Free knitting patterns for slings, carriers, holders, and covers for water bottles. Updated 1/4/25
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Free Patterns
Water Bottle Koozie
Easy ribbed bottle cozy with options for stripes and leaf motifs in instructions. Rated easy by Ravelrers. Size fits average 20 oz. bottle. Uses one skein of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Anita Blake. Pictured project by knittiechick
Loophole Water Bottle Holder
Bottle carrier knit with a 4 round repeat openwork pattern and garter stitch strap. Two sizes 17 oz bottle (pictured) and 20 oz bottle. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Luann Rudolph.
Cabled Bottle Cover
Water bottle cozy with base knit with an 8 round repeat all over cable with ribbed top and tucked edge for stability at bottom. Uses one skein of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Melanie Hoffman. Pictured project by cherylsterling
Falling Ribbons Water Bottle Cozy
Bottle carrier knit in two colors with a slipped stitch pattern in a 6 row repeat. Worked flat across circular needles. The base is crocheted with basic stitches. If you don't want to crochet you might look at other patterns on this page for knit base. Size 9” circumference stainless steel water bottle or 16 to 20oz Soda or Plastic Water Bottles. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Michelle Cain.
Super Stripey Water Bottle Cozy
Great stash buster for scrap yarn! Striped water bottle sleeve with bottom will fit most standard metal water bottles. Size: fits a bottle that is just over 9” in circumference. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Tamara Kelly. Pictured project by myklia
Lacy Leaf Water Bottle Carrier
An over-the-shoulder water sling with a decorative lace leaf motif. Knit from the bottom up in the round. Size about 8" around, fits 9 oz bottle of water. Uses one skein of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Vicki Mikulak. Pictured project by oceanaura
Water Bottle Holder
Easy one skein water bottle carrier knit flat in basic stitches. Size Approx. 7” tall by 4” wide when laid flat. Uses one skein of Aran weight yarn. Designed by Goddess Crochet
Water Bottle Holder
One skein lace water bottle carrier knit flat with a one row repeat. Size To fit a 600 ml or 1.25 litre drink bottle. Uses less than one skein 22 - 33 yards (20 - 30 m) of DK weight yarn. Designed by Rian Anderson
Rainbow Water Bottle Carrier
Striped water bottle sling is worked in the round from the bottom up with garter stitch strap. Great stash buster for Aran weight yarn. Designed by Sarah E. White
More Free Patterns
Zigzag Water Bottle Cozy
Bottle sleeve with zigzag stripes. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Cristi Payne
Glee Water Bottle Sling
Mesh water bottle carrier knit with a 4 round repeat. 2 Size: 16.9oz water bottle & 24oz Hydro Flask. Uses one skein 50 – 60 yards {46 – 55 meters} of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Brome Fields. Web version is free.
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Cabled Water Bottle Carrier
Water bottle cozy with cabled sides and ribbed top for fit as well as an i-cord carrying handle. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Lisa Ebert
Sipp-A-Roo Bottle Cozy
Diagonally striped water bottle sling with a short strap the perfect size for hanging on a bicycle or when pushing a stroller. This felted bottle bag fits a common half-liter bottle (with hints for larger bottles). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by ColorJoy by LynnH
Bishi Water Bottle Carrier
Mesh container carrier with 2 options for strap – garter stitch or stockinette ties. The project can be knit in a couple of hours and requires less than a ball of worsted yarn according to the designer Georgie Hallam.
Belt Loop Bottle Carrier
Water container sling to hold a water or juice bottle when you’re on the go and have little to no pockets. Just put your belt through the loop and go on your way! Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Megan Bassett
Tulip Time Bottle Carrier
Water container sling features a tulip pattern in fairisle-style stranded knitting. To help support the weight of a 600ml bottle of water, the straps overlap to wrap right around the bottle. DK weight yarn. Designed by Sheila Stokes
Blissful Water Bottle Sling
Lace water bottle carrier knit with a 6 round repeat. 2 Size: 16.9oz water bottle & 24oz Hydro Flask. Uses one skein 50 - 60 yards (46 - 55 m) of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Brome Fields. Web version is free.
- Get the free knitting pattern - web version
- Buy the pdf
- Get Hydro Flasks at Amazon
- Get the recommended Knit Picks Dishie yarn at Amazon
Cancer Support Ribbon Water Bottle Holder
This water bottle cozy features a cable design in the shape of awareness ribbons. It’s great for fund raising walks. This cozy can be made in a different color to support various causes. Designed by Diane M Scott
Patterns for Purchase
Water Bottle Holder
Water bottle carrier with mesh and stockinette sections and strap. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Kelly Spenhoff.
Lace Bottle Holder
Lovely and practical lace water bottle carrier with i-cord strap. Pictured size is 9.5 in/24 cm tall, excluding spout, and measures the same at its widest circumference. The pattern includes instructions for accommodating taller or shorter bottles, but not wider. Uses one skein of Sport weight yarn. Designed by Christopher Berger.
Luangwa Valley Water Carrier
Basketweave water bottle carrier inspired by traditional Zambian fish traps and named for a Zambian park. Four I cord straps you can carry it over one shoulder or both, and adjust the length for comfort. Uses one skein of DK weight yarn. Designed by Miranda Jollie.
Quick Knit Water Bottle Holder
One skein water bottle carrier. Size Fits over a 16 to 18 ounce bottle of water. Uses one skein 80 yards (73 m) of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Frugal Knitting Haus.
Lighthouse Water Bottle Bag Caddy
Water bottle carrier sling designed to look like a lighthouse complete with knit seagull bird charm. Size 27cm tall x 12cm across, to hold a 500ml water bottle. DK weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Berry.
ZigBagZ Mini Collection
Set of patterns for 2 water bottle carriers and small purse with zigzag stripes in selfstriping yarn with solid contrast. BottleZig for half-liter or sport bottles. SportZig holds a liter water bottle or a 2-cup Thermos(tm). BabyZig bag is perfect for wallet, keys and cell phone. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Lynn DT Hershberger.
Lacy Water Bottle Cozy
Give your water bottle a makeover with this lace cover with a pattern from Barbara Walker’s A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns. This pattern includes instructions to adapt this cover to fit any sized water bottle. Designed by ZiziRho.
