🧵 TUTORIAL: MINI CROCHET KEY HOLDER PURSE

Sure! Here is a detailed tutorial on how to make a Mini Crochet Key Holder Purse – great for beginners and a fun, quick project for anyone who enjoys crocheting. This small accessory is perfect for holding keys, coins, or even small earbuds, and makes a thoughtful handmade gift.

🧵 TUTORIAL: MINI CROCHET KEY HOLDER PURSE

✨ Project Overview:

• Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate

• Time Required: 1 to 2 hours

• Techniques Used: Magic ring, single crochet, increase, decrease, slip stitch

• Size: Approx. 2.5 to 3 inches (can be adjusted)

🧶 Materials Needed:

• Yarn: Cotton or acrylic yarn (DK or worsted weight)

  • You can choose any color(s) you like.

• Crochet Hook: 3.0mm to 4.0mm (depending on your yarn weight)

• Key Ring or Lobster Clasp

• Zipper or Button (Optional): For closure

• Yarn Needle: For weaving in ends

• Scissors

• Stitch Marker (optional)

📏 Abbreviations (US Terms):

🧩 Instructions:

🔹 STEP 1: Start the Base (in the round)

1. Create a Magic Ring, and make 6 SC into the ring.
   (6 sts)

2. Round 2: INC in each stitch around.
   (12 sts)

3. Round 3: (SC in next st, INC in next st) repeat around.
   (18 sts)

4. Round 4: (SC in next 2 sts, INC) repeat around.
   (24 sts)

5. Round 5: (SC in next 3 sts, INC) repeat around.
   (30 sts)
   (You can stop increasing here, or continue a few more rounds depending on how wide you want the purse.)

🔹 STEP 2: Build the Body

6. Rounds 6–12: SC in each stitch around without increasing.
   (Work in a spiral or join each round with a SL ST)

   • You can add stripes or color changes here if desired.

   • Adjust the number of rounds for height.

🔹 STEP 3: Shape the Flap

7. Row 1: SC in next 15 stitches, turn.
   (Working flat now, not in the round)

8. Row 2: DEC, SC across to last 2 stitches, DEC, turn.

9. Row 3–5: Repeat Row 2 until 5–6 stitches remain.

10. Row 6: SC across.

11. Optional: CH 5 to form a button loop, then SL ST to last stitch.

🔹 STEP 4: Finishing

12. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

13. Sew in ends with a yarn needle.

14. Attach a button if you made a loop, or sew in a small zipper or snap.

15. Sew or crochet a loop or ring holder at the top of the back of the purse.

    • Example: CH 10, join with SL ST to form a loop, then sew securely.

16. Attach to your key ring or lobster clasp.

🎨 Customization Ideas:

• Add a small flower or appliqué to the front.

• Embroider initials.

• Use variegated yarn for a colorful look.

• Line the inside with fabric for a neater finish.

🧺 Care Instructions:

• Hand wash in cold water, lay flat to dry.

• If acrylic, it’s generally machine washable – but avoid heat.

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