Y2K Butterfly Crochet Nose Warmer Free Pattern

Y2K Butterfly Crochet Nose Warmer Free Pattern

Introduction

This little nose warmer is for anyone who wants a fast, fun, and unapologetically Y2K accessory—beginners included. It is just a simple flat rectangle of bright pink single crochet, seamed into a cozy tube, then topped with a tiny purple butterfly appliqué. The solid single-crochet fabric is soft, slightly ridged, and stretchy enough to hug your nose comfortably. It works up in under an hour, which makes it a perfect quick gift, photo prop, or last-minute party favor.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight (4) acrylic yarn—approximately 20 yards bright pink (Color A) and 5 yards purple (Color B).
• Hook: 5.0 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
• Notions: Tapestry needle for seaming and weaving in ends, scissors, and a stitch marker (optional).
• Finished size: Approximately 3.5 inches wide x 2.5 inches tall (flat). It stretches to fit the nose comfortably.

Abbreviations

• ch – chain: make a loop of yarn and pull it through the loop on your hook.
• sc – single crochet: insert hook, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through both loops.
• hdc – half double crochet: yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through all three loops.
• dc – double crochet: yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
• sl st – slip stitch: insert hook, yarn over, pull through both the stitch and the loop on your hook.
• st(s) – stitch(es).
• rnd – round.

Gauge

Gauge is 4 stitches per inch in single crochet. To check it, work a small swatch of single crochet and measure 4 stitches across; adjust your hook size if needed so the finished rectangle comes out about 3.5 inches wide.

Tips Before You Start

• Keep your single crochet tension even so the tube stretches smoothly over the nose without gaps.
• Leave a long tail (about 12 inches) when you fasten off the rectangle—you will use it to seam the tube.
• Work the butterfly wings loosely so the small ring stays open and the wings lie flat.
• Sew the butterfly on after the tube is turned right side out, so it sits on the outside front center.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Nose Warmer (Color A)

Row 1: Ch 15, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across (14 sc).

Rows 2-10: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (14 sc).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for seaming.

Butterfly (Color B)

Wing 1: Ch 4, join with sl st to form a ring. [Ch 3, 3 dc, ch 3, sl st] in ring. Fasten off.

Wing 2: Join B to same ring, [ch 3, 3 dc, ch 3, sl st] in ring. Fasten off.

Wing 3: Join B to same ring, [ch 2, 2 hdc, ch 2, sl st] in ring. Fasten off.

Wing 4: Join B to same ring, [ch 2, 2 hdc, ch 2, sl st] in ring. Fasten off. Weave in ends, leaving the center open.

Body: Join B to center ring, ch 3, 2 dc in ring, ch 3, sl st in ring. Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Antennae: Cut two 2-inch lengths of B, fold each in half, and attach to the top of the body with a lark's head knot. Trim the ends.

Assembly and Finishing

Fold the nose warmer rectangle in half widthwise with right sides together. Using the long tail and a tapestry needle, whipstitch (or slip stitch with your hook) the two short edges together to form a tube. Turn the tube right side out. Sew the butterfly to the front center of the nose warmer. Weave in all remaining ends. Lightly steam or block the piece flat if desired, then let it dry completely before wearing.

Pro Tips and Variations

• Swap the pink for any bright color and the butterfly for a heart or star to match your outfit.
• Add a second butterfly on the back of the tube for a double-sided look.
• Use a soft cotton blend instead of acrylic for a cooler, more breathable version.