This purse is worked as one rectangle and is then joined at the side edges. It has a zip closure with optional poppers and instructions are included for adding a lining.

The purse is approximately 15cm (6in) wide and 9cm (3½in) tall.

Tension: 1 repeat of the chevron pattern (14 sts) measures 4.5cm (1¾in) across and 20 rows measures 10cm (4in) vertically using a 2.5mm hook.

UK terms are used throughout the pattern, equivalent US terms are listed in the abbreviations section.

The pattern includes full written instructions and a Chart.

You Will Need
2.5mm crochet hook
2 x 10g balls (or 1 x 25g ball) in main colour, 2 x 10g balls (or 1 x 25g ball) in contrast colour of Scheepjes Catona cotton yarn
13cm (5.25cm) or 15cm (6in) zip
Three poppers
Fabric to line the purse (optional)
A sewing needle and thread to attach the lining (optional)
A tapestry needle to weave in ends.