Southwestern Cactus Purse by LeAnne Douglas

Southwestern Cactus Purse

Crochet
March 2023
Aran (8 wpi) ?
15 stitches and 17 rows = 4 inches
in Sc blo
5.0 mm (H)
3.25 mm (D)
130 - 150 yards (119 - 137 m)
One Size
US
English
This pattern is available from etsy.com for $5.00.

Take a piece of the American southwest anywhere you go with this cactus purse. With authentic cactus ridges, and the optional cactus blossoms, this is a fun project to make.

This PDF pattern uses US crochet terms, and includes written instructions using common stitch abbreviations.

--Finished Size--
The finished size of the purse is about 6 ½” wide by 7 ½” tall.

--Materials--
● 130 Yards of worsted or Aran weight yarn in green (Sample used Aran weight)
● 12 Yards of Sport weight yarn in ivory white (or flower color of your choice)
● US H/8 - 5.00mm Crochet Hook
● US D/3 - 3.25mm Crochet Hook
● Size 11 seed beads in gold
● Bugle beads in gold
● Fine sewing needle and thread to match bead size
● Darning needle
● Scissors