Juicy Watermelon Coin Purse Free Pattern

Juicy Watermelon Coin Purse Free Pattern

Introduction

Delight in the charm of summer with this Juicy Watermelon Coin Purse. This vibrant accessory is not only functional for keeping your coins safe but also adds a fun touch to your summer style. Whether you're heading to the beach or just running errands, this cute coin purse is a perfect companion. Plus, it’s a great project for beginners looking to enhance their crochet skills!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn in the following colors:
  • Red (for the watermelon flesh)
  • Green (for the rind)
  • White (for the stripe between the flesh and rind)
  • Black (for the seeds)
• Hook: 3.5 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 16 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches in single crochet
• Other: A zipper for closure and a needle for weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these detailed steps to create your own Juicy Watermelon Coin Purse:

1. Start with the Red Yarn:
   • Make a magic ring.
   • Chain 1 (ch 1), then work 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring.
   • Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first single crochet to close the round.
2. Round 2:
   • Chain 1 (ch 1).
   • Work 2 single crochets in each stitch around (12 stitches total).
   • Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet.
3. Round 3:
   • Chain 1 (ch 1).
   • Work (1 single crochet in the next stitch, 2 single crochets in the next stitch) around (18 stitches total).
   • Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet.
4. Round 4:
   • Chain 1 (ch 1).
   • Work (1 single crochet in the next 2 stitches, 2 single crochets in the next stitch) around (24 stitches total).
   • Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet.
5. Continue Increasing:
   • Continue the pattern of increasing until you have a total of 48 stitches.
6. Switch to White Yarn:
   • Round 9: Chain 1 (ch 1), then single crochet in each stitch around (48 stitches).
   • Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet.
7. Switch to Green Yarn:
   • Round 10-11: Chain 1 (ch 1), then single crochet in each stitch around (48 stitches).
   • Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet.
8. Finish Off:
   • Fasten off the yarn and weave in all ends using a yarn needle.
9. Embroider the Seeds:
   • Using black yarn, embroider small 'V' shapes randomly on the red section to represent watermelon seeds.
10. Assemble the Purse:
    • Fold the crocheted circle in half.
    • Sew the sides together, leaving the top open for the zipper.
    • Attach a zipper to the opening to secure your coins.
11. Optional:
    • Add a small crocheted loop to the top corner for attaching to a keyring.

Congratulations! You have now completed your very own Juicy Watermelon Coin Purse. Enjoy using it or gifting it to a friend!