How to Crochet a Travel Jewelry Pouch — Easy Pattern for a Compact, Tangle-Free Case

If you travel often and want a pretty, practical way to keep earrings, rings and necklaces organized, this crochet travel jewelry pouch is a quick, portable project. The pouch cinches closed to protect delicate pieces and opens flat for easy access. Below is the full pattern with finished measurements, gauge, materials and step-by-step instructions to make your own.

Finished Size:

3.5” tall and 5” across (when cinched) 10” across when opened

Gauge:

22 sts X 10 rows = 4” in dc

Materials:

• Sportweight yarn – 2 oz in color of choice
• Crochet Hook size G [4.50mm]
• Large-eyed Blunt Needle
• Pins (optional)

Outside Layer

Ch 5, slip st to first ch to form ring.

Rnd 1: Ch 3, 2 dc in ring. *Ch 2, 3 dc in ring* five more times. Ch 2, slip st to top of beginning ch 3. This is the right side.

Rnds 2-9: Ch 3, dc in each st around, working (dc, ch 2, dc) in spaces. Slip st to top of beginning ch 3.

Rnd 10: Ch 5, * skip one st, dc in next st, ch 2 * around working (dc, ch 2, dc) in each space. Slip st into third ch of beginning ch 5.

Rnds 11-12: Slip st into space, Ch 1, sc in same space. Ch 5, *sc in next space, ch 5* around. Slip st into beginning st.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Inside Layer

Repeat Rnds 1-9 of outside layer. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Assembly

With wrong sides facing, center both layers and pin together if desired. Attach the layers together by stitching through the ch 2 spaces and creating V shaped pockets.

Make a drawstring by chaining to desired length. Fasten off, then weave the drawstring through the sts of Rnd 10 of the outside layer.

Tips & Variations

• Consider adding a thin fabric or felt lining for extra protection of delicate items.
• Add small beads to the ends of the drawstring to prevent it from slipping through the holes and to add decorative detail.
• Use contrasting colors for the inside and outside layers for a decorative effect when the pouch is open.
• If you prefer a firmer pouch, use a slightly tighter hook or a yarn with more body; test gauge and adjust as needed.