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If you are looking for a quick, practical, and giftable crochet project, this Soap Saver crochet pattern is a must-make. The Winterberry Soap Saver is a reusable crochet pouch designed to hold a bar of soap, create gentle lather, and help reduce waste. With its textured Winterberry stitch and sweet drawstring closure, this Soap Saver works beautifully for everyday use, gifting, and craft markets.
This free Soap Saver crochet pattern is beginner-friendly, works up quickly, and uses small amounts of worsted-weight cotton or cotton-blend yarn.
Project Overview
The Winterberry Soap Saver is a charming, giftable crochet pouch featuring our signature Winterberry stitch for a soft, bubbly texture. Designed to hold a bar of soap, this versatile pouch can also be used for gift cards, small treats, or handmade Valentine’s Day gifts. Rated easy, this pattern builds on foundational skills and introduces simple technique upgrades, making it a great project for confident beginners. Finished with a sweet tie closure and decorative top edge, a full step-by-step video tutorial and printable gift tags are included. Free written crochet pattern down below!
Skill level: Beginner
Sizes: One Size 3.75″ x 5.25″
Yarn Weight: Worsted Weight 4
Yarn: Herrschners Cottage Cotton
Why Crochet a Soap Saver
A crochet Soap Saver is one of those small projects that packs in a lot of function.
- Helps use every last bit of your soap bars
- Creates a gentle lather while washing
- Allows soap to dry between uses
- Reduces plastic waste
- Makes a thoughtful, handmade gift
- Perfect for using up leftover yarn
- Quick to crochet and easy to customize
Winterberry Soap Saver Overview
The Winterberry Soap Saver features a soft, bubbly texture created with the Winterberry stitch. This texture not only looks beautiful, but also works perfectly for washing and exfoliating.
- Reusable crochet Soap Saver pouch
- Textured stitch for gentle lather
- Drawstring closure with an i cord
- Decorative top edge
- Worked in the round
- Printable gift tags in the PDF
- Full step-by-step video tutorial included
Video Tutorial
Watch the full tutorial on YouTube
Yarn Requirements
Worsted Weight #4
60% Cotton, 40% Acrylic, 207 yds/100 g
Shown in Chiffon, Cherry Glow, Posy, Blossom & Pale Oak
Approx. 40 yards per pouch and 10 yards for i-cord
Yarn Substitutes
This pattern is designed using Herrschners Cottage Cotton Yarn (60% cotton, 40% acrylic, approximately 207 yds/100 g) ≈ 2.07 yds per gram. When substituting yarn, choose a yarn with a similar weight and structure rather than matching yardage exactly. Cotton and cotton blend yarns will work best. Adjust hook size as needed to achieve a dense, durable fabric.
- Comfy Worsted (~109 yds/50 g, cotton acrylic blend) ≈ 2.18 yds per gram
- WeCrochet Dishie Cotton (~190 yds/100 g, 100% cotton) ≈ 1.9 yds per gram
- Bernat Handicrafter Cotton (CDN) (~80 yds/50 g, 100% cotton) ≈ 1.6 yds per gram
- Village Yarn Craft Cotton Yarn (~115 yds/71 g, 100% cotton) ≈ 1.6 yds per gram
- Lion Brand Made With Love (~185 yds/100 g, cotton blend) ≈ 1.85 yds per gram
- Premier Home (CDN) (~131 yds/75 g, cotton poly blend) ≈ 1.75 yds per gram
Learn more about how to substitute yarn in our free guide.
Crochet Hooks Needed
or the size needed to obtain the gauge
Additional Materials Needed
Gauge
Sc/tr: 8 sts and 8 rows equal to 2″ in pattern with 4mm hook
This pattern is not a fitted project, so exact gauge is not critical. Small variations in size will not affect how the pouch functions or performs. Gauge is provided as a reference only and may vary depending on yarn choice, hook style, and individual tension. Learn more about gauge in our beginner’s guide to gauge.
Finished Size
Approximately 3.75 inches wide x 5.25 inches tall
Skill Level
Easy, Confident beginner-friendly
More Than a Soap Saver: Other Uses
These crochet Soap Saver bags are incredibly versatile and can be used far beyond the shower.
Alternative Uses
- Gift card holder
- Treat bags for holidays
- Valentine’s Day gifts
- Party favour bags
- Small jewellery pouch
- Travel soap pouch
- Sachet holder for drawers
- Small toy or trinket bag
- Market packaging for handmade items
- Mini spa gift sets
- Hold special rocks or shells
Treat and Gift Ideas
- Fill with wrapped candies or chocolates
- Add a handwritten note or tag
- Pair with handmade soap
- Use as reusable gift wrapping
- Create themed sets for holidays or events
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Free Crochet Soap Saver Pattern
Tips:
Project Time: Approximately 25-30 minutes per Pouch.
- Turning your work at the end of each round is essential for this pattern. Working the Winterberry stitch on the wrong side allows the bobbly texture to pop on the right side of the pouch. When turning rounds, placing a stitch marker in the first and last stitch of each round can help make stitch placement easier to see.
- Count your stitches carefully, especially when turning rounds. It is easy to miss or add stitches if the counts are not checked regularly.
- Visually check that the Winterberry stitches are offset as you work. Comparing the edges and stitch placement each round helps keep the texture aligned and makes it easier to catch mistakes early.
- The pouch is started by working around the foundation chain. You will work along one side of the chain, then rotate your work and continue along the opposite side to form a round. When working down the first side, stitches are placed into the back loop of the chain. When working back along the opposite side, stitches are placed into the remaining chain loop. This creates a clean, rounded base for the pouch.
- Review all stitch abbreviations before beginning. Familiarity with single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet stitches will help ensure a smooth and enjoyable project.
Pouch
Round 1 (RS):
Ch 15, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across to last ch, work 2 sc in last ch, rotate work and continue working along the opposite side of the ch, 1 sc in remaining ch loop of each ch across to last ch, work 2 sc in last ch, sl st in first sc to join, turn—30 sts.
Round 2 (WS):
Ch 1, 1 sc in first st, 1 tr in next st, *1 sc in next st, 1 tr in next st; rep from * around, sl st in first sc to join, turn—30 sts.
Round 13:
Rep Round 5.
Round 14:
Rep Round 2.
Round 15:
Rep Round 3.
Round 16:
Rep Round 4.
Round 17:
Rep Round 5, Don’t turn.
Round 18 (RS):
Ch 1, 1 hdc in first st, ch 1, sk st, *1 hdc next st, ch 1, sk st; rep from * around, sl st in first hdc to join—30 sts.
Round 19:
Ch 1, 1 sc in each st and ch-1 sp around, sl st in first sc to join—30 sts.
Round 20:
Ch 1, 1 sc in first st, sk 2 sts, 5 dc in next st, sk 2 sts, *sc next st, sk 2 sts, 5 dc in next st, sk 2 sts; rep from * around, sl st in first sc to join—5 shell sts & 5 sc sts. Fasten off and weave in tails.
I-Cord Drawstring
Measure off a working tail approximately 85″ long, finished cord will measure approximately 20–21″. Add a slip knot to the hook, wrap the long tail over the hook, yo with working yarn and pull through both loops on the hook—1 st made, yo with tail, yo with working yarn and pull through both loops on the hook, rep this process for a total of 120 sts. fasten off, knot tails and trim.
How to Use a Crochet Soap Saver
Using a crochet Soap Saver is simple and effective.
- Insert a bar of soap into the pouch
- Pull the drawstring snug to close
- Use directly in the shower or bath
- The textured stitch helps create a gentle lather
- Soap dries between uses when hung properly
Important Care Tip
- Always hang your Soap Saver to dry after use
- Hanging prevents the pouch from becoming soggy
- Helps extend the life of both the soap and the crochet fabric
Final Thoughts on the Winterberry Soap Saver
This crochet Soap Saver pattern is:
- Quick to make
- Practical for everyday use
- Eco-friendly and reusable
- Perfect for gifting and markets
- A great stash-busting project
Whether you use it as a Soap Saver, a treat bag, or a small handmade gift pouch, this versatile crochet project is one you will reach for again and again.
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