Zipper Pouch *with lining* (made of t-shirt yarn!)
Greetings crochet enthusiasts! Julie here from Hands of Zeal (@handsofzeal on IG). I’m thrilled to introduce my latest creation: a fabulous t-shirt yarn zipper pouch that seamlessly blends style and functionality. Crafted with love and precision, this innovative design marries the art of crochet with the versatility of upcycled materials. The result? A CHIC + ECO-FRIENDLY accessory that promises to be your new favorite companion for carrying essentials. Whether you’re on-the-go or simply looking to add a touch of handmade charm to your ensemble, this pouch is sure to make a statement. Join me on this crochet journey, as we unravel the secrets behind creating this trendy and practical accessory!
MATERIALS:
- T-shirt yarn or a super bulky weight yarn
- Clover 9.00 mm Amour Crochet Hook
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- 24” zipper
- Fabric for lining
- Needle and thread
ABBREVIATIONS:
- Ch – chain
- Sc – single crochet
- Hdc – half double crochet
- Dc – double crochet
- Tr – triple crochet
- St – stitch
- Sk – skip
- Sc2tog – single crochet 2 together
- Sc3tog – single crochet 3 together
- Tr2tog – triple crochet 2 together
- Tr3tog – triple crochet 3 together
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Make two panels
- With red, ch 26
Row 1: 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across. Turn. (24 sc)
Row 2: Ch 1 (count as 1 sc), sk 1 st, *1 hdc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st, 3 tr into the next st, 1 dc in the next st, 1 hdc in the next st, 1 sc into the next st; repeat from * to the end. Change to color orange. Turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sk 1 st, 1 sc into the next st (count as sc2tog), 1 sc into each of the next 2 sts, *3 sc into the next st, 1 sc into each of the next 2 sts, over the next 3 sts work sc3tog, 1 sc into each of the next 2 sts; repeat from * to the last 5 sts, 3 sc into the next st, 1 sc into each of the next 2 sts, over the last 2 sts work sc2tog, sk the turning ch. Turn.
Row 4: Repeat Row 3 Change to color blue.
Row 5: Ch 4, sk 1 st, 1 tr into the next st (count as tr2tog), *1 dc into the next st, 1 hdc into the next st, 1 sc into the next st, 1 hdc into the next st, 1 dc into the next st**, over the next 3 sts work tr3tog; rep from * ending last repeat at **, over the last 2 sts work tr2tog, sk turning ch. Turn.
Row 6: Ch 1 (count as 1 sc), sk 1 st, 1 sc into the next st and each st to the end. Change to color gray.
Row 7: Repeat Row 6 Change color to red.
Row 8-13: Repeat Rows 2 through 7
Finish this part off. Weave in ends.
Choose your border color (I chose gray)!
Attach your yarn in any corner st and ch 1 (does not count as a sc).
Round 1: *3 sc in the corner st, 1 sc in each st across to the next corner.* Repeat all the way around, ending with a sl st to the first sc.
*Please note: when working along the sides of the pieces, just sc as evenly as possible.
Finish this part off. Weave in ends.
Now place the front and back of bag on top of each other (right sides together). Whip st the pieces together along the bottom only.
If you are planning on lining the bag, cut your fabric piece to the size of the bag. Fold and iron the edges in and set in place using pins. Grab a needle and thread and do a simple sewing stitch around the entire piece.
Now fold the piece in half and along each side of the bag you are going to join your border color yarn and sc the two pieces together. *Make sure you do both sides.
Now take your zipper and hand sew it in place. You can also add a cute key chain or tassel to the zipper for some extra flair!
Thank you for creating this zipper pouch with me! I hope it makes life a little bit more convenient for you. Be sure to tag me on social media (@handsofzeal) once you’re done and I can’t wait to see your finished products!
– Julie Likley 🙂
