Welcome to the sweetest stop on our crochet journey! The “Strawberry Coquette” Cottage is a dreamy, vintage-inspired caravan that perfectly captures the trending coquette aesthetic. Dressed in shades of strawberry milk pink and berry red, this miniature home features a charming two-tone exterior, a striped scalloped awning, and an interior overflowing with romance. Inside, you’ll find a plush white sofa piled high with giant strawberry cushions, a delicate tea set ready for a garden party, and pink gingham curtains tied with dainty bows.

This project is a structural miniature designed for display or gentle play. To ensure the caravan maintains its classic teardrop shape and the walls remain rigid enough to support the interior cabinetry, we strictly use the “3-Layer Sandwich Method” (Yarn – Plastic Canvas – Yarn). This technique creates sturdy, architectural walls that won’t sag. We will use a standard hook for the main shell and a precision micro-hook for the tiny tea set and strawberry seeds.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Materials & Tools

• Yarn: Sport or DK weight cotton yarn (Mercerized cotton recommended for definition).

  – Strawberry Red: Lower exterior, strawberries.

  – Pastel Pink: Upper exterior, strawberries, cabinets, curtains.

  – Cream/White: Interior walls, sofa, tea set, hubcaps.

  – Mint Green: Fenders, awning stripes, strawberry leaves.

  – Light Wood/Beige: Floor.

  – Black: Tires.

• Hooks:

  – 2.5mm (Size C/2): For the caravan shell, floor, sofa, and large strawberries.

  – 1.5mm (Steel Hook): CRITICAL for the tea set, cabinet knobs, and tiny bows.

• Structure: 6-7 sheets of Plastic Canvas (7-mesh stiffness).
• Other: Fiberfill stuffing, pink satin ribbon (narrow) for bows, embroidery floss (Yellow for seeds/rug), tapestry needle, fabric glue.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR: Magic Ring
• Ch: Chain
• Sc: Single Crochet
• Hdc: Half Double Crochet
• Dc: Double Crochet
• Inc: Increase (2 sc in one st)
• Dec: Decrease (invisible decrease)
• BLO: Back Loop Only
• Sl st: Slip Stitch
• Bobble: Cluster stitch for sofa texture.

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Part 1: The Cottage Structure (Sandwich Method)

Use Hook Size: 2.5mm

1. The Floor Base

Make 2 identical panels using Light Wood/Beige yarn.

1. Row 1: Ch 26. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (25)
2. Row 2-40: Sc across. (Rectangle approx 4″ x 6.5″).
3. Fasten off Panel 1. Keep yarn attached to Panel 2.

Assembly: Cut plastic canvas to size. Sandwich between the two panels. Sc around the perimeter through both layers to seal.

2. The Two-Tone Shell (U-Shaped)

This forms the Left Wall (Window side), Roof, and Right Wall (Open side frame). The exterior is split horizontally by color.

Panel A: Exterior (Red & Pink)

• Start with Strawberry Red.
• Row 1: Ch 91 (Length to cover Left Side + Roof + Right Side). Sc across. (90)
• Row 2-15: Sc across (Red Bottom Section).
• Change to Pastel Pink.
• Row 16-35: Sc across (Pink Top Section).
• Window Cutout: On the “Left Wall” section, Ch 12, Sk 12 to create a rectangular window.
• Fasten off.

Panel B: Interior (Cream)

• Use Cream yarn for the entire piece to keep the interior bright. Match dimensions and window gaps of Panel A.

Assembly:

• Cut plastic canvas strip (with window hole).
• Sandwich canvas between Panel A and Panel B.
• Join: Sc around the perimeter through both layers. Use Red for the bottom edge and Pink for the top.
• Shape: Bend into a U-shape arch. Sew the bottom edges to the Floor Base.
• Back Wall: Create a separate sandwich panel (Red bottom/Pink top) to close the back of the caravan. Sew in place.

3. The Side Awning

Use Mint Green and Pink.

• Row 1: Ch 14. Sc across in Mint.
• Row 2: Change to Pink. Sc across.
• Row 3: Mint. Sc across.
• Row 4: Pink. *Sk 1, 3 Dc in next, Sk 1, Sl st* repeat across to create a scalloped edge.
• Sew above the window on the exterior.

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Part 2: The Coquette Interior

Use Hook Size: 2.5mm for furniture.

1. The Tufted Sofa

Use Cream/White yarn.

• Base: Ch 15. Sc 10 rows. (Seat). Sandwich with plastic canvas.
• Backrest: Ch 15. Sc 8 rows.

  Tufting: Every 3rd stitch on every 3rd row, work a Bobble Stitch (or French Knot later) to create the plush texture. Sandwich with canvas.

• Assembly: Sew Backrest to Seat. Crochet simple block armrests (Ch 10, Sc 4 rows, fold).
• Placement: Glue to the back wall/floor corner.

2. Upper Cabinets

Use Pastel Pink yarn.

• Box: Ch 12. Sc 12 rows. Fold into a long, shallow box (approx 1 inch deep). Stuff firmly or use canvas.
• Doors: Surface slip stitch a line down the center to divide into two doors.
• Decor: Glue tiny pink ribbon bows to the front of each “door”. Glue this unit high up on the back wall.

3. Gingham Curtains

Use Pink and White yarn (Colorwork).

• Row 1: *2 sc Pink, 2 sc White* repeat.
• Row 2: *2 sc Pink, 2 sc White* repeat.
• Row 3: *2 sc Darker Pink, 2 sc Pink* repeat (Checkered effect).
• Make 2 small panels. Tie them back with a chain of pink yarn (the bow) and glue to the window sides.

4. Floral Rug

• Center: Yellow. MR 6 sc.
• Petals: White. *Ch 2, 2 dc in same st, sl st* in each st around.
• Background: Change to Lilac or Blue. Work Sc rounds behind the petals to expand into a flat circle.

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Part 3: The Strawberry Collection (Maximalism)

IMPORTANT: Switch to 2.0mm Hook for these cushions.

1. Strawberry Cushions (Make 5-6)

Make some in Red and some in Pink.

• Body: MR 6 sc.

  Rnd 2: (Sc, Inc) (9).

  Rnd 3: (Sc 2, Inc) (12).

  Rnd 4: (Sc 3, Inc) (15).

  Rnd 5-7: Sc around.

  Rnd 8: Dec around to close. Stuff lightly.

• Leaves (Sepals): Green. MR 5 sc. *Ch 3, sl st back* in each st. Sew to the top.
• Seeds: Embroider tiny Yellow specks all over the body.
• Placement: Pile these luxuriously on the white sofa.

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Part 4: The Tea Party

Use Hook Size: 1.5mm.

1. Strawberry Teapot

• Body: White. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. Sc 3 rounds. Dec to 6.
• Lid: Tiny Pink circle.
• Spout/Handle: Ch 3 loops.
• Decor: Embroider a tiny red dot (strawberry) on the side.

2. Tea Cups

• Cup: White. MR 4 sc, Sc 2 rounds.
• Saucer: Pink. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. Flat circle.

3. Round Table

• Top: Beige. MR 6 sc, Inc to 18. BLO Sc around.
• Leg: Ch 6 cylinder. Glue to floor rug.

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Part 5: Exterior Details

Use Hook Size: 2.5mm.

1. Fenders

• Fender: Mint Green. Ch 15. Sc 4 rows. Round the corners. Sew over the wheel area on the exterior.

2. Wheels

• Tire: Black. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12, (1, Inc) to 18. Sc 2 rounds.
• Hubcap: White. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. Crocheted texture (Popcorn st) in center. Sew to tire.

3. Hitch

• Mint Green. Tube sewn to the front.

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Final Assembly

1. Structural Check: Ensure the Red/Pink sandwich shell is securely sewn to the floor. The walls must be upright.
2. Interior Styling:
   • Secure the Cabinets and Sofa with glue.
   • Arrange the Strawberry Cushions in a cozy pile.
   • Set the Tea Table with the pot and cups.
3. Exterior Touches:
   • Ensure the Scalloped Awning is perky.
   • Check that the wheels are aligned.

Congratulations! You have created the ultimate “Coquette” hideaway. The “Strawberry Coquette” Cottage is a sweet, romantic addition to your collection, perfect for lovers of all things cute and vintage.