Butterfly Cloud Purse

Butterfly Cloud Purse by Aundie Molina

What Is Being Made

The Butterfly Cloud Purse is a beginner-friendly crocheted bag featuring a structured rectangular design with circular bamboo handles. This downloadable crochet pattern creates a finished purse measuring 9 inches wide by 9 inches tall with a 2.5-inch depth, making it an ideal size for everyday essentials or as a decorative accessory piece.

Pattern Structure and Construction

The purse is constructed using multiple panels that are crocheted separately and then assembled. The design incorporates front and back panels worked in one colorway, combined with side and bottom panels in a contrasting color, creating visual interest and dimension. This modular construction approach is ideal for beginners, as it breaks down the project into manageable sections.

Crochet Techniques Used

The pattern employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for beginner crafters. Construction relies primarily on basic single crochet stitches worked in rows, with chain stitches used for foundation and turning chains. The pattern includes a specialized technique of working single crochet in the back loop only (BLO), which creates texture variation and structural definition at specific points in the side and bottom panels. This selective use of BLO stitching adds visual and tactile interest without requiring advanced skills.

Stitches Used

• Chain (CH) — Used for foundation chains and turning chains throughout the pattern
• Single Crochet (SC) — The primary stitch used for all main fabric construction in both panels
• Single Crochet in Back Loop Only (SC in BLO) — Applied selectively to create textured rows and structural definition
• Finish Off (FO) — Used to secure yarn at the completion of each panel

Materials and Tools

This pattern uses Aran weight yarn in multiple colors from Red Heart brand, providing excellent stitch definition and durability. The color palette includes 3.5 ounces of Periwinkle Blue, 2.5 ounces of White Boucle yarn, 1.5 ounces of Light Gray, and a small amount of Dark Blue for butterfly embellishments. The textured White Boucle yarn adds visual interest and a cloud-like quality that complements the pattern name.

The pattern requires both G and H crochet hooks to achieve different gauges for different sections. The H hook is used for the front and back panels (worked with two yarn strands held together), while the G hook creates a tighter gauge for the side and bottom panels. A yarn needle is needed for weaving in ends and assembling the purse. The purse is completed with 9-by-9-inch circular bamboo handles, which provide a finished, professional appearance and comfortable carrying option.

Gauge Information

The pattern specifies two different gauges to achieve proper sizing and structure. The H hook gauge is 3.5 stitches by 4 rows per inch, used when working with doubled yarn strands for the front and back panels. The G hook gauge is 3 stitches by 3 rows per inch, used for the side and bottom panels. Working to the correct gauge ensures the finished purse achieves the intended 9-by-9-by-2.5-inch dimensions.

Skill Level

Designed as a beginner project, the Butterfly Cloud Purse requires only basic crochet knowledge. The pattern uses simple, repetitive stitches and straightforward row-by-row construction, making it an excellent choice for crafters new to crochet or those seeking a quick, satisfying project. The modular panel approach allows beginners to practice fundamental techniques while creating a functional, attractive finished piece.