This charming Granny Square Purse is perfect for carrying all your essentials while adding a touch of vintage flair to your outfit. Ideal for beginners, this project teaches you how to make classic granny squares that can be used for various accessories. Whether you're heading to a craft fair or just out for a casual day, this purse is both functional and stylish.

Granny Square Purse

Materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in your choice of colors (approximately 100 yards of each color)


• Hook: Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook


• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends


• Scissors


• Optional: Lining fabric (for added durability)

Gauge:

To ensure your squares are the correct size, crochet a swatch of 4 granny squares. Each square should measure about 6 inches x 6 inches. If your squares are larger or smaller, adjust your hook size accordingly.

Abbreviations Explained:

• ch: chain


• sl st: slip stitch


• sc: single crochet


• dc: double crochet


• sp: space

Instructions:

Making the Granny Squares:

1. Start with Color A: Make a slip knot and chain 5.


2. Join with a slip stitch to form a ring.


3. Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), then dc 2 more into the ring. Ch 2, (dc 3, ch 2) three times. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. You now have 4 sets of 3 dc and 4 ch-2 spaces.


4. Round 2: Change to Color B. Slip stitch to the first ch-2 space. Ch 3, then (dc 2, ch 2, dc 3) into the same sp. Continue in each ch-2 space around: (dc 3, ch 2, dc 3). Join with sl st to top of ch 3. You should have 4 corners.


5. Round 3: Change to Color C. Repeat the previous round. You should now have a total of 4 rounds of granny squares.

Continue to repeat rounds with various colors until your squares measure approximately 6 inches. Finish off by weaving in any loose yarn ends with a tapestry needle.

Assembling the Purse:

1. Make a total of 8 granny squares (or more for a larger purse).


2. Arrange the squares in a layout that you prefer (like 2 squares wide and 4 squares long).


3. Join the squares together using slip stitches along the edges. Make sure to line up the corners for a neat finish.


4. Once all squares are joined, fold the purse in half (right sides together) and seam the sides together, leaving the top open.


5. Optional: Sew a lining fabric to the inside of the purse for added durability, if desired.

Finishing Tips:

• Weave in any remaining ends using a tapestry needle.


• Block your purse to help reshape and smooth out the squares.


• Add a strap using either a long chain of yarn or a pre-made strap for convenience.

Optional Variations:

• Experiment with different color combinations for a personalized touch.


• Add embellishments such as buttons or beads to enhance the design.

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