DIY Knitted Scented Candle Gift Bag — Easy 30‑Stitch Pattern

Create a cozy, handcrafted presentation for a small scented candle with this simple knitted gift bag. The project uses a small amount of DK yarn and basic knitting skills — knit and purl, an eyelet row for threading a ribbon, then seaming. It makes a quick, thoughtful gift or a pretty way to package a store-bought tea light or small jar candle.

Knitted scented candle gift bag ready to be finished with a ribbon — a small, handmade presentation for a fragrant candle.

Materials

• About 20 grams of DK yarn
• 4 mm needles
• Small scented candle (optional) — consider placing candles in a small glass holder for safety

Finished size

Cast on 30 stitches; work to a height of about 8 cm or to the height of your candle plus a few extra rows for a neat finish.

Pattern

Cast on 30 stitches.

Pattern rows (2-row rib):

Row 1: k2, p2 — repeat to end.

Row 2: p2, k2 — repeat to end.

Continue in this 2-row rib for approximately 8 cm (or until the piece reaches the height of your candle plus a couple of extra rows).

Eyelet row:

Next row (eyelet): k1, yo, k2tog, knit to end of row.

Knit 4 more rows in the established rib.

Cast off (bind off). Sew the side and bottom seams to form the bag. Thread a ribbon through the eyelets, trim, and tie a bow to finish.

Finishing & safety

We recommend placing a votive or tea light in a small glass holder before inserting into the knitted bag to reduce direct flame contact with the yarn. Never leave burning candles unattended and keep away from flammable materials.