My Crochet Wallet Pattern is the perfect way to accessorize and keep all your important cards safe! The best part is you can make this crochet wallet in less than an hour.
I’m not a fan of traditional wallets, purses, or even backpacks. I usually hand my I.D. and debit card to my husband to hold in his wallet because I dislike having things in my pockets. Plus, women's clothes rarely have big enough pockets to accommodate a wallet.
Recently, I bought a larger tote bag for my on-the-go crochet supplies, allowing me to carry snacks and other necessities throughout the day—and finally giving me room for a wallet!
Now that I’m the proud owner of a large bag that goes everywhere with me, I can finally have a wallet. And what kind of wallet? A crochet wallet, of course!
Today, I’m excited to show you how to crochet a wallet of your very own. I love crochet wallets because they’re quick to make and can be easily personalized with a crochet appliqué.
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✏️ Things To Note:
- Yarn Type: I used acrylic yarn for the crochet wallet pattern. You can also use cotton yarn.
- Stitch Simplicity: The base of the pattern only calls for single crochet (sc), with no fancy stitches involved.
- Finished Size: The finished wallet measures about 3 inches tall and 4 inches wide.
🪡 Materials Needed
- Small ball of sage green yarn
- 4mm hook
- Tapestry needle for weaving in the ends
- Velcro or button for closure
- Sewing thread and needle for button/velcro.
💭 Abbreviations to Remember (US Terms)
- Single crochet (sc)
- Chains (ch)
🧋 Variations
You can add different appliques to the top of the wallet, and even switch out the stitch you are using to create more variation.
🍵 Instructions for Crochet Wallet
This pattern is worked in rows.
Row 1: Ch x64 (64) + 1 turning ch (never work in the turning chains, just skip those in the next row)
Row 2: Starting in the second ch from hook, sc in every stitch (64). Then ch x1 and turn.
Row 3-13: Sc in every stitch (64). Then ch x1 and turn
Row 14-28: Sc x16 (16). Then ch x1 and turn. After all the rows are done, fasten off and weave in the tail.
Now that the base of the wallet is done, it is time to fold it and sew it into a wallet!
Lay the piece flat so that the long portion of the wallet is at the bottom, and the shorter rows are in the upper right.
From left to right, fold the bottom portion of the wallet 3 times so that there are 4 walls to the wallet and then ultimately you end up with 3 pockets.
First fold.
Second fold.
Third fold.
With yarn and tapestry needle, sew alongside the edges being careful not to sew too far into the wallet that it makes it harder to insert cards.
Once the wallet is sewn together, you can leave it as is or you can add an applique to the top to give it some personality.
To close the wallet. You can either sew a button on or velcro (which is what I did) for secure closing and opening. Use the sewing thread and needle for this part.
As you can see the crochet wallet design is fairly simple and can be completed pretty fast.
🐌Expert Tips
- Choose Your Yarn Wisely: For a sturdier wallet, consider using a cotton yarn, as it offers more durability than acrylic.
- Customize the Size: If you want a larger wallet, simply increase the starting chains. Adjust the number of chains based on how many pockets you desire (e.g., 48 chains for two pockets, 32 chains for one).
- Explore Stitch Options: Feel free to experiment with other stitches. Adding a few double crochets (dc) can give your wallet a unique texture.
- Finishing Touches: Consider using decorative stitches around the edges to enhance the wallet's appearance and add a personalized touch.
🧵 Pattern FAQs
Yes, you can adjust the number of chains to create a wallet with fewer pockets. For a two-pocket wallet, chain 48; for one pocket, chain 32.
Absolutely! This is a base pattern that can be customized to your preferences.
Yes, you can enlarge the wallet by increasing the number of starting chains. The end shape should remain the same, just enlarged.
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Crochet Wallet Pattern
Materials
Abbreviations (US terms)
- sc = Single crochet
- ch = Chain
Notes
Instructions
- This pattern is made in rows.
- Row 1: Ch x64 (64) + 1 turning ch (never work in the turning chains, just skip those in the next row)
- Row 2: Starting in the second ch from hook, sc in every stitch (64). Ch x1 and turn.
- Row 3-13: Sc in every stitch (64). Ch x1 and turn
- Row 14-28: Sc x16 (16). Ch x1 and turn. After all the rows are done, fasten off and weave in the tail.
- Now that the base of the wallet is done, it is time to fold it and sew it into a wallet!
- Lay the piece flat so that the long portion of the wallet is at the bottom, and the shorter rows are in the upper right.
- From left to right, fold the bottom portion of the wallet 3 times so that there are 4 walls to the wallet and ultimately you end up with 3 pockets. With yarn and tapestry needle, sew alongside the edges being careful not to sew too far into the wallet that it makes it harder to insert cards.
- Once the wallet is sewn together, you can leave it as is or you can add an applique to the top to give it some personality.
- To close the wallet. You can either sew a button on or velcro (which is what I did) for secure closing and opening. Use the sewing thread and needle for this part.
- As you can see the crochet wallet design is fairly simple and can be completed fairly fast.
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