Today's pattern cleverly transforms basic crochet stitches into a cute, spiky fish-shaped bag sure to make you smile. With its charming lips and vibrant colors, this crochet pouch pattern is more than just a pouch; it’s a conversation starter! The 3D spikes and little fins make it look lively, while the handy strap ensures its practical use. Perfect for holding small treasures or simply showcasing your crochet skills!
Crochet Pufferfish Pouch Pattern
Crochet Your Pufferfish Pouch
Materials Needed:
- Yarn in 4 colors (preferably 5 blme moton)
- Crochet hook (3.5 mm or 4 mm)
- 10 or 12 mm safety eyes
- Hot glue gun or multi-purpose glue
- Needles and scissors
- Stitch markers
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- st: stitch
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- tr: triple crochet
- inc: increase (2 stitches in the same stitch)
- yo: yarn over
Step by step Instruction
Body:
- Round 1:
- Start with a slip knot and chain 12.
- Skip the first two chains, make 2 dc in the third chain.
- 1 dc in each of the next 8 chains.
- 3 dc in the last chain.
- Continue on the other side of the chains: 1 dc in each of the next 8 chains.
- 1 dc in the last stitch, ending with a slip stitch (22 dc total).
- Round 2:
- Ch 2, make 2 dc in the first stitch (dc increase) for 2 stitches.
- 1 dc in each of the next 8 stitches.
- Make 2 dc in the next 3 stitches.
- 1 dc in each of the next 8 stitches.
- 2 dc in the last stitch. Change color to yellow before the slip stitch (34 dc total).
- Round 3:
- Ch 2, 1 dc in the first stitch, 2 dc in the next (repeat this for 2 stitches).
- 1 dc in each of the next 8 stitches.
- Repeat the pattern (1 dc, 2 dc) for 3 stitches.
- 1 dc in each of the next 8 stitches.
- 1 dc and 2 dc in the last stitch. (34 dc total).
- Round 4:
- Ch 2, 1 dc in each stitch. Slip stitch to complete.
- Round 5: Spikes
- Ch 1, sc in the first four stitches, change color to blue at the fourth.
- Make 1 tr, changing to yellow for the last pull-through. Continue round.
- Round 6:
- Ch 2, 1 dc in each stitch.
- Round 7: Spikes
- Similar to Round 5, but positioned between spikes of the previous round. Start with 1 sc then 1 tr, repeat pattern.
- Rounds 8-11:
- Continue alternating between rounds of double crochets and rounds with spikes as described above.
Mouth and Eyes:
- Create a small loop with pink yarn for the mouth and attach it using glue.
- Attach safety eyes on the head part.
Fin:
- Chain 5, skip 2 and make 1 dc in the next 3 chains.
- Cut a long tail for sewing.
Strap:
- Chain 70 for the strap.
- Weave in and out through stitches around the top edge.
Final Assembling:
- Sew the fins on round 5 and 6 of the body.
- Insert the strap through the loops at the top and secure.
This guide provides you with a comprehensive pattern to create your own puffer fish pouch based on the video tutorial. Enjoy your crocheting!
