Looking for beautiful, practical handmade accessories for everyday use?
This charming collection of crochet pouches and mini bags features a variety of styles and warm, earthy colours. From slim phone crossbody bags to compact wallets and round coin purses, each piece is carefully crafted with textured stitches, wooden buttons and colourful mandala details.
Description
This versatile handmade collection includes several different designs, all crocheted with care using soft cotton or cotton-blend yarn.
- Phone crossbody bags: Slim rectangular pouches in terracotta, mustard, teal and cream. They feature an openwork or solid textured body, a fold-over flap closed with a wooden button, and a long thin strap for comfortable crossbody wear.
- Mini wallets and card holders: Smaller rectangular pouches with scalloped or straight flaps, perfect for cards, coins and cash.
- Round coin purses: Circular bags decorated with vibrant mandala or granny-square style motifs in multi-coloured yarn, ideal for loose change or small treasures.
The colour palette focuses on warm, natural tones — terracotta, mustard yellow, teal, soft cream, rust and muted greens — giving the whole collection a cohesive and stylish look. Each piece is lightweight, soft to the touch and practical for daily use or as a thoughtful handmade gift.
Finished Size (approximate)
- Phone crossbody bags: 11–13 cm wide × 17–19 cm high (4.25–5 in × 6.75–7.5 in)
- Mini wallets: 9–11 cm wide × 7–9 cm high (3.5–4.25 in × 2.75–3.5 in)
- Round coin purses: 9–11 cm diameter (3.5–4.25 in)
- Strap length (where applicable): adjustable, typically 90–120 cm / 35–47 in
Materials
- Yarn: DK or light worsted weight cotton or cotton-blend
- Colours: Terracotta, mustard, teal, cream, rust, soft pink, yellow and accent shades for mandala motifs
- Hook: 3.0 mm – 4.0 mm
- Notions: Wooden buttons, tapestry needle, scissors
- Optional: Metal clasps or D-rings for straps
Abbreviations (US terms)
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- dc – double crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- sp – space
Pattern Notes
- Most pieces are worked in single crochet or a combination of solid and openwork stitches for texture and structure.
- Phone bags and wallets are usually made as flat rectangles, then folded and seamed.
- Round purses begin in the centre and are worked in the round, often with colour changes for the mandala effect.
- Flaps are shaped with simple decreases or shell stitches.
- Straps are created as thin cords or braided chains and attached securely.
- A consistent, firm tension helps each pouch keep its shape and provides good protection for the contents.
Step-by-Step Overview
- Choose the style (phone bag, mini wallet or round purse) and colours.
- Crochet the main body using the appropriate stitch pattern (solid, textured or openwork).
- Add the flap and sew on a wooden button if required.
- For round purses, work the colourful mandala motif from the centre outward.
- Create and attach the strap or wristlet.
- Weave in all ends carefully and gently shape the finished piece.
Care Instructions
Hand wash gently in cold water with mild detergent. Do not wring or scrub.
Reshape while damp and lay flat to dry away from direct heat or sunlight.
Do not tumble dry or iron.
Wooden buttons can be wiped clean with a soft cloth.
These handmade crochet pouches are designed to be both beautiful and useful, making them perfect for everyday carry or as special gifts.
