Bruges lace is really a very easy technique–even a beginner can do it, and the simple edging on this pouch proves it. After making one of these you’ll feel ready to tackle more complicated patterns using the technique–and you’ll have a pouch to keep things in.

Skill Level:

Finished Size: (Pouch) 4″ (10 cm) wide, 4 3/4″ (12 cm) tall

Materials: Medium Weight Yarn (approximately 20 yards of main pouch color and 15 yards of contrasting trim color) Crochet Hook H (5.0 mm) Crochet Hook J (6.0 mm) Yarn Needle

Gauge:
8 dc = 3″ (7.5 cm)
5 rows = 3″ (7.5 cm)

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Crochet Pattern: Bruges Trim Pouch

Pouch
Round 1: with main color, ch 14, dc in BL of 4th ch from hook and in each ch across, working into remaining loops on opposite side of chain, dc in FL of each ch across, sl st in top of beg ch-3: 22 dc
Rounds 2-8: ch 3, dc in each dc around, sl st in top of beg ch-3
Finish off.

Edging
Row 1: with contrasting color, ch 10, dc in 7th ch from hook and in each ch across: 4 dc
Row 2-12: ch 6, turn, dc in each dc across: 4 dc
Finish off. Using photo as a guide, sew edging to pouch with a yarn needle. If you need extra help with the edging, please see the How to Crochet: Bruges Lace tutorial.

Need help while crocheting? Feel free to leave a comment below and I’ll help you out!

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