Absolutely! 🧶✨
Here’s a clear, beginner-friendly, step-by-step guide for making a crochet wallet / envelope. This project is quick, stylish, and perfect for beginners, and it makes an amazing handmade gift for any occasion.

How to Make a Crochet Wallet / Envelope
Beginner Friendly – An Amazing Handmade Gift!
This crochet wallet is worked in simple stitches, using one flat piece, then folded into an envelope shape. No complicated shaping, no stress—just easy crochet and a beautiful result!
1. What You’ll Need
🧶 Materials
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Yarn:
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Medium (worsted) weight yarn
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Cotton yarn is ideal (strong and neat)
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About 50–70 g
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Crochet hook:
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Size 4 mm–5 mm (G/6–H/8)
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Extras:
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Scissors
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Yarn needle
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Button, snap, or magnetic clasp (optional)
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2. Finished Size (Approximate)
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Width: 18–20 cm (7–8 in)
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Height (folded): 9–10 cm (3.5–4 in)
Perfect for:
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Cash & cards
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Small cosmetics
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Gift cards
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Coins or notes
👉 Easy to resize by adding stitches or rows.

3. Stitches Used (Beginner Level)
You only need to know:
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Chain (ch)
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Single crochet (sc) or half double crochet (hdc)
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Slip stitch (sl st)
That’s it! 🙌
4. Gauge (Not Critical!)
As long as your stitches are tight and even, your wallet will look great.
5. Step-by-Step Instructions
STEP 1: Crochet the Base
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Chain 31 (adjust for width)
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Single crochet (or half double crochet) in the second chain from the hook
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Continue across
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Chain 1, turn
You should have 30 stitches

STEP 2: Build the Body
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Crochet sc (or hdc) in every stitch
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Chain 1, turn at the end of each row
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Continue until the piece measures 28–30 cm (11–12 in) long
💡 This long rectangle will become the envelope.
STEP 3: Create the Envelope Shape
Lay your piece flat:
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Fold the bottom third upward (this forms the pocket)
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Fold the top third downward into a triangle or straight flap
Adjust folds until it looks like an envelope 📩
STEP 4: Sew the Sides
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Thread yarn needle
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Sew both side edges of the pocket only
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Leave the flap free
Weave in ends neatly.
STEP 5: Closure (Optional but Recommended)
Choose one:
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Sew on a button
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Add a snap fastener
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Use a magnetic clasp
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Crochet a loop for a button
👉 Simple closure = polished look!

6. Optional Decorative Flap
For a cute envelope flap:
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Crochet 2–3 rows of decreases at the top center
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Or add picot edging
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Or change color for the flap
7. Beginner Tips 🌱
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Use cotton yarn for structure
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Keep stitches tight so cards don’t slip out
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Count stitches every row
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Block lightly if edges curl
8. Customization Ideas ✨
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Color-block design
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Stripes or textured stitches
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Add lining fabric for luxury feel
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Embroider initials or flowers
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Use metallic button for elegance
9. Why This Makes a Perfect Handmade Gift 💝
✅ Quick to make
✅ Beginner-approved
✅ Budget-friendly
✅ Practical & stylish
✅ Easy to personalize
Perfect for birthdays, holidays, teacher gifts, or party favors.
Final Thoughts
This crochet wallet/envelope is one of those projects that looks impressive but is surprisingly easy. Once you make one, you’ll want to make them in every color!
If you’d like, I can:
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Turn this into a printable pattern
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Make a coin-purse version
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Add a zipper option
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Adjust it for kids or men
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