AirPods cases get bulky and scratched fast, and a crocheted cover is a quick fix that also makes a decent gift. These seven patterns take genuinely different approaches: two use a folded granny square, one uses an African Flower motif, one is amigurumi-style, and two are worked flat as a simple envelope or sleeve.
A small hook and cotton yarn cover most of these, since cotton holds a tighter stitch than acrylic at this scale. A couple of designs also call for a small button or a keychain clasp, worth checking before you start.
AirPods case patterns to explore
1. Granny Square AirPods Case
Designer Heini at Swool Nordic Design makes two granny squares, then joins them with single crochet around the edges, leaving one side open for the case to fit. It’s part of a two-pattern post that also includes a double-stranded sleeve version, so it’s an easy way to compare two constructions side by side.
2. Tiny Tote Bag AirPods Case
Sara at Little World of Whimsy built this one as a genuine tiny tote, complete with two handles, worked as a spiral around a foundation chain rather than seamed flat pieces. It’s an easy pattern to size up or down since it’s just a matter of adding or removing rounds.
3. African Flower Earphone Case
Annette at My Rose Valley used the African Flower motif for the front piece, worked in six petals of treble crochet, paired with a plain circular back piece and a button closure. It’s the most textured design on this list if you already know the African Flower stitch.
4. Unicorn Earbud Holder
Designer Jennifer Renaud of A Crocheted Simplicity went full amigurumi with this one: a unicorn face with embroidered eyes, a horn, ears, and yarn hair, built around a key ring. It’s more involved than the others here, but it’s the one actual kids will fight over.
5. Kitty Cat Earbud Case
Lily Sugar’n Cream at Yarnspirations keeps this one simple: a single crochet cover with embroidered cat details, stitched in 100% cotton. It’s the fastest pattern on this list if you want something finished the same afternoon.
6. Calliope Keychain Earbud Pouch
Designer Lisa Fox of Green Fox Farms Designs starts with a single mandala-style granny square, then folds the corners in like an envelope to form the pouch, with a button flap and a keyring loop. The same square doubles as a coaster or washcloth pattern elsewhere on her site if you want a matching set.
7. Backpack Keychain AirPods Case
Designer Nicole Riley of Nicki’s Homemade Crafts shrunk her mini backpack pattern down to keychain size, complete with carry straps, a button flap, and a working drawstring. It doubles as a stand-in for loose change or lip balm if you ever swap out the AirPods.
