Vintage Vineyard Wine Bottle Cozy Free Pattern – A Knitted Burgundy Wrap

There is something undeniably charming about a beautifully dressed wine bottle. Whether you're gifting a bottle of red, setting a festive table, or simply adding a touch of handcrafted warmth to your kitchen counter, this Vintage Vineyard Wine Bottle Cozy is the perfect project. Inspired by the deep, luxurious hues of a burgundy vineyard, this knitted wrap features intricate cable twists and delicate leaf motifs that create a rich, heirloom-quality texture. It's a stunning piece of knitted home decor that elevates any table setting and makes a thoughtful, handmade gift.

This free pattern is designed for confident beginners and intermediate knitters alike. The step-by-step instructions are detailed and easy to follow, guiding you through every round and row. With a bit of patience and a love for texture, you'll have a gorgeous, functional piece of art in no time.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies. Having everything ready will make your knitting experience smooth and enjoyable.

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in deep burgundy (approx. 150 yards) and a small amount of olive green for leaf accents. A wool or wool-blend yarn works beautifully for structure and stitch definition.
• Needles: US 7 (4.5 mm) knitting needles. You will need a set of double-pointed needles (DPNs) or a circular needle (16-inch length) for working in the round.
• Cable Needle: A small cable needle (or a spare DPN) for creating the cable twists.
• Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends and sewing the leaf accents.
• Stitch Markers: To mark the beginning of rounds and pattern repeats.

Gauge

20 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch. Always knit a gauge swatch to ensure your cozy fits a standard wine bottle snugly. Adjust your needle size if necessary to match the gauge.

Finished Size

This pattern is designed to fit a standard 750ml wine bottle (approx. 12 inches tall, 9 inches circumference). The cozy is worked from the bottom up and gently gathers at the neck.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Let's dive into the pattern. Follow each step carefully, and you'll be amazed at the beautiful result. The pattern is divided into the main body (worked in the round) and the leaf accents (worked flat).

Abbreviations

• CO: Cast on
• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• K2tog: Knit two stitches together (decrease)
• SSK: Slip, slip, knit (decrease)
• C4F: Cable 4 front (slip 2 stitches to cable needle, hold in front, knit 2, knit 2 from cable needle)
• C4B: Cable 4 back (slip 2 stitches to cable needle, hold in back, knit 2, knit 2 from cable needle)
• M1: Make one (increase)
• St(s): Stitch(es)
• P3tog: Purl three stitches together (decrease)

Body of the Cozy (Worked in the Round)

This section creates the main tube of the cozy. The ribbed bottom ensures a snug fit around the base of the bottle, while the cable pattern adds beautiful texture up the sides.

1. Cast On and Join: CO 48 stitches. Distribute evenly across your DPNs or onto your circular needle. Join in the round, being very careful not to twist your stitches. Place a stitch marker to mark the beginning of the round.
2. Ribbing (Rounds 1-6): *K2, P2* repeat around. This creates a classic, stretchy ribbed edge that will hug the bottom of the bottle.
3. Increase Round 7: *K6, M1* repeat around. You will now have 56 stitches on your needles. The M1 increase is worked by picking up the bar between stitches and knitting it through the back loop.
4. Increase Round 8: *K7, M1* repeat around. You will now have 64 stitches. This gives you enough width for the cable pattern.
5. Cable Pattern Round 9: Begin the cable pattern: *C4F, K4, P2, C4B, K4, P2* repeat around (8 repeats). This round establishes the alternating cable twists.
6. Rounds 10-14: *K8, P2* repeat around. These plain rounds allow the cables to relax and create the background fabric.
7. Round 15: *K4, C4F, P2, K4, C4B, P2* repeat around. This staggers the cables, creating a beautiful braided effect.
8. Rounds 16-20: *K8, P2* repeat around.
9. Rounds 21-30: Repeat Rounds 9-20 once more. This completes the main cable section of the cozy.
10. Rounds 31-36: *K8, P2* repeat around. This plain section prepares for the neck shaping.
11. Decrease Round 37: *K6, K2tog* repeat around (56 stitches).
12. Decrease Round 38: *K5, K2tog* repeat around (48 stitches).
13. Decrease Round 39: *K4, K2tog* repeat around (40 stitches).
14. Decrease Round 40: *K3, K2tog* repeat around (32 stitches).
15. Decrease Round 41: *K2, K2tog* repeat around (24 stitches).
16. Decrease Round 42: *K1, K2tog* repeat around (16 stitches).
17. Decrease Round 43: *K2tog* repeat around (8 stitches).
18. Finish: Cut the yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail. Thread the tail through a tapestry needle, slide it through the remaining 8 stitches, and pull tight to close the top of the cozy. Weave in the end securely.

Leaf Accents (Make 3)

These charming leaves add a touch of vineyard inspiration to the cozy. They are knitted flat and then sewn onto the finished body.

1. Cast On: With olive green yarn, CO 3 stitches.
2. Row 1: K1, M1, K1, M1, K1 (5 stitches).
3. Row 2: Purl all stitches.
4. Row 3: K2, M1, K1, M1, K2 (7 stitches).
5. Row 4: Purl all stitches.
6. Row 5: K3, M1, K1, M1, K3 (9 stitches).
7. Row 6: Purl all stitches.
8. Row 7: K2, K2tog, K1, SSK, K2 (7 stitches).
9. Row 8: Purl all stitches.
10. Row 9: K1, K2tog, K1, SSK, K1 (5 stitches).
11. Row 10: Purl all stitches.
12. Row 11: K2tog, K1, SSK (3 stitches).
13. Row 12: P3tog. Fasten off, leaving a long tail (approx. 12 inches) for sewing.

Finishing Touches

Now it's time to bring all the pieces together and give your cozy a professional finish.

1. Attach the Leaves: Position the three leaves evenly spaced around the top of the cozy, just below the gathered neck. Use the long tails and a tapestry needle to sew each leaf securely in place. Weave in all ends carefully.
2. Blocking (Optional but Recommended): To give your cozy a polished, professional look, gently block it. Soak the cozy in lukewarm water with a mild wool wash, gently squeeze out excess water (do not wring), and lay it flat to dry on a towel. Shape it to fit over a wine bottle while drying to ensure the perfect fit.

Your Vintage Vineyard Wine Bottle Cozy is now complete! Slip it over a bottle of your favorite red, and admire the rich texture and beautiful leaf details. This project is a wonderful way to practice cables and increases while creating a stunning piece of knitted home decor. It also makes a fantastic, heartfelt gift for wine lovers and craft enthusiasts alike. Happy knitting!