The Whispering Willow Coin Purse: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Textured, Leaf-Stitched Mini Pouch

The Whispering Willow Coin Purse: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Textured, Leaf-Stitched Mini Pouch

Craft a charming, nature-inspired coin purse with a unique leaf stitch texture and a soft, earthy color palette. This quick project is perfect for using up small amounts of yarn and makes a delightful handmade gift. The textured leaf stitch creates a beautiful, organic pattern that mimics the delicate leaves of a willow tree, giving your purse a whimsical, woodland feel. Whether you're a beginner looking for a satisfying project or an experienced crocheter seeking a quick, mindful make, this pattern is designed to be both enjoyable and rewarding.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn (e.g., Lily Sugar 'n Cream) in two colors:
  • Main Color (MC): Sage Green – approximately 50 yards
  • Contrast Color (CC): Cream – approximately 10 yards
• Hook: US G/6 (4.0 mm) crochet hook
• Other: Stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors, one ½-inch (12 mm) button (wooden recommended)
• Gauge: 16 sc x 18 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in single crochet

Step-by-Step Instructions

Notes

• Worked in continuous rounds (spiral) unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round.
• Leaf Stitch: (dc, ch 1, dc) all in the same stitch. This creates a small, raised leaf motif.
• Ch 1 at the beginning of a row does not count as a stitch.

Purse Body (make 2 identical pieces)

With MC, ch 11.

• Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (10 sc)
• Row 2: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across. (10 sc)
• Row 3: Ch 1, turn. Sc in first st, *sk next st, (dc, ch 1, dc) in next st (leaf stitch made), sk next st, sc in next st; repeat from * across. (2 leaf stitches, 3 sc)
• Row 4: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st and ch-1 space across. (10 sc)
• Row 5: Ch 1, turn. Sc in first 2 sts, *leaf stitch in next st, sc in next 3 sts; repeat from * across. (2 leaf stitches, 4 sc)
• Row 6: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st and ch-1 space across. (10 sc)
• Rows 7-10: Repeat Rows 3-6 twice more. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Purse Flap

With MC, ch 11.

• Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (10 sc)
• Row 2: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across. (10 sc)
• Row 3: Ch 1, turn. Sc in first st, *leaf stitch in next st, sc in next 3 sts; repeat from * across. (2 leaf stitches, 4 sc)
• Row 4: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st and ch-1 space across. (10 sc)
• Row 5: Ch 1, turn. Sc in first 2 sts, *leaf stitch in next st, sc in next 3 sts; repeat from * across. (2 leaf stitches, 4 sc)
• Row 6: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st and ch-1 space across. (10 sc)
• Rows 7-8: Repeat Rows 3-4. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Assembly

1. Sew the body: Place the two purse body pieces together with wrong sides facing. Using the long tail from one piece, sew the bottom and side seams together using a whip stitch. Leave the top open.
2. Attach the flap: Attach the flap to the back of the purse body (the side opposite the opening). Line up the bottom edge of the flap with the top edge of the back piece. Using the long tail from the flap, sew the flap in place with a whip stitch.
3. Button Loop: With CC, ch 12. Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew the ends of the chain to the center of the flap's front edge to create a loop.
4. Button: Sew a button to the front of the purse body, centered under the button loop.
5. Edging (optional): With CC, sc evenly around the top edge of the purse body and the flap for a finished look. Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Your Whispering Willow Coin Purse is now complete! Enjoy your beautiful, textured creation—perfect for holding coins, earbuds, or small treasures.