Easy Shark Water Bottle Holder – Free Crochet Pattern for Beginners
Hey there, yarn friends! 🧶
Today I’ve got something fin-tastically fun for you—my Shark Water Bottle Holder crochet pattern! Whether you're heading to the beach, pool, park, or just living your best land-shark life, this little buddy is the perfect way to carry your water in style.
It’s functional, adorable, and surprisingly beginner-friendly. Think of it like your own crocheted sea creature that keeps your hands free and your drink close.
Why a Shark?
Honestly? I was doodling sea creatures, and the idea of a shark chomping down on a water bottle made me laugh out loud. Then I couldn’t not make it. The dorsal fin, little teeth, and tail bring it all together in a way that’s just too cute not to share.
This pattern is perfect if you:
Love quirky and functional crochet projects
Want a gift idea for a kid, teen, or fun-loving adult
Are prepping for summer craft fairs or markets
Just like the idea of crocheting a shark that bites (but only a little)
What You’ll Need
You'll need worsted weight yarn (gray, white, and a pop of red if you're feeling spicy), a 5.0 mm hook, and a water bottle to size it to. The pattern includes tips for customizing the strap length and even making it fit different bottle sizes.
A Few Tips
🪝 Use sturdy yarn for extra durability
🦷 The teeth are easier than they look—just some simple surface stitching!
🎒 Add a button or cinch cord to the inside for extra grip if your bottle is slippery
Let’s Make It Together!
You can grab a beautifully formatted, ad-free PDF version of this pattern in my shop for just $1—perfect for printing or saving for later.
👉 PDF
Or just keep scrolling—because the full pattern is right below, totally free!
🧶 Shark Water Bottle Holder – Free Crochet Pattern
Solid Base
Foundation: Make a magic ring or make a slipknot, ch 4, sl st to 1st ch to form a ring.
Round 1: Ch 2, dc 6 into ring, sl st (6)
Round 2: Ch 2, inc in each st around, sl st (12)
Round 3: Ch 2, inc around, sl st (24)
Optional extra row for a wider base:
Round 4: Ch 2, [dc 1, inc] around, sl st (36)
Mesh
Round 5: Ch 4, rep [sk st, 1 dc, ch 1] around, sl st to 3rd ch up.
Round 6: Sl st into ch 1 space, ch 2, dc 1 in same space, then 2 dc in each chain space around, sl st (24)
Rounds 7–14: Repeat rounds 5 and 6, ending on a round 6.
Top Edge
Rounds 15–16: Sc around, sl st (24)
Mouth
Row 17–18: Sc 12, turn
Row 19: Sk first st, sc until 2 sts remain, sk 1, turn (10 sts)
Rows 20–23: Repeat Row 19
You should have 2 sts left at the end of Row 23. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Reattach yarn on the other side and repeat Rows 17–23.
Attach red yarn and sc around the full mouth opening (24 sts).
Teeth
Attach white yarn.
Sl st, then repeat [dc, ch 1, sl st into next stitch] around.
Eyes (Make 2)
In white:
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2: 6 inc (12)
Round 3: 12 sc, sl st, fasten off
Embroider the pupils with black yarn or attach safety eyes as you like.
Fins (Make 3)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2: 2 sc, 2 inc, 2 sc (8)
Round 3: 3 sc, 2 inc, 3 sc (10)
Round 4: 4 sc, 2 inc, 4 sc (12)
Round 5: 5 sc, 2 inc, 5 sc (14)
Round 6: 6 sc, 2 inc, 6 sc (16)
Round 7: Fold fin in half and sc across the top to close. Fasten off.
Tail
Tail Tips (Make 2):
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2: [2 sc, inc] x2 (8)
Round 3: [3 sc, inc] x2 (10)
Round 4: [4 sc, inc] x2 (12)
For the first tail tip, sl st, fasten off, and cut the thread. For the second tip, leave yarn attached and continue.
Round 5: Attach the two tail tips with a sc, then sc around both (24)
Round 6: [4 sc, dec] x4 (20)
Round 7: [3 sc, dec] x4 (16)
Round 8: [2 sc, dec] x4 (12)
Stuff if desired and sew onto the back of the holder.
Strap
Ch 125,
Row 1: Dc 125
Fold the strap lengthwise, then sc the two long edges together for strength.
Sew both ends securely to the inside top of the holder.
Final Assembly
Attach eyes, fins, and tail as desired using your preferred method.
Weave in all ends.
Insert water bottle and hit the beach (or the backyard)!
Tag Me in Your Shark Sightings!
If you make one of these chomp-happy holders, I’d love to see it. Tag me on TikTok @crochet.casserole or use the hashtag #SharkBottleBuddy so I can share your makes with the world!
Happy hooking,
Cassie 🧶💙
