Crochet Adorable Purse
Crocheting an adorable purse can be such a fun and rewarding experience! From choosing the perfect yarn colors to adding cute little embellishments, the creative possibilities are endless. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this project is sure to bring a smile to your face. Imagine the joy of carrying around a unique purse that you made with love and care. So grab your hooks, pick out your favorite yarn, and get ready to craft something truly special!
MATERIALS
Elisa Crochet Yarn 5 200 m/50 gr, crochet hook 2 mm, satin ribbon and satin rose, lace ribbon
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
ABBREVIATIONS
Ch =chain
St= stitch
Sc=single crochet
Hdc= half double crochet
Rnd= round
Dc= double crochet
Dc2tog = double crochet 2 stitches together
scbp=single crochet back post
Sl st = slip stitch
Rep = repeat
INSTRUCTIONS
The purse is begun with a circular medallion from the bottom and worked outward.
Bottom of Purse: (two details)
Rnd 1: Chain 4 stitches joined with sl st.
Rnd 2: Into the middle of ch4: ch 3, 11 dc, sl st to top of ch3.
Rnd 3: ch 3, dc in the same st as ch, 2 dc in each of next 11 st, sl st.
Rnd 4: ch 3, dc in the same st as ch, dc in next st, *2 dc in next st, dc in next st*, repeat from*to* 11 times, sl st.
Rnd 5: ch 3, dc in the same st as ch, dc in each of next 2 st, *2 dc in next st, dc in each of next 2 st*, repeat from*to* 11 times, sl st.
Rnd 6: ch 3, dc in the same st as ch, dc in each of next 3 st, *2 dc in next st, dc in each of next 3 st*, repeat from*to* 11 times, sl st.
Rnd 7: ch 3, dc in the same st as ch, dc in each of next 4 st, *2 dc in next st, dc in each of next 4 st*, repeat from*to* 11 times, sl st.
Rnd 8: ch 3, dc in the same st as ch, dc in each of next 5 st, *2 dc in next st, dc in each of next 5 st*, repeat from*to* 11 times, sl st.
Rnd 9: ch 3, dc in the same st as ch, dc in each of next 6 st, *2 dc in next st, dc in each of next 6 st*, repeat from*to* 11 times, sl st.
Rnd 10: ch 3, dc in the same st as ch, dc in each of next 7 st, *2 dc in next st, dc in each of next 7 st*, repeat from*to* 11 times, sl st.
Rnd 11: ch 3, dc in the same st as ch, dc in each of next 8 st, *2 dc in next st, dc in each of next 8 st*, repeat from*to* 11 times, sl st.
Rnd 12: ch 3, dc in the same st as ch, dc in each of next 9 st, *2 dc in next st, dc in each of next 9 st*, repeat from*to* 11 times, sl st.
Finishing second circular medallion, do not fasten off. Join two medallions with the help of scbp worked in each of the next st around.
To add support to the bottom of the bag, cut a circle from a piece of thick plastic to fit inside.
Body of Purse:
Refer to diagram for assistance.
Rnd 1: ch3, dc in each of next stitches around.
Rnd 2: ch 1, sc in the same st as chain, *ch 2, skip next 2 st, 2 dc separated by 2 ch stitches in next st, ch 2, skip next 2 st, sc in next st*, repeat from* to* till end of Rnd.
Rnd 3: ch 4, skip 2 st, *3 clusters of 3 dc, separated by ch 2 in ch-2 space, ch 1, skip next 5 st*, repeat from* to* till end of Rnd.
Rnd 4: ch 4(counts as dc and ch 1), skip next 2 st, *dc in ch-2 space, ch 1, skip next 2 st, dc in ch-2 space, ch 1, skip next 2 st, dc in ch-1 space, ch 1*, repeat from* to* till end of Rnd.
Rnd 5-20: Rep Rnd 1-4.
Rnd 21-23: Rep Rnd 1-3.
You can make purse longer repeating the pattern.
Finishing:
Fasten off, weave in ends. Weave ribbon through spaces between dc´s in Rnd 20. Sew lace ribbon to the upper edge of purse and satin rose to the body of purse.