Crochet toilet tissue drum covers are such a charming and practical addition to any bathroom! Not only do they add a touch of handmade warmth to the room, but they also serve a useful purpose by keeping your extra rolls neatly covered and easily accessible. The beauty of these covers is that you can customize them to match your bathroom decor perfectly, whether you prefer bright and colorful yarn or a more subtle, neutral look. Plus, they make for a fun and rewarding crochet project that will leave you feeling accomplished every time you see it displayed in your restroom. Who knew something as simple as a toilet tissue cover could bring so much joy and style to a space?
Materials:
- Yarn
- 1 colored pipe cleaner 12 inches or so long
- G hook
Note: ch 2 counts as 1 dc
Stitches used: Single crochet, Double crochet
Rd 1 With White chain 4 to form ring, ch2, 12 dc in ring, slip stitch to top of ch 2.
Rd 2 ch 2, 1 dc in same place, 2 dc in each dc around. Join. (24dc,) (ch 2 counts as 1 dc )
Rd: ch 2, 1dc in same place, *2dc in next 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc * . Repeat from * to * around, end 3 dc in last dc. Join. (37dc) (ch 2 counts as 1 dc )
Rd 4 ch 2, 1 dc in same place, *2 dc in next dc, 1 dc in next 2 dc, * . Repeat from * to * around. End 2 dc in last dc. Join. (49 dc). Fasten off White. (ch 2 counts as 1 dc )
Rd 5, attach Red, ch 1, working in back loops this round only, 1 sc in same place, and in each 1dc around. Join.
Rd 6 ch 2, working in both loops, 1dc in same place and in each sc around.
Rd 7-12 ch2, 1 dc in same place and in each dc around. Fasten off.
Rd 13 with White top facing away from you, attach Red to any unworked loop on row 5, ch 1, sc around. Fasten off.
Rd 14 with Green, chain 50 to form ring, ch 2, 1 dc in each chain around., join. Fasten off. Sew the chain edge under round 13.
Rd 15, with Green, chain 50 to form ring, ch 2, 1dc in chain around, join. Fasten off. Sew the chain edge to bottom of cover (row 12).
Finishing drum
Starting with any dc on row 16, attach Butterscotch, skip 4 dc on row 15, ( /\/\/\ fashion) sew through both loops of next dc on row 15, * skip 8 dc on row 16, sew through both loops in next dc on row 16, skip 8 dc on row 15, sew through both loops of next dc on row 15 *. Repeat from * to * around twice. Fasten off.
Drum Sticks:
Cut pipe cleaner in half. Fold down one end about 1 ½ inches, then fold this part down again and twist it for the tips of the drum stick. Repeat for other stick. Tac both to the top of the drum, be sure and remove them before washing tissue cover.