Crochet Project: Crochet Hook Case

My crochet hooks and tape measures tend to float around the house where I can never find them, so I poked around on the internet and got this free pattern.

This crochet hook case would make a great weekend project. It took me about 10-12 hours start to finish. It wouldn't be too hard for an intermediate-beginner. Sewing on the pocket on the inside was the most difficult part, and that just required a bit of concentration.

To make the ties:
Ch approx 80. Sl st into 2nd ch from hook and into each ch to end. Sl st tie to the middle of one of the short sides of the case. Sc into same st at sl st. Sc around the case (long sides: sc into each sc; short sides: sc as needed to prevent puckering). When you come back to the first tie, chain approx 80. Sl st into 2nd ch from hook and into ea ch. Sl st into same st that began the tie. Fasten off.

Block well before assembly.

(This cost me $2.00 for a skein of yarn, but I've seen similar cases or fabric cases online for up to $60.)