Cutlery Holder with Bow – Free Crochet Tutorial

When it comes to table décor, small handmade details make all the difference. This Cutlery Holder with Bow is not only practical but also adds a festive and elegant touch to your dining setup. Whether you’re preparing for Christmas, a wedding dinner, or simply want to surprise your guests at a casual gathering, this little crochet project is quick, fun, and highly customizable.

You can create the holders in colors that match your table theme think green and gold for Christmas, soft pastels for Easter, or elegant white and silver for a wedding. Plus, the addition of a bow makes it charming and unique.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn step by step how to crochet your own cutlery holder, with easy stitches that even beginners can follow. Let’s get started!

Cutlery Holder with Bow

Materials Needed

• Cotton yarn in your chosen color (green, gold, red, or any theme color)

• Crochet hook suitable for your yarn size (usually 3.5–4 mm for DK or cotton yarn)

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch – Chain

• sc – Single Crochet

• dc – Double Crochet

• sl st – Slip Stitch

Crochet Instructions

Step 1: Foundation

• Start by chaining 25 chains.

• Beginning in the third chain from the hook, crochet 22 single crochets (sc).

• Turn your work and chain 3.

Step 2: Crossed Double Crochet Pattern

• Skip the first single crochet.

• Work 1 double crochet (dc) into the second single crochet.

• Then go back and work 1 dc into the first single crochet. This creates a crossed double crochet (X stitch).

• Continue across the row, making 10 groups of crossed double crochets.

• Repeat this crossed double crochet row for 27 rows total.

Step 3: Shaping the Pocket

• Fold your work to form a pocket where the cutlery will fit.

• On the tenth row, crochet a complete round of single crochets (sc) around the entire perimeter of the holder to secure and neaten the edges.

Step 4: The Bow

• Crochet a simple bow or make one separately with ribbon.

• Attach the bow either by sewing it with needle and thread or using hot glue for a faster finish.

• You can choose to make the bow in gold, green, red, or white, depending on your table’s decoration theme.

Styling Ideas

• Christmas table: Use red yarn for the holder and add a gold bow.

• Rustic dinner: Go for neutral beige yarn and a twine bow for a farmhouse look.

• Elegant setting: White yarn with a silver ribbon bow for weddings or anniversaries.

• Playful vibe: Mix pastel shades and add a colorful bow for birthdays or spring gatherings.

The Cutlery Holder with Bow is a quick project that adds a handmade touch to your special occasions. With just a few rows of simple stitches, you can create a beautiful pocket to hold forks, knives, and spoons, finished off with a charming bow.

Experiment with colors to match your event theme, and don’t forget—you can always make a set of these to impress your guests. Handmade details are the ones people always remember!