Create a beautiful and versatile small crochet purse perfect for coins or as a decorative fruit hanger. This project combines style and function, making it an exquisite and practical accessory.
This crochet small purse is great for stashing coins or keys, or even as a decorative item. With its durable polycherry yarn, it stands out in both style and practicality. Its compact design makes it easy to carry while adding a personalized touch to your accessories.
Crochet Purse Pattern
Crafting this small purse is a delightful project for all crochet enthusiasts, from beginners to advanced. Its simple yet customizable pattern lets you unleash your creativity with color and design variations, making it a fun and fulfilling activity that showcases your personal style.
Materials and Preparation:
- Yarn: Onitsuga Polycherry
- Hook: Tulip 4/0 (2.5 mm)
- Additional Tools: Sewing needle, thread, button, lighter (for thread finishing)
- Yarn Weight: Light, Dk weight
Abbreviations and Notes:
- SC: Single Crochet
- HDC: Half Double Crochet
- DC: Double Crochet
- CH: Chain
- SL ST: Slip Stitch
- INC: Increase
- Important: Ensure to keep tension consistent throughout.
Gauge, Approximate Size, and Pattern Notes:
- Gauge: Not crucial for this project.
- Finished Dimensions: Approximately 4 inches in diameter.
- Special Techniques: Basic increases and decreases for shaping, crochet in the round.
- Gauge swatch is not needed for this project.
Step-by-Step Pattern:
- Foundation Ring:
- CH 4, SL ST to the first chain to create a ring.
- CH 1, make 10 HDC into the ring. SL ST to the first HDC. (10 HDC)
- Row 1:
- CH 1, 2 HDC in each stitch around. SL ST to the first HDC. (20 HDC)
- Row 2:
- CH 1, 1 HDC, 2 HDC in next stitch; repeat from * around. SL ST to the first HDC. (30 HDC)
- Row 3:
- CH 1, 2 HDC, 2 HDC in next stitch; repeat from * around. SL ST to the first HDC. (40 HDC)
- Row 4:
- CH 1, 3 HDC, 2 HDC in next stitch; repeat from * around. SL ST to the first HDC. (50 HDC)
- Break the thread and make another similar piece.
- Join Pieces:
- Make a slip knot, CH 6, SL ST into the same stitch to create a handle start.
- SC back and forth for 35 rows to create the handle, then attach to the other circle.
- Join both circles using SC around the edge.
- Creating the Lid:
- Work around 15 unfilled stitches to start the lid.
- CH 1, SC decrease at the start and end of each row, creating a decreasing pattern.
- Continue until 7 stitches remain. FINISH OFF.
- Finishing Touches:
- Single crochet around all edges for a clean finish.
- Attach a button for closure.
- Add any decorative pieces like leaves or stems using chains and stitch patterns provided.
Q: Can I use a different type of yarn for this project?
A: Yes, you can use a different yarn, but make sure it's of a similar weight (DK) to maintain te size and structure of the purse.
Conclusion
This small crochet purse is an excellent project to personalize your accessory collection. Its practicality combined with the joy of creating something handmade ensures that you'll find this crochet project both enjoyable and rewarding. Happy Crocheting!
