Enchanted Meadow Broomstick Lace Zipper Pouch Free Pattern

Enchanted Meadow Broomstick Lace Zipper Pouch – Free Crochet Pattern

Carry a piece of whimsical woodland charm with this enchanting broomstick lace zipper pouch. Featuring a lush, textured landscape of loops and a soft, earthy palette of moss green, cream, and terracotta, this unique crochet project beautifully combines vintage lace techniques with modern functionality. Perfect for storing treasures, cosmetics, or crafting supplies, this pouch also makes a thoughtful handmade gift. Let’s dive into this delightful pattern that even beginners can master with a little patience!

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies to ensure a smooth crochet experience:

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in three colors:
  • Moss Green (MC) – approximately 100g
  • Cream (CC1) – approximately 50g
  • Terracotta (CC2) – approximately 50g
• Hook & Tools:
  • 5.0 mm crochet hook
  • 1.0 mm broomstick lace pin (or a large knitting needle as a substitute)
  • Tapestry needle for weaving ends and sewing
  • 8-inch zipper (silver or matching your aesthetic)
• Gauge: 4 broomstick lace clusters (each cluster = 5 loops) = 4 inches wide; 6 rows of broomstick lace = 4 inches tall. Note: Gauge is important for the final size, so check your tension!

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern is worked in two panels (front and back) and then seamed together with a zipper. Each panel uses the broomstick lace technique, where you pull up large loops onto a pin and then crochet them together in groups. Don’t worry if it feels new—follow along closely, and you’ll create beautiful texture in no time.

Front Panel (Worked in Moss Green – MC)

Row 1: Chain 24. Single crochet (sc) in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each chain across. You should have 23 sc stitches.

Row 2 (Broomstick Lace Row): Chain 1 and turn your work. *Insert your hook into the next sc, yarn over and pull up a loop. Carefully place that loop onto your broomstick pin (or knitting needle).* Repeat from * across all 23 sc stitches. You will now have 23 loops resting on your pin.

Row 3 (Closing Row): This is where the magic happens! Insert your hook into the first 5 loops on the pin (working from left to right). Yarn over and pull through all 5 loops on your hook. Chain 1 to secure. Then, work 5 single crochet stitches into the center of the cluster you just formed (around the chain-1 space). *Skip the next 5 loops on the pin, insert your hook into the following 5 loops, yarn over, pull through all 5 loops, chain 1, and work 5 sc into that cluster.* Repeat from * across. Important: Since 23 loops don’t divide evenly by 5, your last cluster will only have 3 loops. Simply work those 3 remaining loops together, then work 3 sc into that final cluster. You will end this row with 4 clusters total.

Row 4: Chain 1 and turn. Work 1 single crochet in each sc across the row. You should have 23 sc stitches again.

Rows 5-12: Repeat Rows 2 through 4 two more times. This will give you a total of 3 broomstick lace rows on your front panel.

Row 13: Chain 1 and turn. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off and set aside.

Back Panel (Worked in Cream – CC1)

Repeat the exact same instructions as the Front Panel, but this time using your Cream yarn (CC1). This will create a beautiful contrast when the pouch is assembled.

Assembly – Seaming and Zipper

Now that both panels are complete, it’s time to bring your pouch together.

Step 1: Seam the Sides
Place the two panels together with right sides facing out (or wrong sides together, depending on the look you prefer—both work beautifully). Using your Moss Green yarn (MC) and your 5.0 mm hook, single crochet around three sides: the bottom edge and both side edges. Leave the top edge open for the zipper. If you seamed with wrong sides together, turn the pouch right side out now.

Step 2: Insert the Zipper
Turn the pouch inside out. Pin the zipper to the top edge of the front panel, ensuring the zipper teeth face inward (toward the inside of the pouch). Using your tapestry needle and matching thread (or a strand of your MC yarn), whip stitch the zipper securely in place along the entire top edge. Repeat this process for the back panel, attaching the other side of the zipper. Take your time here—a neat zipper installation makes all the difference!

Step 3: Finish Up
Turn the pouch right side out through the open zipper. Gently push out the corners to shape the pouch. Weave in all loose ends with your tapestry needle to keep the inside tidy.

Optional Decorative Trim

For a polished, rustic finish, use your Terracotta yarn (CC2) to work a row of reverse single crochet (also known as crab stitch) around the top edge of the pouch, just below the zipper. This adds a pop of earthy color and gives the pouch a professionally finished look. To work crab stitch: with right side facing, insert your hook from front to back in the next stitch to the right, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through both loops on hook. Repeat around.

Weave in this final end, and your Enchanted Meadow Broomstick Lace Zipper Pouch is complete! Admire your handiwork—a bohemian, organic, and cozy accessory that evokes the feeling of a sun-drenched meadow. Enjoy using it or gift it to someone special!