I am absolutely in love with this Crochet Zippered Coin Purse tutorial from Chompu Handicrafts, and I could not wait to share it with you. What makes this little purse so remarkable is the way the diagonal texture stitches create a softly sculpted surface that looks far more intricate than the time it actually takes to make.
The Zippered Coin Purse
A Crochet Zippered Coin Purse sits right at the intersection of practical and precious. This one is worked in crisp white cotton with a deep burgundy zipper that catches the light with its gold teeth, giving the whole piece an airy yet structured quality that feels almost vintage in the best possible way. It is the kind of small object you slip into a larger bag and feel quietly pleased about every single time your fingers find it. Made for anyone who believes that everyday things deserve to be beautiful, this purse is small in size but rich in feeling.
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White is the obvious starting point because it makes the textured stitch pattern really pop, but imagine this same Crochet Zippered Coin Purse worked in dusty sage, warm terracotta, or a deep navy with a contrasting brass zipper. It pairs easily with linen tote bags, structured handbags, or tucked into a coat pocket for a Saturday morning market trip. The colour combinations are genuinely endless and even a single skein gives you room to experiment.
Materials and Tools
For this project you will want a smooth DK weight cotton yarn, which is what gives the finished Crochet Zippered Coin Purse its clean stitch definition and the slightly firm, structured body that holds its shape so well. Cotton in DK weight works beautifully at a 3.5mm hook, which is the size used in the original tutorial and creates a tight enough fabric to keep small items secure inside. A mercerised cotton will give you a subtle sheen that makes the diagonal texture even more visible and satisfying. You will also need a zipper in your chosen accent colour, a tapestry needle for finishing, and a small gold bead charm if you want to recreate that elegant pull detail visible in the finished piece.
Stitch by Stitch
This purse relies on a small and approachable collection of stitches that build the diagonal relief texture across the fabric.
BULLET:SC (Single Crochet) The foundational stitch that forms the base rows and creates a compact, even fabric structure throughout the purse body.
BULLET:DC (Double Crochet) Used in combination with single crochet to build height variation and create the subtle raised diagonal lines across the surface.
BULLET:BLO (Back Loop Only) Working through the back loop only in select rows gives the piece its signature textured ridging and that softly dimensional quality.
BULLET:SL ST (Slip Stitch) Used to join rounds and create the neat, finished edge along the zipper attachment row without adding extra bulk.
Once you settle into the alternating rhythm of SC and DC worked in BLO, the pattern becomes genuinely meditative, the kind of repetitive motion that quiets the mind while the fabric grows steadily in your hands.
Construction
The Crochet Zippered Coin Purse is worked as a flat rectangular panel, beginning with a foundation chain and building upward in rows to create a piece wide enough to fold or to stitch into a two-sided pouch. The zipper is then attached directly to the top edge using slip stitches worked carefully through both the crochet fabric and the zipper tape, which sounds more intimidating than it actually is once you see it done in the video tutorial. The full step-by-step process, including the zipper attachment method, is demonstrated clearly by Chompu Handicrafts and that is absolutely the resource to follow for the complete written and visual pattern. For a customisation idea, try working the two sides of the purse in slightly different complementary shades to create a tonal two-tone effect when the purse is open.
Wearing Your Zippered Coin Purse
Tuck this little Crochet Zippered Coin Purse into your everyday bag to hold cards, lip balm, and folded notes, and you will find yourself reaching for it with a small surge of satisfaction every time. It also makes a beautiful gift pouch filled with a folded piece of jewellery or a few carefully chosen tea bags. Finishing this project will make you want to immediately cast on another one in a new colour.
Keeping Your Coin Purse Fresh and Beautiful
Cotton is wonderfully practical and this purse can be gently hand washed in cool water with a mild detergent when it needs refreshing. Lay it flat on a clean towel to dry rather than hanging it, which helps it keep its rectangular shape without distorting the stitch work. If the fabric looks a little uneven after washing, a light press with a cool iron through a damp cloth will smooth everything beautifully. Store it open or lightly stuffed with a small piece of tissue paper to help it hold its shape between uses.
Every Crochet Zippered Coin Purse you make is a small act of choosing beauty and intention in an ordinary day, and that is something genuinely worth celebrating. Save this article to your handmade accessories board on Pinterest and share your finished purse so we can all admire your colour choices.
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Tutorial and photos of this zippered coin purse by: Chompu Handicrafts.
