Contact

Overview & Inspiration

Welcome back to FreeCrochet! Today, I am thrilled to share the Contact Pouch, a sleek and modern crossbody phone bag designed to keep you connected in style.

Inspired by clean lines and tactile textures, this project works up fast using fundamental stitches with a beautiful ribbed twist. It is the perfect weekend project or quick handmade gift for anyone who loves functional accessories.

Materials & Tools Checklist

• Yarn: 100g of Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn (Medium #4)
• Hook: US Size G/6 (4.00 mm) crochet hook
• Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving ends
• Notions: 2 stitch markers
• Hardware: 1 small 15mm wooden or acrylic button
• Tools: Scissors and measuring tape

Pattern Stitches & Abbreviations

• ch: Chain
• sc: Single Crochet
• hdc: Half Double Crochet
• sl st: Slip Stitch
• st(s): Stitch(es)
• blo: Back Loop Only
• sc2tog: Single Crochet Two Together (Decrease)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Foundation Chain: Chain 16. Working into the back bumps of the chain, sc in the 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn your work. (15 sts)
2. Texture Row 1: Ch 1 (does not count as st throughout), hdc in blo of each st across. Turn your work. (15 sts)
3. Texture Row 2: Ch 1, sc in both loops of each st across. Turn your work. (15 sts)
4. Main Body Construction: Repeat Rows 1 and 2 sequentially until your ribbed piece measures approximately 14 inches in length, ending on a Row 2 repeat. Do not fasten off.
5. Flap Shaping Row 1: Ch 1, sc2tog across first 2 sts, sc in next 11 sts, sc2tog across last 2 sts. Turn your work. (13 sts)
6. Flap Shaping Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog across first 2 sts, sc in next 9 sts, sc2tog across last 2 sts. Turn your work. (11 sts)
7. Flap Loop Row: Ch 1, sc in first 5 sts, ch 5 to form button loop, sc in remaining 5 sts. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for finishing.
8. Strap Attachment: Join yarn with a sl st to top corner edge. Chain 120 (or until strap measures 45 inches), then sl st to opposite corner edge. Turn and sc in each ch back across the strap before securing yarn.

Assembly & Finishing

Fold the main ribbed rectangle in half with right sides facing inward, leaving the shaped flap extending at the top. Use your tapestry needle to whip stitch the side seams securely from bottom to top opening, then turn the pouch right-side out. Finally, sew your decorative button onto the front wall directly below the flap loop, weave in all remaining ends, and steam block gently for crisp edges.

Pro Tips for Best Results

• Use 100% cotton yarn to prevent the shoulder strap from stretching excessively under the weight of your phone.
• Maintain consistent tension during back-loop rows to ensure uniform ribbing texture throughout the pouch body.
• Adjust your initial chain count in increments of two if you need to fit larger smartphone models or cases.