I don’t know what the weather’s like where you are, but here in the north of Spain, it’s been positively scorching! The idea of knitting or crocheting anything with heavy wool or acrylic right now makes me itch – literally, and a sweaty itch at that.
To beat the heat, I decided to whip up something small, cute, satisfying, and useful without making myself even sweatier in the process. Bonus!
These aren’t my usual colours. To be honest, I’m not the biggest fan of green (a bit like my homegirl Michelle Visage), but this olive shade happens to match my bathroom perfectly, so I went for it! It’s a purely selfish crochet project, but I thought I’d share this Sage Soap Saver · Crochet Pattern here in case you fancy a quick, summery make while you’re on holiday or just trying to keep cool at home.
Table of Contents
| At A Glance: Sage Soap Saver Easy / Fast Make | |
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| Materials & Tools |
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| Terminology | US Terms |
| Washability | 100% Machine washable (hygienic and reusable) |
| Time to Make | 30 to 45 Minutes |
| Key Features | Textured mesh for lathering, cinch drawstring closure |
| Maker’s Eco Note Always stick to 100% cotton, linen, or bamboo for soap savers. Synthetic fibers like acrylic do not absorb water properly, will not create a rich lather, and can stretch out completely when wet. Plus, natural plant fibers look beautifully rustic on a bathroom shelf. | |
Why You’ll Love This Quick Crochet Soap Pouch
This lovely little make is the PERFECT handmade gift. You can easily make about 50 of these in an afternoon to give to everyone you love!
- Stash Buster: It is ideal for using up those annoying scraps of cotton yarn.
- Customizable: They are so easy to match to any home or bathroom aesthetic.
- Great Texture: The clever combination of half double and double crochet stitches worked between the posts gives you a lot of fantastic, exfoliating scrubbiness.
This project uses less than one ball of gorgeous Katia United Cotton in the elegant Khaki shade (honestly, less than 25g of yarn! What a dream!). However, feel free to substitute it with any DK-weight cotton yarn you like. I highly recommend using a sturdy cotton for durability, but any plant-based yarn (like bamboo or linen) will do nicely.
| At A Glance: Soap Saver Pouch | |
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| Materials & Tools |
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| Terminology | US Terms |
| Key Stitches | dc, ch, sl st, hdc |
| Size | Fits a regular-sized bar of soap |
| Design Note The ch-2 at the start of rows counts as the first hdc throughout, unless you prefer not to. You can also work without foundation chains if you feel comfortable doing so. | |
The Pouch Body
Round 9: Ch 2, then work 1 hdc into every st around, again inserting your hook between the posts (i.e., between the dc stitches of the previous round). Sl st into the top of the beginning ch‑2 to join.
Round 1: Ch 28, and sl st into the first ch to form a ring. Ch 2. Work 1 hdc into each ch around. Sl st into the top of the beginning ch‑2 to join.
Round 2 – 8: Ch 2, then work 1 dc into every st around, inserting your hook between the hdc/dc stitches of the previous round (instead of into the top loops). Sl st into the top of the beginning ch‑2 to join.
Finishing & Assembly
- Break your yarn and weave in the ends securely.
- At the bottom (seamed section), insert your hook as shown in the images below and sc across to create an extra seam for added strength.
The Drawstring
- Ch 80, then pull the yarn firmly at the end to tighten and secure the last chain stitch.
- Weave the drawstring in and out around the top of the pouch, at the base of your first hdc round.
…And that’s it! Such a sweet and simple pattern. If you loved making this quick bathroom accessory, please comment below and share it with your creative friends. I absolutely love hearing from you!
Happy crafting,
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