Add a touch of handmade charm to everyday life with the Grandma & Grandpa Face Glasses Holders, a crochet project that’s as practical as it is adorable! 🧶👓 Featuring flat circular heads, spiral ears, a stuffed nose, blush circles, button eyes, and a sweet embroidered smile, these holders are designed to keep glasses safe while bringing a smile to your face. The optional grandma hair curls add an extra layer of personality, making each version unique and full of character.
Both designs share the same simple base pattern, with the only difference being the hair detail—so you can easily create a matching pair! Whether you’re making them as a thoughtful gift, a fun décor piece, or a handy accessory for yourself, the Grandma & Grandpa Face Glasses Holders are a joyful way to crochet functionality, whimsy, and a sprinkle of handmade magic—one loop at a time! 🧵✨💕
Crochet Grandma & Grandpa Glasses Holders Pattern
These adorable character coasters are designed to gently hold your eyeglasses in place using a raised nose, soft cheeks, and little ears. Make the Grandpa version, the Grandma version with cute curls, or both as a charming and practical set. Perfect for bedside tables, desks, and handmade gift-giving.
🧶 Materials
- Worsted or 3–4 mm cotton yarn
- Beige (skin)
- Pink (cheeks)
- White (Grandma hair)
- Black (smile)
- 3.0 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- 12–14 mm black buttons for eyes
- Scissors
- A pair of eyeglasses to display on the finished holder
🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
MR – magic ring
FO – fasten off
🧁 Face Base (Both Grandma & Grandpa)
Face Panel
Use beige yarn.
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
R8: (6 sc, inc) ×6 (48)
R9: (7 sc, inc) ×6 (54)
R10: (8 sc, inc) ×6 (60)
FO and weave in.
Decorative Outer Border
Work a round of surface slip stitches around the final round to create the thick, braided rim.
Insert hook under the top loops of R10 and surface sl st around (60 sl sts).
This creates the raised edging seen on the design.
🐽 Nose
Use beige yarn.
R1: MR, 6 (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: 18 sc
R5: dec ×6 (12)
Lightly stuff.
FO leaving tail for sewing.
Sew to the center of the face.
😊 Cheeks
Use pink yarn.
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
FO.
Sew cheeks diagonally below the eye placement area, one on each side of the nose.
👂 Ears
Use beige yarn.
R1: MR, 6 (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
FO and flatten slightly.
Sew to each side of the face, aligned with the cheeks.
👀 Eyes
Use 12–14 mm black buttons.
Sew them above the nose, spaced closely together—about 3–4 stitches apart.
😄 Smile
Use black yarn.
Surface stitch a small, gentle curve:
- Begin 2–3 rounds below the nose
- Work a short line of surface sl sts
- Lift the ends slightly upward for a friendly smile
👴 Grandpa Version
Hair
No hair elements needed.
The face remains clean and simple.
Assembly
Place eyeglasses resting on the nose.
The small ears help support the arms of the glasses.
👵 Grandma Version
Hair Curls
Use white yarn.
Make 7–8 curls:
ch 8, sl st to first ch to form a ring
12 sc into ring
FO each curl
Sew curls along the top of the face in a soft arc from left to right, overlapping slightly.
Assembly
Place glasses over the bridge of the nose and tuck the arms behind the ears for stability.
🌟 Finishing Touches
- Weave in all yarn ends neatly
- Lightly flatten or steam-block the face if needed
- Adjust cheek and smile placement for expression
- Position glasses on the nose and admire your work
These charming Grandma and Grandpa glasses holders make delightful companions for your nightstand or workspace. They keep your glasses safe while adding warmth and personality to any room. Personalize them with different yarn shades, curls, or smiles to create your own unique set. Happy crocheting! 🧶💛
