Turn your leftover yarn into something beautiful and practical with this quick crochet pouch pattern!
Made over a pre-sewn canvas base, this stash-busting crochet project transforms simple yarn scraps into a textured, colorful pouch you’ll actually use for makeup, hooks, or travel essentials.
It’s beginner-friendly, fast to finish, and perfect for handmade gifting or keeping for yourself
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A Stash-Busting Crochet Pouch You’ll Actually Use
You know those yarn leftovers you can’t quite throw away? This is their moment to shine.
I made this crochet pouch over a pre-made canvas base, and honestly, it’s one of those projects that feels both clever and satisfying.
No lining, no sewing drama, just instant texture and color play. I call mine a makeup pouch, but I’ve already used it for crochet hooks, travel bits, and even as a mini gift bag. It’s stash-busting that feels useful and a little addictive 🙃
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Do You Need to Sew or Line the Pouch?
Nope! That’s the beauty of this project!
The base is a pre-made canvas pouch, so all the “hard” parts are already done for you. No sewing machine, no fiddly lining, no measuring and cutting fabric.
You simply crochet directly over the pouch, letting the yarn add all the color and texture. It’s one of those rare projects where the setup takes minutes, and you can dive right into the fun part, stitching and watching your design come to life
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What Can You Use It For (Besides Makeup)?
That’s the fun part, pretty much anything! I’ve used mine for crochet hooks, travel minis, pens and markers, even as a little handmade gift bag.
It’s sturdy enough to toss in your tote, yet soft and flexible enough to feel cozy and handmade.
The design adapts beautifully to your needs, just change up the colors and suddenly it feels beachy, cozy, or glam. Once you make one, you’ll start seeing a dozen ways to use (and gift!) the next.
Let’s get to the pattern, shall we? Making the Golden Hour Make-up Pouch
Difficulty
Easy
Materials
Any DK weight #3 cotton or acrylic yarn from your stash in any color or colors ( I used light blue and gold)
For this sample, I used 40 grams
1 Blank Cotton Canvas DIY Craft Zipper Bag/Pouch
Hook: US Size(4 mm)
Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape, Hot glue gun
Gauge
- not relevant
Finished Size
This sample is 5.3” in height X 17” in circumference to accommodate a Blank Cotton Canvas DIY Craft Zipper Bag/ Pouch
Stitch Key
- Ch = Chain
- Sc = Single Crochet
- St = Stitch
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Hdc = Half Double Crochet
- Yo = Yarn over
Specialty Stitch & Technique Key
Cross Cable Stitch = Will be explained in the pattern instructions
Watch the stitch video tutorial
Notes
- This pattern uses US terminology
- Ch2 does count as st at the beginning of each row
- Ch1 at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch
- You can work this pattern with one color or multiple, as you wish- I used two colors
- If changing colors, make sure to have a changing technique and weave your ends in.
- This pattern is worked in rounds, bottom-up
- This pattern uses pattern repeats
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Instructions
Start with color blue – For this size, Ch 28
Round 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook, dc1 in next and across to last ch, dc 1 in same last ch, continue dc 1 around on each st on the opposite side, dc 2 in last st, Slst to 1st st (56 st)
Round 2+3: Ch1, dc 1 in 1st st from hook, 1 in next and around to end of round, Slst to 1st st (56 st)
Round 4: Ch 2, skip 1 st, dc 1 in next 3 st, dc 1 in skipped st, *skip 1 st, dc 1 in next 3 st, dc 1 in skipped st, repeat from * to end of round, Slst to 1st st to close the round
Round 5: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st, sc 1 in next and in each st around, SlSt to 1st stitch to close the round
Change to color gold
Round 6: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st, sc 1 in next and in each st around, SlSt to 1st stitch to close the round
Rounds 7+8: Repeat rounds 4+5
Change back to color blue
Round 9: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st, sc 1 in next and in each st around, SlSt to 1st stitch to close the round
Rounds 10+11: Repeat rounds 4+5
Round 12: Ch 1, hdc 1 in 1st st from hook, hdc 1 in next and in every stitch around, Slst to 1st to close the round
Change to color gold
Round 13: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st, sc 1 in next and in each st around, SlSt to 1st stitch to close the round
Measure the height of your canvas pouch; if you need a row or two more to meet the size.
Last round: (optional)Ch 1, sc 3 in 1st st from hook, skip 2 st, sc 3 in next st,* skip 2, sc 3 in next st, repeat from * around, Slst to 1st st
Finishing
Weave in ends, cut your yarn
Option 1: You can sew the canvas pouch to the crocheted pouch using the tapestry needle ( use a very thin one with thread)
Option 2: You can use the hot glue gun to glue the canvas pouch to the crochet pouch ( be careful not to burn the acrylic yarn)
Option 3: Use fabric glue
Common Questions About the Crochet Makeup Pouch
Do I need a specific kind of pouch?
Not really, any pre-made canvas or cotton zip pouch works! I used a sturdy one with a flat base, but you can easily adapt this pattern for different sizes or shapes. The key is that your hook can slide through or around the edge for easy stitching.
Can I use any yarn from my stash?
Yes! That’s part of the fun. Worsted-weight cotton or acrylic yarns work best because they hold shape nicely, but feel free to experiment. This project is all about mixing textures and colors that make you happy, it’s stash-busting with personality.
Is it beginner-friendly?
Absolutely. If you can chain and double crochet, you can make this pouch. It’s a great “confidence booster” project, no shaping, no counting stress, and no sewing required.
How long does it take to finish?
Most makers can finish it in an afternoon (yes, really). It’s the perfect weekend or “Netflix night” project , quick, relaxing, and satisfying from start to zip.
Can I sell the finished pouches?
Of course! You’re welcome to sell what you make, just credit the pattern source when you do. Handmade gifts or market table stock, these pouches are guaranteed crowd-pleasers.
**This is an original Sandra Regev pattern: Owner /Designer of Sandra Stitches. This pattern may not be redistributed for free, sale, or trade, but finished products can be sold with credit to this shop – enjoy!
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