Unicorn Circle Purse Crochet Pattern
It’s that time of year again – summer is coming to a close, and back to school shopping is in full swing! This unicorn circle purse is not only part of a hot new trend this year (circle purses in general), but it’s also made to look like a unicorn! What a great accessory for the student in your life! It’s an awesome handmade present for back to school time, but moms and adults can enjoy this cute little bag, too!
I noticed that circle purses seem to be very popular right now, and why not? They’re practical but also cute and unique! So when trying to think of a fun, Crafty Kitty Crochet twist on the idea, I of course immediately thought of a unicorn face!
You may have already guessed that I love designing magical creatures. So many of my patterns are based on Mermaids and Unicorns! My Mermaid Hat, Scarf, and Unicorn Plush are just a few that come to mind. I’ve decided to indulge my magical side and make more cute mythical creatures – so if you love crocheting critters like these too, then stay tuned for lots more patterns like this one!
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The purse is made using a unique and easy to work with yarn called Bernat Maker Outdoor. Don’t let the name fool you – this yarn is great for indoor projects too! It has a springy, thick texture but is still soft and cozy to work with. It’s perfect as purse material!
I also went with an old favorite for this pattern – Bernat Baby Coordinates. The flower mane is made using one of my all time favorite colorways, Cotton Candy (find some on Amazon HERE
I also found some odds and ends at my local Jo-Ann’s to top off the purse, including purse rings by Everything Mary, and a gorgeous rainbow strap that was just made for unicorns! You can similar rings on Amazon HERE
You can also customize your purse and crochet the strap using your Maker Outdoor yarn instead of buying one. I would just recommend using a smaller hook size than the one the pattern calls for so that the stitches are nice and tight, and stretch less over time!
And you could really mix things up and make this into a backpack instead of a purse! Now there’s another one-of-a-kind back to school idea! The possibilities are endless – so don’t be afraid to get creative and add your own touches!
So who’s ready to begin this magical journey into our Unicorn Purse Pattern? I know I am – let’s go!
Supplies
I/9 5.25 mm crochet hook
G/6 4.25 mm crochet hook
1 skein of Bernat Maker Outdoor in Fresh White
1 skein each of Bernat Baby Coordinates in Baby Pink and Cotton Candy
Small amounts of Caron One Pound in Black (for eyes) and in White (for sewing onto zipper)
10 inch zipper
Purse Rings
Purse Strap
Yarn Needle (with sharp point for sewing through Zipper)
Scissors
Abbreviations
[] = indicates a separate section of instructions
beg = beginning
BLO = back loop only
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
rem = remaining
rep = repeat
rnd(s) = round(s)
sc = single crochet
st(s) = stitch(es)
Gauge
Exact gauge is not essential to this project.
Size
About 8” in length and width, laying flat (purse portion – not including mane, horn, and strap)
Notes
The Blanket Stitch is used to sew around the Zipper in this pattern, To make the Blanket Stitch, insert yarn needle into piece and insert back through loop before pulling all the way through (Zipper section includes photos) to make a stitch along the edge of the piece.
Instructions
Purse/Face (make 2)
This piece is worked in continuous rnds. Do not join. You may wish to use a stitch marker and move it up and the beg of each new rnd.
Rnd 1 – with Fresh White and I hook, make a magic ring. 6 sc in ring (6 sc)
Rnd 2 – 2 sc in each st around (12 sc)
Rnd 3 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next st; rep around (18 sc)
Rnd 4 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts; rep around (24 sc)
Rnd 5 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts; rep around (30 sc)
Rnd 6 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts; rep around (36 sc)
Rnd 7 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next 5 sts; rep around (42 sc)
Rnd 8 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next 6 sts; rep around (48 sc)
Rnd 9 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next 7 sts; rep around (54 sc)
Rnd 10 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next 8 sts; rep around (60 sc)
Rnd 11 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next 9 sts; rep around (66 sc)
Rnd 12 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next 10 sts; rep around (72 sc)
Rnd 13 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next 11 sts; rep around (78 sc)
Rnd 14 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next 12 sts; rep around (84 sc)
Rnd 15 – 2 sc in next st, sc in next 13 sts; rep around (90 sc)
Rnd 16 – Ch 1. Working in BLO, dc in next 89 sts. Hdc in last st. (90 sts)
Rnds 17 – 20 – sc in each st around. (90 sc per rnd)
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.
Flower (make 4)
With Cotton Candy and G hook, Ch 20.
Row 1 – 2 dc in 3rd ch from hook and in each st across. Ch 2, turn (36 dc)
Row 2 – 2 dc in first st, dc in next; rep across. Ch 2, turn (54 dc)
Row 3 – 2 dc in first st, dc in next 2 sts; rep across. (72 dc)
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.
On three Flowers, roll long strip up to make flower shape; sew in place. Leave rem tail for sewing to purse. Leave rem Flower unsewn.
Ear (make 2)
With Fresh White and I hook, Ch 6.
Row 1 – hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each st across. Ch 1, turn (5 hdc)
Rows 2 – 3 – hdc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. Do not ch 1 at end of Row 3 (5 hdc per rnd)
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.
Horn
This piece is worked in continuous rnds. Do not join. You may wish to use a stitch marker and move it up and the beg of each new rnd.
Rnd 1 – With Baby Pink and G hook, make a magic ring. 6 sc in ring (6 sc)
Rnd 2 – 2 sc in each st around (12 sc)
Rnds 3 – 6 – sc in each st around. (12 sc per rnd)
Rnd 7 – sc in next 3 sts; 2 sc in next. Rep around. (15 sc)
Rnds 8 – 11 – sc in each st around. (15 sc per rnd)
Rnd 12 – sc in next 3 sts; 2 sc in next. Rep around. (20 sc)
Rnds 13 – 17 – sc in each st around. (20 sc per rnd)
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.
Nose
Rnd 1 – With Baby Pink and G hook, make a magic ring. 6 sc in ring (6 sc)
Rnd 2 – ch 2, turn. 3 dc in next, hdc in next, [sc ch 1 sc] in next st, hdc in next st, 3 dc in next st. Leave rem sts unworked. Ch 3, sl st back into beg magic ring. (6 dc, 2 hdc, 2 sc)
Finishing
Flatten Horn and sew to top of one side of Purse. Sew Ears on either side of Horn. Arrange 3 Flowers around Horn and Ears and sew to Purse. Sew unrolled Flower behind Horn. Sew Nose to center-front of Purse. With Black, sew Eyes on either side of Nose.
With White, sew Blanket Stitch onto both sides of zipper. Sew one side of zipper through sts of one side of Purse, and sew other side of zipper to other side of purse. Be sure to secure each end of zipper securely. Rep sewing blanket stitches to Purse if necessary. Use rem tails from Purse to sew bottom of purse (around zipper) together.
With Fresh White, sew purse rings on sides of Purse. Attach Strap to Purse Rings.
Weave in all ends.
Here is the finished Unicorn Purse!
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Happy Crocheting!
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