Crochet Coin Purses

If you're looking to add a touch of charm and functionality to your accessory collection, crochet coin purses are an absolute must-have! These cute and compact pouches are not only perfect for keeping your loose change organized but also serve as delightful handmade treasures. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, there are endless patterns and designs to explore, allowing you to unleash your creativity and make personalized coin purses that reflect your unique style. With their versatility and practicality, crochet coin purses make fantastic gifts for friends and family, showcasing your thoughtfulness and crafting skills all in one sweet package. So, grab your crochet hook and your favorite yarn, and get ready to whip up some adorable coin purses that will bring a touch of handmade warmth to your everyday essentials!

Materials

• Cotton yarn: red, white, and green
• 2.5 mm crochet hook
• Kiss lock frame
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Optional: Black beads for seeds

Stitches Used

• Magic Ring
• Single Crochet (SC)
• Single Crochet Increase
• Half Double Crochet (HDC)
• Back Loop Only (BLO)

Instructions

Measure the Kiss Lock

Measure the outer diameter of your kiss lock to determine the coin purse size.

Crochet Red Circle (Flesh)

Begin with a magic ring.

Work increasing rounds using single crochet until the diameter matches your measurement. Repeat the same for the second side.

**Add White Round (Rind Inner)**

Attach white yarn and crochet one increasing round using SC.

Add Green Round (Outer Rind)

Switch to green yarn and work one round of HDC with increases.

Mark Sewing Range

Align crochet circle with the kiss lock. Use pins or markers to mark the stitches where the kiss lock will attach.

Crochet Volume Section

Between the marked points, work HDC in BLO to create depth.

Attach to Kiss Lock

Sew the curved top section of the circle to one side of the kiss lock. Repeat for the second piece on the other side of the kiss lock.

(Optional) Add Beads

Use black beads to simulate watermelon seeds. Sew them onto the red section.

Join Both Sides

With the wrong sides facing in, sew the two sides together using BLO of the green HDC edge.

Second Pattern Materials Needed

• Cotton yarn: white and orange/yellow
• Optional: Green yarn for leaf
• 2.5 mm crochet hook
• Kiss lock frame
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Second Pattern Stitches Used

• Magic Ring
• Single Crochet (SC)
• Single Crochet Increase
• Half Double Crochet (HDC)
• Chain, Slip Stitch, Double Crochet, Triple Crochet (for leaf)

Second Pattern Instructions

Measure Kiss Lock

Measure the frame to calculate the desired diameter.

Crochet Center with Color Changes

Alternate white and orange/yellow in increasing SC rounds to create a citrus segment look. Repeat for the second piece.

Solid White Round

Crochet one round of SC using white yarn.

Orange Peel Border

Switch to orange yarn and crochet one round of HDC stitches.

Volume Section

As with the watermelon, work HDC in BLO between marked points.

Attach to Kiss Lock

Sew the crocheted piece to the kiss lock. Repeat for the second piece.

Join Sides

Stitch both pieces together using the BLO technique.

Optional Leaf Attachment (Lemon/Orange Purse)

Steps:

• Chain 8.
• Row 1 (first side of leaf): Slip Stitch in 2nd ch from hook. SC, HDC, DC, TRC, DC, HDC, SC across.
• Row 2 (opposite side of chain): SC, HDC, DC, TRC, DC, HDC, SC, Slip Stitch. Sew the leaf to the top of the kiss lock.