Candlelight Christmas Toilet Paper Holder Crochet Pattern

The side markers now sit in st 17 and st 50, which are 33 stitches apart. Don’t fasten off yet. Go on to the Border (Rim) section.

Long Strap (Make 2)

With MC, ch 5.

• Row 1: sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across. Turn. (4)
• Rows 2–59: ch 1, sc across. Turn. (4)

Fasten off. The strap measures 1 in (2.5 cm) × 13.1 in (33.3 cm).

Strap zones, from the top:

• Rows 1–7: ring fold, about 1.5 in (3.8 cm)
• Rows 8–25: free V section, 4 in (10.2 cm)
• Rows 26–48: sewn to the top pocket, about 5.1 in (13.0 cm)
• Rows 49–52: gap above the dowel, 0.9 in (2.3 cm)
• Rows 53–59: dowel fold, about 1.5 in (3.8 cm)

Tab (Make 4)

With MC, ch 5.

• Row 1: sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across. Turn. (4)
• Rows 2–14: ch 1, sc across. Turn. (4)

Fasten off. Each tab measures 1 in (2.5 cm) × 3.1 in (7.9 cm).

Make All Pieces

Finish the rim on every pocket before you join anything.

• Navy: 3 pockets (with yellow motif), 2 long straps, 4 tabs
• Yellow: the motifs and rims on all 3 pockets

Layout (front view):

Joining

Use whipstitch with MC and a tapestry needle. Work stitch to stitch and row to round.

1. Ring: fold Rows 1–7 of each strap around the ring and whipstitch Row 7 to Row 1 across 4 sts. Space the two straps about 1 in (2.5 cm) apart on the ring.
2. Top pocket (P1): center strap Rows 26–48 over the side marker column, covering 2 sts on each side of the marker. Sew from Rnd 14 up to Rnd 36. That’s 23 strap rows matched to 23 pocket rounds (Rnds 14–36), so the strap stays flat without easing. Sew both long edges of the strap. Do the same on the other side.
3. Dowel ends: slide the dowel through, fold Rows 53–59 of each strap around it about 0.5 in (1.3 cm) from the end, and whipstitch Row 59 to Row 53.
4. Lower pockets (P2, P3): on each pocket, sew 1 in (2.5 cm) of a tab to the inside of the back rim over sts 8–11 and a second tab over sts 56–59. Each tab’s 4 sts match 4 rim sts. Fold the tabs over the dowel and sew the free ends to the outside of the back.

Keep your tension relaxed so the seams don’t pucker. Hang the organizer and check that it measures 14 in (35.6 cm) wide and about 18 in (45.7 cm) tall, and that the two lower pockets sit evenly.

Border (Rim)

Rim gauge: 16 sts = 4 in (10.2 cm). The rim is 2 rounds, about 0.4 in (1.0 cm) deep.

Continue on each pocket after Rnd 34.

• Rnd 35: change to CC on the last yarn over of Rnd 34. sc around. (66) That’s 33 sts across the front and 33 across the back, measured between the side markers.
• Rnd 36: do not turn. Reverse sc around. (66) Again, 33 sts across the front and 33 across the back. Join with a sl st and fasten off.

Why the math works: Both rim rounds are worked one stitch into each stitch, so no stitches are added or lost. The rim stays at 66 sts, which is a circumference of 16.5 in (41.9 cm) and a diameter of 5.25 in (13.3 cm). That’s slightly smaller than the 18 in (45.7 cm) body, which gives the gentle barrel shape and helps the pocket grip the roll. The two side markers stay 33 sts apart, so the straps sit exactly opposite each other.

Final Blocking

1. Weave in all ends on the inside of each pocket, in matching colors.
2. Put a toilet roll wrapped in a hand towel into each pocket so it’s firmly filled.
3. Spritz each pocket lightly with water, then smooth the motif and the rim with your fingers.
4. Press the base flat on a towel.
5. Pin the straps flat to 1 in (2.5 cm) wide.
6. Let everything dry completely, then remove the fillers and hang the organizer.

Final Quality-Control Checklist

• Every base measures 5.7 in (14.5 cm) and lies flat.
• Body rounds have 72 sts, and the rim has 66 sts.
• The motif is centered on the front, with its center at st 36.
• No carried strand shows through on the front.
• The rim’s crab stitch cord is even all the way around.
• The straps are sewn over 23 rounds and sit opposite each other.
• The lower pockets hang level, with their tabs evenly spaced.
• A standard roll slides into each pocket easily.

Troubleshooting

• Base ruffles: your tension is loose, or you skipped the staggered increases. Go down a hook size.
• Base cups: go up a hook size.
• Navy shows through the yellow: keep the carried strand at the back of the stitch and tug it gently after each color change.
• Motif leans to the right: this is normal in sc tapestry. Blocking eases most of it.
• Rim flares out: your reverse sc is too loose. Use a smaller hook for Rnd 36.
• Pocket tilts: check the tab positions (sts 8–11 and 56–59) and resew them.

Care

Spot clean or hand wash cold, then reshape over a roll and lay flat to dry. Remove the ring and dowel before washing.

Final Notes

The measurement chain is simple. Gauge sets the 5.7 in (14.5 cm) base, and the 72-stitch body holds a 23-stitch motif. The 66-stitch rim brings the pocket to 5.3 in (13.5 cm) tall. Straps sewn row to round build an organizer about 14 in (35.6 cm) wide and 18 in (45.7 cm) tall. If you check the first pocket at each step, the other two will match.

Happy crocheting!