Description
Crochet a small striped pouch that is easy to make and soothing to work on. This pouch is perfect for holding small essentials and can be completed in just a few evenings.
Ingredients
- Worsted weight yarn (weight 4, medium), cotton or acrylic, about 220 total yards (201 m), or about 2 skeins of 110 yards each, approximately 50 g per skein
- H-8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends
- Sharp scissors
- Tape measure
- 2 stitch markers (optional)
- One small button (optional)
Instructions
- Make a foundation chain of 21 chain stitches.
- Row 1: Work 1 double crochet (dc) in the fourth chain from your hook. Continue with 1 dc in each chain across. You will have 18 double crochet stitches.
- At the end of Row 1, chain 3 for the turning chain and turn your work.
- Row 2: Work 1 dc in the first stitch and in every stitch across. Count 18 double crochet stitches, then chain 3 and turn.
- Rows 3 and 4: Repeat Row 2 for two more rows, keeping 18 double crochet stitches in every row.
- For color change, use your main color for Rows 1 and 2, then change to your contrast color at the end of Row 2.
- Rows 5 through 8: Work 4 rows in the contrast color, repeating the same pattern of 18 double crochet stitches, chain 3, and turn.
- Rows 9 through 12: Change back to your main color and repeat the same pattern for 4 rows.
- Rows 13 through 16: Change to the contrast color and work 4 more rows.
- Fasten off both colors, leaving tails about 6 inches long. Weave in the ends using the yarn needle.
- Fold the rectangle so the bottom edge meets the top edge, with the wrong side facing out. Use optional stitch markers to hold the side edges together.
- Sew both side seams with a length of matching yarn.
- Turn the pouch right side out and gently shape the corners with your fingers.
- If desired, sew one small button near the center of the front flap and make a short chain loop with yarn to attach it opposite the button.
Notes
This project offers a manageable size and soothing repetition, making it ideal for beginners and experienced crocheters alike.