Crochet Owl Bag Dispenser

The Crochet Owl Bag Dispenser is not only a practical solution for keeping your bags organized but also a delightful addition to your home decor. Its charming owl design adds a touch of whimsy to any space, making it a conversation starter among your guests. This handcrafted creation exudes a cozy and inviting vibe, inviting you to embrace a more sustainable lifestyle with style.

The pattern is worked bottom to top.

Crochet terms are US terms.

Using two colors is optional; even one will work, or more than two if you want to make it out of scrap yarns.

Make a slip knot with your yarn. Take a hair tie if you decide to use one; if not, go to step (2). Ch1 and work 30 sc around the hair tie and go to step (3). Join with slst.

If not using a hair tie, simply chain 25 and join to make a ring. Ch1 and work 30 sc in this ring. Join with slst.

Ch2, work 2dc in each sc from the previous row. Join with slst.

Ch2, work 2dc in the first st, (1dc in each of the next 5 sts, 2dc in the next st) repeat all around and join with slst.

Ch2, work 1 dc in each st all around and join with slst. [I stopped increasing the circle here; however, you can continue to increase if you wish to make a bigger size.]

Repeat step (5).

Repeat step (5).

With 4.5mm hook, ch2, (dc3tog, 1dc in next 4 sts) repeat all around. Join with slst.

With 6mm hook, ch2, (3dc, 1dc in next 4 sts) repeat all around. Join with slst.

Repeat step (5) [I have changed yarn color here, but it’s optional].

Repeat step (5).

Ch27, dc in the 3rd st from hook and in each st across. Fasten off. Sew the other end of this strap to the owl to form a loop to hang the owl.

If you have made a bigger circle, then step (8) & (9) counts will differ for you. The decrease and increase in these steps are meant to create the neckline for the owl head.

OR you can completely ignore these decrease-increase steps and just continue with steps (5) to (11) or more. Once you fasten off, take a small length of yarn and weave it around the neck, pull slightly tight and tie a knot. You can use a contrasting color.

In mc, work 6 sc with dark color yarn. (I took the body color.) Slst to join.

Change the color and ch2, 2dc in each st. Without joining, continue working in the stitches around, work 1dc in each of the starting ch2 of this round.

2dc in each st and work treble crochet on the last stitch.

Fasten off. To get the pointed shape on the opposite side, we need to do the right eye differently.

In mc, work 6 sc with dark color yarn. Slst to join.

Change the color and ch2, 2dc in each st, join with sl st.

Ch2, 2dc in each st and slst to join.

Ch4, 1 treble crochet in the same st, 1dc in the next, 1hdc in the same, 1sc in the next and slst in the next. Fasten off.

Sew on both eyes on the top part of the owl.

For the beak, use any color. Thread the needle and make a triangle in the center just below the eyes. Please check the image if not clear. Fasten off. Weave all the ends in.

Stuff the owl with plastic bags. Shape it a little bit with your hands. The owl is ready!