I love this free crochet flower purse pattern because it’s one of those rare projects that actually looks high-end but costs next to nothing. You know those half-skeins of yarn that pile up in your stash? The ones you keep telling yourself you’ll use for a scrap blanket but never do? This is where they shine. The bag in the photo literally has “free pattern!” written across the front in white text, which is both adorable and honest. No gatekeeping here. Just a pretty floral bag made from pink, light blue, and lavender flowers stitched together on a beige field. And yeah, I’ll admit it – I made one last weekend and immediately started planning three more.
Why This Free Pattern Is a Total Scrap Yarn Hero
Not gonna lie, I have a serious problem with buying new yarn for every single project. But this pattern forced me to dig through my leftover bins, and honestly? Best decision ever. The flowers are small enough that even a partial skein of worsted weight cotton will yield several of them. Pink from an old baby blanket, light blue from a hat that never fit, lavender from a scarf I frogged twice – all suddenly useful again.
Here’s the thing: you can use any fiber, really. Acrylic works fine. Cotton gives a stiffer structure that holds the bag shape better. I used a mix of both because I’m not picky. The pattern calls for a 4mm hook but you can fudge that if your tension is loose. (Mine is tight. Always has been. Makes my wrists ache but the stitches stay crisp.)
- Pink yarn – any shade from blush to hot fuchsia
- Light blue yarn – baby blue or a dusty steel blue works
- Lavender yarn – go lighter rather than darker so it doesn’t overwhelm the other colors
- Beige or cream yarn – for the background (I used a cheap cotton from the craft store, you know the one)
Look, you don’t need to buy anything. Just open your stash, pick three colors that make you happy, and start. The pattern is free. The yarn is practically free. That’s a win in my book.
Color Combos That Pop: Pink, Lavender, and Light Blue
The photo shows exactly this trio and I have to say – it works way better than I expected. Pink and lavender are cousins, so they blend nicely, but the light blue cuts through like a cool breeze. It stops the whole thing from looking like a fuzzy valentine. There’s a person wearing a mint green dress with lavender straps holding the bag, and that mint green against the pink and blue? Chef’s kiss. Not planned, maybe, but worth copying.
I almost used a pale yellow instead of the blue because I thought it would be more “springy.” But then I saw the photo again and changed my mind. The blue gives it a bit of an 80s revival vibe without going full neon. If you want to go rogue, swap the pink for coral or the lavender for a dusty rose. But honestly, try the original combo first. It’s pretty hard to beat.
One weird thing I noticed: the flowers in the picture are not perfectly uniform. Some have five petals, some have six. The pattern probably says to make them all the same, but I think that little irregularity is what makes it look handmade and not machine-made. So don’t stress if your tension wobbles. Let it.
How to Adjust the Size for Your Own Floral Bag
This pattern makes a curved, clutch-style purse with a handle – the bottom image in the photo shows it laid flat on beige fabric. You can see the full shape: rounded at the bottom, a little wider than it is tall. But what if you want a shoulder bag? Or a tiny coin purse?
Here’s the trick. The flower motifs are the building blocks. Each flower is about 2-3 inches across depending on your yarn weight. To make a bigger bag, just add more rows of flowers. To make a smaller one, stop at three rows instead of four. I ended up with seven flowers across and five rows down for a bag that fits my phone, keys, and a lipstick. That’s plenty.
For the handle, you can crochet a simple chain and slip stitch back, or do a longer handle for crossbody wear. The pattern in the photo uses a short handle (look at the top image – it’s held by hand, not over the shoulder). I made mine a little longer because I like swinging a bag, but that’s personal preference. Adjust the handle length before you weave in your ends, obviously.
Also, if you’re a tight crocheter like me, block the flowers before sewing them together. I skipped that step once and the bag came out smaller than a DVD case. Not great. Blocking makes them lay flat and match size. Use a spray bottle and pins. Wait till dry. It’s boring but worth it.
Styling Your Crochet Flower Purse (Yes, That Mint Green Dress!)
Ok so let’s talk about the outfit in the photo because it’s doing a lot of heavy lifting. That mint green dress with lavender straps and a delicate necklace – it’s the perfect contrast to the bright flowers on the bag. The purse becomes a statement piece without screaming.
I wore mine with a plain white tee and jeans. Looked cute. But the real magic happens when you pair it with something in a complementary color. Light blue shirt? Pulls out the blue flowers. Pink cardigan? Too matchy-matchy for my taste, but some people love that. Lavender top? Yes, but only if it’s a different shade than the yarn. You want contrast, not a monochrome blur.
One more thing: the necklace in the photo is delicate, not chunky. That’s smart. If your bag is busy with flowers, keep accessories simple. Let the purse be the star. I learned that the hard way when I wore a beaded bracelet with a different floral bag and looked like a craft fair exploded on my arm. Keep it minimal.
A Few Tips to Avoid Common Flower Purse Mistakes
I messed up my first one. Not gonna pretend otherwise. I sewed the flowers too close together, so the background beige barely showed. The bag ended up looking like a solid blob of petals. The photo shows nice gaps between the flowers – you can see the beige fabric peeking through. That spacing matters.
Here’s what I’d do differently:
- Leave at least half an inch of background between each flower. Use pins to space them before sewing.
- Weave in ends as you go. I didn’t. I had fourteen tails to hide at the end and it took an hour. Don’t be me.
- Check the tension on your handle. I made mine too loose and it stretched the first time I carried anything heavier than a granola bar. Tighten it up.
- Use a small hook for the joining stitches. It makes the seams less visible.
And here’s a weird personal detail: I once spent a whole afternoon untangling a knot of lavender yarn because I got distracted by a squirrel fighting a pinecone outside my window. The yarn snarled into a bird’s nest. I lost an hour. So maybe close your window if you have wildlife. Or don’t, and accept that your flower bag will have a backstory.
Budget Friendly Crafting Beyond the Yarn
This purse is already cheap because the pattern is free and you’re using leftovers. But you can save even more if you repurpose other supplies. Need a lining? Use an old pillowcase or a scarf you never wear. The bag doesn’t absolutely need a lining (the crochet itself is dense enough), but if you do want one, don’t buy new fabric. Cut up something you already own.
The same goes for buttons or beads if you want to add a closure. I found a vintage button in my grandma’s old sewing tin. It’s a little discolored but it gives the bag personality. You could also just use a magnetic snap that costs like a dollar. Or no closure at all – just let the flap hang. That works too.
Actually, here’s a thought: if you use cotton yarn, you can toss the bag in the washing machine on a gentle cycle. I did that with mine after a coffee spill. It came out fine. Just reshape it while wet and let it dry flat. So not only is it budget friendly to make, it’s budget friendly to maintain. That’s a double win.
Anyway, the whole point is that you don’t need to spend much to make something pretty. Grab your leftover yarn, find a hook, and give this free crochet flower purse pattern a try. The “free pattern!” writing on the bag is basically a dare. You know you want to accept it. So go ahead – make flowers, save yarn, and carry your own little garden around your wrist.
Start with one flower. See where it takes you. And if you end up with a bag that looks slightly wonky, that’s just character. Mine has character. Lots of it. You’ll love yours too.
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