Intro

This mini floral drawstring bag is a sweet little crochet project that works beautifully for earbuds, jewelry, coins, lip balm, or other tiny everyday essentials. The simple rectangular pouch is finished with two drawstrings and soft five-petal crochet flowers, giving it the cheerful handmade look shown in the reference design.

The finished pouch measures approximately 8 cm wide and 8.5 cm tall, so it is small enough to tuck into a handbag while still being useful. Make it in pastel blue, pink, lavender, yellow, mint, or any favorite color, then use white flowers with contrasting centers for the same playful floral style.

Description

The mini crochet drawstring bag is worked around both sides of a foundation chain to create a seamless pouch body. The body uses double crochet throughout, giving it a neat, softly structured texture. Two long crochet chains form the drawstring closure near the top. Each drawstring is finished with a small five-petal flower made from a contrasting center and white petals.

The design is especially pretty when made in soft pastel shades with white floral accents.

Materials

• Medium-weight yarn in your chosen bag color
• White yarn for flower petals
• Small amount of contrasting yarn for flower centers
• Crochet hook suitable for your yarn
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch marker
• Small amount of hot glue for the floral finishing

Abbreviations

• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• dc – double crochet
• sl st – slip stitch
• MR – magic ring
• st – stitch
• sts – stitches

Pattern Notes

• US crochet terminology is used.
• Finished size is approximately 8 cm wide × 8.5 cm tall.
• The bag begins with a foundation chain and is worked around both sides of that chain.
• The first body row contains 40 dc total.
• Rows 2–10 also contain 40 dc each.
• Each drawstring uses 70 chains.
• Each flower has 5 petals.
• Use a stitch marker if you have trouble identifying the first stitch of each row.
• Keep the drawstring chains relaxed so they slide easily through the top of the pouch.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Body

Choose the color you want for the main bag.

Make a slip knot.

Foundation

Ch 21.

Starting in the third chain from the hook, begin working double crochet.

Row 1

Work 18 dc along the first side of the foundation chain, leaving the final chain for the rounded end.

In the final chain, work:

3 dc

Turn your work so you can crochet along the opposite side of the foundation chain.

Work:

17 dc

At the final end, work:

2 dc

You should now have:

40 dc total

Sl st to the beginning to complete the row.

The foundation should now form a narrow oval, which becomes the bottom of the mini pouch.

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Row 2

Ch 2.

Work:

1 dc in each st around

40 dc

Sl st to the beginning to complete the row.

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Row 3

Ch 2.

Work:

1 dc in each st around

40 dc

Sl st to the beginning.

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Rows 4–9

Repeat the same steps:

• Ch 2.
• Work 40 dc around.
• Sl st to the beginning.

Keep the stitch count at:

40 dc per row

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Row 10

Ch 2.

Work:

40 dc

Sl st to the beginning to complete the row.

Ch 1.

Fasten off.

Use the yarn needle to weave the yarn end into the inside of the bag.

The mini pouch body is complete.

Drawstrings

Make 2 drawstrings.

For each drawstring:

Make a slip knot.

Ch 70.

Fasten off.

Repeat to make the second 70-chain drawstring.

Add the Drawstrings

Use the openings near Row 9 for the drawstring placement.

Thread one 70-chain cord through the stitches or spaces around the upper section of the bag.

Bring both ends out together on one side.

Thread the second 70-chain cord from the opposite direction so its two ends come out on the other side.

When both cords are in place, pulling opposite sides should gather the top of the pouch closed.

Tie the ends of each drawstring together in a secure knot.

Trim the yarn neatly if necessary.

Crochet the Flower Center

Use the contrasting flower-center color.

Make a magic ring.

Work:

5 sc into the MR

Pull the short yarn tail to tighten the center.

You should have:

5 sc

Each stitch will support one petal.

When completing the final stitch, change to the white petal yarn.

Sl st to the beginning to complete the round.

Crochet the Five Petals

Using white yarn:

Petal 1

Ch 2.

Work:

3 dc into the same st

Ch 2.

Sl st into the next st.

The first petal is complete.

Petals 2–5

Repeat:

Ch 2, 3 dc in the same st, ch 2, sl st into the next st

Continue until you have:

5 petals total

After the final petal:

Ch 1.

Fasten off.

Weave the yarn ends into the back of the flower.

Gently shape all five petals with your fingers.

Make enough matching flowers to finish both drawstring sides in the same way.

Attach the Flowers

Gather one set of drawstring ends together and make the knot shown in the design.

Apply a small amount of hot glue to the center or back of the flower.

Position the flower over the drawstring knot.

For the layered finishing method used in the tutorial, place another flower against the opposite side of the knot so the knot is enclosed between the floral pieces.

Secure carefully with a small amount of hot glue.

Repeat the same floral finishing on the opposite drawstring.

Allow the glue to cool and set completely before using the pouch.

Finishing

Weave in any remaining yarn ends.

Check that both drawstrings move freely.

Pull both sides gently to close the pouch.

Open it again and make sure the top edge relaxes without snagging.

Shape the flower petals.

Check that both floral decorations are firmly secured.

Your mini floral drawstring bag is complete.

Design Consistency Guide

To create the same finished look as the reference design, keep these details consistent:

Bag Body

• approximately 8 cm wide
• approximately 8.5 cm tall
• double crochet texture
• straight mini pouch shape
• softly rounded bottom
• 10 body rows
• 40 dc in each completed body row

Drawstrings

• 2 separate cords
• 70 chains each
• inserted around the upper section near Row 9
• one drawstring closing from each side

Flowers

• 5 petals per flower
• contrasting small center
• white petals
• positioned at the drawstring knots

Pastel Color Ideas

Try:

• baby blue bag with blue flower centers
• blush pink bag with pink centers
• lavender bag with purple centers
• pale yellow bag with yellow centers
• mint green bag with mint centers

Keep the petals white for the soft floral look.

Tips & Variations

Cotton yarn will create a firmer mini bag with crisp stitches, while a soft acrylic yarn will give the pouch a slightly more flexible feel.

If the pouch feels too loose, use a slightly smaller crochet hook while keeping the stitch counts unchanged.

Make several in coordinating pastel colors for small gifts or party favors.

The finished size is ideal for wireless earbuds, but the pouch can also hold rings, earrings, coins, keys, small crystals, or other tiny accessories.

For a cleaner washable finish, the flowers can also be sewn securely to the drawstring knots instead of relying only on adhesive.

FAQ

How big is the finished mini drawstring bag?

The original size is approximately 8 cm wide and 8.5 cm tall.

How many stitches are in each body row?

After the foundation is worked around both sides, the body contains 40 double crochet stitches. Rows 2 through 10 continue with 40 dc each.

How many petals does each crochet flower have?

Each flower has 5 petals, created from the five single crochet stitches in the center.

Conclusion

This mini floral drawstring bag is a quick crochet accessory that turns simple double crochet stitches into a charming little pouch. The pastel body, two functional drawstrings, and five-petal flowers make it especially cute for small gifts or everyday essentials. Save this easy crochet pattern and make a whole set in your favorite pastel colors.