Band Rnd 1: Join cream in any st. Ch 1, sc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc. (54 sts)
Band Rnd 2: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), dc in same st, sk 2 sts, V in next st 17 times, sk 2 sts, join with sl st to 3rd ch of ch-4. (18 V-sts)
Band Rnd 3: Sl st into first ch-1 sp. Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), dc in same sp, V in ch-1 sp of next V 17 times, join with sl st to 3rd ch of ch-4. (18 V-sts)
The V-stitches stack directly on top of each other and form the open diamond lattice.
Band Rnd 4 (scallops): Sl st into first ch-1 sp. Ch 1, sc in ch-1 sp of V, 5 dc in the gap between this V and the next V 18 times, join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc + 90 dc = 108 sts, 18 scallops)
Fasten off and weave in all ends on the inside.
Why the math works: Band Rnd 1 keeps the full count of 54, so the cream sits flush against the green. Band Rnds 2 and 3 each place 18 V-stitches over 54 sts, so the band neither flares out nor pulls in. In Band Rnd 4, each scallop sits over one 3-stitch repeat. The 5-dc fan spreads into the open gaps of the lace, so it doesn’t ruffle.
Bow Appliqué (Make 3)
With cream, ch 45. Sl st in the back bump of the 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (44 sl sts)
The cord is about 10 in (25.4 cm) long and firm enough to hold a neat loop. Tie it into a bow with two loops and two tails. Adjust the bow until it measures about 2.25 in (5.7 cm) across, with tails about 1.25 in (3.2 cm) long. Leave the yarn tails attached for sewing.
Straps (Make 2)
With sage green, ch 4.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 2 ch. (3 sts)
Rows 2–97: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (3 sts)
Fasten off, leaving a 24 in (61.0 cm) tail for sewing.
Each strap is about 0.9 in (2.3 cm) wide and 25.9 in (65.8 cm) long. Counting from Row 1, mark these sections with stitch markers:
- Rows 1–19: lowest pocket (Pocket 3)
- Rows 20–23: gap, about 1.1 in (2.8 cm)
- Rows 24–42: middle pocket (Pocket 2)
- Rows 43–46: gap, about 1.1 in (2.8 cm)
- Rows 47–65: top pocket (Pocket 1)
- Rows 66–87: rise to the ring, about 5.9 in (15.0 cm)
- Rows 88–97: ring wrap, about 2.7 in (6.9 cm)
Check: 19 + 4 + 19 + 4 + 19 + 22 + 10 = 97 rows.
Make All Pieces
- Sage green: 3 pocket bodies, 2 straps
- Cream: 3 lace bands, 3 bows
Layout (front view, ring at top):
Joining
Method: Use the green tail to whipstitch each strap to the outside wall of each pocket. Sew through both strap edges.
Placement: On each pocket, find two opposite points. On Rnd 12, there should be 33 sts between the markers on each side (66 ÷ 2). On Band Rnd 1, there should be 27 sts between them on each side (54 ÷ 2). Line up the strap between these markers so it runs straight up the side.
Matching strap rows to pocket rounds: Strap Row 1 sits at the base fold (Rnd 12) of Pocket 3. Strap rows 1–19 run up the wall to the top of Band Rnd 3, leaving the scallops free. Ease the strap rows evenly along the green body. On the lace, catch the strap into each V-stitch post so the openwork stays visible.
Repeat with rows 24–42 on Pocket 2 and rows 47–65 on Pocket 1. Attach the second strap to the opposite side of each pocket in the same way.
Tension: Sew snugly but not tightly. If the strap puckers, you’re pulling too hard. If a pocket tilts forward when it holds a roll, add a second line of stitches along both strap edges.
Ring: Bring both straps up so that rows 66–87 angle inward toward each other. Fold rows 88–97 of each strap over the ring from front to back, side by side. On the back, sew the last row flat to rows 78–87.
Size checkpoint: Hang the holder empty. It should measure about 25.5 in (64.8 cm) from the top of the ring to the base of Pocket 3. The gaps between pockets should be about 1.1 in (2.8 cm).
Finally, sew a bow to the center front of each pocket, halfway between the straps and directly below the lace band on green Rnd 23. Tack down the knot and each loop so they stay flat.
Final Blocking
- Wrap a toilet roll in plastic film and put it in each pocket.
- Lightly mist the lace bands and bows with water until they are damp but not soaked.
- Use your fingers to ease each scallop into an even arch.
- Pin the bow loops and tails into shape on the pocket.
- Lay the holder flat on a mat with the straps straight and parallel.
- Let it dry completely, for at least 12 hours.
- Remove the rolls and plastic, then hang the holder.
Final Quality-Control Checklist
- Each base lies flat and measures 6 in (15.2 cm) across.
- Each body has 54 sts at Rnd 23 and stands 3.2 in (8.1 cm) tall.
- Each band has 18 V-stitches and 18 scallops.
- All three pockets are 5 in (12.7 cm) tall.
- Each strap has 97 rows and hangs straight.
- The gaps between pockets are the same size.
- The bows are centered and tacked down.
- All ends are woven in on the inside.
Troubleshooting
Base cups or ruffles: Your increases are drifting. Recount against the stitch totals, and change hook size if needed.
Roll won’t fit: Your gauge is tight. Remake the pocket with a larger hook. Or skip the Rnd 20 decrease and work Rnds 20–23 with 60 sts. In that case, use 20 V-stitches in the band, since 60 ÷ 3 = 20.
Lace band flares: Band Rnd 1 probably has extra sts. Recount to 54.
Scallops ruffle: Work 4 dc instead of 5 in each gap.
Pockets tilt: The strap seams are too short. Sew the full 19 rows onto each pocket.
Holder hangs crooked: One strap is longer than the other. Count the rows and match the markers.
Care
Hand wash in cool water with mild soap. Press out the water in a towel, reshape the pockets and lay flat to dry. Do not tumble dry.
Final Notes
Every measurement in this pattern builds on the one before it:
- The 66-stitch base makes a bell 6 in (15.2 cm) across.
- Two decrease rounds bring the opening down to 54 sts, about 4.9 in (12.4 cm) across.
- 54 sts divide into 18 V-stitch repeats for a lace band of 1.8 in (4.6 cm). This makes each pocket 5 in (12.7 cm) tall.
- Two 97-row straps join the three pockets with even gaps of 1.1 in (2.8 cm), for a finished holder of about 25.5 in (64.8 cm).
Check your gauge on the first pocket and count every round, and the rest will follow.
Happy crocheting!
