Looking for a cute and practical way to carry small essentials?
These charming round pouches are designed as a friendly brown bear and a sweet white bunny. Each one features a soft embroidered face and a long thin strap, perfect for children or as a fun everyday accessory.
Description
These mini crossbody bags are crocheted in a dense single crochet stitch to create a firm, round shape. The brown bear version has round ears, black safety eyes, a cream muzzle, a brown nose and rosy pink cheeks. The white bunny version has long pink-lined ears, closed smiling eyes, a pink nose and matching rosy cheeks. Both pouches include a simple thin cord strap for comfortable crossbody or shoulder wear. Ideal for holding a phone, coins, keys or other small items while adding a playful handmade touch.
Finished Size (approximate)
- Diameter: 12–14 cm / 4.75–5.5 in
- Strap length: adjustable, typically 90–110 cm / 35–43 in
- Suitable for a phone, cards, coins or small treasures
Materials
- Yarn: DK or light worsted weight cotton or acrylic
- Bear: Medium brown, cream, pink
- Bunny: White / off-white, pink
- Small amounts of black for eyes and embroidery
- Hook: 3.0 mm or 3.5 mm
- Notions: Safety eyes (or embroidery), tapestry needle, scissors
Abbreviations (US terms)
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- st(s) – stitch(es)
Pattern Notes
- Each pouch is worked in continuous rounds of single crochet to form a circle.
- Ears are made separately and sewn on.
- Facial features are embroidered or added with safety eyes after the body is complete.
- A firm tension helps the pouch keep its round shape.
- The strap is a simple thin cord attached at the top sides.
Step-by-Step Overview
- Crochet the round body of the pouch in continuous single crochet.
- Make and attach the ears (round for the bear, long for the bunny).
- Add the facial features (eyes, nose, muzzle, cheeks and smile).
- Attach the thin cord strap.
- Weave in all ends and gently shape the finished pouch.
Care Instructions
Hand wash gently in cold water with mild detergent. Do not wring. Reshape while damp and lay flat to dry away from direct heat or sunlight. Do not tumble dry or iron. Spot clean embroidered details carefully if needed.
