Free Scandinavian Winter Dice Bag Crochet Pattern

This Icicle Crochet Dice Bag Pattern Free is a textured drawstring pouch designed for DND, Pathfinder, and tabletop gamers. Named Skadi after the Norse giantess and goddess of winter, this ice crystal dice bag features bold post-stitch texture and a secure closure for storing your favorite dice sets.

If you love making dice bags as much as I do, you’ll love to include this free drawstring pouch pattern to your ever growing collection. Perfect for protecting and transporting important trinkets, dice and game pieces this dice bag is an intermediate pattern that works up quickly. DIY your own Ice Crystal Dice Bag of Holding – handmade, protective, and just a little dramatic in the best way! ❄️💎💜

Skadi Dice Bag Pattern Details at a Glance

Before we get into the stitches, here’s a quick look at what you’re making:

• Pattern Name: Skadi Icicle Crochet Dice Bag

• Skill Level: Intermediate (uses post stitches)

• Finished Size: About 4” diameter x 6” tall

• Yarn: Worsted Weight #4 (approx. 120 yards total)

• Hook: US H/8 – 5.0 mm

• Construction: Worked in the round

• Closure: Single or double drawstring option

• Best For: One or more full polyhedral DND dice set (easily holds up to 6+ sets)

This crochet dice bag pattern free is sturdy, textured, and designed to hold up to regular game night use. 🧶🎲

Skadi’s Ice Crystal Dice Bag Pattern

Why It’s Called the Skadi Icicle Crochet Dice Bag?

The Skadi Icicle Crochet Dice Bag is named after Skadi, the Norse goddess of winter, mountains, and skiing. She’s strong, sharp, and connected to cold landscapes and snow-covered peaks. When I designed this bag, I was inspired to name it after the character from the book The Witch’s Heart by Genevieve Gornichec, where Skadi appears as a fierce and memorable friend to the FMC Angrboda. If you love nordic mythology, or myth retellings from a new perspective, that book is absolutely worth reading. This dice bag carries that same icy strength into your game night setup.

Why DND & TTRPG Players Will Love This Dice Bag

I find that TTRPG players tend to love gear that feels like it belongs in the world of their campaign. This bag doesn’t just hold dice. It looks like it came from a frost giant’s stronghold.

The post stitch texture gives it a structured, scale-like finish that feels solid in your hand. It’s medium sized at 4 inches wide and 6 inches tall, which means it holds several sets of dice comfortably without feeling oversized on the table. The drawstring closure keeps everything contained, even when you toss it into a backpack.

It’s an intermediate skill level pattern, because of the post stitches, but otherwise straightforward. If you’ve worked textured crochet before, this will feel satisfying rather than complicated. And it works up fairly quickly, which is always a win in my book!

For players who enjoy a strong character aesthetic – think winter clerics, frost sorcerers, mountain rangers, ice dragons – this bag fits right in.

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Discover MORE Free Dice Bag Patterns!

Looking for more free crochet dice bag patterns? I’ve designed over a dozen options, from divided storage bags to fantasy-inspired drawstring pouches. Browse the full collection below.

1. DC Dice Bag and Tray  Ravelry | Etsy
2. Potion of Moonlight Amigurumi Pattern  Ravelry | Etsy
3. Evan’s 8 Pocket Dice Bag  Ravelry | Etsy
4. Magical Mushroom Dice Bag  Ravelry | Etsy
5. Bag of Tricks Dice Bags Trio  Ravelry | Etsy
6. Baby Dragon Egg Dice Bag  Ravelry | Etsy
7. Mini Mushroom Dice Bag  Ravelry | Etsy
8. Fourfold Fate Divided Dice Bag  Ravelry | Etsy
9. Calliope Festival + Dice Pouch  Ravelry | Etsy
10. Cerridwen’s Cauldron Dice Bag   Ravelry | Etsy
11. Druid Linden Leaf Crochet Dice Bag   Ravelry | Etsy
12. Skadi Ice Crystal Crochet Dice Bag   Ravelry | Etsy

Other Uses for a Drawstring Dice Bag

Crochet drawstring bags are practical, and surprisingly versatile.

If you don’t have a dice collection? You could also use one for:

• Storing crystals or small altar tools for a mythology lover

• Keeping stitch markers and crochet notions organized

• Holding jewelry while traveling

• Carrying small board game tokens or miniatures

• Protecting earbuds, chargers, cords, drives, and other tech bits

• A tooth fairy pouch for kids who love fantasy stories

Drawstring dice bags also make cool gifts for:

• Your Dungeon Master

• A fantasy-loving teen

• A book club friend who loves fantasy stories too!

• A mom for holding calming tools like fidget items

• Anyone who likes functional small bags with a bit of story behind them

Teachers could use a drawstring pouch like this for:

• Holding dry erase markers so they’re not rolling around

• Keeping reward tokens or classroom prize tickets organized

• Storing dice for math games and classroom activities

• Carrying hall passes, lanyards, or classroom keys

• Keeping USB drives or presentation clickers in one place

• Stashing personal items in a shared desk space

Choosing the Yarn for your Ice Crystal Dice Pouch

To create a more realistic Icicle Crochet Dice Bag Pattern you will want to choose a yarn that is both durable and ideally a stiffer fiber. I opted to use cotton yarn to crochet my dice bag, and picked one of my favorite cotton yarns – Premier Cotton Sprout. This yarn is a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend it. While it is cotton yarn, it is softer than other cotton yarns and has a very low tendency to split while working, so it’s just really nice for working and the end result is good too. There are also a lot of colors to choose from, making it easy to get just the right look for your project. 

Another great yarn to use for this pattern is Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton. This is a mercerized cotton, which makes it a very smooth yarn to work with, and it’s a little sheer which give a nice “icy” sheen to your bag too! The yarn has a unique chainette 1 ply design, so it’s not going to split on you like other cotton yarns either. And Lion Brand has recently come out with a bunch of new colors, which means lots of great options to choose from here too!

You can also use other animal fiber yarns like wool or hemp, or a stiffer acrylic yarn and achieve great results too. I recommend a stiffer and sturdier yarn for this project to give your corners and sides the most angular and crystalline look. One of my testers used a black yarn with metallic thread woven through it and created a “Black Ice” version of the bag which is pretty cool too! There are lots of possibilities for creating this bag, just give some thought to your fiber choice. And I do love a bag made from stash yarn too… I’m all about stash busting and using what you’ve got, that way you save money and the planet in one go.

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Dedicated Skadi Dice Pouch Pattern Testers!

I am so incredibly grateful for my talented and dedicated pattern testers. I truly couldn’t create polished, professional crochet patterns without them. Thank you so much for test crocheting the Skadi Icicle Dice Bag and sharing your thoughtful feedback along the way. Your input makes every pattern stronger.

It’s always such a joy to see how each of you brings a design to life. My amazing testers play a huge role in helping me offer the best patterns possible, and this icy dice bag is no exception. Take a look at the beautiful Skadi Ice Crystal Dice Bags they created using this pattern!

A big thank you to: Sara Patton, Chelsea Morrison, Nicolle Watts, Anna Kendig, Lisa Reinsch-Johnson, Osquer Campbell, Rachel Feather, Carissa Lindsey, Mary Cilento, Sarah Garner, and Kami Jones.

Skadi Icicle Crochet Dice Bag Pattern

This crochet pattern is written in US crochet terms.

MATERIALS:

YARN: Premier Cotton Sprout  Worsted Weight 4 yarn, (100% cotton, 3.5 oz/100 g, 180 yds/165 m) 

YARDAGE: 100 – 120 yards 

SAMPLE COLORS: Aqua, Cornflower, Lavender 

HOOK: US G/6 4.0 – 4.25 mm 

OTHER SUPPLIES:

Yarn needle

Scissors

Stitch Markers

Size: (Approximate: laid flat / standing)

7” long x 6” wide / 6” tall x 4” diameter

Gauge: 12 Rows x 15 hdc = 4” x 4” square

Gauge is not very important and is given for reference.

Experience Level: Intermediate

Pattern Key:

st(s) – stitch(es)

sp(s) – space(s)

ch(s) – chain(s)

sl st – slip stitch

sc – single crochet

hdc – half double crochet 

bphdc – back post half double crochet

fphdc – front post half double crochet 

YO – yarn over

FO – fasten off 

Need some help with the stitches? Check out my Learn to Crochet Series and my fun Crochet Tutorials!  You can also reach out at any time! I am more than happy to help you with any questions you may have!

Special Stitches:

Half Double Crochet Magic Circle Tutorial:   

VIDEO TUTORIAL:  https://youtu.be/ld8Hqmi-NEE

STEP 1: Create a loop with yarn, place hook through the loop, yo and pull the yarn through the loop, keeping the loop open in a circle instead of pulling the yarn tight. 

STEP 2: Ch 1, yo, insert hook back in circle, yo and pull up a loop through the circle. 

STEP 3: Yo again and pull through all 3 loops on the hook, 1 hdc completed! Repeat Steps 2-3 to create additional stitches. Hold stitches with one hand, gently pull the yarn end with the other hand to close the circle.

Front Post Half Double Crochet:

Yo, insert hook from front to back in the sp between previous st and working sts row below, below the loops working around the main body/post of the stitch. Then bring the hook across the back of the st, and through the sp on the other side of the st (from back to front), between the working st and the next st. Yo and pull up a loop, (3 loops on hook), yo and pull through all 3 loops on hook. Fphdc complete! See photos below.

Back Post Half Double Crochet:

Yo, insert hook from back to front in the sp between previous st and working sts row below, below the loops working around the main body/post of the stitch. Then bring the hook across the front of the st, and through the sp on the other side of the st (from front to back), between the working st and the next st. Yo and pull up a loop, (3 loops on hook), yo and pull through all 3 loops on hook. Bphdc complete! See photos below.

NOTES:

1. Read through the entire pattern first.
2. Beginning chain does not count as a stitch. First st of each round should be placed in the same st as beginning chain 1. Slip stitch does not count as a stitch.
3. Repeat stitches between [ and ] the number of times indicated.
4. Place stitches between ( and ) in the same stitch.
5. Dice Bag is worked in joined rounds. Alternate rounds between Rounds 8 – 17 are turned and worked in the opposite direction (inside of bag) to line up the post stitches.
6. This pattern is FREE, and has been thoroughly tested and tech edited. Please feel free to share any comments or ask any questions you many have! I welcome your feedback!!
7. This post and all it contains including the pattern and photographs are my intellectual property and copyright protected property of GreenFoxFarms LLC © 2026. You are welcome to make as many as you like to sell, giveaway, etc. You may NOT sell, or alter and claim as your own this pattern. You may not use my photographs. This pattern is not for mass production.
8. If you want to share this pattern online, you must only share a link to my blog post. You may not copy and paste my text or the pattern to another site. Thank you for respecting my work.
9. By using this pattern, you are agreeing to abide by these terms.

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More Free Crochet Dice Bag Patterns I Know You’ll Love

If you’ve made the Skadi Icicle Crochet Dice Bag and you’re already thinking about your next one, I have a treat for you! I’ve designed quite a collection of free crochet dice bag patterns over the years, from simple drawstring pouches to multi-pocket storage bags and full-on fantasy-inspired pieces. Some are quick and practical. Some are bold and character-driven. All of them are made with gamers in mind.

Here’s the full dice bag lineup so far:

• DC Dice Bag and Rolling Tray
  A clever 2-in-1 design that opens flat to double as a rolling tray. Great for players who want quick access and no runaway dice.

• Potion of Moonlight Amigurumi Dice Bottle
  A witchy potion-shaped storage pouch available in three sizes. Perfect for fantasy campaigns and gift giving.

• Evan’s 8 Pocket Dice Bag
  A serious storage solution with multiple interior pockets to separate full dice sets. Ideal for collectors with color-coded sets.

• Magical Mushroom Dice Bag
  A cottagecore-inspired drawstring pouch with sweet woodland vibes. Fun to make and even more fun to gift.

• Bag of Tricks Dice Bags Trio
  A customizable design with three personality options: Wicked, Worn, or Wild. Add texture, patches, or vine details.

• Baby Dragon Egg Dice Bag
  A scale-inspired pouch that feels straight out of a dragon’s hoard. Uses tapestry crochet.

• Mini Mushroom Dice Bag
  A smaller version that’s quick to make and great for lightweight storage or small gifts.

• Fourfold Fate Divided Dice Bag
  A divided interior design that keeps multiple dice sets organized and separate inside one pouch.

• Calliope Festival Bag + Dice Pouch
  A bright and playful drawstring pouch that works well for dice or small treasures.

• Cerridwen’s Cauldron Dice Bag
  A magical cauldron-shaped pouch with strong fantasy energy. A fun gift for DMs and witchy gamers.

• Druid Linden Leaf Dice Bag
  A nature-inspired textured pouch with leaf detailing. Perfect for forest rangers and druid characters.

• Skadi Ice Crystal Dice Bag – you’re here!
  A strong drawstring pouch inspired by Norse winter and mountain ice. Medium-sized, sturdy, and ready for game night.

There are definitely a few free dice bag crochet patterns to choose from now. I know you’ll find at least one that will suit your style and your character sheet.

Skadi Icicle Crochet Dice Bag Pattern:

CROCHET PATTERN DIRECTIONS:

USING G/6 4.0 – 4.25 MM HOOK

Round 1: Make a Magic Circle, ch 1, 10 hdc in magic circle, sl st to join, (10 hdc).

Round 2: Ch 1, (2 hdc) in each st around, sl st to join, (20 hdc).

Round 3: Ch 1, [hdc in next st, (2 hdc) in next st,] 10 times, sl st to join, (30 hdc).

Round 4: Ch 1, [hdc in next 2 sts, (2 hdc) in next st,] 10 times, sl st to join, (40 hdc).

Round 5: Ch 1, [hdc, ch 1, hdc in next 7 sts, ch 1, (2 hdc) in next st, hdc in next 5 sts, ch 1, hdc in next 6 sts,] 2 times, sl st to join, (6 ch-1, 42 hdc).

Round 6: Ch 1, [bphdc, hdc in ch-1sp, bphdc in next 6 sts,] 6 times, sl st to join, (6 hdc, 42 bphdc).

USING G/6 4.0 – 4.25 MM HOOK

You will now be working 3 post stitches for each of the 6 corners of the hexagon, worked so that there are 2 post stitches on the inside of the bag (support) and one post stitch on the outside (corner), to give it a stronger shape. The exterior post stitch should fall between the 2 interior post stitches for each of the 6 corners. All post stitches should be stacked (worked atop one another) for each subsequent round. 

Round 7: Ch 1, [bphdc, fphdc, bphdc, hdc in next 5 sts,] 6 times, sl st to join, (6 fphdc, 12 bphdc, 30 hdc, 48 sts).

For the Rounds 8-17 you will be turning work at the beginning of each round and working in the opposite direction, every other round. This will help keep the post stitches stacked and keep the location of the post stitches/corners from slanting as you work.  Even rows are worked on the Wrong side and Odd rows are worked on the Right side.

Round 8: Ch 1, turn, [hdc in next 5 sts, fphdc, bphdc, fphdc,] 6 times, sl st to join, (12 fphdc, 6 bphdc, 30 hdc, 48 sts).

Round 9: Ch 1, turn, [bphdc, fphdc, bphdc, hdc in next 5 sts,] 6 times, sl st to join, (6 fphdc, 12 bphdc, 30 hdc, 48 sts).

Rounds 10-17: Repeat Rounds 8-9, alternating. (48 sts, 8 rounds).

USING G/6 4.0 – 4.25 MM HOOK

You will now be working just 1 fphdc for each corner and no longer turning, so all rounds will be Right Side. Round 18 will decrease by skipping both bphdc at each corner and form an edge of the crystal by using bphdc to make the top of the bag, like in Round 6.

Round 18: Ch 1, [skip bphdc, fphdc, skip bphdc, bphdc in next 5 sts,] 6 times, sl st to join, (6 fphdc, 30 bphdc, 36 sts).

Rounds 19-22: Ch 1, [fphdc, hdc in next 5 sts,] 6 times, sl st to join, (6 fphdc, 30 hdc, 36 sts, 4 rounds).

Round 23: Ch 1, [fphdc, hdc in next st, ch 2 and skip next st, hdc in next 2 sts, ch 2 and skip next st,] 6 times, sl st to join, (12 ch-2 sp, 18 hdc, 6 fphdc, 36 sts). 

Round 24: Ch 1, sl st in each st and ch-2 sp around, sl st to join, (36 sl st). FO and weave in ends. Continue with Drawstring.

USING G/6 4.0 – 4.25 MM HOOK

FINISH YOUR ICE CRYSTAL DICE BAG:

DRAWSTRING CLOSURE (Choose 1 style)

SINGLE DRAWSTRING: (Make 1)

Ch 111, FO and trim ends. Weave drawstring through the spaces in R23. Tie in a bow to close or use a toggle or other cinch if desired. 

DOUBLE DRAWSTRING: (Make 2)

STEP 1: Ch 81, FO and trim ends.

STEP 2: Weave drawstring through the spaces in R23, and knot the ends together. Repeat with the other drawstring, weaving through the same holes, but place the knotted ends on the opposite side. Pull both knotted ends away from the center to cinch the bag. 

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Please Share your Crochet Dice Bags!

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