Free Candle Cozy Crochet Pattern – Quick and Easy Handmade Gift
If you’re looking for a small project that adds a bit of handmade charm to your home – or the perfect last-minute gift – this Candle Cozy Crochet Pattern might just be the one.
The crochet candle cozy is the perfect crochet project for beginner crocheters.
Free Candle Cozy Crochet Pattern – A Quick and Easy Handmade Gift
With just a few rows of simple stitches, you can transform an ordinary jar candle into a farmhouse-style décor piece or a cozy little treasure for someone special. And best of all? You can whip one up in under an hour!
And, the jar can be reused long after the candle burns out!
And…it is a free crochet pattern on the blog.
Materials You’ll Need
- Yarn: DK (Light Worsted/8 ply) cotton yarn
Suggested: Elle Premier Cotton or Paintbox Cotton DK - Hook: 4 mm (G/6) crochet hook
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Glass jar candle – standard 7-8 cm diameter (Yankee or Woolies size works well)
- Optional: Ribbon, buttons, or twine for embellishment
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Why Use Cotton Yarn for a Candle Cozy?
Cotton yarn is the safest choice for a candle cozy because it’s heat-resistant and less likely to melt or burn compared to synthetic fibers like acrylic. Since candles generate heat—even through a glass jar—cotton provides a natural barrier that can handle warmth without warping, softening, or emitting harmful fumes. Always remember to keep your cozy snug but away from the open flame, and never use flammable yarns near heat sources.
Finished Size
Adjustable to fit most small-medium jar candles.
Sample size: Fits 23 cm (9 in) diameter x 9 cm (3.5 in) tall candle.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- 2 sc: means to single crochet twice in the next stitch
- blo – back loop only
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet in UK terms sc = dc
- dc – double crochet in UK terms dc = tr
- st(s) – stitch(es)
Crochet Pattern Notes
- The pattern is worked in the round, from the bottom up.
- Use stitch markers if needed to keep track of your rounds.
- Ch1 at start counts as one sc, unless otherwise stated.
- Cozy should fit snugly – cotton yarn will stretch slightly.
Candle Cozy Crochet Pattern
US terms
Written Pattern
Bottom (Base Circle):
Start by making a magic ring (or magic circle), but do not pull it closed yet.
Round 1: (All worked into the open magic ring)
Ch 1 (counts as first sc), work 5 sc.
Sl st into the top of the beginning ch. (6 sc)
Now pull the magic ring tight to close.
Round 2: (2 sc in each stitch)
Ch 1, sc in the same stitch, then work 2 sc in each of the next stitches to the end.
Join with a sl st. (12 sc)
Round 3: (sc, 2 sc repeat)
*Ch 1 (counts as sc), 2 sc in the next stitch*, sc in the following stitch – repeat from * to * around.
Sl st to close. (18 sc)
Round 4: (sc, sc, 2 sc repeat)
Ch 1 (counts as sc), sc in next stitch, 2 sc in following stitch – repeat to the end.
Sl st to join. (24 sc)
Round 5: (2 sc, 2 sc, sc, sc repeat)
Ch 1, sc in the same stitch, 2 sc in the next st, then sc in each of the next 2 stitches.
Repeat the sequence 2 sc, 2 sc, sc, sc around.
Sl st to close. (36 sc)
Adjust here if your candle base is smaller or larger. Stop increasing when the circle is the same size as your jar base
Sides (worked in rounds):
Round 6:
Ch 1, sc in the back loop only (blo) of each stitch around.
Join with a sl st. (36 sc)
Round 7:
Ch 1 (counts as sc), sc in each stitch around.
Join to close.
Rounds 8 to 15:
Repeat Round 7 until your cozy reaches the height of your candle jar – approximately 10 rounds, or until it aligns with the jar’s lid opening.
Round 16:
Ch 3, *dc in next stitch, ch 2, skip 2 stitches, dc in next stitch*.
Repeat from * to * around.
Join with a sl st.
Round 17:
Ch 1, sc in the same stitch.
Ch 3, sl st in base of the first ch (forms picot), sc in next ch-2 space from previous round, picot, sc into the next dc (from previous round) – repeat from * to * around.
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Optional Embellishment:
- Add a decorative row of sc in a contrasting color.
- Weave lace or ribbon through the ch-2 spaces from Round 16.
- Tie a bow and finish with a flower or any embellishment of your choice.
🧡 Why You’ll Love Candle Cozies:
- Quick and satisfying.
- Customizable for any season. Hand it out as a Christmas gift or for an appreciated Teacher (or neighbor).
- Change the single crochet stitch to a special stitch of your choice.
- Scrappy and stash-friendly.
- Great for handmade markets or hostess gifts.
CONCLUSION
There’s something so comforting about handmade touches in your home decor — and this candle cozy crochet pattern is one of those little projects that adds big charm. Whether you’re making it for yourself, as part of a gift basket, or to stock up for your next market, it’s quick, thoughtful, and oh-so-pretty.
Play with colors, textures, and embellishments to suit your style or the season, and don’t forget—cotton yarn is your best friend when working around warm jars.
I’d love to see your finished cozies! 💕 Tag me on Instagram @easyonthetongue or share it in your social media account of choice —let’s inspire one another, one stitch at a time.
Before you go…remember to browse the blog for more free patterns.
Happy crocheting!
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