Is this crochet wristlet pattern beginner-friendly?

Yes, this is a beginner-friendly crochet pattern. It uses basic stitches and simple construction. You will need to know how to chain, single crochet, join rounds, sew with a yarn needle, and attach a button and keychain rings.

What yarn should I use for this crochet wristlet?

This pattern uses worsted weight yarn, also called #4 yarn. Cotton yarn would be a great choice if you want a sturdy pouch, but acrylic yarn can also work.

Is gauge important for this pattern?

No, gauge is not important for this pattern. Your finished size may be slightly different depending on your yarn, hook, and tension.

Can I use a different button size?

Yes, you can use a different button size. If you use a larger button, increase the number of chains in Row 13 to make the button loop bigger.

What can I use this crochet wristlet for?

You can use this crochet wristlet to hold small items like cards, cash, lip balm, earbuds, stitch markers, or keys. It also makes a cute handmade gift or craft fair item.

Free Crochet Wristlet Pouch Pattern with Button Flap

Q: What size is the finished crochet wristlet?

The finished pouch measures approximately 4.5 inches wide by 4 inches tall (11.5 cm wide by 10 cm tall), not including the wrist strap.

Need a cute little bag for your everyday essentials? This crochet wristlet pouch pattern features a handy button flap and a matching wrist strap. It’s perfect for carrying keys, cards, cash, or lip balm when you don’t want to bring a larger bag. It also makes a thoughtful handmade gift!

Quick answer

This advanced beginner crochet wristlet pouch pattern uses worsted weight (#4) yarn and an H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook. The pouch is worked from the bottom up in joined rounds of single crochet, with a button flap added in rows. A separate crochet wrist strap attaches to the pouch using two keychain rings. The finished pouch measures approximately 4.5 inches wide and 4 inches tall (11.5 × 10 cm), excluding the strap.

Crochet wristlet pouch pattern details

Skill level

Advanced beginner. This pattern uses single crochet stitches, increases, joined rounds, and simple rows. You’ll also make a buttonhole and attach a wrist strap using keychain rings.

Materials needed

H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook
Worsted weight yarn (#4)
Yarn needle
Scissors
Button: 3/4 inch (2 cm)
2 keychain rings
2 stitch markers

Finished size

The wristlet pouch measures approximately 4.5 inches wide by 4 inches tall (11.5 cm wide by 10 cm tall), not including the wrist strap.

Three handmade crochet wristlet pouches in purple, gray, and turquoise with keychain rings, keys, a card, and lip balm on a white background.

Gauge

Gauge is not important for this pattern.

Crochet abbreviations

sc = single crochet stitch
ch/chs = chain/chains
st/sts = stitch/stitches
sl st = slip stitch

Pattern notes

Join each pouch rnd with a sl st to the first sc of that rnd.
The beginning ch 1 in the rounds and rows does not count as a st.
The pattern is written in US crochet terms.

Crochet wristlet pouch pattern instructions

Crochet the pouch

Use an H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook.

Round 1: Ch 17, work 2 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in the next 14 chs, and 4 sc in the last ch. Continue working along the opposite side of the starting chain. Sc in the next 14 chs, then work 2 sc in the last ch. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (36 sts)

Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 sc in each of the first 2 sts, sc in the next 14 sts, 2 sc in each of the next 4 sts, sc in the next 14 sts, and 2 sc in each of the last 2 sts. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (44 sts)

Rounds 3–18: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (44 sts)

Fasten off. You will now add the button flap.

Crochet the button flap

Lay the pouch flat and use stitch markers to mark the 20 center stitches along the back of the pouch.

Join yarn to the first marked stitch.

Row 1: Ch 1, sc in each of the 20 marked sts. Turn. (20 sts)
Rows 2–12: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (20 sts)
Row 13: Ch 1, sc in the next 9 sts, ch 4, skip the next 2 sts, sc in the last 9 sts. (18 sc, 1 ch-4 buttonhole)

Fasten off and weave in the yarn ends.

The ch-4 opening creates the buttonhole. Check that your button fits through the opening before finishing the flap.

Crochet the wrist strap

Use an H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook.

Row 1: Ch 35, sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each remaining ch. Turn. (34 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in the chain space directly below each st across to make the strap thicker. (34 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a long yarn tail for sewing.

Attach the wrist strap and keychain rings

Attach the first ring: Bring both short ends of the crocheted wrist strap together around one keychain ring.
Secure the strap: Use the long yarn tail and a yarn needle to sew both ends of the strap securely around the ring.
Connect the rings: Attach the second keychain ring to the first ring.
Attach the pouch: Use a yarn needle and yarn to sew the second keychain ring securely to the wristlet pouch.
Check the attachment: Make sure the rings are connected securely and the wrist strap is firmly attached.

Add the button

Position the flap: Lay the wristlet pouch flat with the button flap folded down over the front.
Mark the button placement: Center the button on the front of the pouch, directly underneath the ch-4 buttonhole.
Sew the button: Use a yarn needle and a piece of yarn to sew the button securely to the front panel.
Check the closure: Fold the flap down and make sure the buttonhole fits comfortably around the button. Adjust the button placement if needed.

Finishing

Weave in all remaining yarn ends securely.

Check that the button closes properly and the wrist strap is firmly attached.

Your crochet wristlet pouch is ready to use or give as a handmade gift!

Printable PDF version

You can purchase the ad-free PDF of this Crochet Wristlet Keychain Pattern in my Etsy shop. The downloadable pattern is easy to save, print, and keep with your crochet projects.

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— Melissa