not quite sure WHY someone would make one but now it makes sense!
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Stacy Kong on 3/24/11 at 4:16 pm
Thanks so much for sharing! These are just too cute! I will definitely try making them.
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Diane {createdbydiane.blogspot.com} on 3/24/11 at 3:11 pm
Those apple covers are so super cute!!! Love them, wish I crocheted.
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Maribel on 3/24/11 at 2:14 pm
Love it!!! I am going to attempt making some of these!
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Asianmommy on 3/22/11 at 9:17 pm
These are so cute! Where in the world do you find the time to crochet?
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joey on 3/22/11 at 4:07 am
Make a judgement?? These are adorable! If apple cozies are foolish then I am the happy fool that wants one! I’ve already sent this post to my niece who knits and crochets in the hopes that she makes one for me 🙂 I am determined to own one (even if I can’t knit or crochet)!
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Janice Harper on 3/21/11 at 8:02 pm
I must say my first reaction was “What!?” A little too cute for me but then — a totally sensible, fun read followed and now I want a set of my own! Maybe it’s time for you to outsource — the perfect wrap for the teacher’s apple — add some padding and in no time they’ll be lunch box essentials!
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JayB on 3/21/11 at 6:47 am
Aww, those are too cute, and probably pretty useful too. I hate bruised fruits!
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rita on 3/21/11 at 5:35 am
those are so adorable! if only i have the patience to crochet or knit. hee-hee.
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Simone on 3/19/11 at 9:33 am
While For sure something I would never make ( not a knitting person!!) this is just so incredibly cute! Love it!!
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Mary at Deep South Dish on 3/18/11 at 10:29 pm
Adorable!! I love them all!!
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Mary on 3/18/11 at 6:16 pm
Very cute! Will you make other cozies for other fruit? 🙂
Btw, the Vegan Lunch Box version is knitted, not crocheted.
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Kiran @ KiranTarun.com on 3/18/11 at 3:53 pm
Amazing idea. Even my hubby’s lunchbox somehow manages to bruise an apple. Works like a charm 🙂
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Michelle on 3/18/11 at 3:14 pm
Wow, crafty and cute.
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vanessa on 3/18/11 at 3:11 pm
cute idea for a teacher gift 🙂
thanks for all the fun linkage.Reply
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