Bubble Gum Braids Book Cover by Marija Menaker

Bubble Gum Braids Book Cover

Crochet
August 2026
DK (11 wpi) ?
26 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
2.0 mm
306 - 312 yards (280 - 285 m)
18.6 x 12.5 x 2.5 cm (7.3 x 4.9 x 1 in)
US
English
This pattern is available from artmorfic.com for $8.00.

Skill Level: Advanced

Finished Size: 18.6 x 12.5 x 2.5 cm (7.3 x 4.9 x 1 in)

Fits a book approximately 18.1 x 11 x 1.5 cm (7.1 x 4.3 x 0.6 in)

To Customize Size: The cover can be customized by adding or removing complete loop sections equally on both sides of the spine while keeping the 6-stitch spine centered. To customize the height, work more or fewer repeats of Rows 3-6 before weaving the loops together. If the height is adjusted significantly, adjust the flap foundation chain to match the finished height of the cover.

Yarn Used: 1.5mm nylon cord, denim blue and pink, approximately 113g total

Gauge: 26 stitches x 36 rows per 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in)

Hook Size: 2 mm

Materials: stitch markers or pins, tapestry needle, scissors, 2 small buttons (~ 1 cm)

Abbreviations (US terms):

Ch - chain

Sl st - slip stitch

Sc - single crochet

Dc - double crochet

Fpdc - front post double crochet

Blo Sc - single crochet worked into the back loop only

Flo Sc - single crochet worked into the front loop only

Blo Dc - double crochet worked into the back loop only

Flo Dc - double crochet worked into the front loop only