Possum Grocery Bag Holder Amigurumi Crochet Pattern PDF (Hanging Dispenser)

This is a digital PDF crochet pattern to make a possum-shaped hanging grocery bag holder/dispenser (not a finished item).

Create an upside-down hanging possum with a hollow body tube for storing plastic grocery bags, a front dispenser opening to pull bags out, and a long hanging strap for easy use on a hook or handle.

• Format: Digital download (PDF)
• Terminology: US crochet terms
• Skill level: Beginner
• Estimated time: 4–6 hours
• Finished size: Approx. 16 in (41 cm) tall including hanging strap; body approx. 10.5 in (27 cm) long and 4 in (10 cm) wide when worked in chunky chenille

Pattern features

• Hollow dispenser tube body (do not stuff the body)
• Horizontal front opening made with chain/skip construction
• Top loading opening for inserting bags
• Optional light gray speckle surface embroidery

Materials (as written)

• Super bulky (6) chenille-style polyester plush yarn: medium gray, light cream, soft pink; light gray (optional speckles)
• 6.5 mm crochet hook
• Stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors
• 2 safety eyes (10–12 mm), black
• Polyester fiberfill (small amount for head only)
• Optional: plastic canvas strip or ribbon inside strap for extra stiffness

Stitches/techniques used

• MR, sc, inc, dec, sl st, ch, BLO, FLO
• Continuous rounds (do not join)

Safety note: Safety eyes are a choking hazard for children under 3 years—embroider eyes instead.

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