Get ready to jingle all the way to your holiday table with the Santa Pants Wine Bottle Holder, a festive crochet project that’s equal parts merry and practical! 🎅🍷 With its bright red trousers, fuzzy white trim, and classic black belt, this playful design turns any bottle into a cheerful centerpiece. Whether you’re hosting a Christmas dinner or wrapping up a bottle for a loved one, these Santa pants add a handmade twist that’s sure to spark smiles.
This pattern is perfect for crocheters who love combining seasonal fun with functional flair. You can personalize the pants with sparkly yarn, add tiny buttons or suspenders, or even stitch up a matching elf version for extra giggles. Whether you’re decking the halls or gifting with a wink, the Santa Pants Wine Bottle Holder is a joyful way to celebrate the holidays—one festive stitch at a time! 🧶🎄
🎅 Santa Pants Wine Bottle Holder Crochet Pattern
Get ready to add the ultimate festive touch to your holiday table! This adorable Santa Pants Wine Bottle Holder features chunky black boots, bright red pants, a classic black belt with gold buckle, crisp white trims, and sturdy red suspenders. It holds two bottles of wine and makes an unforgettable centerpiece or gift!
✨ What You’ll Need
Yarn: Worsted weight or chunky yarn (bulky works great for structure):
- Red: ~200g / 400 yards
- Black: ~150g / 300 yards
- White: ~50g / 100 yards
- Gold or yellow: ~20g / 40 yards
Other Supplies:
- 4.5–5.0mm crochet hook (adjust based on your yarn weight)
- Polyester stuffing for boots
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers
- Two standard 750ml wine bottles for sizing
📐 Finished Size
Holds two standard wine bottles. Total height including suspenders is approximately 30–32 cm (12–13 inches). Each boot is about 9–10 cm wide.
💪 Skill Level
Beginner to intermediate. You’ll need to know basic amigurumi stitches, working in the round, and simple assembly techniques.
📖 Stitch Guide (US Terms)
- MR = Magic Ring
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec = decrease (sc2tog)
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- FO = fasten off
- BLO = back loop only
- ( ) ×6 = repeat 6 times
- (24) = total stitch count
🎨 Let’s Get Started!
🥾 Boot Base (Make 2 – Black)
We’ll start with an oval base so the boots can stand properly.
R1: Ch 8, sc in 2nd ch from hook, 5 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Continue on other side: 5 sc, 2 sc in last ch (16)
R2: inc, 5 sc, inc ×3, 5 sc, inc ×2 (22)
R3: sc, inc, 5 sc, (sc, inc) ×3, 5 sc, (sc, inc) ×2 (28)
R4: 2 sc, inc, 5 sc, (2 sc, inc) ×3, 5 sc, (2 sc, inc) ×2 (34)
R5: BLO sc around (34) – this creates the edge where the sides begin
🥾 Boot Sides (Continue with Black)
R6–16: sc around (34) – work 11 rounds even for tall boots
This creates boots that are about 10–12 cm tall. Stuff the boots firmly as you go, shaping them into round cylinders. The boots should be quite tall and substantial. Don’t finish off yet!
❄️ White Boot Trim
R17: Switch to white yarn, dc around (34) – one bold round of white trim
FO white, leaving a tail to weave in.
👖 Pants Leg (Continue with Red)
R18: Attach red yarn in BLO for a defined edge at the color change
R19: Inc evenly to 40 sts: (4 sc, inc) ×6, 4 sc (40)
R20–35: sc around (40) – work 16 rounds even
This creates pants legs about 15–16 cm tall. FO on first leg with a long tail. Leave the second leg on your hook.
🧩 Joining the Legs
With the second leg still on your hook:
R36: Ch 8, sl st to the first leg at the inner edge. Now you’ll work around both legs and the chain bridge.
R37: sc around leg 1 (40), sc across chain (8), sc around leg 2 (40), sc across other side of chain (8) = 96 sts total
R38–44: sc around (96) – work 7 rounds even for the pants body
This creates substantial red fabric above the joining point, giving you the classic pants look.
🖤 Belt Section (Black)
R45–47: Switch to black, sc around (96) – work 3 rounds even
FO black.
❄️ White Waist Trim
R48: Attach white yarn, dc around (96) – one bold round matching the boot trim
FO white, leaving a tail for finishing. The top edge should be neat and finished.
🟨 Belt Buckle (Gold/Yellow)
Ch 12
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across (11), ch 1, turn
Row 2–5: sc across (11), ch 1, turn – work 4 rows total
FO, leaving a long tail.
This creates a rectangle approximately 2.5–3 cm wide × 2 cm tall. Sew it to the center front of the black belt section, positioning it prominently. You can embroider a small black rectangle in the center (about 3–4 stitches wide × 2 rows tall) using black yarn to create the buckle opening effect.
🎀 Suspenders (Make 2 – Red)
Ch 60 (this will give you straps about 18–20 cm long – adjust to fit your bottles)
Row 1: hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc across (58)
Row 2–3: ch 2, turn, hdc across (58) – work 2 more rows for straps about 2–2.5 cm wide
FO, leaving long tails on both ends for sewing (at least 12 inches each).
The finished suspenders should be long enough to go from the front waist, up and over the bottles, cross in the back, and attach to the back waist with a bit of tension.
🧩 Assembly Instructions
Step 1: Finish and shape the boots
Make sure both boots are very firmly stuffed with polyester filling. Shape them into tall, round cylinders that can stand independently. The oval base should be flat on the bottom, and the boots should be sturdy enough to maintain their shape. Each boot is essentially a tall, stuffed cylinder that will frame the wine bottles decoratively.
Step 2: Test fit with bottles
Before attaching suspenders, insert wine bottles into each pants leg to understand how everything fits together. The wine bottle base should rest directly on your table surface, with the boot positioned around the lower part of the bottle. The pants fabric should slide over the bottle comfortably without being too tight or too loose.
Step 3: Attach the belt buckle
Sew the gold rectangular buckle to the center front of the black belt section, right at the top where it meets the white waist trim. Position it perfectly centered between the two legs. Use your yarn tail to securely stitch around all edges. If desired, use black yarn to embroider a small rectangular outline in the center of the gold buckle to show the “buckle opening.”
Step 4: Attach suspenders
This is the most important structural step:
- First, insert both bottles to see exactly where the suspenders need to go
- Sew one end of the first suspender to the front waist on the left side, about 8–10 stitches away from the belt buckle
- Bring that suspender up and over the left bottle
- Sew the other end to the back waist on the RIGHT side (crossing diagonally)
- Repeat with the second suspender: front right side, over right bottle, to back LEFT side
- The suspenders should form an X shape when viewed from behind
- Sew each attachment point very securely with multiple passes of yarn, reinforcing the connection
- Adjust tension so the suspenders are taut but not distorting the fabric
Step 5: Final adjustments and finishing
Insert bottles one final time and check that:
- Both boots sit evenly
- The pants hang straight
- The suspenders have proper tension and help support the structure
- The belt buckle is centered and visible
- All yarn ends are woven in and trimmed
Make any final adjustments to suspender placement or tension. The finished piece should be stable with bottles inserted.
💡 Pro Tips for Success
🌟 Stuff those boots REALLY firmly! Use lots of stuffing and pack it tight. The boots create the foundation, so they need to be solid and hold their cylindrical shape perfectly.
🌟 Use chunky or bulky yarn for best results – it creates sturdier fabric that holds its shape better under the weight and structure of this project. Worsted weight works but requires more tension consistency.
🌟 The bottles rest on the table, not in the boots – this is important! The boots are decorative framing. The actual wine bottle bases should touch your table surface for stability. The boots just surround the lower portion.
🌟 Suspender tension is critical – they should be taut enough to provide structural support and keep the pants upright, but not so tight that they pull the fabric or distort the shape.
🌟 Block your suspenders before attaching – steam or wet block them so they lay flat and neat. This makes them look professional and easier to sew on straight.
🌟 Reinforce all suspender attachment points – sew through multiple times with your yarn tail. These points bear weight and tension, so extra stitching prevents them from pulling loose.
🌟 Add sparkle to that buckle! – use metallic gold yarn for extra shine, add a strand of gold glitter thread, apply gold glitter paint, or even attach a small decorative metal buckle from a craft store.
🌟 Make a stabilizing base for extra support – if you want even more stability, crochet a rectangular base (about 15 cm × 10 cm) in black and sew both boot bases to it, creating one unified standing piece.
🌟 Test frequently during construction – keep your wine bottles nearby and test-fit as you work. This helps you adjust stitch counts or lengths if needed before you’re too far along.
🎄 Festive Add-Ons
Want to make your Santa Pants extra special?
🔔 Sew tiny jingle bells to the suspender straps or boot tops for a festive jingle when moved
✨ Embroider small white snowflakes randomly on the red pants fabric
🎁 Create a tiny crocheted gift tag and attach it with ribbon that says “From Santa’s Workshop”
⭐ Add gold glitter paint or gold sequins to the belt buckle for extra sparkle and dimension
🎅 Make matching Santa hat wine toppers or bottle cozies for the bottles themselves
❄️ Add white pom-poms at the suspender attachment points for a fun decorative touch
🎀 Embroider “Merry Christmas” or the year across the belt area with white thread
🎉 You Did It!
Congratulations! Your Santa Pants Wine Bottle Holder is complete and ready to steal the show at your holiday gathering. With those chunky black boots, bright red pants, bold white trims, shiny gold buckle, and sturdy crossed suspenders, this piece is pure Christmas magic and craftsmanship.
Fill it with your favorite red and white wines and watch as it becomes the absolute star of your holiday table. The combination of whimsy, nostalgia, and function makes this a conversation starter that everyone will remember and want to photograph. It also makes an incredible hostess gift, white elephant present, or Secret Santa surprise that people will treasure and use year after year.
This project proves that crochet isn’t just about wearables and blankets – it’s about creating memorable, functional art that brings joy and laughter to everyday moments. Your handmade Santa Pants will be the highlight of every holiday party it attends and will likely inspire others to try their hand at festive crochet projects.
The beauty of this pattern is its versatility too. Once you’ve mastered the basic structure, you can adapt it for other holidays or themes – think Elf Pants with green and red stripes, Snowman pants with white and buttons, or even Uncle Sam pants for the Fourth of July!
Happy crocheting, and may your holidays be merry, bright, and full of festive cheer! 🎅🍷✨
