How to Crochet the Drink Bottle Bags
Project: Drink Bottle Bags
Pattern: P351
Craft type: Crochet
Difficulty: EASY CROCHET
You can add a crochet letter to monogram the bottle bag; see our Crochet Alphabet Pattern, P345.
Measurements
| Size | ONE SIZE |
|---|---|
| Body Length | 24cm |
| Circumference | 26cm |
Yarn Required
| Yarn | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Makr ORGANIC COTTON Yarn 100g balls Various Colours |
1 |
Needles and Equipment
- 3.5mm hook
- Stitch markers
- Wool needle for sewing in ends
Tension
3.5mm: 7 filet squares (stitch wse) + 8 fillet squares (row- wise) = 10cm x 10cm.
Crochet Abbreviation
- Ch chain
- Ch sp chain space
- Dc double crochet
- Rep repeat
- Sk skip
- Sl st slip stitch
- St(s) stitch(es)
- Tr treble crochet
BOTTLE BAG PATTERN
BASE
Begin with a magic ring.
Round 1. Working into the ring, ch 3 (counts as a tr here and throughout), tr 15, sl st to top of ch 3 to join (16 tr)
Round 2. Ch 3, 2 tr in same st as join, ch 2, sk 1, tr in next st, *ch2, sk1, 3 tr in next st, ch 2, sk 1, tr in next st, rep from * to last st, ch 2, sk last st, sl st to top of ch 3 to join (16 tr + 8ch – 2sps)
Round 3. Ch 3, tr in next 2 sts, (ch 2, tr in next ch-2 sp) 2 times, ch 2, *tr in next 3 sts, (ch 2, tr in next ch-2 sp) 2 times, ch 2, rep from *around, sl st to top of ch 3 to join. (20 tr + 12 ch-2 sps)
Round 4. Ch 3, tr in next 2 sts, (ch 2, tr in next ch-2 sp) 3 times, ch 2 *tr in next 3 sts, (ch 2, tr I next ch-2 sp) 3 times, ch 2, rep from *around, sl st to top of ch 3 to join. (24 tr + 16ch-2sps)
BODY
Rounds 5-14: Ch3, tr in next 2 sts, ch 2, (tr in next st, ch 2) 3 times, *tr in next 3 sts, ch 2 (tr in next st, ch2) 3 times, rep from * around, sl st to top of ch 3 to join.
Do not fasten off.
STRAPS
Sl st into next st, ch 188 sk 21 sts along top of bag, and being careful not to twist ch, sl st to next (22nd) st.
Round 1. DC across top of bag to beginning of strap ch, then dc across ch to other side.
Round 2. Sl st across top of bag to other side of strap, then sl st across strap.
Fasten off. Rejoin yarn at first skipped st after the strap ch.
Round 3. Ch 1, dc across top of bag to bottom of strap ch, then dc across bottom of ch to other side.
Round 4. Sl st across top of bag to ther side of trap, then sl st across strap.
Fasten off.
FINISHING
Secure and weave in all ends.
Alternative Yarns
The original pattern uses Makr ORGANIC COTTON Yarn. When choosing an alternative yarn, select a cotton or cotton-blend yarn that can produce a similar filet fabric using a 3.5mm crochet hook.
Suitable Yarn Types
- 8ply cotton yarn – the closest substitute for the original, providing strength and clear stitch definition.
- Mercerised cotton – creates a smooth, durable fabric with crisp filet squares.
- Cotton-acrylic blend – may provide a slightly lighter fabric while retaining useful structure.
- Recycled cotton blend – suitable provided the finished bag remains strong enough to carry a filled drink bottle.
Customisation Ideas
- Adjust the strap length as noted in the original pattern to suit your preferred carrying length.
- Add a crochet letter using Crochet Alphabet Pattern P345 to monogram the bag.
- Use contrasting colours for the body and monogram letter.
- Make several bags in different colours for family members.
- Use a tonal or variegated cotton yarn for subtle colour changes through the filet pattern.
To retain the original bag proportions, keep all base and body stitch counts and rounds unchanged. Adjust only the strap length where desired, as specifically allowed by the original pattern.
Care Instructions
Follow the washing and care instructions provided on the ball band of the yarn used.
- Secure and weave in all ends before use or washing.
- Wash using the method and temperature recommended for the selected yarn.
- Gently reshape the bag and strap while damp.
- Lay flat to dry where appropriate.
- Allow the bag to dry completely before placing a drink bottle inside.
- Check the strap regularly for stretching or wear.
