Pretty, textured, and a little flirty - the Petalsurf Book Cover is perfect for coquette-core lovers, romantasy fans, and anyone who loves pairing soft colors with structured details. This design isn’t about using leftovers - it shines best when made with two contrasting yarns that pop. Delicate fans, looped petals, and layered stitches bring out a soft-but-bold energy that feels playful and feminine. Cotton or silky yarns in pastels, rose tones, or bold candy shades work beautifully here.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Starting Chain for This Size: 100 + 1
Finished Size: — 18.1 × 11 × 1.7 cm (7.12” × 4.33” × 0.67”)
Estimated Time: 12 hours of crocheting.
(Actual time may vary depending on your speed, stitch familiarity, and crafting habits)
Yarn Used: Cotton yarn Nr.10 in three colors
(lime green, pink, white) - approx. 30 g (lime), 30 g (pink), 10 g (white)

Gauge: 4.5 fan shells × 8 rows in pattern = 10 × 10 cm. Wrap your starting chain loosely around the width of your book (from front to back). Adjust chain count for a snug but not tight fit, always ending with a multiple of 10 plus 1.

Hook Size: 2.5 mm

Optional Materials: Fabric lining, magnetic closure, button or beads for detail