Crochet Plastic Bag Holder

Create your very own plastic bag holder using the art of crocheting. This DIY project is not only practical but also a fun way to repurpose old plastic bags. By crocheting a holder, you can keep your plastic bags organized and easily accessible for reuse. Choose your favorite colors and crochet pattern to make a unique and personalized plastic bag holder that will add a touch of handmade charm to your kitchen or pantry. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this project is a great way to practice your skills and create something useful for your home. So grab your crochet hook and some plastic bags, and get ready to make a practical and eco-friendly accessory that will help you stay organized and reduce single-use plastic waste.

Finished Measurement of the Plastic holder project

Base = 5”

Body = 15” Excluding the handle

Supplies needed for this crochet plastic holder pattern

Hobbii Bungee Mini, Bulky, #7 (42% Cotton, 48% Polyester, 68 yards/62 m per 200g)

Estimated Yardage

150 yards

Hooks and other Materials

• 8 mm Crochet Hook
• Yarn needle
• Stitch Markers

Gauge

7 sts over 6 Rows = 4” across, made using sc, before blocking.

Plastic bag holder pattern notes

1. Please kindly read through the pattern before starting.
2. Any # 6 or #7 weight yarn can be substituted
3. Chains at the beginning of Rounds or Rows do not count as a stitch.

Difficulty – Intermediate

Terms – US Terminology

Stitches needed for this plastic holder pattern

Chain(s) – ch(s)

Single Crochet – sc

Slip Stich – sl st

Half Double crochet – hdc

Back Loop Only – BLO

Hdc 3rd loop

Crossed double crochet – xdc

Special Stitch

Crossed double crochet (xdc)

First row of xdc = *Skip next st, dc in next st, crocheting over the dc just made into the skipped st, yarn over, insert hook into skipped stitch and yarn over (3 loops on the hook), yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through the remaining 2 loops

Rep from * to the end

Subsequent rows/rounds of xdc =

*Skip the first leg of xdc and ch sp, dc in the second leg of xdcl, crocheting over the dc just made into the first leg of xdc, yarn over, insert hook into skipped stitch and yarn over (3 loops on the hook), yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through the remaining 2 loops

Rep from * to the end.

How to crochet plastic holder

Section 1 – Base

Chain 8, join with a sl st to the first chain to form a circle.

Round 1: Ch 1, 12 sc around the circle, join. 12 sc

• Place the stitch marker on the last stitch and move it after every round, no need to join.

Round 2: 2 sc in each around. 24 sc

Round 3 :*sc in next st, 2 sc in next, repeat from * around. 36 sc

With a sl st, close the height difference.

Section 2: Body

Round 1: Ch 1, in BLO, sc in each st around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 36 sc

Round 2: Ch 3, xdc around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch. 18 xdc

Rounds 3 – 10: Repeat Round 2

Increase or reduce the repeats for a desirable length.

Round 11: Ch 2, hdc in each st around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch.

Rounds 12 – 14: Ch 2, in 3rd loop, hdc in each st around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch.

Round 15: Ch 1, sl st in each 3rd loop around, join.

Fasten off

Section 3 – Handle

Select the best points on your basket

First side of the handle

Join yarn with a sl st to the 4th loop (first ridge created when you worked into the 3rd loop)

Step 1 – *Ch 1, insert hook into the next loop, sl st, repeat from * until all the loops in that straight line have been used.

Step 2 – Chain 22, hdc in 3rd Ch from hook and in the remaining chains, continue to the remaining sts on the basket, sl at into these sts.

Step 3 – Select the next loop on the basket, (the loop next to where you started your handle)

Step 4 –Slip stitch into this stitch and the next 4 sts.

Step 5 – Fold your bag handle and sl st to secure the tip of the handle to the bag

Weave in all ends.