Lady saves her toilet paper rolls and crochets plastic bags around them. This summer party hack costs literally nothing

Crocheting is a versatile and rewarding craft that allows you to transform simple materials into functional and decorative items. This DIY project focuses on creating eco-friendly drink coozies from recycled materials, offering a unique solution for outdoor gatherings where keeping drinks cool is essential. By using plastic bags crocheted around saved toilet paper rolls, you create a sustainable product while reducing waste, perfect for eco-conscious summer parties.

These crocheted drink coozies are perfect for outdoor entertaining, adding a splash of color and a touch of whimsy to any setting. Use them on your patio or garden table to keep drinks cool and condensation-free. Choose bright, summery colors from the plastic bag yarn to complement your outdoor decor. The texture is slightly rustic, with a smooth but sturdy finish, making them both practical and stylish.

Empty toilet paper rolls (1 per coozie)

1. Prepare the plarn: Flatten the plastic bags, fold them lengthwise, and cut them into 1-inch wide strips. Tie the strips end to end to create a long strand of plastic yarn (plarn).

2. Start with a magic circle: Using the 5mm hook and plarn, create a magic circle and crochet 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring. Pull tight to close the circle. (6 sts)

3. Round 2: Increase in each stitch around by working 2 sc in each stitch. (12 sts)

4. Round 3: *Sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat from * to * around. (18 sts)

5. Round 4: *Sc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat from * to * around. (24 sts)

6. Continue to crochet without increasing for the next rounds until the piece measures the height of the toilet paper roll, approximately 4 inches, maintaining 24 sts per round.

7. Insert the toilet paper roll into the crocheted sleeve to ensure it fits snugly, then continue crocheting to cover the roll completely.

8. To finish, slip stitch around the top edge for a neat finish and weave in any loose ends with the tapestry needle.

For a different look, experiment with varying the colors of the plastic bags to create stripes or patterns in your plarn. Alternatively, use colored yarn for a more uniform appearance. If you prefer a larger or smaller coozie, adjust the initial stitch count and increase rounds accordingly. Additionally, try incorporating different stitches, such as half double crochet or double crochet, to vary the texture while maintaining the core cylindrical shape.