Coins From Daddy

Coins From Daddy Knit Coin Purse by Sharon Mooney

What Is Being Made

Coins From Daddy is a small knit coin purse designed by Sharon Mooney. The finished purse, when flattened, measures approximately 5.5 inches tall and 6 inches wide (excluding the handle). This project combines hand-knitted fabric with a metal purse frame to create a functional and decorative accessory perfect for holding coins and small items.

Craft and Primary Technique

This is a knitting project suitable for beginners. The design uses fundamental knitting techniques that make it an excellent introduction to working with purse frames and finishing methods. The knitted fabric is worked flat on straight needles before being assembled with the metal frame hardware.

Stitches and Knitting Techniques Used

The pattern employs stockinette stitch as the primary stitch pattern. The abbreviations and techniques referenced in the pattern include:

• Knit (K) – basic knit stitch
• Kfb (Knit into the front and back) – an increase technique used to shape the purse
• Cast on (Co) – method for creating initial stitches
• Bind off (Bo) – technique for securing final stitches and finishing edges

Locking stitch markers are used throughout the project to track pattern changes and shaping increases.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern calls for approximately one skein of Madelinetosh "Tosh DK" yarn, which is 100% Superwash Merino Wool. This yarn weight is DK (Double Knit), providing a lightweight yet durable fabric suitable for a small accessory. The skein provides 225 yards (205 meters) of yardage, which is sufficient for the entire coin purse project.

Additional materials include a 3.35-inch (8.5 centimeter) purse frame (the pattern references Yarnology #827022 as an example), available in various colors to coordinate with your yarn choice. A 1/4-inch jump ring matching the purse frame hardware is also needed for assembly.

Needles and Tools

The pattern uses US Size 4 (3.5mm) knitting needles, or the size needed to achieve proper gauge. Additional tools required include four locking stitch markers for tracking shaping, a yarn needle or large embroidery needle for weaving in ends, and a small sewing needle (sized to fit through the purse frame holes) paired with sewing thread in a color that either matches or contrasts with your chosen yarn.

Gauge

The pattern specifies a gauge of 6 stitches and 7.5 rows to 1 inch in stockinette stitch on flat fabric before blocking. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for the finished purse to measure the intended dimensions and fit properly with the metal frame.

Design Details

This downloadable PDF pattern (K600) was designed by Sharon Mooney and published in 2017. The project demonstrates how hand-knitted fabric can be integrated with commercial purse frame hardware to create a polished, finished accessory. The combination of superwash merino wool with a metal frame makes this purse both practical and elegant, suitable for everyday use or as a handmade gift.