Embroidered Crochet Phone Purse

Embroidered Crochet Phone Purse

What is Being Made

The Embroidered Crochet Phone Purse is a functional accessory designed by Kirsten Holloway for safely carrying and protecting a cell phone. This crocheted bag features an attached strap for convenient carrying and includes a pocket for additional storage. The purse is embellished with embroidered multi-layered flowers that add decorative detail to the finished piece.

Difficulty Level

This project is classified as Easy/Intermediate, making it suitable for crocheters with some foundational experience who are ready to expand their skill set with more advanced techniques.

Crochet Techniques Used

The Embroidered Crochet Phone Purse employs several intermediate crochet techniques to create its structure and visual interest:

• Post stitches – worked around the post of previous stitches to create textured or dimensional effects
• Working in the 3rd loop of an hdc – a specialized technique using half double crochet stitches that adds unique texture
• Reverse single crochet (crab stitch) – a decorative edging technique worked in the opposite direction for a finished border
• Surface slip stitch – applied on top of completed fabric for embellishment and detail work
• Embroidery – hand embroidery stitches worked onto the crocheted base to add decorative elements
• Multi-layered flower construction – dimensional floral embellishments created by layering crocheted or embroidered elements

Stitches and Construction

The pattern utilizes fundamental crochet stitches including half double crochet (hdc) and single crochet as primary building blocks. The combination of these basic stitches with the advanced techniques listed above creates a purse with both structural integrity and visual complexity. The reverse single crochet finishing edge provides a professional, polished border.

Materials Required

This project uses fine crochet thread in multiple weights and colors to achieve its delicate appearance:

• 2.55mm crochet hook – primary hook sized to obtain proper gauge for the bag body
• 1.5mm steel crochet hook – smaller hook used specifically for creating the flower embellishments
• Aunt Lydia's #3 Fashion Crochet Thread in "Natural" – 190-200 yards for the main bag construction
• Aunt Lydia's #3 Fashion Crochet Thread in "White" – 15 yards for accent details
• Aunt Lydia's #10 Crochet Thread in "White" – 2-3 yards for fine embroidery work
• Aunt Lydia's #10 Crochet Thread in "Natural" – 5 yards for additional embroidery details

Yarn Weight and Material Notes

This pattern calls for thread rather than traditional yarn, specifically Aunt Lydia's crochet thread in both #3 and #10 weights. Thread creates a refined, delicate fabric ideal for a phone purse that requires durability in a compact form. The use of multiple thread weights allows for varied texture and detail – the heavier #3 thread provides structure for the main bag body, while the finer #10 thread enables intricate embroidery work on the decorative flowers. The natural and white color options create visual contrast and design flexibility.

Pattern Details

Designed by independent designer Kirsten Holloway, this downloadable PDF pattern provides complete instructions for constructing a functional phone accessory that combines practical crochet techniques with decorative embroidery. The finished purse includes both a carrying strap and an interior pocket, making it a complete solution for phone storage and protection.