Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.
Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.
A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.
Designed to fit steering wheels with a 14.5-15 inch diameter, this cover adds a personalized handmade touch to your vehicle while providing a comfortable grip. The pattern also includes bonus instructions for matching seatbelt covers with button closures.
I absolutely love this pattern because it combines practicality with creativity in such a fun way. The join-as-you-go method makes assembly so much easier than traditional granny square projects, and watching those daisy squares come together into a perfect circle is incredibly satisfying. I especially enjoy how customizable it is - you can choose any color combination to match your car's interior or express your personality. The adorable smiley faces add such a cheerful touch to everyday driving, and the optional seatbelt covers let you create a coordinated set. Plus, knowing that every time you get in your car you'll see something you made with your own hands brings such joy to the mundane routine of commuting.
I love experimenting with this pattern to create unique variations that match different styles and personalities. For a more sophisticated look, I've made versions using solid neutral colors throughout - think cream, gray, and soft taupe - which gives an elegant, minimalist vibe perfect for luxury car interiors.
Sometimes I'll add metallic yarn to the daisy centers for a touch of sparkle that catches the light while driving. You could also try making all the squares in a rainbow gradient, starting with deep purple and transitioning through blues, greens, yellows, and ending with red for a cheerful bohemian feel.
For seasonal variations, I've created autumn-themed covers using burnt orange, deep red, and golden yellow, or winter versions with icy blues, silvers, and whites. Instead of smiley faces, you could embroider different motifs on each square - hearts, stars, initials, or even tiny cars!
The seatbelt covers can be customized too - try making several sets in different colors to swap out based on your mood or the season. I've even made themed sets as gifts, like pastel colors with bunny faces for Easter, or red and green with snowflake embroidery for Christmas.
For added functionality, some crocheters work a small pocket into one of the squares to hold toll cards or parking passes. The possibilities are truly endless with this versatile pattern!
Transform your daily commute with this charming handmade steering wheel cover featuring adorable daisy squares and smiley faces. This detailed pattern guides you through creating ten connected granny squares that form a perfect circle to fit your steering wheel. Complete with ruffled edges and optional matching seatbelt covers, this project combines practical functionality with whimsical design to brighten up your car interior.
With 3.5mm hook and smiley face color, make magic circle. Ch 3 (counts as first DC), work 11 DC in circle (12 DC total). Sl st to top of ch 3.
Ch 3, DC in same st. Work 2 DC in each of remaining 11 sts (24 sts total including ch 3). Sl st to top of ch 3. Cut yarn and fasten off.
Join new color (daisy petal color) in any st. First cluster: Ch 3, *yarn over, insert hook, pull through, yarn over, pull through first 2 loops*, repeat 2 more times (4 loops on hook). Yarn over, pull through all 4 loops, ch 2. For remaining clusters: work full cluster st in every other st around with ch 2 between each (12 cluster sts total). Sl st to first cluster, cut yarn, fasten off.
Join base color in any ch 2 space. Ch 3, work 2 DC in same space (first corner). *Work 3 HDC in next space, 3 HDC in following space. In next space work 3 DC, ch 2, 3 DC (corner)*. Repeat from * until reaching final space where you placed first 3 DC. In that space add 3 DC, ch 2, sl st to top of ch 3. Cut yarn and fasten off.
Make 10 total daisy squares following rounds 1-3. Complete round 4 only on first square.
Join yarn in top left corner of completed square and pull up a loop. Grab a completed daisy.
Place 3 DC between 2 cluster sts on new daisy. Sl st to space between corner and 3 HDC set on original square.
Work 3 HDC in next daisy space, sl st to next space on original square. Repeat once more: 3 HDC between next cluster sts, sl st to next space of original square.
Work 3 DC between next cluster sts, sl st into ch 2 corner space of original square.
Continue around new daisy as normal: 3 DC, 3 HDC, 3 HDC, 3 DC, ch 2, 3 DC in same space, 3 HDC, 3 HDC, 3 DC, ch 2, 3 DC in same space, 3 HDC, 3 HDC, 3 DC. Sl st to corner of original square (sl st replaces ch 2). Cut yarn and fasten off.
Follow same joining process as squares 2-9 to attach one side to previous square.
Work next side as normal: 3 DC, 3 HDC, 3 HDC, 3 DC.
Join top of new square to bottom of very first square: Sl st to bottom corner of first square. Place 3 DC in same daisy space. Sl st to next space of first square. Work 3 HDC in next daisy space, sl st to next space of first square. Repeat: 3 HDC between next cluster sts, sl st to next space. Work 3 DC between next cluster sts, sl st to ch 2 corner of first square.
Finish final side: 3 DC, 3 HDC, 3 HDC, 3 DC, sl st to corner of square to left. All squares now form continuous circle.
With 5mm hook, attach yarn anywhere on cover edge. Ch 3. Work 1 DC in every st around. At corners/ch 2 spaces, place 1 DC. Sl st to top of ch 3.
To change colors each square: Begin DC (yarn over, insert, pull through, yarn over, pull through 2 loops), then pull through with new color. Continue with new color.
Join yarn, ch 1, sc in same st. *Skip 1 st, work 3 DC in following st. Skip 1 st, sc in next st*. Repeat around. Sl st to first ch, cut yarn, fasten off.
Repeat ruffle on opposite side of cover.
Weave in all loose ends.
With tapestry needle and black yarn, insert from back between cluster sts, halfway down outside DC row. Insert back through just below top of middle circle (first eye).
Insert needle about 1cm down from eye, halfway through middle circle. Stitch across to halfway through outside DC (smile line).
Stitch mouth following line between DC rows, going in and out around each DC until halfway through middle circle on opposite side.
Create second eye mirroring first: between opposite cluster sts, halfway down second DC row, back through below top of middle circle.
Create second smile line mirroring first. Follow back through mouth line, covering gaps. Weave in ends.
Make 2 daisies with 3.5mm hook (rounds 1-3 only). Join together using join-as-you-go method.
With 5mm hook, work 1 DC in every st around. At corners/ch 2 spaces: work 2 DC, ch 2, 2 DC in same space.
With cover horizontal, start in top right corner of right square. Ch 1, sc in corner, skip st, 3 DC in next st. Repeat to end of side, ending with sc in corner.
Work sc in each st around remaining sides. In corners/ch 2 spaces work 2 sc. Sl st to first sc when you return to start.
Sew 3 buttons securely to left side: top left corner of top square, between 2 squares on left, bottom left corner of bottom square. Buttons fit through ruffle gaps on opposite side.
Weave in loose ends.
Strongly recommended to reinforce cover by sewing to steering wheel. Thread yarn through cover on both sides with tapestry needle, tie knot, weave back and forth through stitches. On sides where you cannot go through both front and back, carry yarn on backside then continue. Tie off and weave in end. Alternative: tie shorter yarn pieces every few inches around. Another option: use rubber grip on wheel before placing cover.
This delightful steering wheel cover pattern brings handmade charm to your everyday commute with colorful daisy granny squares and cheerful smiley faces. The join-as-you-go construction method makes assembly a breeze while creating just the right amount of stretch for a perfect fit. Customize it with your favorite color combinations and add matching seatbelt covers for a complete coordinated look. Your daily drive will never be the same once you wrap your hands around this cozy, personalized creation! 🚗🌼✨
This pattern is designed to fit steering wheels with a 14.5-15 inch diameter. If your steering wheel is larger or smaller, you may need to adjust by adding or removing squares, or changing your hook size to adjust the gauge.
While the pattern specifies medium weight (4) yarn, you can use different weights as long as you adjust your hook size accordingly and check your gauge. Each square should measure 3.5 x 3.5 inches for the cover to fit properly.
The cluster stitch creates the daisy petals. Start like a DC but don't complete it - leave loops on your hook. Repeat this process 4 times total (first cluster has 4 loops, subsequent ones have 5 loops), then yarn over and pull through all loops at once. Chain 1 to secure.
Yes, reinforcement is strongly recommended for safety. An unsecured cover can slip while driving, which is dangerous. You can sew it on with yarn, tie it at intervals, or use rubber grip underneath.
Start a DC as normal in the corner space, but don't complete the final yarn over. Instead, drop the old color and pull through with the new color, then continue working DCs with the new color for that square's section.
Absolutely! The smiley faces are optional embellishments. Your steering wheel cover will be complete and functional without them if you prefer a simpler look or different decoration.
