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Drawstring Pouch
CrochetBeginner1–2 hours
Free crochet pattern · Bags

Drawstring Pouch

CrochetBeginner1–2 hoursUS & UK terms

A round-bottomed bag that closes with a cord: for gifts, dice, make-up or yarn.

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The pattern

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Stitches used

sc · Single crochetinc · IncreaseBLO · Back loop onlych-sp

You’ll need

  • Cotton yarn: it keeps its shape
  • A hook to match the yarn label
  • Stitch marker and yarn needle

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