Create your own charming and practical mini wallet with this fantastic crochet pattern! Inspired by a detailed tutorial from “Yasmin Nazmy,” this design is a wonderful way to use up small amounts of leftover yarn. This compact and sturdy purse features a beautiful popcorn stitch texture, making it both a fun project and a stylish accessory for holding coins, cards, or other small essentials.
Skill Level: Intermediate (familiarity with popcorn stitches recommended)
Finished Size (Approximate):
- Varies based on yarn, hook, and tension. The finished wallet is approximately 60-100 grams.
- The main body is based on 16 stitches, and the sides are 4 stitches wide.
Materials You’ll Need:
- Yarn: Approximately 60-100 grams of leftover yarn.
- The video uses a fine thread, but you can use any durable yarn that creates a firm fabric, such as cotton, cotton blend, or acrylic.
- Crochet Hook:
- A hook size appropriate for your yarn for the main body (e.g., 4.0 mm).
- A smaller hook for the popcorn stitch rows (e.g., 3.0 mm).
- Using a smaller hook for the textured part ensures the stitches are tight and the wallet holds its shape.
- Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends and seaming.
- Scissors
- Stitch Marker (Optional): To mark the beginning of rows.
- Button, Snap, or Zipper (Optional): For wallet closure.
Gauge (Crucial for Wallet Structure!):
Achieving a very firm, dense fabric is crucial for this wallet to hold its shape and be durable. Work a swatch to ensure your stitches are tight with no visible gaps. If your fabric is too loose, go down a hook size.
Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms):
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- Popcorn St: Popcorn Stitch (Work 5 dc into the same stitch. Drop the loop from your hook. Insert your hook into the first dc of the 5-dc group. Grab the dropped loop with your hook and pull it through the stitch. Ch 1 to close the stitch.)
- st(s): stitch(es)
- FO: Fasten off
Let’s Crochet Your Cute Mini Wallet!
This wallet is constructed by creating a main body that will be folded, and two small side panels. The key to the design is the beautiful popcorn stitch texture.
Part 1: The Main Wallet Body (Main Yarn Color)
This long, rectangular piece forms the front, back, and flap of your wallet.
- Ch 16. (Adjust this chain length for a wider or narrower wallet).
- Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
- Rows 2 – 30: Sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
- This section forms the smooth, sturdy base of the wallet.
- Popcorn Section – Rows 31 – 35 (Switch to a smaller hook, e.g., 3.0 mm):
- Row 31: Ch 1, turn. Sc in first st. Popcorn St in next st, sc in next st. Repeat from * to * across. Ch 1, turn. (8 popcorn sts, 7 sc)
- Row 32: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each sc and in the top of each popcorn st across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
- Row 33: Ch 1, turn. Sc in first st. Popcorn St in next st, sc in next st. Repeat from * to * across. Ch 1, turn. (8 popcorn sts, 7 sc)
- Rows 34 – 35: Repeat Rows 32 and 33.
- The video shows five rows of popcorn stitches, so you will repeat the pattern rows as needed to achieve your desired look.
- Finishing Section – Rows 36 – 37 (Switch back to your main hook):
- Row 36: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
- Row 37: Sc in each st across.
- These rows create a clean edge and the flap of the wallet.
FO, leaving a very long tail for seaming.
Part 2: The Side Panels (Make 2 – Main Yarn Color)
These small, rectangular pieces give the wallet its depth.
- Ch 5. (Adjust this chain length for a wider or narrower side panel/wallet depth).
- Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (4 sc)
- Rows 2 – 10: Sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (4 sc)
- The video specifies 10 rows of 4 single crochet stitches for each side piece.
FO, leaving a long tail for seaming.
Part 3: Assembly
- Fold the Main Body: Fold your main wallet body so that the popcorn stitch section is on the outside (this will be the front of your wallet). The sc rows at the bottom will form the base, and the final sc rows will form the flap.
- Seam the Sides:
- Take one of your side panels.
- Using a tapestry needle and the long tail from the side panel, sew it to the corresponding side of the main body. Start at the bottom corner and work your way up the side.
- Repeat for the second side panel on the other side of the wallet.
- Weave in all ends: Use your tapestry needle to neatly weave in any remaining loose yarn tails.
Part 4: Finishing Touches (Optional)
- Add a Closure:
- Button & Loop: Sew a button onto the front of the wallet. Create a small chain loop (ch 5-10) at the end of the flap and use it to close the wallet around the button.
- Magnetic Snap: Sew a magnetic snap to the underside of the flap and the corresponding position on the front of the wallet.
- Zipper: For a more secure closure, you can hand-sew a zipper into the wallet opening.
Video tutorial
Versatile Uses for Your Crocheted Mini Wallet:
- Everyday Wallet: Perfect for carrying your essential cards, cash, and ID.
- Coin Purse: Ideal for loose change.
- Small Pouch: Use for earbuds, lip balm, or other small items.
- Gift: A thoughtful and impressive handmade gift, especially since it’s made with love and leftover yarn!
Customization & Tips:
- Color Play: This is a perfect project for color blocking! Use different colors for the main body and the popcorn stitch section, or even create stripes with your leftover yarn.
- Size Adjustment:
- Larger Wallet: Increase the initial chain count for the main body and the number of rows for both the main body and the side panels.
- Smaller Wallet: Decrease the initial chain count and the number of rows.
- Stitch Variation: You could substitute the popcorn stitch with other textured stitches like the bobble stitch or even a different color for a contrast.
Enjoy crocheting your own beautiful, practical, and unique mini wallet! It’s a fantastic way to turn small scraps of yarn into a wonderful, functional accessory.
