Crochet Plastic Bag Holder Pattern, Finally Out From Under the Sink

Mine used to just live under the sink, one bag stuffed with more bags, until I finally sat down and made this.

Quick answer: This is a crochet plastic bag holder made in one skein of cotton yarn, worked in rounds around two ponytail holders, one at each end. Bags go in the top and pull out from the bottom.

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Why cotton, and why one skein

Cotton has enough body to hold its shape once it’s full, unlike a softer acrylic that would sag under the weight of the bags. And because it only takes one skein, it’s a good project to reach for when you want to use up yarn you already have rather than buying something new just for this.

If you like quick, useful kitchen projects like this one, the Peach Washcloth & Soap Saver Set is another good pick.

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Difficulty

Beginner

Materials

Drops Paris Uni Color, 100% cotton, 50 g, 75 m (82 yds), color #25

Hook: US Size H-8 (5 mm)

Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape, 2 ponytail holders

Gauge

Not relevant

Sizes

Can be modified as you wish. This sample is 13″ long and 5″ wide.

Stitch Key

Ch = Chain
Sc = Single Crochet
St = Stitch
Dc = Double Crochet
Sl St = Slip Stitch

Specialty Stitches

X st = Skip next st, Dc 1 in next, Dc 1 in skipped st

Notes

If changing colors, make sure to have a changing technique and weave your ends in

This pattern is worked in rounds

Ch1 does not count as a stitch at the beginning of each round

This pattern uses pattern repeats

You can work this pattern with one color or multiple, I used one color

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Sandra’s tip: If you’re using leftover yarn instead of a fresh skein, just make sure you have enough for the full 30 rounds before you start, running short partway through means switching colors somewhere you didn’t plan to. If you have leftover cotton after this one, the Criss Cross Textured Washcloth is a nice way to use it up.

Instructions

Round 1: Sc 28 st around one ponytail holder, Sl st to 1st Sc closing the round,Ch 1 do not turn work

Round 2: Hdc in 1st st from hook , Hdc 1 in next and in every st around, Sl St to Ch1of starting round ,Ch1 do not turn work

Now to Round 3_4: Repeat Round 2

Round 5: Dc1 in 1st st from hook, ( X st) skip 1 st, Dc 1 in next St, Dc1 in skipped st, X st in next and around to end of round, Sl st to top of 1st Dc. Ch 1 do not turn work

This is the pattern repeat Rounds 1-5

Work 5 repeats

And continue Round 26: Sc in 1st st from hook, and around to end of the round, Sl st to Ch 1 from the beginning, Ch 1 do not turn work

Round 27-29: Repeat Round 2 ( Hdc round)

Round 30: Sc 28 around second ponytail holder, Sl st to Ch1 to close the round.

Finishing

Chain 8-10 for the strap, Sl st to next Sc.

Cut your yarn and weave in the ends.

FAQ

Is this pattern beginner friendly?

Yes. It only uses single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and slip stitch, worked in simple repeats.

How much yarn do I need?

One skein of worsted weight cotton, like Drops Paris, is enough for the whole project.

How do I hang it up?

The chain strap at the top lets you hang it from a hook, doorknob, or cabinet handle.

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