Abstract: A pocket ash receptacle of U-shaped configuration comprises a flat pouch of flexible material adapted to be opened by compressing the edges thereof. A reinforcing resilient metallic wire frame insert, shaped to follow the edge configuration, is located within the pouch. Upon opening of the pouch by exerting lateral pressure, a portion of the insert forms a solid body across the mouth of the pouch over which the end of a cigarette may be passed for removal of the ash or against which the burning end may be snuffed out. In one modification, the solid body of the insert across the mouth of the pouch has such configuration as to permit the cleaning of the bowl of a pipe.