Carry your phone in style with the free crochet puff stitch phone bag pattern that feels soft holds essentials and suits outings and travel.

A small idea grows into a lovely piece that feels soft and looks raised with a gentle textured style that catches the eye. This little bag holds a phone in a safe and neat way while adding a touch of beauty to daily life. The Crochet Puff Stitch Phone Bag pattern shapes this design with simple steps that feel easy to follow and enjoyable to create. It forms a thick and cushioned surface that helps protect the phone from light bumps and scratches.

Puff Stitch Phone Bag - Free Crochet Pattern

The size fits comfortably and makes carrying the phone feel light and easy. It can be worn across the body or held by hand so it stays close at all times. The rich texture gives a stylish look that stands out in a simple way. It is perfect for daily use short trips or gifting someone special. This creative piece brings safety style and comfort together in one charming and useful design for everyday life.

Crochet Phone Bag Pattern

Materials

• Yarn: Craft Cotton (Braided Yarn), approximately 200g, Light (Size 3/DK weight), 65% cotton, 35% polyester — durable, sturdy, ideal for accessories
• Crochet Hooks:
  • 5.0 mm (for foundation chain)
  • 4.0 mm ETIMO Black Tulip (for all other stitches)
• Hardware & Notions:
  • Magnetic Buttons (18 mm)
  • Spring Rings (19 mm)
  • Metal Plate (for embellishment)
  • Sewing Thread & Needle
  • Scissors
  • Darning Needle
  • Stitch Markers

Key Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• dc: double crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st: stitch
• bl: back loop
• puff st: puff stitch

Special Notes

• The foundation chain uses a larger hook to keep the bottom edge flexible.
• All stitch counts and corners use stitch markers for clarity.
• Sides and strap are specifically shaped for a neat, geometric finish.
• Work the back bump of the foundation chain to achieve a crisp edge.

Step-by-Step Pattern

1. Center Rectangular Panel

Foundation

1. With 5.0 mm hook, make a slip knot; ch 61.
2. Switch to 4.0 mm hook
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Row 1

• Work into the back bump: Skip 1 ch, sc in each ch across (60 sc).
• Place a stitch marker in the first and last st (for reference).

Rows 2–10

• Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (60 sc).
• Repeat for a total of 10 rows.
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2. Edging & Crossed Puff Stitch Border

Edging (Round 1)

1. Turn: Sc in first st of panel, place stitch marker.
2. Sc across to last st of row.
3. 3 sc in last st (corner increase), place marker in 2nd sc of corner increase.
4. Work 9 sc evenly across side spaces.
5. 3 sc in next corner, mark 2nd st of corner.
6. Sc across the next edge, ending with 3 sc in last st (corner increase), mark 2nd st.
7. 9 sc across final side spaces.
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8. At beginning, work 2 more sc in same st as first sc to form the final corner increase (making 3 sc in that corner), move marker.

Crossed Puff Stitch Border (Round 2)

Puff Stitch (puff st):

• Yarn over, insert hook in st, pull up a loop (repeat 3 times, for a total of 7 loops on hook), yarn over, pull through all loops, ch 1.

Repeat along each side:

1. First long side:
   • Sc in st, puff st in marked st, ch 1, skip next st, sc in next st, puff st in the skipped st, ch 1.
   • Repeat to complete 30 crossed puff stitches across the long side.
   • At end, skip next st, sc in corner st, puff st in the skipped st.
   • Total: 31 crossed puff stitches per long side.
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2. Short sides (corners):
   • Do not skip a st after turning. Sc in next st, puff st into same st (corner), ch 1, place marker in space.
   • Skip next st, sc in next, puff st in the skipped st, ch 1.
   • Complete 5 (or 6, see correction) crossed puff sts across. At end of each short side, work as for long sides.
3. Continue the sequence: Turn at corners, work into the marked stitch without skipping a stitch.
4. Repeat steps above for all four sides, ending with a join at the starting corner.
5. Join to complete the round.

3. Border Round – Stacked Single Crochet & Edging

1. At any corner: Turn project to the back side, insert hook, pull up a loop, ch 1.
2. Stacked sc in corner: Sc in corner sp, sc again in same sp (into sc just made), dc into same sp (effectively making a tall first stitch).
3. Mark first st (corner stitch).
4. 2 sc in each crossed puff stitch space around each side.
5. 3 dc in each corner space, marking the center st as the corner.
6. Continue pattern, ending with 1 dc in starting corner to finish the increase.
7. Sl st to the marked corner st to join. Do not cut the yarn — secure the loop with a marker.
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4. Sew Magnetic Buttons & Metal Plate

1. Sew the magnetic button back to the panel, centered and 4 cm below the top edge.
2. Sew around all sides of the magnetic plate for security.
3. Attach the metal plate as embellishment where desired (typically, below bag flap).
4. Sew the other half of the magnetic button just above the metal plate, to align with flap closure.

5. Side Panels (Make 2, Left & Right)

Row 1

• Remove the marker at the side panel start.
• Ch 1, sc in same st, place marker.
• 47 sc in back loop only (47 bl sc).
• 1 sc in next st (regular sc).
• Total: 49 sc across.

Row 2

• Turn, sc in next 20 sts.
• Decrease over 3 stitches (insert hook into next 3 sts, yo & draw up loop each time = 4 loops on hook, yo, pull through all loops).
• 3 sc in next st (corner).
• Decrease over next 3 sts.
• 20 sc across remainder of row.

Row 3

• Turn, 19 sc across.
• Decrease over next 3 sts.
• 1 sc in next st.
• Decrease over next 3 sts.
• 19 sc across.

Row 4

• Turn, 18 sc across.
• Decrease over 3 sts, twice (at each corner).
• 18 sc across.
• Fasten off.

Sew the side edges together securely.

• Weave in all ends.
• Press/fold the side panels to shape the bag.
• Repeat for the right side panel, beginning at the 16th st from the corner for symmetry.

6. Puff Cord Strap

1. Make a slip knot, ch 3.
2. Skip 2 ch, puff st in next ch:
   • Pull up 3 loops (as explained in Puff Stitch above), but do NOT pull through all loops at once.
   • First, pull through 6 loops, then pull through the remaining 2 loops.
3. Ch 2, turn, puff st in the ch-2 space.
4. Repeat until the strap reaches the desired length.
5. Cut yarn and weave in ends.

7. Attach Rings and Strap

1. Insert spring rings at both ends of the puff cord strap.
2. Attach rings to the side panels for secure closure.
3. Adjust ring placement for a wider or narrower bag opening as desired.
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Conclusion

This pattern results in a durable, structured, and elegant phone bag with a designer touch, perfect for organizing essentials. The sturdy cotton/polyester blend, reinforced border, and unique puff cord strap make this bag both stylish and functional.

Pattern Correction & Tips

Correction:

• Double-check your puff stitch counts: Each long side should have 31 crossed puff stitches, each short side 6 (depending on corner placement—verify symmetry).
• Decreases over 3 stitches shape the corners—always ensure you have the proper number of single crochets at the beginning/end of every side panel row.

Tips:

• When working into the back loops or bumps, keep tension even to avoid tight edges.
• Always use stitch markers at corners and turning points for clarity and symmetry.
• Hide yarn tails under stitches as you go for a clean finish.
• Steam or block the finished bag to help set the shape.
• Test the fit and placement of hardware before final sewing for optimal alignment.