Hi Everyone! This has been an extremely busy summer for me. How has the summer been for all of you? I hope that during these hot summer day you’ve had a chance to relax and get in some family and friends time. It’s been so hot here in Montana (over 100 everyday) that all we’ve wanted to do is stay inside. My friend’s little girl is obsessed with owls so I thought I would create this cute Crochet Owl Purse for her to carry around when they are doing errands. Apparently, she loves the Crochet Owl Purse so much that she totes it around with her everywhere she goes. This includes all over the house. This Crochet Owl purse is the perfect size for little ones and fits all of their little goodies and then some. It’s the perfect gift for any small child or just owl lovers in general.

This Crochet Owl Purse is beginner friendly and works up in a matter of a few hours. So if you aren’t spending time at the lake or river, turn on your tv show and bust some of these out for gifts later on.

You are going to need a few things for this Crochet Owl Purse. So let’s get started!

Yarn: Any brand of #4 worsted weight yarn will do. I used red heart super saver in the colors brown (1 skein will be plenty), buff (1 skein will do), white (scrap amounts), gold (scrap amounts), and black (scrap amounts). You will only need a small amount of yarn so it you have scrap yarn on hand that’s perfect! If you do not have these colors on hand you can purchase them through the highlighted links above.

Crochet Hook: 4 mm crochet hook. I’ve really been into the metal crochet hooks by Boye. They are affordable and you can purchase them through Lion Brand’s website as well in the highlighted link above.

Safety Eyes: I purchased my safety eyes from Amazon. You can purchase them in the highlighted link above.

Yarn Needle: Any yarn needle that you have on hand will work fine. I like the metal ones because they seem to weave through the yarn much easier. You can purchase them through the highlighted link above.

Craft Scissors: Any scissors that you have on hand will work. I like the smaller craft scissors because they easily fit in my hook bag. You can purchase them in the highlighted link above.

Abbreviations: MC (magic circle), SC (single crochet), HDC (half double crochet), DC (double crochet), TRC (triple crochet), SLST (slip stitch), CH (chain).

Note: Chain 1 and Chain 2 at the beginning of each round does not count as a stitch. Crochet over the top of your yarn tails so you have fewer ends to weave through at the end of your Crochet Owl Purse project.

Special Stitches: Triple Crochet, wrap yarn around hook twice, insert hook into next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop. You will now have 4 loops on your hook. Yarn over and pull through 2 loops, yarn over and pull through 2 more loops, yarn over and pull through last remaining 2 loops on the hook.

Skill Level: Beginner

If you prefer to follow along with a video tutorial make sure to check out the Crochet Owl Purse on my YouTube channel below.

Now for the Pattern!

Quick Side Note: If you want to purchase a add free pdf version of this Crochet Owl Purse, you can do so in my etsy store.

Round 1:  With your tan yarn, Create a MC (magic circle).  CH 2 (remember this does not count as a stitch).  Place 8 HDC (half double crochet) in the MC.  Pull tail tight to close the MC.  SLST (slip stitch) to the top of the first HDC.  At the end of Round 1 you should have a total of 8 HDC.

Round 2:  CH 2, Place 2 HDC in the CH 2 space.  Next, place 2 HDC in each stitch all the way around.  SLST to the top of the first HDC.  At the end of Round 2 you should have a total of 16 HDC.  

Round 3:  CH 2, Place 1 HDC in the CH 2 space, place 2 HDC in the next stitch.  Repeat this pattern of * 1 HDC, 2 HDC* all the way until you come back to the beginning of round 3.  SLST to the top of the first HDC.  At the end of Round 3 you should have a total of 24 HDC.  

Round 4:  CH 2, Place 1 HDC in the CH 1 space and in the next stitch.  Place 2 HDC in the following stitch.  Repeat the pattern of *1 HDC in the next 2 stitches, 2 HDC in the next stitch*.  SLST to the top of the first HDC of round 4.  At the end of Round 4 you should have a total of 32 HDC.

Round 5:  CH 2, Place 1 HDC in the CH 2 space, next place 1 HDC in the following 3 stitches.  Repeat the pattern of * 1 HDC in the next 3 stitches, 2 HDC in the next*.  SLST to the top of the first HDC of round 5.  At the end of Round 5 you should have a total of 40 HDC.

Rounds 6-15:  CH 2, Place 1 HDC in each stitch all the way around.  SLST to the top of the first HDC.  At the end of Round 15 you should have a total of 40 HDC.  Switch to your dark brown yarn.  

Rounds 16-21:  CH 2, Place 1 HDC in each stitch all the way around.  SLST to the top of the first HDC.  At the end of round 21 you should still have a total of 40 HDC.

Now for the points that will look like the cute ears.

Round 22:  CH 1 (does not count as a stitch).  SC in the next 5 stitches, HDC in the next stitch, DC in the next 2 stitches, TRC (triple crochet) in the next 4 stitches, DC in the next 2 stitches, HDC in the next stitch, SC in the next 10 stitches.  Now HDC in the next stitch, DC in the next 2, TRC in the next 4, DC in the next 2, HDC in the stitch.  SC in the last remaining stitches.  Fasten off your yarn and weave in your yarn tails.  

Lets work on the eyes!

Eyes:  Make 2.  

Round 1:  With your white yarn, create a MC.  Place 6 SC in the MC.  Pull tail tight to close the circle.  SLST to the top of the first SC.  At the end of round 1 you will have a total of 6 SC.

Round 2:  CH 1, Place 2 SC in the CH 1 space and in each stitch all the way around.  SLST to the top of the first SC.  At the end of round 2 you should have a total of 12 SC.  Fasten off your yarn, leaving a long enough yarn tail to attach the eyes to the Owl Purse.  

Let’s Create the Beak!

With your gold yarn, Chain 4, SC in the second chain from the hook.  In the next stitch place *1 HDC, 1 DC, 1 HDC*, SC in the last stitch.  Fasten off, leaving a yarn tail long enough to attach to the Owl Purse.

Lastly, lets make the tie for this cute crochet owl purse!

Draw String:  With your dark brown yarn, chain 70.  Fasten off.

Now for the fun part, let’s put this cute crochet owl purse together.  

Eye Placement:  I placed my eyes just above where the tan and dark brown yarn meet.  Thread you needle, with your yarn tail place the first eye on your crochet purse.  Weave your yarn back and forth from front to back all the way around.  Weave your yarn tail on the inside of the purse so it is hidden.  Now, repeat the process for the second eye.  At this point you can take your small scrap yarn and create a line in the eye or use your safety eyes.  

Beak placement:  The beak will be placed just below the eyes in the light tan portion.  Don’t forget to center the beak between the two eyes.  Attach in the same fashion as you did the eyes.  

Adding the tie:  start the row above and to the middle of the eye on the right hand side.  Run your crochet hook through the back of the stitch and pull the chain through the stitch.  Continue to repeat this every other stitch until the chain is just above the center of the eye on the left.  Pull the draw string tight and tie in a cute bow.  

That’s it! You just made this adorable Crochet Owl Purse. If you are looking for another fun project that would make a fantastic gift, check our my Chicken Pot Holder, Pig Pot Holder, and Avocado Pot Holder. They add a fun twist to any kitchen. I hope you all enjoyed making this Crochet Owl Purse as much as I did. Please post pics in the comments below as I love to see all the different twists on these projects. Make sure to follow me on all my social media platforms and don’t forget to subscribe for all my upcoming Crochet Projects. I love you all so much, Happy Crocheting from the Montana White’s.