Crochet Kitchen Towel Holder: Easy Floral Hanging Pattern

A crochet kitchen towel holder is an easy way to keep dish towels within reach while giving your kitchen a handmade touch. Inspired by the burgundy and dusty-blue hanging holders pictured here, this original design combines a breathable mesh pocket, dainty flower appliqués, a scalloped cream border, and a wooden hanging ring.

Pattern note: This is a practical photo-inspired crochet tutorial, not a verified stitch-for-stitch reconstruction of the pictured holders. The sample uses a removable folded hand towel: the towel slips into the crocheted sleeve and drapes through the lower opening. Always hang it away from heat, burners, and open flames.

Why You’ll Love This Floral Crochet Towel Holder

• Keeps a hand towel handy beside the sink
• A decorative open-mesh design with sweet flower accents
• Easy to personalize in farmhouse, cottagecore, or modern kitchen colors
• Removable towel for easy laundering
• A satisfying small crochet project and handmade housewarming gift

Materials and Supplies

• Approximately 100–150 yards of worsted-weight (#4) cotton yarn for one holder
• Small amounts of cream, pink or yellow, and leaf-green cotton yarn for borders and flowers
• 4 mm (G/6) or 4.5 mm (7) crochet hook, depending on tension
• One smooth wooden ring, approximately 2–2.5 inches (5–6.5 cm) in outer diameter
• A clean kitchen hand towel, approximately 16 x 25 inches (40 x 64 cm)
• Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers, and measuring tape

Finished Size and US Crochet Abbreviations

Approximate sleeve size: 5–6 inches wide and 10–11 inches long when laid flat, excluding the ring and hanging tab. Adjust the tube to fit your chosen towel. These are sample dimensions, not guaranteed measurements.

US terms: ch = chain; sc = single crochet; hdc = half double crochet; dc = double crochet; sl st = slip stitch; st = stitch; sp = space; sk = skip. A beginning ch 3 counts as one dc where indicated.

Free Crochet Kitchen Towel Holder Pattern

Step 1: Make the Bottom Cuff

With burgundy or dusty-blue yarn, ch 60, join with a sl st to form a ring without twisting. Round 1: ch 1, sc in each chain around, join to the first sc (60 sc). Rounds 2–5: ch 1, sc in each stitch around, join (60 sc). This cuff frames the lower opening through which your towel will hang.

Step 2: Crochet the Mesh Sleeve

Round 6: ch 3 (counts as the first dc), ch 2, skip 2 stitches; *dc in next stitch, ch 2, skip 2 stitches* around. Join to the top of the initial ch 3. You should have 20 dc posts and 20 chain spaces.

Round 7: sl st into the next ch-2 space, ch 3 (counts as dc), ch 2; *dc in the next ch-2 space, ch 2* around. Join to the top of the starting ch 3. Repeat Round 7 until the mesh body measures approximately 8–9 inches (20–23 cm) tall, or just shorter than the length you want for your holder.

Step 3: Finish the Top Cuff

Slip stitch into the next ch-2 space. Ch 1 and make 3 sc into each of the 20 ch-2 spaces, then join (60 sc). Continue for 4 rounds of sc. Fasten off and weave in ends. Your holder should now be an open-ended crocheted tube. Check that a folded towel slides in without stretching the stitches too far.

Step 4: Add a Cream Scalloped Border

With cream yarn, join at the top edge. Work a decorative edge by repeating *sl st in next stitch, skip next stitch, 5 dc in next stitch, skip next stitch* around, adjusting the final repeat if needed. Fasten off. Repeat along the bottom edge if desired. For a simpler finish, work 1–2 rounds of sc in cream instead.

Step 5: Attach the Wooden Ring

For a sturdy hanging tab, ch 9 with your main color. Row 1: sc in the second ch from hook and across (8 sc). Work rows of 8 sc until the tab measures about 5–6 inches (13–15 cm). Fold the tab over the wooden ring and securely sew both tab ends to the upper back of the crocheted holder, using several passes of yarn through the firm top cuff. Test the ring and stitches with a lightly folded towel before using. Do not attach the ring directly to loose mesh loops.

Step 6: Crochet Simple Flowers and Leaves

Small flower: In pink, white, or yellow, ch 4 and sl st into the first ch to create a ring. *Ch 2, work 2 dc into the ring, ch 2, sl st into the ring* five times to make five petals. Fasten off with a long sewing tail. Stitch a contrasting center using a yarn needle.

Leaf: With green yarn, ch 7. Starting in the second chain from the hook, work sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc. Continue around the opposite side of the foundation chain, repeating the stitches in reverse as needed to form a pointed leaf, and join. Make several flowers and leaves, then sew them onto the front of the sleeve near the top or side. Keep the hanging ring and lower towel opening clear.

Step 7: Insert and Style Your Towel

Fold a kitchen towel lengthwise into a narrow strip. Feed the upper portion through the holder and pull the bottom end down through the lower opening. Let the remaining fabric hang freely, as shown by the inspiration photo. Adjust the folds to make the towel look full, and pull it out for washing whenever needed. For wet towels, choose a well-ventilated place and allow the towel to dry fully between uses.

Color Combinations to Try

• Burgundy + ivory + dusty pink roses for a cozy traditional kitchen
• Dusty blue + white + yellow daisies for a fresh farmhouse look
• Sage green + cream + peach flowers for soft cottagecore decor
• Charcoal + white for a clean, minimal kitchen accessory

Care and Safety Tips

• Choose cotton yarn that is suitable for washing, and follow the yarn label.
• Remove the towel before washing the crochet sleeve.
• If using wooden rings, hand-wash the holder as appropriate and dry the wood promptly.
• Keep hanging textiles away from stovetops, ovens, candles, and other heat sources.
• Use a sturdy wall hook and avoid placing heavy objects inside the sleeve.

More Crochet Ideas for Your Kitchen

Love useful crochet home projects? Explore our crochet plastic bag holder pattern and sunflower hanging kitchen organizer. Both are fun ways to add handmade organization to your space.

Frequently Asked Questions

What yarn works best for a crochet kitchen towel holder?

Worsted-weight cotton is a practical option because it provides structure, stitch definition, and washability. Avoid very stretchy yarns if the holder needs to keep its shape.

Can beginners make this crochet towel holder?

Yes. The tube uses basic stitches and repeatable mesh rounds. The border and flower decorations are optional if you prefer a simpler beginner project.

Do I have to crochet the towel itself?

No. This project makes the hanging holder only. A regular removable fabric kitchen towel slides through the open sleeve.

How can I make the holder larger or smaller?

Start with a foundation chain that is a multiple of three, and keep the mesh repeats consistent. Work more or fewer rounds for the length and check that your folded towel fits the tube comfortably.

Save this free crochet kitchen towel holder pattern for a useful weekend craft. Make one in burgundy with roses and another in dusty blue with daisies for a sweet matching pair.