Bags Learn How to Crochet a Handy Pouch: Free Pattern Updated April 29, 2026 This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, I may earn a small commission. Click to see full details of my Privacy Policy. Pin it now, make later!130Shares Learn how to crochet a handy pouch with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial for both right and left-handed. The Elina Pouch is the perfect little companion to the Sundown Market Bag pattern, and it’s really quick and easy to make! With its simple stitches, you can make this crochet pouch in as little as a few hours.TABLE OF CONTENTS1. Pattern Use Ideas2. Materials & Tools3. Where to Shop Yarn4. Pattern Notes5. Gauge & Size6. Convert Pattern Terms7. Terms & Abbreviations8. PDF Pattern9. Free Crochet Pattern: Elina Pouch10. Pouch11. Draw String12. Assembly13. Video Tutorials14. Right-handed15. Left-handed16. Crochet Patterns To Try NextVIEW MORE▼ Pattern Use Ideas This versatile, handy crochet pouch can be used for so many things! And they also make great gifts! Phone Sunglasses/Glasses Handcream Suncream Handbag Essentials Materials & Tools Yarn: Paintbox Cotton Aran, 100% Cotton, 50g (1.8oz), 85m (93yds), Blush Pink 654 (1 ball) Hook: 4mm (US G-6) Scissors Darning Needle Stitch Marker Where to Shop Yarn Wool Warehouse we crochet Mary maxium love crafts Herrschners Pattern Notes Written in UK terms but switchable to US terms below Skill level: Intermediate This pouch is made from the bottom up. Initially, you will work on both sides of the chain before working in rounds. Rounds 1-7 are worked in continuous rounds without joining. Gauge & Size Gauge: Round 1-8 of the pouch should measure approx. 12.5cm (W) X 4.5cm (H) 4.5inch (W) X 1.75inch (H) Completed size: 12.5cm (W) X 21.5cm (H) 4.5inch (W) X 8inch (H) Convert Pattern Terms Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version. view in UK terms view in US terms Terms & Abbreviations Stitch(s): st(s) Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over pull through stitch and loop on hook Chain (ch) : Yarn over, pull through Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops. Half Treble Crochet(s): htr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining three loops. How to Crochet: A Handy Reference Guide EBook Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. Learn more about the eBook here. PDF Pattern etsy Bella coco crochet ravelry Free Crochet Pattern: Elina Pouch You are viewing this pattern in UK terms. Pouch Chain 21 Round 1: Dc in second ch from hook. Dc in next 19 chs. 2 dc in last ch. Rotate work to work into the underside of the ch. Dc in next 19 chs, 2 dc in last st. [42 sts] Round 2-7: Dc in each st around. Round 8: Dc in each st around. Join with ss to first st. Round 9: Ch 1 (does not count at st here or throughout), dc in first st. *Ch 3, skip 2 sts, dc; repeat from * twelve more times. Ch3, skip 2 sts, join with ss in first dc. Round 10: Ss in next ch-3 sp. *Ch 3, dc in next ch-3 sp; repeat from * twelve more times. Ch 3, join with ss in first ss. Round 11-23: Repeat Round 10. Round 24: Ch1, dc in first st. *2 dc in ch-3 sp, dc in next st; repeat from * twelve more times. 2 dc in next ch-3 sp. Join with ss. [42 sts] Round 25-26: Ch1, dc in first st and around. Join with ss in first st. Round 27: Ss into next st and ch1, htr in first 4 sts, ch1, skip a st. Htr in next 4 sts, ch1, skip a st. Htr in next 6 sts, ch 1, skip a st. *Htr in next 4 sts, ch1, skip a st; repeat from * four more times. Join with ss in first st. Round 28: Ch1, *dc in next 4 sts, dc in ch-1 sp; repeat from * once more. Dc in next 6 sts, dc in ch-1 sp. *dc in next 4 sts, dc in ch-1 sp; repeat from * four more times. Join with ss in first st. Fasten off. Draw String Ch81 Working in the back bump of the st, dc in 2nd ch from hook and across until you have one st remaining. Ss in remaining chain. Fasten off. Assembly Please note: The front of the pouch is the side where you have 6 stitches between the gaps instead of 4. The two gaps either side of these stitches will be referred to as the ‘right gap’ and ‘left gap’ With the front of the pouch facing you insert the draw string through the right gap from outside to inside. Working in an anti-clockwise motion, continue to weave the draw string in and out of the work until you reach the left gap. Video Tutorials Right-handed Or watch on YouTube Left-handed Or you can watch on YouTube Crochet Patterns To Try Next Sundown Market Bag Daisychain Bookmark Granny Square Tote Bag Drawstring Bag Infinity Scarf I always love to see your makes so if you try any of my patterns or follow my stitch tutorials please tag me @bellacococrochet or use the #bellacococrochet sarah-jayne KEEP ON making Don’t miss a thing! Sign up to our newsletter, grab a cuppa and find out about the latest posts and projects. First name Email address Thanks! Please check your inbox (and junk) to confirm your subscription! Pin it now, make later!130Shares Further Reading... Free Crochet Bag Pattern – Oh For Fox Sake Tote April 18, 2023 How to Crochet a Seamless Beach Bag April 18, 2023 Learn How to Crochet a Summer Bag: Sharma Bag August 2, 2025 No Comments Leave a Reply Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
