Product Description
Who doesn’t love a little twist of citrus fruit??? It’s so refreshing in the summer time heat, right?!?!
This little purse is perfect for the summer - not to big, not to small - it’s just the right size to carry the bare necessities on any summer outing. And the best part - it works up in just a couple of hours!
The pattern features a button/loop closure, and instructions for creating your own purse handle or adding a store-bought handle. There’s also a template you can use to either machine sew or hand sew a lining if you’d like one!
This pattern is Copyright © 2018 The Blue Star Boutique with all rights reserved.
This pattern is intended for personal use only. Reproduction in any manner, including electronic reproduction, printing multiple copies and sharing them, electronic copying and sharing, scanning, posting to the internet, selling or otherwise distributing in any way is prohibited.
Citrus Twist Purse Crochet Pattern by Shelley Moore
What is Being Made
The Citrus Twist Purse is a small crocheted handbag designed by Shelley Moore. This beginner-friendly project creates a finished purse measuring 10 inches wide and 5.5 inches tall (without handle). The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF and works up quickly, typically completed in just a couple of hours, making it an ideal project for crafters new to crochet or those seeking a fast, satisfying make.
Crochet Techniques and Construction
This crochet purse employs fundamental techniques suitable for beginners. The pattern uses basic crochet stitches to construct the body of the purse, with color work incorporated throughout the design. The pattern includes instructions for creating a structured purse shape and finishing details. Crafters have the option to incorporate store-bought purse handles for convenience, or the pattern provides guidance for alternative handle options. Additionally, the pattern contains a template for lining the purse if desired, allowing makers to customize their finished piece with interior fabric.
Stitches Used
- Single crochet (sc) – the primary stitch used throughout the purse construction
- Chain (ch) – used for foundation and shaping
- Magic circle (MC) – employed for starting certain sections
- Single crochet two together (sc2tog) – used for decreasing stitches and shaping
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The Citrus Twist Purse is worked in worsted weight yarn using a size G (4.25mm) crochet hook. The pattern provides three colorway options, each utilizing three coordinating colors:
- Lemon colorway: Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn in Buttercream (Color A – 50 yards), White (Color B – scrap amount), and Yellow (Color C – 60 yards)
- Orange colorway: Light Peach (Color A – 50 yards), White (Color B – scrap amount), and Terra Cotta (Color C – 60 yards)
- Lime colorway: I Love This Cotton in Pistachio (Color A – 50 yards), White (Color B – scrap amount), and Bright Citrus (Color C – 60 yards)
The gauge is 9 single crochet stitches and 8 single crochet rows equals 2 inches. Additional supplies required include one 1-inch button, optional store-bought purse handles, a yarn needle for weaving in ends, and a sewing needle with thread for finishing and attaching hardware.
Pattern Details
This pattern is copyright 2018 by The Blue Star Boutique and is classified as a beginner skill level project. The downloadable PDF format makes it accessible for immediate use, and the quick completion time combined with vibrant citrus-inspired colorways makes this purse an appealing project for both novice crocheters and experienced makers looking for a quick gift or personal accessory.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Pages: | 9 |
| Designer: | Shelley Moore |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | sewing needle & thread purse handles (optional) |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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