Looking for a fun and practical way to carry coins, cards or small essentials?
These cheerful crochet wristlet pouches come in two playful designs — a bright rainbow shell-stitch version and a fresh green avocado style. Each one features a button closure, a wrist strap and a matching charm, making them perfect everyday accessories or delightful handmade gifts.
Description
These compact coin purses are crocheted in a textured shell stitch that creates a soft, dimensional fabric.
- Rainbow pouch: Worked in vibrant horizontal bands of red, orange, yellow, green, blue and purple. It has a red top edge, a large decorative button and a small multi-coloured flower charm attached with a lobster clasp. A matching red wrist strap makes it easy to carry.
- Avocado pouch: Crocheted in fresh lime green with a cream-coloured top edge that resembles the avocado skin highlight. It closes with a dark wooden button and includes a realistic little avocado charm. A green wrist strap completes the design.
Both pouches are soft yet structured enough to hold coins, cards, cash, earbuds or other small items securely. Their cheerful colours and charming details make them ideal for everyday use, festivals, or as unique gifts.
Finished Size (approximate)
- Width: 12–14 cm / 4.75–5.5 in
- Height: 9–11 cm / 3.5–4.25 in
- Wrist strap length: approximately 15–18 cm / 6–7 in
- Suitable for coins, cards, cash, keys or small personal items
Materials
- Yarn: DK or light worsted weight cotton or acrylic
- Rainbow version: Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple
- Avocado version: Lime green and cream
- Hook: 3.5 mm or 4.0 mm
- Notions: Decorative buttons, small charms (flower and avocado), lobster clasps, tapestry needle, scissors
Abbreviations (US terms)
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- dc – double crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- st(s) – stitch(es)
Pattern Notes
- Both pouches are worked in a shell stitch (groups of double crochet) for a textured, wavy surface.
- The rainbow version uses colour changes at the end of each shell row to create the striped effect.
- The avocado version is worked mainly in one colour with a contrasting cream top section.
- The flap or top edge is shaped and finished with a buttonhole or loop.
- Charms are attached with small lobster clasps for a removable decorative touch.
- A consistent tension helps the pouches keep their neat shape.
Step-by-Step Overview
- Begin at the bottom and work upward in shell stitch, changing colours for the rainbow version or staying in green for the avocado version.
- Shape the top edge and create a button closure.
- Make and attach the wrist strap.
- Crochet or attach the matching charm (flower or avocado).
- Weave in all ends carefully and gently shape the finished pouches.
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.
Wipe buttons and charms with a soft cloth as needed.
These handmade rainbow and avocado pouches bring a playful, colourful touch to everyday organisation while remaining practical and durable.
