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How to Knit the Stubby Holder
Knit a fitted stubby holder using Lincraft DK 8ply yarn. The design is worked in two pieces: a ribbed side piece shaped at the neck and a separately knitted base piece, which are joined together during finishing.
The finished holder measures approximately 22cm in circumference and 20cm in height, with a button-and-loop closure at the top.
Project: Stubby Holder
Pattern: A670
Craft type: Knitting
Difficulty:
Measurements
| Circumference (approx) | cm | 22 |
| Height (approx) | cm | 20 |
Yarn Required
| Yarn | 100g balls |
|---|---|
| Lincraft DK 8ply | 1 |
Needles
A pair of 4.00mm knitting needles.
Requirements
- Wool needle for sewing up.
- A button.
Tension
22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking st, using 4.00mm needles.
Special Abbreviations
KFB = Knit into front of stitch, knit into the back of the same stitch.
SIDE PIECE
Using 4.00mm needles, cast on 42 sts.
1st row: K2, * P2, K2, rep from * to end.
2nd row: P2, * K2, P2, rep from * to end.
Last 2 rows form rib.
Work a further 36 rows rib.
Shape Neck:
1st row: * K2, P2, K2tog, P2, rep from * to last 2 sts, K2 … 37 sts.
2nd row: P2, * K2, P1, K2, P2tog, rep from * to end… 32 sts.
3rd row: * K1, P2tog, rep from * to last 2 sts, K1, P1... 22 sts.
4th row: * K1, P1, rep from * to end... 22 sts.
Rep last row 7 more times.
Cast off in rib.
Join side seam from base to 7cn from top.
BASE PIECE
Using 4.00mm needles, cast on 5 sts.
1st row: Knit.
2nd row: KFB, K to last st, KFB… 7 sts.
3rd row: Knit.
4th row: KFB, K to last st, KFB… 9 sts.
Knit next 3 rows.
8th row: KFB, K to last st, KFB… 11 sts.
Knit next 3 rows.
12th row: KFB, K to last st, KFB… 13 sts.
Knit next 7 rows.
20th row: K2tog, K to last 2 sts, K2tog… 11 sts.
Knit next 3 rows.
24th row: K2tog, K to last 2 sts, K2tog… 9 sts.
Knit next 3 rows.
28th row: K2tog, K to last 2 sts, K2tog… 7 sts.
29th row: Knit.
30th row: K2tog, K to last 2 sts, K2tog… 5 sts.
31st row: Knit.
Cast off.
FINISHING
Join Side Piece to Base Piece with whip stitch. Sew button to Side Piece. Create loop with yarn and attach opposite to button. Sew in all ends.
Alternative Yarns
The original pattern uses Lincraft DK 8ply. When choosing an alternative yarn, select an 8ply or equivalent yarn that can achieve the original tension of 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch using 4.00mm needles.
Suitable Yarn Types
- 8ply acrylic yarn – an easy-care option with good colour availability.
- 8ply wool-acrylic blend – provides structure with additional warmth and resilience.
- 8ply cotton yarn – creates a firmer fabric with clear stitch definition.
- 8ply cotton-acrylic blend – combines structure with easier care.
- Machine-washable 8ply yarn – a practical choice for an accessory that may require regular cleaning.
Customisation Ideas
- Use team colours for a personalised sporting-themed holder.
- Choose a contrasting button to add a decorative detail at the top.
- Use a wooden or novelty button for a different finish.
- Add simple embroidery to the Side Piece after knitting and before final assembly.
- Make several in different colours for gifts or entertaining.
To retain the original size and fit, keep all stitch counts, row counts, neck shaping and base shaping unchanged when making decorative customisations.
Care Instructions
Follow the washing and care instructions provided on the ball band of the yarn used.
- Sew in all ends securely before washing.
- Check that the button and yarn loop are firmly attached.
- Wash using the method and temperature recommended for the selected yarn.
- Gently reshape the Side Piece and Base Piece while damp.
- Lay flat to dry where appropriate.
- Allow the holder to dry completely before placing it around a bottle.
