I saw an idea for a similar pouch, but did not have the correct size yarn that was called for so I was inspired to create my own pattern.
This is a perfect project for Christmas gifts — quick, easy, cheap, you can use scrap yarn, you can adorn them differently if you’d like, and most people like and can use lip gloss. It would also make a great tooth fairy pouch. My mother collects coins, and this is a great way to gift a coin or two. Whatever small trinket will fit inside, people have always been delighted when receiving this pouch as a gift!
If you’re not familiar with EOS lip gloss, it goes on clear and is widely available, including at Wal-Mart. I see it near the check-out line shelves at the registers.
Abbreviations:
SS = Slipstitch
SC = Single Crochet
SC2Tog= Single Crochet 2 stitches together
FPDC = Front Post Double Crochet
BPDC = Back Post Double Crochet
(Tip- These are not my video's, but reference YouTube if you're unsure of how to do these stitches, examples of SC2tog here Post stitches here)
Abbreviations:
SS = Slipstitch
SC = Single Crochet
SC2Tog= Single Crochet 2 stitches together
FPDC = Front Post Double Crochet
BPDC = Back Post Double Crochet
(Tip- These are not my video's, but reference YouTube if you're unsure of how to do these stitches, examples of SC2tog here Post stitches here)
Materials
Yarn - I used Red Heart Super Saver- whatever colors, as many different colors as you’d like, and this is such a small project you can use scraps. Red Heart is an Aran weight yarn if you need to substitute.
Hook Size - F or 3.75 MM
Darning Needle
Optional for Owl - sewing needle and thread, 2 buttons
Instructions
For Pouch:
Round 1
Magic circle, SC 6, SlipStitch to join, chain 1 Stitch Count= 6
Round 2
2 SC in each stitch around, SS join, Chain 1 Stitch Count= 12
Round 3
*2 SC in first stitch, SC in next* repeat around, SS join, Chain 1 Stitch Count= 18
Round 4
*2 SC in first stitch, SC in next 2* repeat around, SS join, Chain 1 Stitch Count= 24
Rounds 5 - 9
SC in each stitch around, SS join, Chain 1 Stitch Count= 24
Round 10
*SC2Tog, SC in next 3* repeat around, last repeat you will only SC in next 2, SS join, Chain 1
Stitch Count= 19
Stitch Count= 19
Round 11
*FPdc in first, BPdc in next* repeat around, SS join and fasten off, weave in ends.
For Drawstring:
Chain 60, knot the ends. (I used a lighter to hold heat near the ends to melt the yarn where I cut it, but this is optional) Weave in and out between the front and back posts of Round 11 on your pouch.
You have a complete pouch at this point if you’d like to be done!
Or you can embellish them a bit in any way you’d like. Here are instructions for the owl and peace sign pictured, but you could crochet and sew on a flower, heart, your friend’s initial, etc…
Tip: I like to make note of the seam where the rounds join, keep that to the back, and sew the embellishments to the front.
Tip: I like to make note of the seam where the rounds join, keep that to the back, and sew the embellishments to the front.
For the Owl:
Make 2 eyes- Magic Circle, SC 6 in the ring, Slipstitch join, Ch 1, 2 SC in each around for 12, SS join, fasten off, and leave long tail for sewing.
Use thread to sew a button on to each eye.
Then use your long tails to sew both eyes on the pouch, I like to make sure the sides touch.
Using yarn, a darning needle, and the picture for reference, sew a triangle between the eyes to make a beak, going vertical several times first, then finish up with a couple horizontal stitches across the top to make it look neat.
For the Peace Sign:
Magic Circle, SC 6 in the ring, Slipstitch join, Ch 1, 2 SC in each around for 12, SS join, fasten off, and leave long tail for sewing.
Using yarn, a darning needle, and the picture for reference, sew around the perimeter just underneath the loops to make a circle, form the side legs of the peace symbol, then work your way up the middle. Tie off, hide ends in the back, sew your symbol to your pouch.
(I’ve also used this same method to stitch on the initial of a friend I’m gifting to)
I made this pattern FREE because I'd love for others to make it, but please do not use my pictures. You may refer to my pattern, but please link back to my blog. DO NOT COPY AND PASTE. You are totally welcome to sell your finished projects!
If you’d like to see the post I was inspired by, check out Briana K Designs. She uses DK weight yarn if that’s what you have!
