Level up your crochet skills with the ultimate mobile battlestation! The “Pastel Gamer Girl” Van is a kawaii dream on wheels, designed for the streamer who loves cozy vibes and cute aesthetics. The exterior is a sweet Bubblegum Pink with textured vertical siding, accented with Lavender trim and topped with adorable cat ears on the roof. It’s a caravan that screams “UwU” from every angle.

The interior is a maximalist gamer’s paradise. It features a custom L-shaped lavender desk equipped with a dual-screen PC setup, a rainbow mechanical keyboard, and a professional pink racing-style gaming chair. The back wall is lined with shelves displaying an impressive collection of “plushies” (miniature amigurumi) including a yellow electric mouse, space crewmates, and anime characters. With a wall-mounted controller, hanging headphones, and LED fairy lights stringing the ceiling, this is the coziest room you will ever crochet.

This is a highly detailed structural project. To create the sharp, boxy shape of the van and the crisp lines of the furniture, we strictly use the “3-Layer Sandwich Method” (Yarn – Plastic Canvas – Yarn). This ensures the walls are rigid enough to hold the heavy shelving unit and the roof stays flat. We will use a standard hook for the shell and a micro-hook for the tiny tech accessories and plushies.

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 is best for sharp definition).

  – Bubblegum Pink: Main exterior walls, roof, chair accents.

  – Lavender/Lilac: Interior trim, desk, shelves, floor carpet edge.

  – Black: PC tower, monitor, mouse, tires, controller.

  – White: Interior walls, screen details.

  – Rainbow Colors: Keyboard, plushies (Yellow, Red, Blue, Cyan).

  – Grey/Silver: Headphone details.

• Hooks:

  – 2.5mm (Size C/2): For the caravan shell, floor, and main furniture structure.

  – 1.5mm (Steel Hook): CRITICAL for the tiny plushies, keyboard, controller, and headset.

• Structure: 7-8 sheets of Plastic Canvas (7-mesh stiffness).
• Other: Fiberfill stuffing, a small string of battery-operated LED fairy lights (optional but recommended), craft wire, fabric glue, tapestry needle.

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 plush texture.

Part 1: The Gamer Van Structure (Sandwich Method)

Use Hook Size: 2.5mm

1. The Carpeted Floor

Make 2 identical panels.

1. Center: White/Cream. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12… Inc to a small circle rug shape.
2. Surround: Switch to Lavender. Work in rows around the rug or simply crochet a rectangular Lavender panel and sew the rug on top later. Let’s make the base panel Lavender.
3. Base Pattern: Ch 26. Sc across for 40 rows (Rectangle approx 4″ x 6.5″).
4. Sandwich: Cut plastic canvas. Sandwich between two Lavender panels. Sc around the perimeter to seal.

2. The Pink Textured Shell (U-Shaped)

This forms the Left Wall, Roof, and Right Wall. To get the vertical ridge texture seen in the photo, we will work sideways.

Panel A: Exterior (Pink)

• Row 1: Ch 36 (Height of the wall). Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across.
• Row 2-90: Work Hdc in BLO (Back Loop Only) for every row. This creates the vertical ribbed texture that runs along the length of the van. The length should cover Left Side + Roof + Right Side.
• Window Cutouts: You will need to bind off and cast on chains to create gaps for the windows as you work your rows across the side wall sections.

Panel B: Interior (Pink or White)

• Use White or Light Pink yarn. Work in standard Sc (no ridges) to keep the interior smooth for mounting shelves. Match dimensions and window gaps.

Assembly:

• Cut plastic canvas strip (with window holes).
• Sandwich canvas between Panel A and Panel B.
• Join: Sc around the perimeter using Lavender yarn to create the trim.
• Shape: Bend into a U-shape arch. Sew the bottom edges to the Floor Base.
• Back Wall: Make a solid Pink sandwich panel to close the back.

3. Roof Details

• Cat Ears (Make 2): Pink. Ch 10. Sc, Hdc, Dc, Tr, Dc, Hdc, Sc (Triangle shape). Make 2 triangles per ear, sandwich a triangle of canvas, sew together. Sew to the front top of the roof.
• Roof Vent: Lavender square (Ch 8, Sc 8 rows). Sew to top center.

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Part 2: The Battlestation (Interior Furniture)

Use Hook Size: 2.5mm.

1. L-Shaped Desk

Use Lavender/Lilac yarn.

• Tabletop: Crochet an “L” shape flat piece. Sandwich with canvas.
• Legs/Cabinets: Create two blocky cabinets (Ch 8, Sc 8 rows, fold into box) to support the ends of the desk.
• Assembly: Glue the cabinets to the floor and the tabletop to the cabinets and wall.

2. Racing Gaming Chair

Use Pink and Black. This is a complex shape.

• Seat: Pink. Ch 8, Sc 8 rows. (Canvas inside).
• Backrest: Pink. Ch 8, Sc 12 rows. Round the top. (Canvas inside).

  Head Pillow: Darker Pink oval sewn to top.

  Lumbar Pillow: Darker Pink rectangle sewn to bottom.

• Armrests: Black. Ch 6, sl st back. Sew to sides.
• Base: Black star shape (5 points). A short cylinder for the gas lift.
• Assembly: Glue seat to base, back to seat. Place in front of desk.

3. PC & Peripherals

Use Black yarn.

• PC Tower: Ch 6, Sc 10 rows. Fold into a box. Embroider 2 pink circles (fans) on the front.
• Monitor: Black rectangle frame. Inside, crochet a smaller rectangle with Blue/Cyan/Pink variegated yarn for the “screen”. Glue to a simple stand.
• Keyboard: Black strip. Embroider tiny dots in Rainbow colors across it.
• Mouse: Tiny Black oval (MR 4 sc).

Part 3: The Collection (Maximalism)

IMPORTANT: Switch to 1.5mm Hook. These are micro-amigurumi.

1. Display Shelves

Use Lavender yarn (2.5mm hook).

• Create a tall unit (Backboard + 4 horizontal shelves). Use the sandwich method for stiffness. Glue to the back wall.

2. The Plushies (Make many!)

Use 1.5mm hook and scrap yarns.

• Yellow Electric Mouse: Yellow. MR 6, Inc to 12. Sc 3 rows. Dec. Ears: Black tipped chains.
• Space Crewmate: Red/Cyan. Oval body with tiny legs. Grey/Blue visor patch.
• Penguin: Blue body, White tummy patch, Yellow beak.
• Anime Heads: Beige balls with different colored “hair” (yarn strands) glued on.
• Placement: Glue these individually onto the shelves.

3. Wall Gear

• Controller: Black. Ch 5 oval. Embroider colored buttons. Glue to wall.
• Headphones: Purple/Black. Ch 10 strip (band). 2 tiny circles (ear cups). Hang on a hook (bent wire) on the wall.
• Speakers: 2 tiny Pink cubes. Place on desk.

Part 4: Exterior & Lighting

1. Wheels

Use 2.5mm Hook.

• Tire: Black. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12, (1, Inc) to 18. Sc 2 rounds.
• Hubcap: Lavender. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12.
• Sew to sides.

2. Lighting (The Gamer Glow)

• Fairy Lights: If using real LEDs, thread the wire along the inner ceiling corner.
• Crochet Lights: If using yarn, Chain a long string in White. Every 3 chains, work a *Bobble Stitch in Yellow* to simulate a bulb. Glue this string around the opening of the caravan.

Final Assembly

1. Structural Check: Ensure the Pink U-shell is secure. The vertical ridges should be visible on the outside.
2. Interior Decorating:
   • Secure the L-Desk and Shelves first.
   • Place the PC, Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse.
   • Position the Chair facing the desk.
   • Fill the shelves with your micro-plushies.
3. Exterior Finishing:
   • Ensure the Cat Ears are upright.
   • Check the wheel alignment.
   • Add a tiny “Stream Starting Soon” sign on the door if desired!

Congratulations! You have built the ultimate “Pastel Gamer Girl” Van. This caravan is a tribute to internet culture and cozy gaming, perfect for your desk or collection. GG!