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Granny Square Pocket Bottle Holder Pattern

Granny Square Pocket Bottle Holder Pattern
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2-3 Hours Time Needed
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Beginner Friendly Level

Perfect for those just starting their crochet journey, with clear instructions and simple techniques

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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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Stylish Touch

An elegant detail to elevate any look, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.

About This Granny Square Pocket Bottle Holder Pattern

This pattern creates a crocheted bottle holder with a long strap and an optional phone pocket made as either a solid-colour panel or a granny square pocket. The body uses a solid base that transitions into a stretchy netting section to hold bottles securely while allowing some flexibility. The pattern is quick to make and easy to personalise with stripes, colours, and pocket styles.

Granny Square Pocket Bottle Holder Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes complete instructions for the bottom, netting body, strap methods, granny square pocket and plain pocket. Suitable for upper-beginner crocheters who know basic stitches.

Why You'll Love This Granny Square Pocket Bottle Holder Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines practicality and style – it creates a truly useful accessory you can use every day. I enjoyed designing the simple netting section that stretches just enough to hold different bottle sizes while still looking neat. I love that you can personalise it with bright stripes or a vintage granny square pocket for a pop of colour. Making several for friends as festival gifts is one of my favourite ways to share handmade joy.

Granny Square Pocket Bottle Holder Pattern step 1 - construction progress Granny Square Pocket Bottle Holder Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Granny Square Pocket Bottle Holder Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Granny Square Pocket Bottle Holder Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with colour—try making the netting in a neutral main colour and add bright contrasting stripes or a multicolour granny square pocket for instant visual interest.

You can change the size by using different yarn weights and hook sizes; a bulkier yarn and larger hook will give a chunky, cosy holder while a finer yarn makes a sleek mini version.

If you want a non-stretch strap, use Method 2 and crochet the handle horizontally, or add a fabric or ribbon reinforcement under the strap to prevent stretching over time.

For a more secure phone pocket, add a metal snap or a small button and loop on the pocket top so the phone cannot fall out when moving about.

I sometimes line the pocket with lightweight fabric for extra structure and to stop sharp phone edges from stretching the crochet stitches.

Swap the granny square pocket for a small zippered pouch if you prefer secure storage for cards and keys instead of a phone pocket.

Make mini versions as keychain bottle holders using thinner yarn and a small carabiner clip to attach to bags or belt loops.

Add decorative edging or scallops around the pocket or top of the holder for a feminine touch, or keep it simple and modern with crisp single-colour finishing rows.

Try using recycled cotton or t-shirt yarn for an eco-friendly, sturdy holder that works well for heavier bottles and everyday use.

I often stitch a small label or embroidered initial on the pocket to personalise gifts—it's an easy way to make each holder feel special.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not checking gauge before starting can result in a holder that is too loose or too tight; always make the small base and measure it on your bottle to ensure a snug fit and adjust hook size if necessary. ✗ Skipping the magic loop tightening can leave a loose hole at the bottom; pull the magic loop securely and weave in the tail to close the base neatly. ✗ Adding too many increases in early rounds will make the body too wide and loose; follow the increase counts exactly and check the diameter on your bottle after rounds 4-6. ✗ Making the strap without measuring stretch will result in an uncomfortable length; measure across your body and allow for stretching, or use Method 2 (horizontal handle) to reduce stretch and sew on firmly. ✗ Sewing the pocket on without pinning can make it crooked; place the pocket between the straps, pin or hold it straight, then sew around three sides for an even finish. ✗ Forgetting to leave a long tail for sewing the pocket and strap makes finishing difficult; always leave a long tail when you complete a pocket or strap to sew neatly onto the body.

Granny Square Pocket Bottle Holder Pattern

Make a stylish, hands-free bottle holder with a detachable phone pocket using simple crochet techniques. This pattern includes both a solid-colour pocket option and a granny square pocket option so you can customise your holder. You'll love how quick it is to make and how practical the finished holder is for festivals, walks, and daily use.

Beginner Friendly 2-3 Hours

Materials Needed for Granny Square Pocket Bottle Holder Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    8 ply (DK) cotton such as Paintbox - recommended (can also use a cotton blend but it stretches less)
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    2 x 50 g balls for the main colour (approx) - for stripes use 3-4 different colours, 1 ball each for stripes
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    Stash scraps of wool or cotton for the granny square pocket (small amounts of multiple colours)
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    Cotton blend or acrylic (optional) - note that cotton blends stretch less so adjust increases by adding 2-3 stitches after 3rd row if needed

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size 3.00 mm (recommended)
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    Alternative crochet hooks 3.5 mm or 4.0 mm depending on your gauge
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    Needle for sewing on pocket and strap (yarn needle)
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    Scissors
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    Measuring tape to measure strap length and bottle fit
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    Stitch markers (optional, helpful for marking rows)
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    Small metal snap (optional) to keep phone pocket closed
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    Ribbon or fabric for reinforcing underside of strap (optional)

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— Bottom Solid Section :

Round 1 :

Make a magic loop (there are many instructions online if unsure how to do this)

Round 2 :

Ch 3, DC into magic loop 11 times, sl st into 3rd chain of initial 3ch to make a circle.

Round 3 :

You should now have a small circle of 11DC and 3ch counting as one DC, total 12 DC

Round 4 :

Ch 3, 2DC into each stitch till end, slst into 3rd chain to close circle (24DC)

Round 5 :

Ch 3, *1DC in next stitch, 2DC in next stitch, repeat from * till end, slst into 3rd chain to close circle (36 DC)

Round 6 :

Complete 4 more rows of 3ch, then 1DC in each stitch and slst into 3rd chain. As there are no increases, the crochet will begin to form a cylinder shape. You can measure it on a water bottle to check fit. It should fit tightly as it will stretch if cotton. For cotton blend or acrylic refer to note above.

Round 7 :

When you have completed 4-6 rows depending on how large the water bottle is you are now ready to make the netting part of the pattern.

— Netting Section :

Round 8 :

NETTING SECTION: Ch 3 and 1DC into second stitch, ch1 sk 1 stitch and 1DC into next stitch. Continue 1DC, ch1, sk 1 to end. At the end of the round there should be 18 DC and 18 chains (unless you increased stitches earlier then add accordingly). Continue completing this same round until nearly to the top of the water bottle leaving some space for the final dc or sc rows. I usually do 14 rows.

— Body :

Round 9 :

BODY Finish body section by completing 1-2 rows of 1DC or 3 rows of sc, depending on the length of your bottle and your preference.

— Bag Strap :

Round 10 :

BAG STRAP To make the strap, there are two possible methods. METHOD 1: Ch 3 from where you are and complete 5DC into the top of the last dc round. Measure how long the strap needs to be across your body. Continue in rows of 3ch, 5DC and turn, back and forth until you reach your desired length.

Round 11 :

METHOD 2: Alternatively, I now crochet the handle horizontally, as it stretches less than the first method. Make a 200-240 ch depending on the person's height and 3 rows of HDC then sew on tightly to opposite sides.

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Fasten off yarn leaving approximately 20 cm tail to sew other end of strap onto body. Fold bottle holder in half and sew end of strap on the opposite side.

— Granny Square Pocket :

Round 12 :

GRANNY SQUARE POCKET: Measure the phone size and crochet enough rounds to leave approximately 2cm on either side of the phone. For a longer pocket, add an extra row or two at top, bottom or both to achieve the correct size, leaving a long tail for sewing onto bottle.

— Plain Solid Colour Pocket :

Round 13 :

PLAIN SOLID COLOUR POCKET: Ch 22, work into 3rd st in hdc (20 sts in each row) for approx 24 rows of hdc until the pocket measures from the bottom of the mesh to the top just below the final DC row (or to your own desired length) leaving a long tail for sewing onto bottle. When making the pocket I now try to make it longer than a phone and put a metal snap to keep it close so the phone can't fall out; generally it is in the pocket quite tightly, however the cotton does stretch over time.

Info :

Your finished body section should look like the pictured example before attaching pockets (use photos as reference for correct shape and proportions).

Round 14 :

Place the granny square pocket between the straps and make sure it is straight as you sew around the three sides to form a pocket. I found it easier to sew the pocket on while the cover was on the bottle.

Round 15 :

Sew in any ends inside the bottle holder, taking particular care to secure the magic loop end tightly. Also the cotton strap will stretch so if you want to prevent stretching sew a ribbon or fabric on the underside to prevent stretching.

— Drawstring :

Round 16 :

DRAWSTRING: To make the drawstring make a chain of 100 ch and thread it through every second stitch in the top final round above the netting starting from the middle back (the pocket is on the front and the drafting ends meet at the back).

Assembly Instructions

  • Fold the bottle holder in half and sew the end of the strap on the opposite side, securing with a strong whipstitch and leaving an approximately 20 cm tail to sew other end.
  • Place the granny square pocket between the straps, align it straight, then sew around three sides to form the pocket, using the bottle as a form to keep placement accurate.
  • For the plain solid-colour pocket, sew the long tail onto the inside of the mesh body so the top of the pocket sits just below the final DC row; add a metal snap if desired to keep the phone secure.
  • Weave and sew in all loose ends inside the holder, taking particular care to secure the magic loop end tightly so the base does not open.
  • If using the drawstring option, chain 100 ch (or desired length) and thread through every second stitch in the top round above the netting so the drawstring meets at the back center.
  • To prevent strap stretch, sew a ribbon or fabric on the underside of the cotton strap or reinforce with a short sewn-in liner before attaching to the body.

Important Notes

  • 💡Measure the base on your actual bottle after the initial rounds to ensure a snug fit, adjusting hook size or stitch count if necessary.
  • 💡Cotton yarn will stretch with use; make the holder slightly snug initially or reinforce straps with fabric to prevent excessive stretching.
  • 💡Leave a long tail when finishing pockets and straps to make sewing them onto the body easier and neater.
  • 💡Secure the magic loop end tightly and weave the tail inside the base to prevent the bottom from opening during use.

This easy-to-make bottle holder is perfect for festivals, walks, and everyday hands-free use. Make one in bold stripes or a classic single colour, and add a granny square pocket for a playful touch. Have fun customizing colours and finishing details to make a holder that is uniquely yours! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished bottle holder will fit a standard small water bottle; exact size depends on your yarn and hook. Measure as you go and stop netting when it reaches near the top of your bottle.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can, but different yarn weights will change the final size and stretch. If using a thicker yarn, use a larger hook and reduce increases to maintain fit.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is beginner friendly (upper beginner) and uses basic stitches like DC, HDC and chains, so basic crochet knowledge is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 2-3 hours depending on pocket choice and finishing details, though time may vary based on experience and customisation.