The start of the school season is one of my favorite times of the year. It’s a chance to reset, look over your yearly goals again and reassess, reflect on the fun of the summer, and finish the calendar year strong with set intentions.
Whether you are a student, teacher, or parent of school-aged kids, it can also be a hectic time of getting ready for the new school year and new transitions.
Thankfully, there is a plethora of fun and quick crochet ideas that you can make for the start of the school year. There are so many small things you can make for your kiddos that will keep you close to them as they enter a new school year.
With 50 school crochet patterns gathered, we’ve broken them down into four different categories for easier browsing: Crochet Organizers for School, Backpacks and Protective Cases to Crochet, School Accessories, and Getting Ready for School Around the House.
Happy hooking!
15 Crochet Patterns for Organization at School
Getting organized at the start of the school year helps avoid many issues later on in the year. Less skipped homework, lost coloring supplies and paperclips going everywhere.
Here are 15 patterns that will help you or your student stay and maintain order and organization from day one!
Keep your kiddo's at home desk or school desk cute and organized with these adorable mason jar cozy's that are owl themed!
Keep the owl theme going with a matching water bottle holder that looks like an owl! Not only is this adorable, but matching covers help your child stay organized!
Here's another adorable mason jar cozy for keeping your pens and pencils organized, but this time - pineapples! With individual pineapple leaves for pencil toppers, this adorable cozy makes it even easier to keep things organized!
Keep pencils in their own spot with this adorable pencil cozy! It's a clear visual organizer for what goes where!
If you're comfortable with sewing in zippers, this pencil pencil case is so cute and effective for storing all your pencil storing needs!
Keep your water bottle secure and clean with this magical mermaid tail water bottle cozy!
For the magical unicorn lovers, you can't beat this unicorn pencil pouch that comes with a horn and all.
For those looking for a more "adult" themed water bottle, we got you! Check out this boho-themed water bottle case or the many other great water bottle cozies we've collected for you here!
Carrying pencils, pens, markers and more to and from class is so much easier when you have a pencil pouch! For a basic, beginners level pouch pattern, check out Simple Crochet's pattern.
Add some eyes and a zipper smile for an adorable monster pouch! This pattern is simple and easy while being cute and unique!
Keep crayons organized and in one place with these oh-so-cute crayon pouches!
Who doesn't love a dino pencil case?! This pattern is a bit more intermediate, but it's so cute and worth learning a few new skills for!
Keep all your art supplies nice and neat in one spot! This organizer is made to fit right into a binder or folder for easy access and quick clean up!
Keep all your bits and bots organized in your work area with these cute little catch-alls. They're adorable and quick to make!
Keep your water bottle and phone secure with this double whammy water bottle holder.
10 Crochet Patterns for School Backpacks and Protective Cases
Making your child's backpack might not be the quickest project, but it definitely is a worthwhile one. You can create a backpack that meets you or your students unique needs, while also reflecting personality quirks best!
Along with some fun bookbag patterns to get you started, we've found a variety of protective cases you can make for laptops, tablets, phones and other electronic devices.
Perfect for the little ones entering Kinder or PreK for the first time, this adorable bear face Back to School backpack is easy to make and oh so cute!
Being a bigger size, this adorable Busy Bee Backpack is great for those kiddos entering early elementary grades.
Looking for something a bit more straightforward and beginners level? Don't worry, we got you there with this cute but straightforward kid sized backpack.
If you or your student are dinosaur obsessed, check out this adorable dino backpack, complete with spots and horns! Best for those who have experience working tapestry crochet.
With adorable organizer pockets in the front, this back to school themed backpack is cute and practicle for young students!
For those looking for a more subtle backpack design, check out this adorable striped backpack pattern. It's a classic design written for easy and quick make up.
Want something a little less than a backpack? Check out this easy and adorable striped sachel pattern! big enough to carry a small tablet or laptop, this satchel is great for a lighter class load.
This stunning granny square inspired gadget cover is so beautiful and can be worked up in whatever color pallet you want!
Another great color combo pattern, this fun retro pattern is worked with a corner-to-corner technique that any type of hooker can easily work!
Lastly, for those wanting something just slightly subtle, try these bold stripes with contrasting colors!
Getting Ready for School Around the House - 5 Crochet Patterns for the First Week of School
The start of the school year can bring on a lot of anxiety for students who may be going to a new school, starting classes for the first time, or who simply have a hard time letting go of summer.
What better way to get these kiddo's hyped then start setting the tone beforehand! You can make fun "Start of School" decorations and home items to set a happy and cheerful tone for the start of the school year.
For the student struggling with anxiety or separation, create their own little pocket owl scholar who can go to and from school with them each day! This is a great way to connect with your student and have them keep you close while at school.
To prep your child for a new school year, create these fun and cute Back-to-School stuffies. This may help your little one get comfortable with the idea of school and what to expect as well as get excited and talk out what makes them nervous.
Another great stuffie for the anxious child who needs some additional time and comfort to process the changes of a new school year. Or simply cute decoration to get your kiddo's back into the school mindset.
Have a college student? Get them ready with this handmade ID tag as they pack for college!
Set the tone in the home for the start of the school year with this adorable pencil table runner! Also makes for a great gift for a classroom teacher at the end of the school year.
20 Unique and Fun School Accessory Crochet Patterns!
For a super quick, low effort and skill last minute project, check out these 20 patterns of fun and playful accessories you can make for your student while at school!
From OT tools like finger grips that will help little hands write, to reusable cafeteria items, we've got school accessories for all ages of students!
Princess Crown Heart Crochet Pattern Pencil Topper DIY - Etsy
Pencil toppers are not only freaking adorable but so quick to make and such a cute way of reminding your student of your love for them, even when not home.
Pencil toppers are also a great way to help your kiddo keep their things organized and seperate from their classmates things.
If your kid is a chewer, pencil toppers will also be a great way to redirect what it is that they are chewing. Provide a necklace chew toy and top their pencil off with an adorable pencil topper!
Remind your child of how super they are to you with these adorable superhero pencil toppers!
If you have a kiddo who is learning to write or may struggle to hold their pencil, make them these accessible pencil grips! It makes their hold more comfortable and consistent.
Doubling as a fidget toy and a pencil topper, this adorable snake makes for a great companion during the school day.
Speaking of fidget toys, having something in your hands to play with can be extremely helpful for students who struggle to concerntrate for long periods of time. There are so many adorable and easy fidget toys you can crochet yourself to help your student stay responsible within the classroom while meeting their sensory needs.
This fun marble maze is the perfect fidget toy for students who seek repetitive motions and fun textures.
Not only is this octopus fidget toy so cute and adorable, but may also be a great toy for your kiddo who struggles to express how they are feeling. Make one side a happy side while the other side has a sad face. This can help with nonverbal communication between your child and the classroom teacher.
For the student who needs constant stimulation and movement, consider making them a fidget blanket! It is small enough to sit on their lap throughout class periods, while providing multiple forms of fidgeting so as to keep their hands busy and minds focused.
With marbles inside the snake to move around, this cute fidget toy is perfect for the student who needs to always have their hands moving. they'll make a great crocheter someday!
If your student has the viral fidget spinner, make them their own unique case to keep their spinner organized and less likely to lose.
Create your student their own unique bookmark that doubles as a ruler!
Have your kiddo personalize their backpack or lunchbox with these cute zipper pulls! They are super easy and quick to make.
Another cute way to customize your kiddo's stuff and also help them keep organized is with this adorable chapstick holder. Keep it securly in one place in your bookbag while expressing yourself with the colors chosen!
Keychains are another cute and easy way for self expression. Whether it's with this cute pencil keychain pattern or any small motif, it's a quick and easy way to make something unique and special for your student.
Make your kid their own unique and fun lunchbox! We love this adorable monster lunchbox that "eats" your kiddos lunch - how cute!
Another option is creating a reusable paper bag your kiddo can keep their snacks in within their lunchbox or backpack.
Reusable napkins might also be the right fit for you little one. Make them with cotton for easy absorption and quick washing.
Keep your apple safe from bruising within your lunchbox with this cute apple cover. It also makes for a cute teachers appreciation gift!