Free Pattern: Art Deco Peacock Feather Crossbody Purse

Introduction

Embrace the elegance of the Art Deco era with this stunning peacock feather-inspired crossbody purse. A blend of vibrant colors and intricate textures makes this accessory a true statement piece. Perfect for beginners, this crochet pattern will guide you through creating a beautiful purse that showcases your crafting skills while adding a touch of vintage charm to your wardrobe.

Materials Needed

• DK weight cotton yarn in the following colors:
  • Teal
  • Gold
  • Emerald
  • Royal Blue
• 4.0 mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Magnetic snap for closure

Step-by-Step Instructions

Base of the Purse

1. Using teal yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Chain 1 (ch 1) and work 6 single crochet (sc) into the ring.
3. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first single crochet. You should have 6 stitches.

4. Round 2: Chain 1, then work 2 single crochet in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch. You should have 12 stitches.
5. Round 3: Chain 1, (single crochet in the next stitch, 2 single crochet in the next stitch) around. Join with a slip stitch. You should have 18 stitches.
6. Round 4: Chain 1, (single crochet in the next 2 stitches, 2 single crochet in the next stitch) around. Join with a slip stitch. You should have 24 stitches.

Continue increasing in this manner until the base measures 8 inches in diameter. To do this, keep adding rounds, increasing the number of single crochets between increases by one each round (e.g., 3 single crochets before the increase in the next round).

Body of the Purse

1. Switch to emerald yarn.
2. Round 1: Chain 1, single crochet in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch.
3. Repeat Round 1 until the body measures 6 inches in height.

Peacock Feather Flap

1. With gold yarn, chain 20.
2. Single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each chain across. You should have 19 stitches.
3. Row 2: Chain 1, turn, single crochet in each stitch across.
4. Row 3: Switch to royal blue yarn, chain 1, turn, single crochet in each stitch across.
5. Row 4: Chain 1, turn, (single crochet in the next 3 stitches, 2 single crochet in the next stitch) across.
6. Row 5: Switch to teal yarn, chain 1, turn, single crochet in each stitch across.
7. Row 6: Chain 1, turn, (single crochet in the next 4 stitches, 2 single crochet in the next stitch) across.

Fasten off and weave in ends. Attach the flap to the top edge of the purse body with a whip stitch.

Strap

1. With emerald yarn, chain 120.
2. Slip stitch in each chain across.
3. Attach each end of the strap to the sides of the purse.

Finishing Touches

1. Sew a magnetic snap to the inside of the flap and the corresponding spot on the body of the purse for closure.

Congratulations! You have now completed your Art Deco Peacock Feather Crossbody Purse. Enjoy showcasing your beautiful creation!