How to Crochet Clutch Wallet for Beginners

Learn how to crochet a fall clutch wallet using single crochet and alternating spike stitch techniques following a step-by-step tutorial. Simple yet functional, the design requires just one piece and features a magnetic button closure. Bounty guides through the step-by-step construction process, including creating pockets for cards and cash.

Using polyester thread and minimal tools, this practical accessory doubles as both a wallet and a compact bag. It’s perfect for everyday convenience and style. So, follow through with us for the complete tutorial.

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Materials Needed

The creator uses two colors of polyester yarn (Polythiic Onitsuga brand), but notes that one color is sufficient. Other essential tools include:

• Lighter

• Stitch marker

• 3.5 mm crochet hook

• 14 mm magnetic button

• Tapestry needle

• Scissors

• Sewing needle and thread (for attaching the magnetic button)

Construction Steps

The clutch wallet is constructed from a single piece of fabric.

Starting the Base

• Begin with the cream-colored yarn.

• Create an invisible slip knot.

• Chain.

• Work single crochet stitches into the back bumps of the chain, starting from the second bump from the hook.

Front Part of the Wallet

• Turn your work without making a turning chain.

• Continue making single crochet stitches in each stitch.

• Repeat this process for multiple rows to form the front part of the wallet.

Base of the Wallet

• Do not cut the yarn.

• Turn your work immediately.

• Make slip stitches, starting from the first stitch.

• Ensure the slip stitches are not too tight.

• Resume making single crochet stitches from a specific stitch, leaving some stitches unworked at the end.

• Use a stitch marker to mark the starting stitch of the single crochet section to avoid confusion.

• Turn your work without a turning chain and continue making single crochet rows for the base.

• Ensure both sides of the base are of equal size for seamless joining.

Back and Flap (Alternating Spike Stitch)

• Change yarn color if desired.

• Turn your work.

• For the first row, make single crochet stitches only in the back loop. This creates a fold for the wallet’s construction.

• For the second row, turn your work and make normal single crochet stitches in both loops.

• Begin the alternating spike stitch pattern:

  • Chain one (this acts as a turning stitch and the first stitch is skipped).

  • Make a single crochet in the second stitch.

  • Make a spike stitch in the hole directly below the next stitch.

  • Alternate between single crochet and spike stitch until the end of the row.

• • The pattern is identified by the “V” shape at the base of a single crochet stitch (indicating a single crochet above) and the absence of a “V” (indicating a spike stitch above).

• Continue this alternating spike stitch pattern for multiple rows to form the back and flap of the wallet.

Inner Pocket

• The inner pocket will have the same height as the front part of the wallet.

• Identify the correct stitches to begin the inner pocket.

• Make single crochet stitches in each stitch.

• Continue for multiple rows.

• Cut the yarn once completed.

Card Pocket

• The creator pre-made a card pocket.

• To make it, start with a chain.

• Make single crochet stitches starting from the second chain from the hook.

• Continue for multiple rows.

• Fold the piece and mark the center with a stitch marker.

• Leave a long tail of yarn for sewing.

Assembly and Finishing

Sewing the Pockets

• First, tidy up all remaining yarn tails.

• Attach the card pocket to the inner pocket.

• Use a zigzag sewing technique for certain sections.

• Follow the existing lines for other sections.

• Sew the middle section of the card pocket carefully, ensuring a straight line.

• Trim and tidy up any remaining yarn tails after sewing.

Sewing the Sides

• Mark the sides with stitch markers to ensure proper alignment.

• Start sewing from the bottom.

• When sewing the cream-colored section, pick up the inner loops to prevent the cream yarn from showing on the outside.

• Ensure stitches are aligned and straight.

• For the section with the same yarn color, it’s easier to sew as the yarn can be inserted into both loops.

• Hide the yarn tails inside the work.

• Repeat the process for the other side.

• Tidy up any remaining yarn tails by following the stitch pattern upwards.

Attaching the Magnetic Button

• Fold the flap to determine the correct position for the magnetic button.

• Use the existing lines on the wallet as a guide.

• Once positioned, use a sewing needle and thread to attach the button.

• Sew through the fabric from the back, into the button’s holes, and back through the fabric.

• Sew each hole multiple times (three or four) for security.

The finished clutch wallet is practical for carrying cash, cards, and a phone, making it a convenient alternative to a large bag.

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