Fall Leaves Crochet Cutlery Holder Pattern

The cutlery holder pouch in itself is such a versatile item to have on hand because of all of the things you can accomplish with it. After you’ve used it for your party, you can give it to the guests filled with some goodies (mini chocolates, bookmarks, stationery, gift cards, etc.) to take home. You can also keep your own little bits and bobs stored in them or make a few to sell at your local craft fair.

Whatever you decide to do with your finished project from this crochet cutlery holder pattern, it’s sure to come in handy at the right moments!

Related: If you want to add more autumn vibes to your home decor, you should check out the Turkey Kitchen Towel.

How to Crochet a Cutlery Holder

This crochet cutlery holder pattern is worked in one piece crocheted from the bottom up in continuous rounds (aka a spiral).

You’ll alternate working single crochet stitches in front and back loops to create the textured stitch. After reaching a specific height, you’ll crochet a round of double crochet stitches that will become the channel for the drawstring tie.

Then, once this is all done, you’ll finish off the crochet flatware holder with two more rounds of single crochet in front and back loops.

The last few steps including making a simple drawstring tie to cinch the pouch closed and crocheting three small leaves in contrasting colors to attach them to the front of the pouch.

Best Yarn for Crochet Cutlery Holders

For a crochet pouch, while there are many options to choose from, I used an acrylic and wool blend yarn. The added wool content makes it naturally sturdy and slightly textured, which helps the holder keep its shape and securely grip the utensils without slipping.

Because of the acrylic portion, the final piece will have good stitch definition and be both low-maintenance yet durable which is great for something that gets a lot of use. This yarn is also readily available and comes in a variety of colors which allows you to choose just the right one to match the rest of your tablescape.

Yarn

This crochet silverware pouch was designed with a worsted weight yarn to make sure it can securely hold heavier pieces. If you use a thinner yarn, the pouch may become easily deformed and develop holes or areas of stretch. A bulkier weight yarn may not achieve the sleek, tidy look of this one so be sure to test out what kind of final result you want before you make too many of these in one go.

I chose Lion Brand Wool-Ease for my crochet cutlery holder. This is a worsted weight / 4, acrylic and wool blend yarn and it’s currently available in glitter, multi, prints, and frosts. This yarn offers a smooth even texture in a contemporary color palette with plenty of neutral tones that are perfect for the fall.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch(s): chain(s)
• sl st(s): slip stitch(es)
• st(s): stitch(es)
• yo: yarn over
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• BLO: back loop only
• FLO: front loop only
• MC: main color
• Rep: repeat
• RS: right side

Experience Level

• Easy

Gauge

• In sc with a 5.00mm hook: 12 sts = 3″; 12 rows = 3.125″
• Row height isn’t crucial.

Pattern Notes

• Turning chains are not included in stitch count.
• Yarn Notes: Lion Brand Wool Ease (3 oz / 85 g / 197 yards / 180 m / 80% acrylic / 20% wool) was used for the sample in the pictures. Other comparable yarns may be substituted.
• Yardage & Colors
  • Fisherman (MC): #620-099 – 75 yards
  • 3 Contrasting Colors – 2 yards each color
• Construction Notes: This crochet cutlery holder pattern is crocheted from the bottom up in continuous rounds (aka a spiral). You’ll alternate working single crochet stitches in front and back loops to create the textured stitch. After reaching a specific height, you’ll crochet a round of double crochet stitches that will become the channel for the drawstring tie. Then, finish off the crochet flatware holder with two more rounds of single crochet in front and back loops. Next, make a simple drawstring tie to cinch the pouch closed. Lastly, crochet three small leaves in contrasting colors and attach them to the front of the pouch.

Fall Leaves Cutlery Holder – Written Pattern

Cutlery Holder

Set-Up: With MC yarn & a 5.00mm crochet hook, ch 29, without twisting the chain, join with a sl st to the 1st ch to form a ring.

Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 1, sc in each ch around. (29 sts) Do not join. Begin working in continuous rounds (aka a spiral). Use a scrap of yarn to mark the beginning and ending of each round. Move the scrap of yarn up as you complete each round.

Rnd 2: FLO sc in the first st, * BLO sc in the next st, FLO sc in the next st, rep from * around. Do not join. (29 sts)

Rnd 3: BLO sc in the first st, * FLO sc in the next st, BLO sc in the next st, rep from * around. Do not join. (29 sts)

Rep Rnds 2 – 3, until your crochet cutlery holder measures 5″ H.

Do not fasten off. Continue on to Holder Finishing. At this point, your holder should measure 3.5″ W x 5″ H (laid flat).

Progression Photos

Holder Finishing

Rnd 1 (RS): Continuing on with yarn & a 5.00mm crochet hook, working in both loops, dc in each st around. Do not join. (29 sts)

Rnd 2: FLO sc in the first st, * BLO sc in the next st, FLO sc in the next st, rep from * around. Do not join. (29 sts)

Rnd 3: BLO sc in the first st, * FLO sc in the next st, BLO sc in the next st, rep from * around. Join with a sl st to the 1st st. (29 sts)

Fasten off. Weave in ends. Continue on to Seaming.

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Seaming

Turn the flatware holder inside out.

With a yarn needle and tail of yarn that is 18″ long, whipstitch the bottom of the cutlery holder closed.

Weave in ends. Turn the flatware holder right side out. Continue on to the Tie.

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Tie

With yarn & a 5.00mm crochet hook, make a chain that is 18″ long, working into the back humps of the foundation ch, sl st into the 2nd ch from your hook and in each ch across. Stitch count is not crucial.

Fasten off. Weave in ends. Weave the tie in and out of the double crochet stitches in round 1 of the Holder Finishing.

Continue on to the Leaves.

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Leaf (Make 3)

Make one leaf in each of the three contrasting colors you’ve chosen.

Rnd 1 (RS): With yarn & a 4.00mm crochet hook, ch 7, sc in the 2nd ch from your hook, hdc in the next ch, dc in each of the next 3 chs, (sc, ch 3, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in the next ch, sc) in the last ch, rotate to work in the bottom of the ch, dc in each of the next 3 chs, hdc in the next ch, sc in the next ch. Sl st to the 1st st to join.

Fasten off leaving a tail of yarn large enough to use to attach the leaf to the cutlery holder. With tail of yarn and a yarn needle, attach the leaves to the crochet cutlery holder as shown in the photos.

Progression Photos