Crochet Cutlery Holder Pouches

Crochet cutlery holder pouches are not just functional but also add a delightful touch to your dining table or picnic spread. These handy creations keep your utensils organized and easily accessible while adding a pop of color and charm to your dining experience. They are perfect for outdoor gatherings, picnics, or even just brightening up your everyday meals.

Whether you choose a classic design or opt for something more whimsical, crochet cutlery pouches are a fun and eco-friendly way to elevate your table settings. Get ready to impress your guests and bring a touch of handmade warmth to your dining experience with these adorable crochet creations.

Cutlery Holder Pattern Details

Materials

Yarn – Any DK-weight yarn can be substituted.

The prototype was made using Stylecraft Special DK, (#4, 100% Acrylic, 196 m per 3.5 oz/100g Ball).

Colors

Color A – Gingerbread

Color B – White

Estimated Yardage

Color A – 30 yards

Color B – 5 yards

Hook and Other Materials

• 5 mm Crochet Hook
• Yarn needle

Gauge

Gauge isn’t important to this project.

Pattern Notes

1. Please kindly read through the pattern before starting.
2. Similar #3 weight yarn can be substituted; please check the gauge.

Adjustments/Fittings

Length: Increase or decrease the repeats until you have the required length to cover your cutleries.

Skill Level

Easy

Terms

US Terminology

Stitch Abbreviations

Chain(s) – ch(s)

Single Crochet – sc

Repeat – rep

Half Double Crochet – hdc

Slip Stitch – sl st

Crossed Half Double Crochet – xhdc

Special Stitch

Crossed Half Double Crochet – *skip next st, hdc in next st, crocheting over the hdc just made, work hdc into the skipped st, rep from * to the end.

Crochet Cutlery Holder Pouch Finished Measurement

The finished pouch measures about 7” by 3.5”.

How to Crochet a Cutlery Holder Pouch

With Color A

Row 1:

Chain 17, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn.
16 sc

Row 2:

Ch 1, hdc in first st, xhdc across until the last st, hdc in last st, turn.
2 hdc, 7 xhdc.

Rows 3 – 29:

Repeat Row 2. Continue the repeats until it measures 13”.

Increase or decrease the number of repeats for a length long enough so that when you fold the lower ¾ over, it can cover the cutlery and still have about 2 – 3” as the cover.

Edging

• Crocheting across both long sides and just one short end.

Continue with A.

Row 1:

Ch 1, sc in each st around the whole panel, aim for (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc) at each corner. Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

To Fold

• Fold the lower 1/3 of the panel over the remaining part.
• Join with a sl st to the lower end of the fold and crochet across to the opposite side.

Crocheting around the panel – folded lower 2/3rd together and then the upper part.
 

Row 1:

Ch 1, working through both layers, sc in each st towards the cover, aim for (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc) at each corner, and leave the folded part of the edge (base).
Fasten off A, join B with a sl st to the start of the cover.

Row 1:

Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same st as with the beginning ch, *skip next 2 sts, sc in next st, skip next 2 sts, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next st, rep from * until the opposite edge of the cover.
Fasten off. Weave in all ends.