🎅 Festive & Fun Crochet Cup Cozy with Peppermint Accent – Beginner-Friendly Pattern You’ll Love

Looking for a cheerful holiday-themed crochet project that’s as fun to make as it is useful? This
Christmas Crochet Cup Cozy featuring a charming peppermint swirl applique is just the thing!
This beginner-friendly pattern is quick to complete, uses basic stitches, and turns any coffee or cocoa cup into a festive treat.
Whether you’re crafting for your next Christmas market, preparing thoughtful handmade gifts, or just love cozying up with holiday crafts, this cozy will hit the sweet spot.

With its eye-catching red and white candy-inspired design, the cup sleeve protects your hands from hot beverages and adds a splash of seasonal cheer to your mug.
This project is ideal for beginners, gift-givers, and those looking for a quick and profitable craft fair idea.
Get your hooks ready and let’s start stitching the holidays

🧵 Required Materials

• Worsted weight (medium 4) yarn in red and white
• Suggested: 100% acrylic or cotton for easy wash and durability
• Crochet hook size 5.0 mm (H/8)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Stitch marker (optional)
• Measuring tape

🪡 Techniques You Need to Know

• Chain (ch) – Foundation row and turning stitches
• Single Crochet (sc) – Dense stitch for the base
• Slip Stitch (sl st) – For joining and edge work
• Double Crochet (dc) – Adds texture to peppermint
• Color Changing – Alternating red and white for swirl
• Whipstitch – To attach the applique to the cozy

👣 Step-by-Step Instructions

🎄 Base Cozy

1. Ch 32 (or enough to wrap around your cup snugly)
2. Join with sl st to form a ring, ch 1
3. Rounds 1–10: sc in each stitch around, join with sl st
4. Finish off and weave in ends

🍬 Peppermint Swirl

1. With red yarn, magic ring
2. Repeat 6 times:
   – Ch 3, 3 dc in ring, switch to white
   – 3 dc in ring, ch 3, sl st
3. Pull tight and fasten off
4. Sew onto the cozy using whipstitch

🍥 Edging (Optional Candy Cane Twist)

1. Join white yarn to top edge
2. Sl st around loosely
3. Repeat with red yarn, weaving between white stitches
4. Fasten off and tuck ends

💡 Creative Uses & Styling Ideas

• 🎁 Holiday Gift Idea: Add to a hot cocoa basket
• ☕ Everyday Use: Use on your favorite reusable cup
• 🧑‍🎄 Craft Fair Bestseller: Great for seasonal markets
• 🎄 Christmas Decor: Adds festive charm to your home

🎯 Pro Tips

• Keep stitches tight for a snug fit
• Use stitch markers if you’re new to working in rounds
• Adjust size with more or fewer chains
• Cotton yarn offers more structure
• Position applique carefully for balance

<< This is an approximate version of the design shown in the video. For exact steps, details, and sizing, please watch the tutorial or check our store for the full PDF pattern. >>

📺 Video Tutorial