Present PJ Case in Deramores Studio Aran Acrylic - Downloadable PDF

Present PJ Case in Deramores Studio Aran Acrylic – Crochet Pattern Summary

Designed by Alison Holloway and published by Deramores, the Present PJ Case is a charming and practical crochet project that makes a delightful festive decoration or gift presentation piece. Available as a downloadable PDF, this pattern is rated as easy, making it an ideal project for beginner crocheters looking to build their skills while creating something truly special. The finished case measures approximately 30cm x 38cm, making it a generous size for storing pyjamas or other soft gifts, presented in the style of a wrapped Christmas present complete with a decorative bow and gift tag detail.

What Is Being Made

The Present PJ Case is a crochet pouch or case designed to look like a wrapped gift or present. It features a bold red central stripe running down the front to mimic ribbon, a separately crocheted bow and bow centre that are attached to finish the gift-wrap effect, and a small gift tag embellished with black embroidery thread. A red button is used as a fastening or decorative detail, adding a tactile and festive finishing touch. The overall aesthetic is playful and seasonal, perfect as a handmade holiday gift wrapping alternative or a keepsake decoration.

Materials Used

Yarn

• Deramores Studio Aran Acrylic is the specified yarn throughout this pattern
• 2 x 100g balls in Cyan (Yarn A) – used as the main body colour
• 1 x 100g ball in Poppy (Yarn B) – used for the central stripe, bow, and bow centre
• 1 x 100g ball in Jasmin (Yarn C) – used as an accent colour within the design

Hook and Extras

• 5mm crochet hook – the recommended hook size for this aran weight yarn
• Tapestry needle – for weaving in ends and assembling components
• 1 x 2cm red button – for fastening or decorative detail
• Small amount of black embroidery thread – for the gift tag detail

Tension

The pattern specifies a tension of 14 stitches and 12 rows in half treble crochet (htr) over 10cm. Achieving the correct tension is important to ensure the finished case reaches the intended dimensions of approximately 30cm x 38cm. Beginners are encouraged to work a tension swatch before starting the main project.

Stitches Used

• Half Treble Crochet (htr) – the primary stitch used throughout the main body of the case, worked in rows
• Double Crochet (dc) – used in select sections of the pattern
• Chain (ch) – used for foundation chains and turning chains
• Slip Stitch (sl st) – used for joining and finishing

Techniques and Construction Notes

The Present PJ Case is worked in flat rows, with the main body constructed using the half treble crochet stitch as the foundation fabric. A key technique in this pattern is colour changing, which is used to create the distinctive red central stripe that runs down the front of the case to simulate gift ribbon. Colour changes are executed by pulling through the new colour on the last yarn over of the previous stitch, a standard and clean method for achieving neat colour transitions in crochet.

The pattern notes suggest working with two separate balls of Yarn A simultaneously – one on each side of the central red stripe – so that yarn does not need to be carried across the back of the work. This technique reduces the number of ends to weave in and results in a neater finish on the wrong side of the fabric, which is particularly helpful for beginners learning to manage multiple colours.

Important construction notes include:

• The turning