Bedside Remote Holder Crochet Pattern: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Perfect Nightstand Organizer
If you’ve ever reached for the TV remote in the dark and found it somewhere between the mattress and the wall, you already understand exactly why this project exists. A bedside remote holder is one of those small, practical crochet projects that quietly makes everyday life a little better. It hangs neatly from your headboard or nightstand, keeps your remote (and your phone, glasses, or a small book) right where you left them, and it only takes a few hours to make. Better yet, it’s a wonderful beginner-friendly pattern that still looks polished enough to display proudly in your bedroom.
In this post, you’ll find a complete, written crochet pattern for a bedside remote holder, along with material suggestions, stitch guides, tips for customizing the size, and ideas for gifting this project to someone who could use a little more order in their nighttime routine.
Why Crochet a Bedside Remote Holder?
Before we get into the pattern, let’s talk about why this project is worth your time. Store-bought organizers tend to be made from plastic or cheap fabric, and they rarely match your bedroom décor. A crocheted version, on the other hand, is entirely customizable. You choose the color, the yarn weight, the stitch pattern, and even the number of pockets. It drapes softly over the side of your mattress or nightstand, it’s machine washable if you use the right yarn, and it has that handmade quality that makes a room feel intentional rather than assembled.
This project also makes an excellent gift. Housewarming presents, birthday gifts for someone who loves cozy home accessories, or even holiday gifts for a family member who always loses the remote — a bedside remote holder fits all of these occasions. It’s practical, it’s personal, and it takes up very little yarn, which means you can often make one entirely from stash yarn you already own.
Materials You’ll Need
Getting your materials together before you start crocheting saves a lot of frustration mid-project. Here’s what you’ll need for this pattern.
Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (Category 4) works beautifully for this project. You’ll need approximately 150 to 200 yards, depending on how large you make the holder. Cotton yarn is especially recommended because it’s durable, washable, and has a slight stiffness that helps the pockets hold their shape. Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton and Paintbox Simply DK (held double) are both excellent choices. That said, any worsted weight acrylic yarn you have on hand will work perfectly well.
Hook: A 5.0 mm (H/8) crochet hook is a good standard choice for worsted weight cotton. If you’re using acrylic yarn, you may prefer a 5.5 mm hook for a slightly looser, softer fabric.
Notions: A yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, and stitch markers to keep your place. Optional: a ruler or measuring tape.
Gauge: Approximately 14 stitches and 16 rows = 4 inches in half double crochet. Gauge matters more for sizing than for structural integrity here, so don’t stress if you’re slightly off. Just adjust your hook size up or down to get your preferred fabric density.
Abbreviations Used in This Pattern
This pattern is written in US crochet terminology.
ch — chain
sl st — slip stitch
sc — single crochet
hdc — half double crochet
dc — double crochet
st(s) — stitch(es)
rep — repeat
RS — right side
WS — wrong side
BLO — back loop only
Finished Dimensions
The finished bedside remote holder measures approximately 10 inches wide by 14 inches tall (including the top flap that hangs over the mattress or nightstand edge). The main pocket is approximately 5 inches deep and fits most standard TV remotes. The smaller upper pocket is approximately 3 inches deep and is perfect for a phone or glasses.
These dimensions can easily be adjusted. See the customization section later in this post for guidance on sizing up or down.
The Pattern
Part One: The Main Body
The main body is the back panel of your holder. It will serve as the foundation to which the pockets are attached.
Foundation Chain: Chain 38. This gives you a working width of approximately 10 inches.
Row 1 (WS): Starting in the 3rd chain from the hook (the skipped chains count as your first hdc), hdc across. You should have 36 hdc. Turn.
Rows 2 through 36: Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch in this pattern), hdc across. (36 sts per row.) Turn at the end of each row.
After Row 36, do not fasten off. Continue to the border.
Border: Work a single round of single crochet evenly around all four edges of the main body. At each corner, work 3 sc into the corner stitch to keep the fabric lying flat. Join with a slip stitch to the first sc. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Your main body should measure approximately 10 inches wide by 9.5 inches tall at this point.
Part Two: The Top Hanging Flap
The hanging flap is what drapes over the edge of your mattress, headboard, or nightstand to keep the holder in place. It’s worked directly from the top edge of the main body.
Joining: Join yarn to the top right corner of your main body with a slip stitch, with the right side facing you.
Row 1: Ch 2, hdc across the top edge of the main body. (36 sts.) Turn.
Rows 2 through 16: Ch 2, hdc across. (36 sts.) Turn.
After Row 16, work one row of single crochet across and fasten off. This gives the flap a neat finished edge.
Your flap should measure approximately 10 inches wide by 4 inches tall. When folded over the edge of a mattress or nightstand, it will sit securely without slipping.
Part Three: The Large Remote Pocket
This pocket holds your TV remote, book, or anything else you reach for frequently during the night.
Foundation Chain: Chain 38.
Row 1 (WS): Starting in the 3rd chain from hook, hdc across. (36 hdc.) Turn.
Rows 2 through 18: Ch 2, hdc across. (36 sts.) Turn.
After Row 18, work one row of sc across the top edge of the pocket only (this will become the open top of the pocket). Fasten off and weave in ends.
Your large pocket should measure approximately 10 inches wide by 5 inches tall.
Part Four: The Small Upper Pocket
This pocket is perfect for a phone, a pair of reading glasses, a pen, or a small notepad.
Foundation Chain: Chain 38.
Row 1 (WS): Starting in the 3rd chain from hook, hdc across. (36 hdc.) Turn.
Rows 2 through 12: Ch 2, hdc across. (36 sts.) Turn.
After Row 12, work one row of sc across the top edge of the pocket only. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Your small pocket should measure approximately 10 inches wide by 3 inches tall.
Part Five: Assembling the Holder
Now comes the fun part — putting everything together. Lay your main body flat with the right side facing up.
Position the large pocket at the bottom of the main body, aligning the side and bottom edges. Using your yarn needle and a length of matching yarn, whipstitch the large pocket to the main body along the bottom edge and both side edges. Make sure your stitches are firm and evenly spaced so the pocket can hold weight without drooping.
Next, position the small pocket above the large pocket, leaving about half an inch of the main body visible between the two pockets. Whipstitch the small pocket to the main body along the bottom edge and both side edges in the same way.
Once both pockets are attached, weave in any remaining ends thoroughly. Give the whole piece a light blocking if you used cotton yarn — simply mist it with water, shape it gently with your hands, and allow it to dry flat. This evens out the stitches and gives the finished piece a much more professional look.
Optional Stitch Variations
The half double crochet stitch used throughout this pattern creates a dense, stable fabric, but there are a few beautiful alternatives worth considering if you want a different texture or look.
Moss Stitch (Linen Stitch): Work the pockets in the moss stitch for a woven, textured appearance. The moss stitch alternates between single crochet and chain stitches, creating a slightly lacy fabric that still has enough structure to hold a remote. It uses a bit more yarn than plain hdc but the result is stunning.
Waffle Stitch: If you want a more decorative holder, the waffle stitch (worked in back loop only double crochets) creates a beautiful grid texture. It’s still straightforward to work but gives the finished piece a boutique feel.
Ribbed Texture: Work the main body in rows of BLO single crochet for a clean ribbed texture that stretches slightly and has a wonderful hand feel. This is particularly lovely in a solid neutral color.
Customizing Your Bedside Remote Holder
One of the greatest things about making your own crochet pattern is the freedom to adapt it completely to your space and needs. Here are a few ways to customize this design.
Adjusting the Width: Each additional stitch in your foundation chain adds approximately 0.27 inches of width (at the gauge given above). To make the holder wider — say, to accommodate two remotes side by side — simply add stitches to your foundation chain in multiples of two. To narrow it, reduce the chain count accordingly.
Adding a Divider: If you want to keep your remote and phone separated inside the large pocket, crochet a simple chain of 10 stitches and attach it vertically down the center of the large pocket after assembly. This creates two neat compartments.
Adding a Third Pocket: Have a lot of bedside necessities? Add a third, shallower pocket (about 6 rows of hdc) at the very top of the main body for storing lip balm, earplugs, or a sleep mask.
Color Blocking: This project is an excellent opportunity to use multiple colors. Work the main body in one color, the large pocket in a coordinating color, and the small pocket in an accent color. Even a simple two-color approach gives the finished piece a polished, designed look.
Monogramming: If you’re making this as a gift, consider embroidering or surface slip stitching the recipient’s initial onto the front of the large pocket before assembly. It adds a personal, thoughtful touch that elevates the gift significantly.
Yarn and Color Suggestions for Every Bedroom Style
If you’re not sure where to start with color and yarn selection, here are a few combinations that work beautifully in different bedroom styles.
For a modern minimalist bedroom, consider working the entire holder in a single warm neutral — oatmeal, sand, or a warm cream. Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton in Ecru or Almond gives a clean, high-end look.
For a boho bedroom, try a combination of terracotta, rust, and dusty pink. These warm earth tones blend naturally with rattan furniture, linen bedding, and dried flower arrangements.
For a Scandinavian or farmhouse-style bedroom, crisp white or soft gray paired with a single accent color like sage green or dusty blue creates a calm, cohesive look.
For a bold, maximalist bedroom, don’t be afraid to go vibrant. A deep navy body with mustard yellow pockets, or a jewel-toned emerald green with contrasting cream, can make this small functional object feel like a real design statement.
Caring for Your Crocheted Remote Holder
Most worsted weight cotton and acrylic yarns are machine washable on a gentle cycle, which makes maintaining your bedside holder very simple. Turn it inside out (if possible) before washing to protect the texture of the stitches. Lay it flat to dry rather than putting it in the dryer, especially if you used cotton, which can shrink slightly with heat.
If you used a more delicate fiber — merino wool, for example — hand wash in cool water with a small amount of gentle soap, squeeze out excess water without wringing, and lay flat to dry.
Tips for Beginners
If this is one of your first crochet projects, a few small habits will make the process much smoother.
Use stitch markers at the beginning and end of each row so you don’t accidentally gain or lose stitches. It’s easy to skip the last stitch in a row or accidentally work into your turning chain, and stitch markers eliminate that problem entirely.
Count your stitches at the end of every row for the first several rows until you’re confident in your rhythm. 36 stitches per row should be your constant throughout this pattern.
Don’t skip the blocking step at the end. Even a light misting and reshaping makes a surprising difference in how the finished piece looks and lies.
If your foundation chain is too tight (a common beginner problem), try going up one hook size just for the chain, then switching back to your regular hook for the body of the piece.
A Note on Gifting This Pattern
A bedside remote holder crochets up quickly enough that you could realistically make two or three in a single weekend. That makes it one of the most efficient handmade gifts in a crocheter’s repertoire. Pair it with a small journal, a beautiful bookmark, or a set of nice pens for a thoughtful “cozy nights in” gift set. Wrap it in tissue paper inside a simple kraft paper box and it looks completely store-bought in the best possible way.
If you’re donating to a charity auction, a hospital gift shop, or a local craft fair, these holders sell consistently well because they solve a problem almost everyone has. Price them confidently — a handmade item like this, using quality cotton yarn, is easily worth between $15 and $30 depending on your market.
Final Thoughts
A bedside remote holder might seem like a small project, but the best crochet projects often are. They’re the ones that slip quietly into everyday life and do their job without calling attention to themselves. This holder will sit beside your bed, hold your things, and quietly make your mornings and evenings a little more organized — all while looking beautiful and feeling soft to the touch.
Whether you’re a beginner looking for a confidence-building project, an experienced crocheter looking for a quick and satisfying make, or someone searching for the perfect handmade gift idea, this bedside remote holder pattern delivers on every count. Give it an afternoon, a good skein of cotton yarn, and a little patience with the assembly — and you’ll end up with something genuinely useful and genuinely lovely.
Happy crocheting.
