Getting your holiday table ready? Crochet cutlery holders are the perfect way to add personality and warmth to your Christmas dinner setup. They’re functional, festive, and honestly, just plain fun to make.
Whether you’re a beginner looking for something simple or an experienced crocheter wanting a challenge, there’s a pattern here waiting for you. Let’s dive into some of our favorite designs that’ll get you in the holiday spirit.
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1. Santa Belly Flatware Holder

The designer over at Blackstone offers this charming holder in two different looks, so you can pick whichever style speaks to you. The supply list stays mostly the same, with just a few tweaks to the yarn choices depending on which version you go for.
2. Christmas Tree Cutlery Holder

This design works up with an inverted V stitch that creates a really nice textured look. If you’re ready to tackle something with a unique shape, Njeniehandmade has all the steps you need to bring this festive tree to life.
3. Gonk Gnome Cutlery Holder

Standing at 25 cm tall, this adorable gnome from SquibberlyRose uses marriner cotton yarn to achieve a soft knit-like appearance. Head over to the listing for all the details on how to recreate this whimsical character for your table.
4. Elf Stockings Pattern

Michele Wilcox designed these charming elf stockings at 7½” high and 4½” wide, working them up at a gauge of 16 stitches and 16 rows. They’re great for beginners to intermediate crocheters, and you can definitely experiment with different color combinations to match your decor.
5. Gingerbread Belly Flatware Holder

Bring some playful gingerbread charm to your dining table with this Blackstone-Designs creation. As long as you’re comfortable with chain, double crochet, decrease, single crochet, and slip stitch, you’ve got everything you need to make this sweet little holder.
6. Snowflake Mitten Ornaments

Mary Jane Protus created this dual-purpose pattern that works as both a cutlery holder and a beautiful ornament. Follow the gauge and hook size specified in the pattern to get the best results for your finished project.
7. Santa Claus Cutlery Cozy Pattern

This jolly fellow features a complete body, arms, and belt, all worked in rounds using chain, single crochet, half double crochet, and decrease stitches. Popsdemilk has created something that’s sure to steal the show at any Christmas meal.
8. Dinner At The Kringles

This hat-shaped holder has plenty of room to cradle your entire flatware set and brings a cozy, festive energy to your table setting. Head over to Garnstudio to grab the full pattern and get started on this fun project.
9. Xmas Cutlery Holder

The beauty of this design is how straightforward it is—the base stays the same while you can vary the details to create different looks. Njenie Handmade walks you through the process so you can make several versions if you’d like.
10. Santa Cutlery Holder

Emily’s design is perfect for anyone just starting their crochet journey, and it makes an excellent addition to holiday table décor. It’s simple enough to whip up at the last minute if you need a quick gift, too.

