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In my household, summer is for sunshine, playtime… and freeze pops! My son loves them. But let’s be real — as much as kids love them, those frosty treats can be uncomfortably cold to hold.
That’s exactly why these fishtail crochet ice pop holders are a must-make this season. They’re practical, adorable, and guaranteed to bring a smile to any little one’s face!
Something else that I know you’ll love is that by adding a bit of creativity and a splash of color, you can transform these freeze cozies into larger mermaid tails for pretend play. This is perfect for any little one who adores mermaids!
Before we get into the pattern details, here is other patterns for kids you may like: Girl Daisy Dress in 8 sizes, Baby Crochet Pattern roundup, and this Amigurumi Doll Pattern roundup.
Why These Ice Pop Holders Are Great
- Kid-Approved and Market-Ready – These cuties are perfect for quick, thoughtful gifts or to stock your craft fair booth with irresistible summer goodies.
- Quick and fun – You can crochet one in just under an hour — the most perfect instant-gratification crochet pattern ever!
- Great for stash-busting – Got leftover yarn under 50 yards? These pop sleeves are the perfect way to turn scraps into something super cute and useful.
Ready to dive in? Grab your hook, pick your brightest yarn scraps, and bring these fishy little popsicle holders to life. You’ll love how quick, cute, and fun they are — and the kids will adore you for making them!
More Quick & Easy Crochet Patterns
- Velvet Crochet Scrunchies
- Crochet Earrings Pattern
- Crochet Face Scrubbies + Bag Set
- 5 Minutes Crochet Bow Pattern
- Rainbow Crochet Heart Pattern
- Mini Crochet Baskets
How to Crochet These Fhishtail Ice Pop Holders
What You’ll Need:
- Light worsted (3)/DK yarn – I used approximately 47 yards of Premier Basix DK yarn.
- 2.50 mm/4 crochet hook – or a different size needed to match the gauge (see pattern notes for details).
- Stitch Marker, scissors, and tapestry needle.
Finished Measurements:
These fishtail Crochet freezer pop holders measure approximately 2.5 inches (6.5 cm) in width and 5.5 inches (14 cm) in length, lying flat, and excluding the tail.
Abbreviations (US terms):
- blo: back loop only
- ch(s): chain(s)
- dc: double crochet
- FO: Fasten Off or Finish Off
- rep: repeat
- sc: single crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- sp: space
- st(s): stitch(es)
- yo: yarn over
- Asterisks: used to indicate which instructions are repeated
Pattern notes:
- This freeze pop cozy pattern uses standard US Crochet Terms
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Stitch tension: Since this is a small project, there is no need to crochet a gauge swatch. However, it’s essential to lay your work flat when you have about 4 or 5 rounds done and measure the width, which should be about 2 ¼ to 2.5 inches (6 to 6.5 cm).
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Creating the foundation
These crochet ice pop holders are crocheted from the top opening down to the tail. Begin with 29 chs to create the foundation chains, then sl st to make a ring.
Before you begin, take a look thse helpful resources: How to Create a Slip Knot, How to Do the Invisible Finish in Crochet and How to Create a Chainless Foundation in Crochet.
Round #1: sc in each of the 29 chs, sl st to join.
Tip: This pattern can be personalized to any other size with multiples of 6 plus 5. You can even crochet a mermaid tail for a child or a doll.
Step 2: Crocheting the sleeve
Now, we begin creating the shell st rounds to create the body of the crochet ice pop holders.
Round #2: ch 1 (doesn’t count as a st), *sc, sk 2 sts, dc 5 in the next st, sk 2 sts, rep from the asterisk 4 more times, sl st to the first sc to join.
Round #3-15: sl st in the next 2 dc sts (won’t count as sts), (sc in next dc st on top of the shell, sk 2 dc sts, dc 5 in next sc st, sk the next 2 dc sts) 5x, sl st in the first sc to join.
Tip: Add or subract rounds in this step ot make the sleeve longer or shorter.
Round #16: sl st in the next st, sc in the next 3 sts on top of the first shell, (sk the next 3 sts, sc in the next 3 sts on top of the shell) 4x, sl st to initial sc to join.
Step 3: Creating the base for the tail
Round 17: ch 2 (does not count as a st), dc2tog, dc3tog 4x, sl st to join. Then, close the tail opening with 2 sc sts. Do not cut the yarn.
Step 4: Crocheting the tail
The tail for these crochet ice pop holders is crocheted in turning rows, starting with short rows and creating chs to increase and create the tail shape with longer rows. The last 2 sc sts form the base for the sl sts at the bottom of the fins: one sc for each fin.
Note: You start with the shorter rows, moving outward. Ensure the shorter sides of the fins are in the center of the tail point, facing each other.
Create 5 chs to begin the first tail.
Row 1: sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in the next 2 chs, ch 1, sk 1 ch, sl st in the base sc st, ch 1, turn. Total of 3 sc sts.
Row 2: ch 1, sk the ch from the previous row, sc in blo of the next sc to last, ch 3, turn. You’ll have a total of 3 sc sts plus 3 chs.
Row 3: sc in blo of the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in blo of the next ch, sc in blo of next sc to last, sk the ch from the previous row, sl in the same base sc as last row. You’ll have a total of 5 sc sts.
Row 4-15: Repeat the instructions in rows 2 and 3. You’ll have two extra sc sts for every additional odd row. At the end, cut the yarn for the first fin and attach it to the second base sc st, then repeat the above steps for the second fin. FO. Cut the yarn.
Your crochet ice pop holders are done. Weave in the yarn ends and use a hot iron to straighten out the tail.
I hope you enjoyed making them – and if you’re looking for more options, keep scrolling for more pattern ideas!
More Freeze Pop Holder Patterns
Ice pops are a hit in the hot summer! These free patterns for freeze pop cozies are perfect to protect the little ones' hands from the cold pos. Also, you can bundle them in sets of three for markets or party favors and personalize with names or fun color combos.
Why you’ll love it: The idea of applying cute animal felt patches.
Designer: T&C Crafters
Yarn weight: Bulky/Blanket yarn
Hook Size: 6.5 mm (K)
Why you’ll love it: You can make the flowers in any other colors, not only sunflower colors.
Designer: Jo To The World
Yarn weight: Worsted Weight (4)
Hook Size: 4.25 mm (G)
Why you’ll love it: The bobble stitches give them a pop of texture.
Designer: The Nicole Chase
Yarn weight: DK/Light Worsted
Hook Size: 4.0 mm (G)
Why you’ll love it: You can use them for freeze pops and yogurt tubes.
Designer: Tiffany Polk on Ravelry
Yarn weight: Worsted Weight (4)
Hook Size: 5.0 mm (H)
Why you’ll love it: These adorable freeze pop sleeves are available in five different design variations (shark, unicorn, mermaid, clown fish, and dinosaur)
Designer: Green Fox Farms Designs
Yarn weight: Worsted Weight (4)
Hook Size: 4.0 mm (G) and 5.0 mm (H)
Why you’ll love it: If you have a unicorn lover in your life, she will adore this ice pop holder.
Designer: Mermaid Hooked
Yarn weight: Worsted Weight (4)
Hook Size: 3.75 mm (F)
Why you’ll love it: Incredibly simple and quick to make.
Designer: Crochet Life
Yarn weight: Worsted Weight (4)
Hook Size: 4.0 mm (G
Why you’ll love it: The bottom can be sewn or left unsewn, your choice. Plus it’s a video tutorial.
Designer: The Crochet Crowd
Yarn weight: Worsted Weight (4)
Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I)
Why you’ll love it: Star Wars lovers will have tons of fun with this light-saber-shaped pop-up holder.
Designer: Green Fox Farms Designs
Yarn weight: Worsted Weight (4)
Hook Size: 5.0 mm (H)
Why you’ll love it: the US flag colors make them perfect for Independance Day celebrations.
Designer: Blackstone Designs
Yarn weight: Worsted Weight (4)
Hook Size: 5.0 mm (H)
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