Carry your essentials in style with this Crochet Mini Keychain Purse Pattern that’s for coins, earbuds, or small treasures and great for gifts or personal use.
Carry a blend of charm and practicality with this free crochet mini keychain purse pattern, a delightful project that's as functional as it is stylish. Perfect for holding coins, earbuds, or tiny treasures, this adorable mini purse easily attaches to your keys or bag for on-the-go convenience.
Stylish Crochet Mini Keychain Purse That’s Easy & Fun
Customize it with your favorite colors and embellishments to reflect your personal style or match the season. Whether you’re crocheting it for yourself or as a thoughtful handmade gift, this quick and satisfying project is sure to impress.
Start creating something small yet impactful that adds joy to your daily routine!
Materials Needed
Yarn
- Type: Baby acrylic yarn or lightweight acrylic (any soft and thin yarn).
- Color A: The primary bag color (e.g., light blue).
- Color B: Flower color (e.g., natural or raw off-white).
Crochet Hook
- Size: 3.5 mm crochet hook.
Accessories and Tools
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
- Keychain hardware (optional, for keychain functionality).
Optional Additions
- Small beads or pearls (to add to the flower center).
- Tweezers (to attach keyring easily).
- Fragrance essence (for scented bags).
Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate
Key Abbreviations (US Crochet Terminology)
- ch: Chain
- sl st: Slip Stitch
- hdc: Half Double Crochet
- sp: Space
Special Notes
- Foundation Stage: Ensure you crochet tightly for a compact and sturdy base.
- Align Stitches: Count each stitch during the rounds to ensure the bag shape remains even.
- Bag Sides: The bag’s height can be adjusted by adding or reducing rows during the main body stage.
Pattern Instructions
Step 1: Base of the Bag
- Foundation Chain:
- Use Color A.
- Make 13 ch.
- First Round:
- Hdc in the third chain from the hook (counts as first stitch).
- Work 1 hdc into each of the next 11 ch (12 stitches total).
- In the last chain, work 2 hdc to form an increase. This will be the turning point of the first round.
- Continue Around:
- Now working along the opposite side of the foundation chain, work 12 hdc evenly into the remaining chain spaces.
- In the last st, work 1 hdc (making 24 total stitches for the entire round).
- Slip Stitch to Close:
- Join the round by sl st into the top of the first hdc. Do not fasten off.
Step 2: Building the Bag Body
- Rounds 2-6 (Sides of the Bag):
- Ch 1, hdc into the same st.
- Work 1 hdc into each stitch around. (24 hdc per round.)
- Complete the round by sl st into the first hdc.
- Repeat this process for 6 total rounds, ensuring you count stitches to maintain the bag size and shape.
- Finalize the Border:
- At the end of Round 6, continue to sl st around the top edge of the bag to create a clean, finished look. Fasten off and weave in the ends with a tapestry needle.
Step 3: Adding the Bag Handle
- Location of Handle:
- Fold the bag flat; use stitch markers if necessary to determine the two top edges where the handle will attach.
- Creating the Handle:
- Attach Color A yarn to the marked st at one edge of the bag.
- Ch 6 (or preferred handle length for the mini bag).
- Attach the chain to the corresponding opposite edge of the bag with an sl st.
- Reinforce Handle:
- Work sl st or sc across the handle chains for sturdiness. Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Step 4: Flower Embellishment
- Magic Ring:
- Use Color B for the flower.
- Make a magic ring and ch 5.
- Petals:
- Work a slip stitch back into the magic ring to form the first petal.
- Repeat this process ([ch 5, sl st into the center]) four more times to make a total of 5 petals.
- Finalize Flower:
- Close the magic ring tightly by pulling the tail.
- Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew the flower onto the bag.
- Optional Knot Center:
- Use Color A and make a knot in the center of the flower by wrapping the thread into a small loop several times to form a decorative knot.
- Attach the Flower:
- Sew the flower to the front of the bag. You can leave the flower thread tails hanging decoratively or trim them off neatly.
Step 5: Attach Keychain Hardware (Optional)
- If you want to make the mini bag into a keychain, attach a keyring or chain clasp to the bag’s handle using tweezers or a small piece of thread for a secure connection.
Customization Ideas
- Colors: Use contrasting or ombré colors for the bag and flower to create visually striking pieces.
- Size Variations: Adjust the base foundation chain (e.g., 15 ch or 18 ch) for larger or smaller bags.
- Decorative Features:
- Add beads or buttons to the flower’s center.
- Use a lace ribbon for additional decoration on the bag handle.
- Fragrance Bag: Insert scented sachets into the mini bags before gifting or sealing them for a scented outcome.
Tips for Success
- Count Your Stitches: Ensure an even stitch count on every round to maintain the bag's symmetry.
- Tight Handled Bags: Reinforce the handle by working sl st or sc to ensure it doesn’t stretch excessively.
- Experiment with Flowers: Larger flowers can be made by increasing the number of chain loops per petal or using thicker yarn.
Conclusion
This mini crochet bag is a quick, versatile project that requires minimal materials and offers maximum satisfaction. The addition of the flower decoration makes the bag charming and fun for various uses—whether it’s a cute keychain, a tiny gift bag, or a decorative accent. With so many customization possibilities, you’ll find yourself making one for everyone you know or every mood you have!
Final Look
- Bag Dimensions: Approx. 5 cm by 7 cm (depending on yarn and hook size).
- Flower: A beautiful centerpiece that adds texture and a touch of sweetness to the bag.
- Handle: Secure and proportional, suitable for use with keychains or as an adorable decoration.
Pattern Variations
- Larger Bag: Increase the chain count for the base and add more rounds for height.
- Other Embellishments: Replace the flower with a bow, star, or other appliqué.
- Multiple Purpose: Use as tiny makeup or coin pouches by adding a proper clasp.
