About This Pattern
This little pouch looks like a camera. It holds small things well. Think coins, earbuds, a spare button tin. It fits into a quiet evening of single crochet, row after row, with no counting drama. The shaping comes from back loop and front loop stitches, not fancy increases. It needs worsted yarn in black, white, and silver, a size H/8 hook, and one button. Good for a first project with a little texture.
In the basket
Abbreviations
- ch
- chain
- st
- stitch
- sl st
- slip stitch
- sc
- single crochet
- hdc
- half double crochet
- dc
- double crochet
- inc
- increase
- dec
- decrease
- mr
- magic ring
- fo
- finish off
Crochet camera pouch pattern for beginners
Foundation
Chain 21 stitches.
- Round 1Single crochet in each stitch across.
- Round 2Chain 1, turn. Single crochet in each stitch across. For Rows 3-15: Repeat rows 1 and 2.
- Round 16Single crochet in the back loop of each stitch across.
- Rounds 17–19Single crochet in each stitch across. In Row 20: Single crochet in the back loop of each stitch across.Rows 21-30: Repeat row 20.
- Rounds 31–36Single crochet in each stitch across. After Row 37: Single crochet in the front loop of each stitch across.
- Rounds 38–42Single crochet in each stitch across.
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Before the first stitch
- Check you have worsted yarn in all three colors before starting.
- Make a small swatch. Confirm your single crochet is even before chaining 21.
Minutes per piece
- Foundation body about 3-4 hours because it spans 20 plus rows of single crochet
- Assembly and flap about 1-2 hours because seaming and the button take patience
Other yarns that work
- Cotton, worsted weight Gives a crisper, firmer pouch with less stretch. Stitches show more clearly.
- Acrylic blend, worsted weight Stays affordable and easy to find in silver and black. Slightly softer drape than cotton.
Where it ends up
- Carry it as a coin pouch inside a larger bag.
- Store small sewing notions like buttons and needles.
- Hold earbuds or a phone charger on a desk.
Joining up
- Step 1 Assembly:: Attach the pieces together using single crochet stitches along the edges.
- Step 2 Crochet Hem for Flap:: Single crochet around the edges of the flap.
- Step 3 Attach Button:: Sew a button in place for closure.
Small notes
- Keep tension steady across all those repeated rows. Loose stitches will show in a flat piece like this.
- Watch for the back loop only rows. They shift the texture and mark the camera's front detail.
- Use a hook you can hold for a while. Worsted yarn with an H/8 hook is gentle on the hands.
Little questions
Can I use a different hook size?
The pattern calls for an H/8, 5.0mm hook. A close size works too, but check your swatch first. A smaller hook will make a tighter, smaller pouch.
How much yarn do I need in each color?
The pattern doesn't list exact yardage. Black covers the most rows, so buy generously. Keep white and silver on hand for smaller detail sections.
Is this really beginner friendly?
Yes, it's mostly single crochet in straight rows. The only new skills are back loop and front loop stitches. Both are easy once you try them once.
Original pattern: https://crocheteverything.com/crochet-camera-shaped-pouch-tutorial-for-beginners-great-for-keeping-tiny-things/
About the Author
Tamsin Okoro Who writes the patterns at Yarn Gallery, how a pattern gets from the hook to the page, and what this site will never do.
