Simple Bar Soap Holder for Shower Crochet Pattern

This simple soap holder for shower crochet pattern is designed for a full-size bar of soap; however, smaller pieces of soap can be added to the soap holder as well. Great under-an-hour crochet project. The open weave of the stitch combination give this soap holder a beautiful texture.

Do you ever find yourself fumbling with slippery soap bars during your shower, wishing for a more organized and elegant solution? Look no further! We’re thrilled to introduce a delightful and practical solution to enhance your daily shower routine; the Simple Bar Soap Holder, a charming crochet pattern that brings both functionality and style to your bathroom.

In the world of self-care and pampering, every detail counts. This crochet pattern is the perfect addition to your daily ritual, providing a simple yet effective way to keep your soap easily accessible, dry, and mess-free.

Whether you’re a seasoned crochet enthusiast or just starting your yarn journey, this project is designed to be accessible to all skill levels, allowing you to create a functional and beautiful soap holder with ease.

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Do Soap Savers Work?

The simple answer is yes. These nifty creations not only whip up a fantastic, soapy lather but also rescue those little soap scraps from the brink of oblivion.

Just like your trusty washcloth, the woven texture works its magic, offering a gentle exfoliation that’ll leave your skin feeling refreshed.

Crochet Soap Saver is a Budget Friendly Pattern

You can use this as a soap saver by placing your small pieces of the soap bar inside. It’s a better alternative instead of throwing the end scrap of the bars of soap away like I normally do. While you can save money by using all the scraps of soap, this Simple Soap Holder is large enough to hold a whole standard size bar of soap or even a shampoo bar.

It’s an alternative option to a shower soap holder. You can put a little suction cup on the tile shower wall and hang your pretty bag. There are so many uses for this small bag.

When you are finished cleaning, simply hang it up to remove the excess water and dry. This eliminates leaving the it in a wet soap tray. No more soggy and mushy soap in a puddle of water. It’s like making your own self-draining soap dish! A simple solution for a dry bar of soap.

Crochet Gift Idea

This would also be a lovely handmade gift to pair with the Simple Cute and Quick Crochet Washcloth Pattern and a fancy bar of soap. What a nice pampering gift. Place in a gift bag or tie a ribbon around the set for a nice gift presentation. Make a set for yourself, teachers, neighbors, babysitters, pet sitters, bus drivers, friends, family, and co-workers. I think that anyone would love to receive a beautiful homemade gift such as this.

I made this in pastel colors, and other colors to match the bathroom decor of recipients. This also makes small items to gift as a stocking stuffer.

Basics of Simple Soap Holder Crochet Free Pattern

This crochet pattern works up quickly. I was able to make one in under an hour. The pattern is crochet like a washcloth and folded. Sew the sides together with the cotton yarn and a yarn needle. Crochet a tie and thread it through the holes to complete the pattern. It’s like a shower caddies for your soap.

The simple design has drain holes that allow the water to drain off when finished. However, the holes also allow the bar of soap to get nice and sudsy. You could even add liquid soap or body wash to this crochet bag and use it like a scrubbie.

A cute bathroom accessories with self-draining design.

Altering the Size of the Pattern

If you would like to make the crochet washcloth narrower or wider, increase or decrease by 2 stitches. If you would like to make it longer or shorter, just adjust the rows. Note: I started and ended with the SC row of stitches and you may want to do the same.

Choosing the right yarn

The durability of cotton ensures your creation will endure the rigors of daily use and frequent washes. While chunky yarn works up quickly, practicality comes into play. Consider this: a wet soap saver made with heavier yarn will linger in dampness far longer in the bathroom. Opting for cotton strikes the right balance; a durable pouch that not only crochets up efficiently but also dries promptly, ensuring a seamless and practical addition to your shower routine.

Directions: Simple Bar Soap Holder for Shower Crochet Pattern

Skill Level

Confident beginner.

Gauge

4″ x 4″ (10 cm x 10 cm) 13 SC and 14 rows with a 5 mm (U.S. H/8) crochet hook

Finished Size

Approximately 7 inches wide X 6 ½ inches long.

Materials

1 skein of 100% cotton yarn (I made 3 washcloths out of one skein) Here is a link to Peaches & Cream Cotton yarn

Size H 5.0 mm Crochet Hook

Tapestry Needle to weave in the ends

Scissors

Abbreviations

CH = Chain

DC = Double Crochet

HDC = Half Double Crochet

SC = Single Crochet

SL ST = Slip Stitch

SP = Space

ST = Stitch

TR = Treble Crochet

[ ] = Repeat Between

Pattern Notes

There is a video tutorial showing how to work this pattern near the bottom of this post.

This pattern is written in US terms.

Begin

CH 30

Row 1:

SC in the second CH from the hook, [CH 1, SK next ST, SC in next SP] continue the pattern between [ ] ending with a SC in the last ST.

Row 2:

CH 2, HDC in the first SK ST from the previous row [CH 1, SK next ST, HDC in next SP] continue working stitches between [ ]. Ending with a HDC in the last ST.

Row 3:

CH 2, SC in the first SK ST from the previous row [CH 1, SK next ST, SC in next SP] continue between [ ] ending with a SC in the last ST.

Rows 4-17:

Repeat rows 2 and 3.

Row 18:

SC, Then in the first CH 1 SP, SC, CH 2, TR, DC. [In the next CH 1 SP, SC, CH 2, TR, DC] Repeat between [ ] to the end. SC in the last ST.

Don’t cut off the yarn yet. Make sure that you have enough yarn to go around the side and bottom of the Simple Soap Holder and about 10 inches to weave in at the end. Once you have that, go ahead and cut the yarn. Go ahead and join now.

Joining Edges of the Soap Bag

Fold lengthwise (right sides together if you plan on turning the bag inside out when done. If not, set the wrong sides together) sew the side and bottom by just weaving the yarn back and forth through the loops on the end of the crochet stitches. Using the yarn needle, weave in the yarn tail. Cut off any excess yarn. If you plan on turning the bag inside out like I did, now is the time to do that before you add the tie.

Crocheting the Tie Closure

CH 60 and SL ST into each CH. This helps give the tie a bit more of a finished look. Before you weave in the yarn ends, use that to help pull the tie through the holes created by the HDC and the SC. Once done, weave in the ends and cut off the excess yarn.

Weave the tie through the top holes created by the HDC and SC.

The pattern for the matching Crochet Washcloth is available here.

Video Tutorial

You can find the video tutorial for this easy small bag crochet pattern on our YouTube channel.

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