Loom Knitting Patterns: Hanging Wall Organizer with Pockets (Video Tutorial)

If you’ve been searching for a loom knitting project that’s both functional and beautiful, you’ve just found your next favorite make. This hanging wall organizer with pockets is one of those rare patterns that looks impressive, serves a real purpose in your home, and is surprisingly achievable even if you’re still building your skills with a loom. Whether you want to organize your entryway, tidy up a craft room, or add a boho touch to a nursery wall, this project checks every box.

In this post, we’re walking you through everything: the materials you’ll need, a full step-by-step loom knitting pattern, tips for customizing the design, and a video tutorial to help you follow along visually. Grab your loom and let’s get started.

Why Loom Knitting Is Perfect for a Wall Organizer

Before we dive into the pattern itself, let’s talk about why loom knitting is such a great method for a project like this. Traditional needle knitting produces a beautiful fabric, but loom knitting creates a sturdy, structured textile that holds its shape wonderfully. For a wall organizer that needs to support small items like mail, notebooks, plant cuttings, art supplies, or kitchen essentials, that structure matters.

Loom knitting is also wonderfully accessible. You don’t need to wrestle with tension the way needle knitters do, and the repetitive motion of wrapping and hooking is easy to fall into a rhythm with. Many people find it meditative. Because you’re working on a fixed frame, your stitches stay consistent in a way that can take needle knitters years to master. That means your pockets will come out even and professional-looking even on your first attempt.

This project uses a rectangular loom, which you may already have in your stash. It also uses bulky-weight yarn, so it works up quickly. You can realistically complete the full hanging wall organizer in a weekend, and if you’re working while watching television or listening to a podcast, it might even go faster than that.

Materials You’ll Need

Having everything ready before you begin makes the process smooth and enjoyable. Here’s what you’ll want to gather:

For the loom: A rectangular loom with at least 24 pegs across is ideal. Something in the range of 14 inches wide works well for this pattern, but you can adjust based on the size of organizer you want. Knitting looms from brands like Authentic Knitting Board, Boye, or KB are commonly available and work beautifully for this project.

Yarn: Bulky or super-bulky weight yarn works best for structure and durability. Choose 100% cotton or a cotton-blend for a wall organizer, since it holds shape better than acrylic for this application and gives you that nice artisan texture. You’ll need approximately 200–300 yards of your main color and 100–150 yards for each accent color if you want striped pockets. Neutral tones like cream, terracotta, sage green, and dusty blue are all popular choices for a bohemian or farmhouse aesthetic.

Tools: A loom pick or hook tool, a yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, and a measuring tape. You’ll also want a wooden dowel rod (about 16–18 inches wide, depending on your organizer width) and some natural fiber rope, leather cord, or macramé cord for the hanging element. Small wooden beads or leather fringe are optional but add a beautiful finishing touch.

For hanging: You’ll need two pieces of rope or cord at least 24 inches each, plus something to mount it to your wall — this could be a simple wall hook, a decorative bracket, or even a wooden branch if you’re going for a natural, woodland aesthetic.

Understanding the Basic Stitches

This pattern relies on just a handful of stitches, which means it’s accessible to beginners while still producing a beautiful result.

The e-wrap stitch (also called the twisted knit stitch) is the foundation of this pattern. You wrap your yarn around each peg in an “e” shape — going under the peg, looping around the back, and coming back around the front. When you’ve wrapped all the pegs, you use your hook to lift the bottom loop up and over the top loop and off the peg. This is the most fundamental loom knitting stitch and creates a stretchy, even fabric.

The flat stitch (sometimes called the u-wrap) wraps only across the front of each peg in a “u” shape rather than all the way around. This produces a denser, less stretchy fabric and is ideal for the pocket sections of this organizer, since you want them to hold their shape and not droop.

The bind-off used here is a basic chain bind-off. You knit the first stitch, then pick up that loop and place it on the next peg, knit both together, and continue across. This creates a neat, clean edge.

If you’re new to any of these techniques, the video tutorial below demonstrates each one clearly and at a pace that’s easy to follow along with in real time.

The Full Loom Knitting Pattern: Hanging Wall Organizer with Pockets

Pattern Overview

This pattern creates one large back panel and two pockets of different sizes (a wide shallow pocket at the bottom and a narrower, taller pocket in the middle), all knit flat on your rectangular loom. The pieces are seamed together using a mattress stitch, and the back panel is then attached to your dowel and hung with your cord of choice.

Finished dimensions (approximate): 14 inches wide × 20 inches tall, plus the hanging length of your cord. You can easily scale this up or down by adjusting the number of pegs you use and the number of rows you knit.

Gauge: On a bulky loom with super-bulky yarn, you’ll get approximately 2 stitches per inch and 3 rows per inch. This is a relaxed gauge project, so don’t stress about matching exactly — adjust your loom and yarn until the fabric feels substantial and sturdy.

Part One: The Back Panel

Set up your loom with 28 pegs active.

Anchor your yarn to the loom using a slip knot on the anchor peg, then begin your e-wrap cast-on across all 28 pegs. When you’ve completed the cast-on row, wrap a second row of e-wraps and begin hooking off your loops to create your first full row of knitting.

Continue working in the e-wrap stitch for 60 rows. At a gauge of 3 rows per inch, this will give you a back panel approximately 20 inches long. If you want to add a simple texture stripe, switch to a flat stitch for every tenth row — this creates a subtle horizontal ridge that adds visual interest without complicating the pattern.

For a striped color effect, simply cut your working yarn at the end of any row and join a new color by making a slip knot and anchoring it at the start of the next row. Leave a 6-inch tail to weave in later. Color changes every 6–10 rows create a beautiful banded look that’s very on-trend for bohemian home décor.

Once you’ve completed your 60 rows, bind off using the chain bind-off method. Remove the panel from the loom and weave in all ends with your yarn needle.

Part Two: The Wide Bottom Pocket

This pocket spans the full width of the organizer and is designed to hold flatter, wider items — think mail, notebooks, papers, or even a small succulent pot.

Using all 28 pegs, cast on with your e-wrap cast-on.

Work in the flat stitch (u-wrap) for 24 rows. The flat stitch gives this pocket more body and structure, and at your gauge, 24 rows creates a pocket approximately 8 inches deep. This is deep enough to securely hold most items without swallowing them.

Bind off with the chain bind-off and remove from the loom. Weave in your ends.

If you want to add a decorative border to the top edge of this pocket (the opening), you can do a simple crochet chain or use your loom to knit a narrow I-cord in a contrasting color and then hand-stitch it to the pocket top.

Part Three: The Narrow Upper Pocket

This pocket is designed for smaller, taller items — pens, scissors, phone, or a small notebook. It sits above the wide pocket on the back panel, slightly off-center for a more dynamic, layered look.

Using 16 pegs (which will give you a pocket approximately 8 inches wide), cast on with the e-wrap cast-on.

Work in the flat stitch for 30 rows, giving you a pocket roughly 10 inches deep. This deeper proportion makes it great for storing items upright.

Bind off and remove from the loom. Weave in ends.

Optional: You can create two separate narrower pockets instead of one, using 8 pegs each. This is a wonderful customization if you want designated spots for specific tools, like a spot for scissors and a spot for markers in a craft room organizer.

Part Four: Assembly

Lay your back panel flat on a clean surface. Position your wide pocket at the bottom, aligning the side edges with the sides of the back panel. The bottom edge of the pocket should align with the bottom edge of the back panel (or sit about 1 inch up from the bottom if you want a small gap). Pin it in place.

Thread your yarn needle with a length of your main color yarn. Using a mattress stitch, sew the bottom edge and both side edges of the wide pocket to the back panel. Work slowly and consistently, picking up the same loops on each piece to keep your seam even. When you reach the top corners of the pocket, secure your stitching with a couple of extra stitches to reinforce the stress points — this is the area that will bear the most weight when items are placed in the pocket.

Repeat this process with the narrow upper pocket. Position it centered on the back panel, with its bottom edge sitting about 2–3 inches above the top edge of the wide pocket. Sew the bottom and both sides, leaving the top edge open.

If you made two smaller side-by-side pockets instead, sew them next to each other with about a half-inch gap between them, or divide them with a vertical seam sewn down through both layers of the back panel.

Part Five: Attaching the Dowel and Hanging Hardware

The hanging mechanism is what transforms your knitted piece into a real wall display.

Fold the top edge of your back panel (about 2 inches) over your wooden dowel to create a channel. Using your yarn needle and a long piece of matching yarn, whipstitch along the folded edge, securing the panel to itself around the dowel. The dowel should sit snugly in this channel.

Tie one end of your rope or cord to the left side of the dowel (about 1 inch in from the end) and the other piece to the right side. Adjust the length of each piece until they meet in the center at whatever height you prefer, then tie them together in a simple overhand knot. This creates your hanging loop.

If you want to add decorative fringe or tassels to the bottom of the organizer, this is the time. Cut lengths of yarn about 14 inches long, fold each piece in half, and use a crochet hook to pull the folded loop through the bottom edge of the back panel, then thread the cut ends through the loop and pull tight. Trim all fringe to the same length for a neat finish, or leave them slightly varied for a more organic look.

Video Tutorial

Watching someone demonstrate these techniques makes a huge difference, especially for the seaming and assembly steps. The video tutorial linked below walks through every stage of this project in real time — from the cast-on to attaching your finished organizer to the wall. You’ll be able to pause, rewind, and follow along at your own pace.

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Tips for Customizing Your Wall Organizer

One of the most joyful things about loom knitting patterns is how easy they are to make your own. Here are some ideas to spark your creativity.

Adjust the number of pockets. Add a third pocket, create a row of five small pockets across the width, or position one pocket vertically on the side panel. There’s no wrong way to configure your storage.

Play with color. A neutral organizer with a pop of color in the pocket accent yarn looks clean and modern. Alternatively, a rainbow of colors makes for a cheerful, energetic piece that’s perfect in a child’s room or art studio.

Try different yarn textures. A slightly chunky, nubby yarn adds interesting visual texture to the back panel. You can also combine a smooth main yarn with a brushed or fuzzy yarn for the pockets — the contrast in texture is subtle but beautiful.

Scale it up or down. Use a smaller loom and lighter-weight yarn to make a mini version for a desk organizer. Use a larger loom and heavier yarn for a dramatic floor-to-ceiling statement piece.

Add embellishments. Wooden rings, leather straps, macramé knots, or even painted dowels all elevate the finished look. You can also weave a contrasting color horizontally through your knitted panel to create a woven texture effect.

Caring for Your Knitted Wall Organizer

Since this piece will likely live on your wall long-term, durability matters. Cotton and cotton-blend yarns are naturally sturdy and can be spot-cleaned with a damp cloth and mild soap. If you need to do a full wash, hand-wash gently in cool water and lay flat to dry. Never put a wall organizer like this in the dryer, as the heat can cause the cotton to shrink and distort your beautiful pockets.

To keep the organizer looking its best, avoid overloading the pockets. Even sturdy loom knitting has a weight limit, and keeping items reasonably light will help maintain the shape of your pockets over time. If a pocket starts to stretch or droop, a light spritz with water and gentle reshaping while damp can restore its form.

Final Thoughts

This loom knitting hanging wall organizer with pockets is the kind of project that earns compliments every time someone visits your home. It’s practical, it’s personal, and it has that handcrafted quality that no mass-produced organizer can replicate. Whether you follow the pattern exactly or use it as a jumping-off point for your own creative vision, you’re going to end up with something genuinely beautiful.

If you make this project, I’d love to see your finished piece. Share a photo in the comments below or tag me on social media — seeing your color choices and customizations is always one of the highlights of sharing these patterns. And if you have questions at any point in the process, drop them in the comments and I’ll do my best to help you troubleshoot.

Happy loom knitting!