Cute Crochet Plastic Bag Holders for Your Kitchen: Floral DIY Tutorial

A useful kitchen organizer can be a beautiful piece of handmade décor, too. These crochet plastic bag holders bring a cottage-garden touch to the wall with soft peach and sage green yarn, creamy borders, and cheerful flower appliqués. A wooden ring makes each holder easy to hang, while a small opening near the bottom lets you pull out one reusable plastic grocery bag at a time.

About this tutorial: The pictured holders are design inspiration. The project below is an original, adaptable crochet interpretation, not a transcription of the photographed maker’s pattern. The photo shows rose embellishments on a peach holder and white daisies on a sage holder. You can recreate a similar look by following the construction method and customizing your flowers.

Why Make a Crochet Plastic Bag Holder?

• Keep clean, dry grocery bags in one easy-to-reach spot instead of a cluttered drawer.
• Add a soft, farmhouse-inspired accent to a kitchen, pantry, or laundry nook.
• Use favorite yarn colors and floral appliqués to create a coordinated handmade set.
• Make a practical gift for a housewarming or a crochet-loving friend.

Materials and Supplies

• Medium-weight (category 4) cotton or cotton-blend yarn: approximately 180–250 yd (165–230 m) for the holder, plus scraps for decorations. Quantity varies with size and stitch.
• 4 mm (G/6) crochet hook, adjusted for your tension.
• One smooth, sturdy wooden hanging ring, approximately 2.5–3 in (6–7.5 cm) in diameter.
• Stitch markers, yarn needle, and scissors.
• Optional: small amounts of stuffing-free flower embellishments and a secure wall hook.

Project at a Glance

• Skill level: Adventurous beginner to intermediate, especially for the floral details.
• US crochet terms: ch = chain, sc = single crochet, hdc = half double crochet, dc = double crochet, sl st = slip stitch, st = stitch, BLO = back loop only.
• Approximate finished size: 5–6 in (13–15 cm) wide when laid flat and 15–18 in (38–46 cm) long, excluding the wooden ring.
• Construction: Crocheted tube, reinforced lower dispensing slit, contrasting top border, attached ring, and sewn-on flowers.

How to Crochet the Bag Holder

Step 1: Crochet a Sturdy Lower Band

With your main color (peach or sage), ch 48 and join with a sl st to form a ring, taking care not to twist. The starting ring is the lower edge of the holder. Work 6 rounds of sc, placing 1 sc in each stitch. Join each round and keep the stitch count at 48. You may instead work in a continuous spiral and mark the first stitch.

Step 2: Make the Bag-Dispensing Opening

On the next round, sc in the first 18 stitches, ch 12 loosely and skip the next 12 stitches, then sc in the final 18 stitches (48 positions around). On the following round, sc in each sc and work 12 sc into the chain-12 opening. Continue with 2 rounds of sc to stabilize the fabric. The skipped section creates a horizontal dispensing slit that stretches into an oval shape when bags are pulled through.

If you want a more defined oval, work a round of evenly spaced sc directly around the edge of the slit, placing extra stitches at its two ends to soften the corners. Keep the opening large enough to reach in with your fingers but small enough to hold the remaining bags. Test with one clean bag before proceeding.

Step 3: Build the Long Textured Body

Work 1 hdc into each stitch around for the next round. For a lightly ribbed, structured surface, work subsequent rounds of hdc in the back loop only. Repeat until the holder reaches approximately 12–14 in (30–36 cm) from its lower edge. The image has a denser textured grid, so feel free to substitute a favorite reversible textured stitch in a swatch before committing to the full body. Keep the circumference consistent.

Step 4: Add a Cream Contrast Band

Switch to cream yarn. Work 5–7 rounds of sc around the top, maintaining 48 stitches. For a neat, more gathered finish, work a decrease round of *sc in next 4 stitches, sc2tog* repeated 8 times (40 stitches), then a final round of 40 sc. This creates a narrower neck beneath the hanging strap.

Step 5: Secure the Wooden Hanging Ring

At the top edge, crochet a sturdy strap: ch 10, turn, sc across the 9 available chains, and continue in rows until the strap is long enough to wrap around the lower portion of your wooden ring and return to the top edge. Sew both strap ends securely to the inside of the cream band with multiple passes of yarn. For extra stability, reinforce the join on both sides and gently test the holder with a few empty bags before hanging it.

Two Pretty Floral Decoration Ideas

Peach Holder with Crochet Roses

Use coral, blush, and cream yarn for a clustered bouquet. To make a simple rolled rose, ch 31. Starting in the second chain from the hook, work 2 sc in each chain for a curling strip. Fasten off, roll the strip into a spiral, and stitch through its base several times to hold the rose shape. Make several in different sizes by changing the starting chain length. For leaves, ch 8, then work sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc along one side of the chain, and mirror the stitches along the other side. Sew the rose cluster and leaves to the upper front of the holder.

Sage Green Holder with White Daisies

For a small daisy, make a yellow magic ring and crochet 10 sc into it; join and fasten off. Join white yarn in any stitch. Repeat *ch 4, sl st in the second chain from hook, sc in next chain, hdc in next chain, sl st in the next yellow stitch* around to form 10 slim petals. Adjust petal spacing if needed. Sew several flowers around the cream band and down one side of the green holder. Add tiny green leaves for an extra botanical touch.

Decorating tip: Attach each appliqué with a yarn needle and make sure no loose yarn tails remain inside the bag-dispenser tube where they might catch.

How to Fill and Use Your Crochet Bag Dispenser

• Collect clean, completely dry plastic grocery bags.
• Flatten each bag loosely and place it into the top of the crochet holder.
• Pull the corner or handles of one bag through the bottom oval opening.
• Hang the holder on a sturdy hook where it can be reached without pulling excessively on the wooden ring.
• Refill from the top whenever the bag supply runs low.

Color Combinations to Try

• Peach + ivory + blush roses: romantic cottage-kitchen style.
• Sage green + cream + white daisies: soft botanical farmhouse style.
• Dusty blue + white + yellow centers: fresh coastal-inspired style.
• Oatmeal + terracotta + olive leaves: warm rustic style.

Tips for a Neat, Long-Lasting Finish

• Choose washable yarn and avoid very loose stitches near the dispensing opening.
• Reinforce the wooden ring attachment so it does not stretch or pull away.
• Use a hanging point strong enough for the organizer and its contents.
• Wash gently according to the yarn label and lay flat to dry.
• Keep the holder away from cooktops, ovens, open flames, and hot appliances.
• Do not use this lightweight organizer to store heavy items or as a toy for children.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can beginners make a crochet plastic bag holder?

The basic tube is approachable once you know single crochet and half double crochet. The optional decorative roses, daisies, and rounded dispensing opening may require a little practice.

What yarn is best for this project?

Cotton or a cotton-blend yarn generally gives a tidy appearance and holds its shape reasonably well. Choose a yarn that can be cleaned easily.

Can I make the bag holder shorter or wider?

Yes. Add or remove body rounds to adjust the height. To make it wider, start with more foundation chains, then reposition the slit so it remains centered on the front.

How many grocery bags will it hold?

Capacity depends on your final dimensions and the thickness of your bags. Fill loosely so the bottom opening remains easy to use.

Is this the exact crochet pattern from the photograph?

No. It is an original project inspired by the photo’s floral decorations, contrasting cuffs, wooden hanging rings, and dispensing openings.

Final Thoughts

These pretty floral crochet plastic bag holders combine useful kitchen storage with a handmade garden look. Create a peach rose version, a sage daisy version, or both for a charming matching pair. Save the idea for your next cozy weekend crochet project, and explore more Crochet Cutie home décor inspiration.