Free Crochet Coffee Cup Cozy: Frosted Mornings – Perfect for the Holidays
This free crochet coffee cup cozy pattern is designed to evoke the nostalgia of frosty mornings. The smell of spiced candles. And the joy of embracing the colder weather with coziness in mind.
As the air turns crisp and the golden leaves crunch underfoot, there’s nothing better than wrapping your hands around a steaming cup of your favorite seasonal drink. Whether it’s a pumpkin spice latte, hot chocolate, or a cozy brew on a chilly walk, the Frosted Mornings Cup Cozy adds an extra layer of warmth and charm to your fall and winter rituals.
It is perfect for confident beginners. This crochet cup cozy features the puff stitch and half double crochet stitches to create a striking, unisex texture.
Perhaps best of all, it’s a quick make—taking me less than 30 minutes to crochet from start to finish. So it’s an ideal last-minute gift idea for the holiday season. Whether you’re treating yourself or crafting thoughtful handmade presents for loved ones, this simple yet satisfying project is sure to bring warmth to every sip.
Grab your yarn, a hook, and settle in for a relaxing crochet session—because frosty mornings were made for moments like these.
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Inspiration behind this crochet cup cozy design
The inspiration for the Frosted Mornings Cup Cozy came from the simple joy of sipping a warm drink on a chilly day. Whether it’s the crisp air of fall or the frosty mornings of winter, there’s something magical about wrapping your hands around a steaming cup of something delicious. For me that is hot chocolate – what’s yours?
I wanted to create a design that not only captures this cozy feeling but also serves as a practical and thoughtful gift idea. This crochet cup cozy is quick to make—it takes me less than 30 minutes—making it perfect for last-minute gifting. Pair it with a reusable coffee cup and a gift card to a favorite coffee shop for a thoughtful and eco-friendly present anyone would love.
The unisex texture, created with the puff stitch and half double crochet stitches, ensures that the Frosted Mornings Cup Cozy is suitable for everyone, no matter their style. And while it’s perfect for the colder months, it’s also incredibly versatile—offering protection from the cold condensation of iced drinks during warmer weather. Whether you’re crafting for yourself or gifting to a loved one, this free crochet pattern combines functionality, style, and heartfelt thoughtfulness in one easy-to-make project.
More Coffee Cup Cozy Designs…
This is not my first cup cozy design! I have something for everyone. Here are five of my favourites for you to check out if you have time:
- The Richard Cup Cozy – This one is a great free pattern on my blog post and popular!
- Granny’s Cup Cozy is free on the blog post – but also sells like hotcakes in my shops!
- Looking for something a little bit more colourful? Try the Buffalo Check Cup Cozy! It’s also free on the blog post.
- The Sunflower Cup Cozy – of course I HAD to have a sunflower one! – is a paid pattern and looks fabulous!
- The Strawberry Cup Cozy is another paid pattern that is great for intermediate and experienced crocheters. It is such a fun one and looks fabulous!
Construction of this design
The Frosted Mornings Cup Cozy is worked seamlessly in the round. So there’s no need for seaming or additional finishing steps.
Each round is crocheted with the right side facing you, keeping the process straightforward and beginner-friendly.
There is also no increasing or decreasing to worry about, making it a relaxing project for confident beginners. Or a satisfying quick make for experienced crocheters.
Additionally, the pattern includes a note on how and when to add extra repeats if you’d like a taller cozy. So it is easy to customize it for someone with larger hands—such as a male recipient. This versatility ensures the cozy can be tailored to fit perfectly while maintaining its stylish, unisex texture.
The Yarn
When it comes to crocheting cup cozies, I always recommend using cotton yarn or a high-content cotton blend. Cotton is the ideal choice for a project like the Frosted Mornings Cup Cozy crochet pattern because it retains its shape even in high temperatures, washes well, and remains durable over time. Unlike acrylics, which can stretch, lose their form, and look worn after only a few uses, cotton maintains its structure and continues to look fresh and functional for years.
Cotton also provides superior protection against the heat of your cup, ensuring your hands stay comfortable and safe. This is especially important for safety reasons—using a material that can handle the heat minimizes the risk of scalding or spilling the contents of your drink.
My story time ….
I learned this lesson the hard way once when I went to the cinema with my daughter and some friends. The adults each bought hot drinks to bring with us. Unfortunately, my tea was so hot that the paper cup they put it in couldn’t handle it. The heat caused the plastic lid to pop off, and the cup crumpled in my hands. In an attempt to keep the tea from spilling on the children, I ended up burning my hands and had to be treated by a first aider for scalds! They kindly gave me a new tea. Thankfully, I had a cup cozy in my bag (I know, I should have used it in the first place!). Not only did the cozy protect my hands, but it also helped the cup keep its shape.
This experience reinforced just how important it is to use the right materials, and that’s why I always recommend cotton for your cup cozies. Whether you’re crafting for yourself or making a thoughtful gift, cotton ensures your cozy is both beautiful and practical for daily use.
Can I get the PDF pattern?
At this time I have decided to only offer this pattern as a free pattern on my blog. However, the PDF Pattern will be able during certain events.
That is not to say that it will not appear in my shops soon in some form. I am planning on trying something a little different with this one so stay tuned!
12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS EVENT
On Friday 13th December from 7am EST and for 24 hours only you can download this pattern as a free pdf as part of my annual 12 Days of Christmas Event with Kristine from Ambassador Crochet.
All you have to do is click on the image below and scroll to the bottom of the next page for your direct download.
The pattern specifics:
Materials:
#4 weight cotton yarn of your choosing – approx 45 yards 5mm hook Scissors Tapestry needle Stitch Markers optional to mark first or last stitch of the row. Measuring Tape optional. |
Gauge:
| Does not matter as long as tension is consistent. Your cozy should be approximately 4” wide when laid flat. |
Sizing:
This crochet coffee cup cozy pattern will fit a 20 oz starbucks cup, (or a costa takeaway cup if you are in Europe)
Abbreviations used:
| Ch(s) – chain(s) St(s) – stitch(es) FHDC – foundation Half double crochet YO – yarn over hdc – half double crochet CaS – camel stitch – also known as hdc in the third loop Ps – puff stitch SS – slip stitch |
Other notes:
| Written in US terms. Ch stitches at the beginning do not count as a st unless otherwise stated. The Ch after the Ps does count as a st. The stitch multiple is 2 Pattern is written for #4 weight cotton yarn |
Special Stitches:
Camel stitch: The camel stitch is done by inserting your hook into the 3rd loop of an HDC stitch, which, for this pattern, is in the back of the work (since we’re working in rounds). This pushes the top 2 V’s to face more outward, thus creating a “knit stitch” look. Complete an HDC in the 3rd loop of the HDC from the previous row.
You can find my video on this at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUuktGH7tmw&t=30s
Foundation hdc: You can find a good tutorial on this here at 14:20 mark.
Right handed – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPHOG4VIi_Q&t=2s
Left handed – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqkTFzCja-A&t=347s
Puff stitch: YO, insert hook into next st to be worked, YO and pull through. *YO, insert hook into same st, YO and pull through* Rep from * to * twice more. YO and pull through all 9 loops on hook.
The free Frosty Morning Crochet Coffee Cup Cozy Pattern:
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Round 1: Ch 30, hdc in third ch from hook and each ch across. SS to join (28)
Round 2: Ch1, camel st in each st around. SS to join (28)
Round 3: Ch2, Ps in first st, ch1, sk1, *Ps in next st, ch1, sk1* Rep from * to * around. SS to first Ps to join. (14 SP sts, 14 ch1 sts)
Round 4: Ch2 (counts as a hdc), hdc in next st and each st around. SS to join. (28)
Rounds 5-8: Rep rounds 3 and 4 twice more.
Note: at this point you can repeat rounds 3 and 4 once or twice more if you would like a slightly taller cozy.
Round 9: Rep round 2
FO and weave in ends.
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